FEW Spirits Cocktail Night at Southport & Irving (SIP)

Meet FEW’s master distiller/owner Paul Hletko, sample craft spirits and enjoy handcrafted cocktails from guest master mixologist Ergys Dizdari

Southport & Irving (SIP) welcomes Evanston-based FEW Spirits for a special cocktail night on Saturday, July 26 from 7-9 p.m. The event features a meet and greet with master distiller/owner Paul Hletko, education and tasting notes from brand ambassador Alison Mouratis, samples of FEW’s handcrafted spirits, plus raffles and giveaways including distillery tours, FEW monogrammed merchandise and wearables.  

Master mixologist Ergys Dizdari (of Filini, Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel and FEW Fridays) has created a special cocktail list for the evening ($8-$12) and serves as guest bartender for the event.  Highlights of the cocktail lineup and the featured FEW spirits listed below.

       The Last Word:  Anguish and Regret Malört, American Gin

Luxardo Maraschino Originale, lime juice

Flora #5: American Gin

St-Germaine elderflower liqueur, lavender-and rose-infused simple syrup, rose water, lemon juice

From Dusk Till Dawn: White Whiskey, Barrel Gin

Orgeat syrup, lemon juice, passion fruit puree, Peychaud's bitters, Vieux Carre Absinthe 

Sazerac: Rye Whiskey

Fig-infused simple syrup, orange bitters, Vieux Carre Absinthe wash

Manhattan:Bourbon Whiskey, Barrel Gin

Amaro Averna, Cocchi Storico Vermouth di Torino, Fee Brothers Old Fashioned Aromatic Bitters

Gin & Tonic: American Gin

       Housemade tonic, lime