July 25, 2024

Today’s Forecast

80º | 80% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:23 a.m. | Sunset 8:31 p.m.

The right blends

Bottles of liquor sitting on a wooden countertop in a dark room. White smoke is behind them.

Old Nick Williams Co. products include whiskey, rum, and vodka. | Photo by Old Nick Williams Co. Farm and Distillery

Three local distilleries operate in the spirit of true craftsmanship. Here’s a look at why their sips are worth savoring.

Sutler’s Spirit Co.

The distillery located on Mill Works Street in the West End was Winston-Salem’s first legal distillery in 200 years when it opened in 2012. It’s named after civilians who sold goods to soldiers near military camps and forts.

The signature product — a 94-proof gin — has hints of juniper, lemon, and orange. You’ll find bottles on shelves in local ABC stores + in cocktails across the city.

The distillery is only open to the public for special events. Keep an eye on Facebook and Instagram to stay in the know.

Broad Branch Distillery

What started as a business endeavor between friends in 2014 has expanded to a distillery, tasting room, and cocktail lounge on North Trade Street. Sisters Natalie Spinosa and Anna Windham carry on their father’s commitment to using quality ingredients.

The distillery’s whiskeys, rums, and bourbons have gotten national attention. Fans look forward to special collaborations and limited releases (the next Boykin Rum release is happening this Saturday, July 27).

Wooden barrels stacked on top of each other in rows. — Broad Branch’s distillery is open daily.
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Photo by WStoday

Distillery tours on the first Saturday of each month give you a peek at the barrel-aging process in action. The tasting room offers flavors and direct bottle purchases. The cocktail lounge offers a full-service bar Wednesday to Sunday.

Old Nick Williams Co.

The farm and distillery on Williams Road in Lewisville has been in the Williams family since the 1760s. The distillery was established in 1768 and shut down during Prohibition. Brothers Van and John Williams revived the family business in 2014.

Although whiskeys are the distillery’s most well-known product, Old Nick Williams also makes vodka and rum. You can pick up bottles at local ABC stores and at the farm.

Schedule a tour of the production facility Monday through Saturday to see how spirits are made. The Busted Barrel Cocktail Bar is open daily + frequently hosts live music and food trucks. Stay on top of events on Instagram.

Events

Thursday, July 25

R&B and Poetry | Thursday, July 25 | 8-11 p.m. | Bar Nola, 1151 Canal Dr., Ste. 205, Winston-Salem | $5-$40 | This open-mic event also includes music bingo and poetry karaoke.

Friday, July 26

The Secondhand Story Preview Book Sale and Fundraiser | Friday, July 26 | 6-8 p.m. | 1001 S. Marshall St., Winston-Salem | $29 | Shop early and hear author Charlie Lovett and librarian Megan Mulder share tips about book collecting.

Saturday, July 27

Lovecraft Creative Workshop: Summer Self Care | Saturday, July 27 | 1-3 p.m. | Lizzie’s All Natural Products, LLC, 101 N. Chestnut St., Ste. 113, Winston-Salem | $110 | Enjoy an afternoon making homemade soap + jewelry, taking part in a mini personal photoshoot, and networking.
Reynolda Village Annual Sidewalk Sale | Saturday, July 27 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Reynolda Village, 2201 Reynolda Rd., Winston-Salem | Cost of purchase | Shop deals and support local stores — hours vary by merchant.

Sunday, July 28

Summer Claus Market: Christmas in July | Sunday, July 28 | 1-5 p.m. | Incendiary Brewing Company, 5495 Williams Rd., Lewisville | Cost of purchase | Pretend you’re at the North Pole during an afternoon of live music, face painting, shopping, and pictures with Santa.

Monday, July 29

Sushi Rollin’ 101 | Monday, July 29 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Joymongers Barrel Hall, 480 W. End Blvd., Winston-Salem | $66 | Learn how to make roll your own sushi then enjoy eating your creations.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Civic

Learn more about how the Winston-Salem Police Department serves the city during the Citizens Police Academy. The free weekly classes start Thursday, Aug. 8 and run through Thursday, Nov. 7 — applications are due tomorrow, July 26.

