STIR Announces Collaboration with the Jack Daniel Distillery to Create an Exclusive Five-Course Dinner
STIR is collaborating with The Jack Daniel Distillery to create a five-course dinner on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. Lexie Phillips, Jack Daniel’s assistant distiller, is traveling to Raleigh, N.C. to share her passion and knowledge of Tennessee whiskeys during this exclusive collaboration.
The Jack Daniel Distillery is known for their Tennessee Whiskey, which is the number one best-selling whiskey in the world. Phillips is Jack Daniel’s first female assistant distiller and has a natural talent for whiskey-making.
This special dinner will feature one of a kind single barrel whiskeys paired with chef curated dishes from STIR. The menu is as follows:
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Amuse Bouche | James River Oysters, Spiked Apple Mignonette, Candied Bacon, Lemon Creme, Microgreens
Paired With Jack Daniel's Tennessee Rye & Ginger Cocktail
Second Course | Orange Chili Glaze Pork Belly, Goat Cheese Creme, Brioche, Local Honey Gastrique
Paired With Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Select
Third Course | Shaved Brussel Sprouts, Belgian Endive, Spiced Pecans, Gorgonzola, Orange Supreme, Bread & Butter Pickled Radishes, Apple Matchsticks
Paired With Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Rye
Fourth Course | Braised Short Ribs, Celeriac Grits, Charred Broccolini, Fried Cornbread, Pan Jus
Paired with Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Barrel Proof
Fifth Course | Dark Chocolate & Goat Cheese Fudge Brownie, Macerated Rhubarb, Cracked Pecan Brittle
Paired with Jack Daniel's Gentleman Jack Banana Creme Cocktail
TICKETS
Tickets are priced at $95 per person and available for purchase at STIR’s website. Limited tickets are available.
About Lexie Phillips, Assistant Distiller at Jack Daniel’s Distillery
Lexie Phillips was hired as assistant distiller at the Jack Daniel Distillery in 2020. In this role, she uses her full knowledge of distillery history and the whiskey-making process to serve as a collaborator to Master Distiller Chris Fletcher on whiskey innovation. She travels as a brand ambassador to conduct tasting events and brand education, and also conducts in-depth distillery tours for visitors to Lynchburg.
Lexie earned a degree in agricultural science from Middle Tennessee State University. Prior to becoming assistant distiller, Lexie worked in Jack Daniel’s quality control and distillery operations, most recently serving as distillery lead operator. One of only a handful of women to have worked as a distillery operator, Lexie hopes to share her passion for whiskey making and inspire interest in future female distillers.
Born and raised just outside of Lynchburg in Estill Springs, TN, Lexie’s family has long, deep ties to Lynchburg and the Jack Daniel Distillery. All in all, Lexie has upwards of 20 family members who have worked, or who still work, alongside her at Jack. Her husband, Josh, works as a processor. Lexie and Josh live in Estill Springs with their six dogs and cats – two who go by “Jack.” Her favorite way to drink Jack Daniel’s is neat, but if it’s hot out, she may add a little ice.
About STIR
STIR is the perfect restaurant to sip a cocktail over a dozen oysters, enjoy a night out, or meet for lunch. Located in the Bank of America Building in North Hills, STIR is open for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Believing that great food starts with fresh ingredients, STIR’s kitchen prepares everything from scratch. Their cold bar is stocked with fresh oysters and seasonal seafood. Famous for craft cocktails, STIR freezes and carves 300-pound blocks of artisanal ice and blends their own cordials and syrups in-house. They age certain cocktails in oak barrels for richer flavors and place other cocktails on draft for crispness and carbonation. The result is elevated cocktails. STIR is focused on giving back to the community through their charity partner, Oak City Cares. SquareUp, the charitable organization created by STIR’s holding company, assists employees who require financial support during times of economic hardship through the HOPE (Helping Our People in Emergencies) Fund. Donations ranging between $500 and $2,500 to help employees facing natural disasters, illness, injury or other emergencies. STIR is located at 4242 Six Forks Road Suite 100, Raleigh, NC 27609. Connect with STIR on Instagram and Facebook.
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