Welcome June with Barr Hill Gin: Celebrating Summer and Pollinators

June is here, bringing long sunny days and endless opportunities to enjoy refreshing cocktails, celebrate nature, and join us for exciting events. At Barr Hill, we’re honoring Pollinator Week, collaborating with Milk Street for a special cocktail class, and continuing our summer music series on Gin Lane. Read on for all the details, inspiration, and exclusive offers!

Celebrate Pollinator Week with Us

Supporting Pollinators Together

Pollinator Week begins Monday, June 17th! This annual celebration, started by the Pollinator Partnership, highlights the critical role pollinators play in our ecosystem and how we can help protect them.

• Limited Edition Hoodie: Crafted by Thuja in Williston, VT, our hand-made pullover hoodies support new pollinator habitats in Vermont with a $15 contribution from every sale. Available in-store and online starting June 17th.

• Pollinator Cookie Cutters: Perfect for cocktail parties, these cookie cutters by Ann Clark inspire “cookie & cocktail” happy hours, with $1 from each purchase going to pollinator habitat initiatives.

Learn more about Pollinator Week Events.

Cocktail Recipe: French 75 Riff

Looking for a way to toast the pollinators? Try our herbaceous twist on the classic French 75, featuring Barr Hill Gin and sparkling wine. This light and refreshing cocktail is perfect for summer celebrations.

Crafted with our raw honey-based Barr Hill Gin.

Perfectly paired with herbs and seasonal flavors.

Find more recipes and cocktail inspiration here.

Milk Street Collaboration: Freezer Door Cocktails Class

We’re teaming up with Milk Street, the renowned culinary hub, for a special online class: "Secret Summer Cocktails from the Freezer Door" on June 19th.

Learn how to make batch cocktails perfect for entertaining.

Explore the versatility of Barr Hill Vodka, made entirely from raw honey.

Learn More on our Events Page.

Upcoming Events & Specials on Gin Lane

🎵 Summer Music Series

Enjoy live music and cocktails on Gin Lane!

June 19th, 5 PM: GRG Trio.

No tickets needed, but reservations are recommended. 

 

🍯 Barr Hill Vodka Discount

Celebrate Pollinator Week with $10 off 750ml bottles of Barr Hill Vodka, available at all 802 Spirits Stores and our retail shop throughout June.

🌼 Edible Flowers & Herbs Cocktail Class

Join us and American Meadows for a pollinator-friendly cocktail class:

June 18th, 6 PM: Learn how to craft cocktails with edible flowers and herbs.

Space is limited, buy your tickets here.

 

🎊 Gin Lane Ginniversary Party

Celebrate 5 years at our Montpelier distillery!

June 29th: Live music, specialty cocktails, small plates, and a food truck.

New Phyllis Rye Whiskey and Tom Cat spirit releases.

Doors open at 12 PM, sampling starts at 2 PM, and live music begins at 4 PM.

Join the Celebration

 

Whether you’re raising a glass to pollinators, enjoying live music, or learning new cocktail techniques, June at Barr Hill is all about savoring the season. Don’t miss out on the special releases, events, and discounts we have in store. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!