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Saturday, June 23, 2012

Moonshine Madness in Asheville

June 28, 5:30 - 7:30 PM at The TreeHouse Lounge at the Doubletree Biltmore Hotel in Asheville NC. The Hotel will be partnering with Troy and Sons Distillery for Moonshine Madness, an evening of still and southern spreads in the ballroom and outdoor terrace at the Doubletree Biltmore Hotel.

The event will feature Troy and Sons Moonshine, paired with Doubletree Catering cuisine and live bluegrass music. Charlie Ball, master distiller at Troy and Sons, along with members of his staff, will be in attendance to showcase their product and discuss the evolution of moonshine. Doubletree executive chef Dan Moore will be creating three signature Troy and Sons moonshine cocktails, each complimented by his southern fare menu using local products.

Advanced tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the Doubletree front desk or at Troy and Sons Distillery. Tickets will also be available at the door for $25.

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