Gin: Picking through the Botanicals

Gin is a lot more than juniper! A look at all the botanicals that go into the making of American style gins – in particular, Conniption American Dry & Navy Strength gins – crafted in Durham, NC. Conniption Navy was just named the best Navy gin in the USA for the second year in a row. In this session, attendees will focus on picking out single botanicals to craft cocktails using local ingredients.

Instructor

JaQuan Bowser
Brand Ambassador – Durham Distillery

JaQuan Bowser is a noted Charlotte area mixologist and wine expert. Certified by the Society Wine Educator, he was formally Spirits Lead at The Ballantyne Resort and can now occasionally be found behind the stick at The Spindle Bar in Charlotte’s Optimist Hall. As Brand Ambassador for Durham Distillery, he provides educational and promotional support for the distillery’s full line of spirits.