UPCOMING 2013
Visit frequently to see upcoming Charbay events - we'll post as they are set up. Sometimes we have short notice so you may want to set a Google alert for 'Charbay'. Also keep up with happenings at Charbay through our Facebook page and Twitter feed.
Wed, May 15th, 5:30-8pm: CUESA SF presents Spring Cocktails of the Season
Celebrate the 20th annivesary of the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market with us at this special spring cocktail event! Seasonal Cocktails of the Farmers Market events take place each quarter and are hosted in partnership with the Northern California Chapter of the United States Bartenders’ Guild. Each event highlights seasonal produce which inspires creative cocktails. Guests enjoy two full-sized signature cocktails, over 10 sample-sized drinks, and hors d'oeuvres from local restaurants. Details and more information to come.
Tues, May 21st, 1pm, Bar Agricole SF: Distiller's Lunch with Carlos Camarena of Tequila Tapatio and Marko Karakasevic of Charbay
Delicious and seasonal lunch paired with all four Tequila Tapatio expressions: Blanco, Reposado, Anejo and Blanco 110 Proof ("B110"). Chef Reina Talanoa (formerly of Masas) is putting together a specacular pairing experience, and Carlos Camarena himself - the Master Distiller of iconic Tequila Tapatio - will be presenting his amazingly smooth and flavorful tequila. We hope you will join in the fun! Only $30/person (+ tax & gratuity) Email Jenni to reserve a seat
Wed, May 22nd, 6:30pm: Master Tequila Dinner featuring Carlos Camarena - Master Distiller of Tequila Tapatio
The TEQUILA WHISPERER presents his “Master Series Dinner” for May with an in-house dinner + tequila pairing at La Condesa restaurant in St. Helena, Ca.
Tequila Tapatio has just turned 75 years old and for the first time in its history you’ll be able to taste it here in the US! To celebrate this diamond anniversary, La Condesa St. Helena is presenting a special dinner + tequila tasting led by Tapatio creator, Carlos Camarena.
Join us for an evening of sumptuous food, smooth drinks, and the most informative “tequila talk” this side of the border. It’s a Tequila Trifecta – Carlos Camarena, Master Distiller of Tequila Tapatio – Marko Karakasevic, Master Distiller of Charbay Distillery – and Lippy, “The Tequila Whisperer” will host Northern California’s first ever Tequila Tapatio Dinner in the beautiful Napa Valley.
Carlos Camarena is third generation Master Distiller and the premier distiller of tequila in Mexico. Other brands overseen by Sr. Camarena include El Tesoro, Tequila Ocho and Excellia. He is also a family friend of Marko & family. Marko Karakasevic is 13th Generation Master Distiller of Charbay Distillery, and co-creator (with his father) of Charbay Tequila Blanco (distilled at Carlos’ distillery – La Alteña). Last but not least, Lippy is a tequila connoisseur, Master “Tequilero” and host of the live streaming, “The Tequila Whisperer Show”.
Join these talented gentlemen for a spirited dinner at Napa Valley’s premier gourmet Mexican Restaurant, La Condesa, which we predict will be lively and fun for all.
La Condesa has a reputation for serving outstanding Mexican-influenced gourmet dining. You will find our TAPATIO Dinner Menu below.
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Family Style Chef’s Menu
Botanas/ TAPATIO Blanco
Chips, Salsas, Guacamole Traditional
Ceviche Escondido - poached shrimp, pacific rockfish, avocado, cucumber, mint, red onion, taro chip
Mango & Jicama Enchiladas - sliced mango, thin-cut jicama, chile
Huarache Hongos y Huilacoche - wild mushrooms, huilacoche, yellow corn, farmer’s cheese, queso chihuahua, epazote, truffle oil
Platos Fuertes / TAPATIO Reposado
Chicken Rojo - Oak grilled Mary’s chicken, rojo sauce, charros beans, pickled corn slaw
Cochinita Pibil Banana leaf-wrapped Snake River Farms orange-braised pork shoulder
Elotes - Mexican-style street corn with cheese, pepper, and crema
Arroz Cubano - Cuban rice with black beans
Plátanos - sweet plantains, salsa verde, queso fresco
Tortillas del día - selection of house made traditional tortillas
Postre / TAPATIO Anejo
Cafe con Leche - coffee & caramel pot de creme
* $59 includes three-course dinner, tequila flights (2 oz. pours!), tax, & tip (DEAL!)