Closed

Staff at Twisted Pine and Jeffrey Adams on Fourth are enjoying summer break this week, so both downtown restaurants are closed through Sunday, July 28. Twisted Pine will reopen Monday, July 29 at 11:30 a.m. + Jeffrey Adams will welcome customers back Tuesday, July 30 at 4 p.m.

Award

Celebrate the 2023 and 2024 inductees to the Winston-Salem Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Memorial Walk of Fame tomorrow, July 26. The public ceremony at Benton Convention Center (301 W. 5th St.) starts at 10 a.m.

Drink Up

Grabbing a coffee or a post-work drink this week? Find a local drink deal and raise a glass to Drink Up Week, our annual celebration of our city’s buzzy beverage industry. Businesses around Winston-Salem are offering fun deals — see what’s poppin’.

Theater

The story of Diana, the late Princess of Wales, will take center stage at Theatre Alliance’s Ihrie Theatre Friday, Aug. 16 through Sunday, Aug. 25. Tickets to see “Diana the Musical” start at $19 — performances are rated R for language.

Community

Ardmore Art Walk organizers are looking for homes to host artists during the festival on Saturday, Nov. 9. Check if your property is within the new perimeter and send an email if interested.

Kids

When Winston-Salem/Forsyth County school buses hit the the roads in just a few weeks, you’ll be able to track your child’s journey in real time. Download the Edulog Bus Portal app to stay updated.

Arts

Want to make a difference? Attend a local concert or take a fun class. That’s all it takes to support the important work that Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County does every day. See six reasons why the organization is so important to the region (and you).*

Active

Get ready to ace your golf game with Novant Health orthopedic specialist Dr. Robert Dow Hoffman’s three pro tips for playing a pain-free golf game (your rotator cuff with thank you).*

Home

You deserve beautiful, energy-efficient windows in your home. Get $400 off per window and $850 off per door with Renewal by Andersen®’s limited time offer.*

Sports

🎾 This player field is an ace

Frenchman Arthur Fils has improved since his 2023 Winston-Salem Open debut, going from being ranked No. 48 to No. 20. | Photo by Eric Roth via Winston-Salem Open

The world’s top tennis players love the Twin City. The Winston-Salem Open has announced the player field for this year’s tournament, and it’s impressive if we do say so ourselves. Here’s proof:

There are 35 tournament players who ranked within the top 75 in the world.
Of those top-ranked players, 15 of them are ranked in the top 50.
Three former Winston-Salem Open champions will return to the Wake Forest University Tennis Complex: Sebastian Baez (2023), Adrian Mannarino (2022), and Robert Bautista Agut (2017).
Three Americans will also be returning competitors: Marcos Giron, Alex Michelsen, and Brandon Nakashima.

This is just the beginning. The tournament will also announce four wild card players in the following weeks. Doubles and qualifying draws are still coming, too.

This year’s Winston-Salem Open starts Saturday, Aug. 17 and will run through Saturday, Aug. 24. You can still grab tickets to watch the action. (Psst: there are new fan amenities to look forward to, as well.)

The Buy

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Answered

We recently asked, “Which item cannot be found in the waters of the quarry?” Here are the results of the trivia quiz:

WStoday_Quarry Park — You can’t swim in the quarry but Recreation and Parks does hold Kayak the Quarry events from time to time.
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Photo via City of Winston-Salem Recreation and Parks via @ws_recreationparks

60% — Jellyfish
30% — A shipwreck
5% — Mining machinery
10% — Cars

There’s no shipwreck in the quarry but jellyfish, cars, and mining machinery are below the water’s surface. The jellyfish — which are roughly the size of a quarter — come closer to the surface for mating season in the fall.

Do you dig more quarry facts?

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

I owe special thanks to WStoday readers Hal G. and Susan M. for the invitation to tour Home Moravian Church this week. The knowledge they shared with me about early Moravians and their traditions was thought-provoking and awe-inspiring. I love every opportunity to meet Winstonians who want to share their passion with others — if you have something you think we should know more about in the city, I hope you’ll reach out.

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