HAGERSTOWN – The Grille at Runways is hosting a special event on June 25th at 5p.m. to unveil two private label spirits. The restaurant is located at Rider Jet Center, 18421 Henson Boulevard.
Ben Rider, the CEO of Rider Jet Center and owner of The Grille at Runways, said, “We are very pleased to unveil two very special spirits. ‘Runways Rye’ and ‘Runways Gin’ have been especially distilled for our restaurant. These private label spirits were created by Church Street Distilling Company, specifically for the Grille at Runways.” The Runways Rye and Runways Gin are also being featured in special drinks, which can be sampled at the June 25th event.
“We will have several giveaways at the special event, and we’re looking forward to seeing everyone who can make it,” said restaurant manager Heather Hiser. “This summer is perfect for our newly created drinks, in honor of Runways Rye and Runways Gin!”
The first 50 people at the event will receive a special commemorative poster and a branded 11-ounce Runways whiskey glass. Bottles of Runways Rye and Runways Gin will also be available for sale at special prices! The Grille at Runways has what’s called a “Tavern License,” and bottles can be sold at the bar at The Grille at Runways and taken home.
“This is an exciting project for us at Church Street Distilling Company,” said Jake Blackmon, the distillery’s chief operating officer and co-owner. “The secret formulas were a joy to make, and we think that it’s the very best rye and gin! How appropriate that the Maryland State Spirit is rye whiskey!”
According to Ben Rider, “This was an idea that we had a few months ago, and it’s terrific to see it finally come to fruition. The beautiful labels were created by the award-winning Laura Oates, and these limited-edition Runways Rye and Runways Gin bottles will soon become special keepsakes and collectors’ items. For the past 11 years, we have wanted to make your experiences at Runways special. We opened in 2014, and this new endeavor makes our restaurant even more unique.” Rider said that it was an unusual undertaking for a restaurant to have its very own line of spirits. “This is our own creation, and we are thrilled to share it with our customers.”
Head Distiller Ashley Munro will be at the unveiling event and will describe the process of creating the private label spirits, and the unique formula. “This private label project is an individualized recipe for Runways. I look forward to talking about what makes it so special.”
Ben Rider said that one of the spirits has a special surprise. “We look forward to seeing you soon at Runways!”