* Does not include additional beverages
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Sun, May 26, 7pm: Distiller’s Dinner with Bouchon Yountville
Fine dining and fine spirits unite for this evening of flavor - join Chef du Cuisine Michael Sanoval and 13th Generation Master Distiller Marko Karakasevic as they showcase their fine food & fine spirits featured in specialty cocktails in a remarkable Spirited Dinner:
Lobster Beigne with Meyer lemon vinaigrette paired with Charbay Tahitian Vanilla Bean Rum
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Salad d’Arugula et Fruit Frais d’Éte - marinated peach & pomegranate salad - wild arugula, marcona almonds, fromage blanc & peach vinaigrette paired with Charbay Blood Orange Vodka
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Bifteck Rôti - roasted strip loin, jingle bell peppers, green garlic, baby artichokes, asparagus & red mustard greens with sauce romesco paired with Charbay R5 Barrel Aged Whiskey
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Fleur de Marquise - Lolla Rosa heart, saffron scented fennel with vanilla bean gastrique paired with Tequila Tapatio Añejo
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Parfait Glacée - semi-frozen mousse, poached rhubarb, strawberry coulis & almond streusel paired with Charbay Green Tea Vodka.
Only 20 seats available, call 707-944-8037 or email for reservations
Tues, May 28, 6:30-8:30pm: Distilling Craft Beer - Master Whiskey Class with Charbay
Join us for an evening as we learn the alchemy behind how Charbay Distillery turns craft beer into two of the finest Whiskeys on the market. We'll taste through the progression of how two whiskeys (Charbay R5 distilled from Racer 5 IPA and Charbay S distilled from Big Black Bear Stout) transition from bottle-ready Bear Republic Craft Beer to unaged whiskey and then to oak aged whiskey. Michael Neff, of NYC's famed Ward III will join us to mix up a cocktail designed specifically for this unique whiskey. Along the way, we'll learn how the flavor profiles of beer translates into exquisite and lush spirits in the glass. Guests will have the opportunity to get an exclusive look into the world of 13th Generation Master Distiller, Marko Karakasevic, and sip their way to distilling enlightenment. Tickets here: http://www.astorcenternyc.com/class-distilling-craft-beer-master-class-with-charbay.ac
Mon, Jun 3, 8-10pm: Whiskey Monday at Ward III (Tribeca, NYC)
A good bar is more than just a place to drink and eat, it is the center of a community that is anchored by the space itself and those involved in its creation. Ward III was founded in June of 2009 by three journeymen bartenders who took their individual ideas on what makes a bar good and combined them in an attempt to make something great. Founded by cocktail veterans Abdul Tabini, Kenneth McCoy, and Michael Neff, Ward III features bespoke cocktails, extensive food offerings and one of the city's most highly regarded brown spirits programs, as noted by GQ Magazine who recently named it one of the "Ten Best Whiskey Bars in America".
On Monday Jun 3rd, Marko Karakasevic of Charbay will be featuring Charbay S Whiskey, distilled from bottle-ready Bear Republic Big Black Bear Stout. Only a single barrel exists in NY, half of it for sipping at Ward III and the other half of the barrel for purchase at Astor Wines & Spirits. Marko is also packing some barrel samples with him from CA, we hope you'll stop by to say hello and "have one". No charge. 111 Reade Street, NYC (Tribeca)
Sat-Sun, Jun 15-16: Craft Spirits Carnival SF
Last year was amazing, we hope this year will be even better! How many events do you go to where you can purchase the product you have just tasted and fell in love with – before even leaving the building?! Great idea, looking forward to doing it again. Details to follow More Details
Mon, Jun 24, 5-7pm: Annual Wine Country Cocktail Competition, Napa County, hosted by Charbay, Perfect Puree of Napa Valley and Andaz Hotel Napa
The North Bay’s best mixologists come together to battle it out for the win. Judges and People's Choice awards will be given. Tasty bites from the Andaz will be passed and the cocktails will be poured so all guests can taste and vote. The event will be held on the new outside terrace at the beautiful Andaz Hotel in downtown Napa. Email Us for more info
Jul 17-21: Tales of the Cocktail, New Orleans
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Mon, Sept 23, time TBD: Annual Wine Country Cocktail Competition, Sonoma County, hosted by Charbay and the Perfect Puree of Napa Valley
The North Bay’s best mixologists come together to battle it out for the win. Details to follow.
Sat-Sun, Sep 7-8: Autumn Food & Wine Fest, Lake Tahoe
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Sat, Oct 19: Charbay Annual Pig Roast
Join us for roast pig, traditional and homemade Serbian food, delicious wines and great company. We all sit at one long table and enjoy the afternoon. Be sure to purchase tickets well in advance as we sell out every year. More details to follow (email Dana to be put on the presale list More Details)
Nov 13-17: Napa Valley Film Festival
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Saturday, April 20th, 12-3pm: Arts in April at Charbay, featuring local art scene leaders LIVE throwing pottery.
Join us for our Third Arts in April celebration. We’re combining distilling, winemaking and hand crafted pottery - with the emphasis on hand crafted. We’ll be pouring Charbay's Chardonnay, Cabernet, Syrah and barrel tasting soon to be released barrels of Port. Charbay's Alambic copper pot still will be running so you can learn about the fine art of Alambic Pot Still distilling. It’s our brandy that makes the port so special. Watch potters and leaders of our local art scene, Will & Nikki Callnan, as they transform clay into beautiful forms LIVE on their pottery wheels while sipping some delicious wine and listening to the smooth beats of DJ Boca Negra of Bahia, Brazil. They’ll also have their artistry on display for appreciation and purchase. All in time for you to shop ahead for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and birthdays for the hard to shop for. $20/person, towards wine purchase. Email or call 707-963-9327 for more info.
Fri, May 3rd, 7pm: Distiller's Dinner with Nick's Cove on the Coast
Thirteenth generation Master Distiller, Marko Karakasevic, brings Charbay Spirits to Nick's Cove for an unparalleled evening of amazing food, legendary cocktails and the story of how it all came together for the signature Artisan Distillery of the Bay Area. Marko has been distilling with his father since he was the tender age of ten. His passion is unsurpassed and his life-long experience in distilling shows through when you taste his spirits. Touted as "Hyper-creative" by the New York Times, and soon to be featured in Wine Enthusiast Magazine, this is an Artist you will want to spend time with! Together with Nick's Cove Executive Chef, Austin Perkins, they have created an exciting pairing menu of six courses that features some of our finest local, sustainable cuisine.
The pairing menu will feature Marko's spirits integrated into the dish, as well as a taste of the spirits as well as a sampling of Nick's Cove Signature Cocktails using same. 20% off Nick's Cove luxuriously appointed cottages for the night - what a package!
Check out the menu and purchase tickets here
Sun, May 5th (Cinco de Mayo), 2-5pm: TOP DRINK, a benefit for the Napa Valley Museum.
There will be live music, and mixologists from Lucy at Bardessono, Bistro Jeanty, Brix, La Condesa, Mustard’s Grill, and Redd Wood (with more to come) will compete for the best and most innovative cocktail using Tequila Tapatio (Blanco, Añejo or Reposado). A silent auction with items including a Charbay Martini Bar for 20 and tours & tastings at local wineries will be held to benefit Napa Valley Museum. Reservations strongly recommended 944.0500 x 112 or click here for ticket information
Fri & Sun, May 10 & 11: Whiskey Fest Northwest, Portland OR
WFNW will encompass a variety of live music, over 50 distilleries (Charbay is the official Vodka Sponsor!) sampling over 100 different whiskeys (including Charbay, of course), restaurant vendors featuring whiskey-inspired dishes, a Prohibition Cigar Lounge, art and merchandise vendors, and the Bootlegger Lounge which will offer a full bar with signature craft cocktails, live performances and unique entertainment. The festival's ambience will transform NW Portland and proceeds will benefit CASA for Children of Multnomah & Washington Counties. This is one event that can't be missed! More info and tickets here
Thurs – Sun, May 9-12: Bottle Rock Film Festival, Napa
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Sat Mar 9, 12-5pm, Downtown Calistoga: Mustard, Mud & Music
Calistoga welcomes you to experience its quaint downtown. Music venues will range from outdoor stages to intimate gatherings hosted by the downtown businesses. Enjoy the emerging art scene as the galleries host musicians and wineries. The restaurants will prepare special menu items and even to-go bites so you can stroll and shop along the Avenue. Charbay Calistoga Cooler cocktails will be available for three tickets each (full size cocktails) at Barolo (1457 Lincoln), JoLe (1457, next to Barolo) and Hydro (1403 Lincoln). Learn more and buy tickets here
Thurs Feb 28, Sheraton Hotel (Petaluma): Charbay Straight Up Cocktail Competition
Literacyworks, a Petaluma non-profit, is raising funds for literacy programs in the North Bay with its annual Straight Up! A Charbay Vodka Cocktail Competition. Tolay, John Ash, Jackson's, Jack & Tony's, Spoonbar, Rocker Oysterfellers, Farmstead, Jole, Tres Hombres and Wildfox will be competing for this year's title. Join us for live music, period casino games from the 1920s, costume competition and more. Learn More and Buy Tickets Here
Thursay - Sunday (Feb 14-17)Valentine's Day(s) at Charbay Distillery & Winery-St. Helena
Enjoy a Valentine-Kiss Cocktail & appetizers while you relax beside the warm Alambic Pot Still and watch the brandy flow. Don't miss distilling season at Charbay - enjoy the spirited air as Charbay's 13th generation distiller creates artisan brandies for the family's ports and aperitifs. Valentine's Day Tasting: $38 (includes tasting flight of Charbay wines & ports) Premium cigars available. **A portion of your tasting fee will be donated to the Susan G Koman Foundation to help fight breast cancer. Reservations: visit@charbay.com or 707-963-9327.
Sun Jan 14th, 4-8pm, Acme Bar & Company (2115 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley): Drink the Whiskey! Meet the Distillers!
Come and enjoy some of the most rare, expensive and exclusive whiskey in existence. Meet the distillers at a relaxed intimate event. This is a select, casual event where you will be able to talk to the creators and distributors of these amazing products. Hors d'oeuvres served. Learn More and Buy Tickets Here
Wed Jan 16th, 5:30-8pm, CUESA (Ferry Plaza, SF): Gathering of the Guilds - Winter Cocktails of the Farmers Market.
An evening of Craft Beverages and Food from America's Guilds. The butcher, the baker and... pretty much everyone else who makes incredible craft food and drink are coming to the Ferry Building to help CUESA and the Northern California chapter of the US Bartenders Guild kick off their Cocktails of the Farmers Market Series. Some of the Bay Area's most talented bartenders will highlight citrus from the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market, which is at the peak of it's season, in their craft cocktails. Confirmed bartenders: Scott Baird (Trick Dog, Bon Vivants), Morgan Young (15 Romolo), Keli Rivers (Hotsy Totsy Club), Josh Trabulsi (Burrit Room), Priscilla Young (S & P Brasserie), Seth Laufman (Comstock Saloon), Vita Simone (The New Easy), Nat Harry (Revival Bar & Kitchen), Kristin Almy (At Large), Adrian McCarron (Rye), Reza Esmaili (Sweetwater Music Hall), Lenny Gumm & Fatima Wehidy (Dosa). Learn More and Buy Tickets Here
Fri Jan 18, 6:45-10:30pm, Ferry Plaza SF: Good Food Awards Gala Ceremony
With Alice Waters as a host of the evening, the ceremony will recognize the 114 award winners (flown in from 30 states, together with chefs, media and the Good Food Award judges), followed by a reception featuring the winning products in their pure form, as well as in small plates prepared by 10 of SF's renowned chefs. Charbay is honored to announce ourselves as finalists for our R5 Aged Whiskey! An open bar will serve up the 15 winning brews and creations with the winning spirits. Learn More and Buy Tickets for this Black Tie Optional Gala Here
Sat Jan 19, 9am-2pm, SF Ferry Building Front Alcoves: Good Food Awards Marketplace
For the first time the public will be able to sample a gathering of 15 of the winning beer and spirits from all five regions of the country, poured by the brewers and distillers themselves. Spirits will be served in their pure form and also mixed in signature cocktails. Learn More and Buy Tickets Here
Thurs Jan 31st, 7-9pm, Elixir Saloon (3200 16th Street SF): Tequila Tapatio Tasting
Visit with Bryan and taste Tequila Tapatio Blanco, Reposado and Anejo. Tequila Tapatio is a 75 year old brand that, until now, has never been sold in the US. We are proud to bring it to you now! Taste the rich history in this amazing tequila, it will be your new favorite. No charge, first come first serve. For information call us at 707-963-9327.