ATLANTA, GA-- Old Fourth Distillery, a beloved Atlanta-made product since 2014, has been a staple in the hearts of many over the last decade with its award-winning spirits, including vodka, gin, bourbon, and rye. As we step into summer and celebrate the 10th anniversary of Old Fourth Distillery, owners Patrick Lemmond, Adam Dorfman, and Clinton Dugan have brought back a piece of our shared history, Lawn Dart, the Old Fourth Distillery lemon and ginger-based cocktail in a bottle that first graced our shelves in 2017.
Why the New Lawn Dart?
Just over a year ago, the gentlemen who own Atlanta-based Shortbarrel, purchased Old Fourth Distillery and promised Atlantans they would stay true to the locally-born brand by keeping the name and integrity.
Therefore, the team recreated Lawn Dart, a unique lemon and ginger-based cocktail in a bottle, to offer a refreshing and simple-to-use beverage at home. Owner Clinton Dugan shared, "We all wanted a shelf-stable product that uses only natural ingredients. Our revived version comprises Old Fourth Distillery Vodka, lemon and ginger extracts, water, and inverted sugar. It is a premium cocktail experience that everyone can enjoy at home, on the beach, in a restaurant or at the pool with no fuss. And it is an incredible value at just under twenty dollars."
The Lawn Dart Production Process
The production process of Lawn Dart embodies a commitment to quality and purity, ensuring each sip delivers a clean, crisp taste that captures the essence of natural lemon and ginger flavors, paired with premium Old Fourth Distillery Vodka.
The process starts by carefully sourcing the finest natural ingredients. Lemons are handpicked at the peak of freshness, and ginger is selected for its spicy and aromatic qualities. These two essential ingredients infuse Lawn Dart with its vibrant flavors.
The team employs a meticulous process to extract the pure essence of lemon and ginger, preserving the natural flavors and aromas of these ingredients. This blending involves cold pressing the lemons to capture the zesty citrus notes and carefully extracting the essence of ginger to impart its distinctive spiciness.
"As crafters of fine spirits, we believe that the foundation of a great cocktail lies in the quality of its base spirit. That's why we've chosen our award-winning Old Fourth Distillery Vodka, renowned for its smoothness and purity. This premium vodka is distilled to perfection and serves as the canvas upon which the flavors of lemon and ginger shine." said Dugan.
A touch of sugar is added to achieve the perfect balance of sweetness and complement the lemon's tartness and ginger's heat. This subtle sweetness enhances the overall flavor profile of Lawn Dart without overpowering its clean, crisp character.
Last, we blend the natural lemon and ginger essences with Old Fourth Distillery Vodka and purified water to ensure a consistent and refreshing taste with every pour. And importantly, no additives or colors are used in the production process.
Lawn Dart Cocktail Recipes
- Lawn Dart – A simple pleasure for warm, southern weather; keep it in the freezer or fridge, pour over ice, and sip. (That's all it takes to enjoy this refreshing cocktail)
- The Cannon Ball – 2 ounces Lawn Dart, 2 ounces Fever Tree Sicilian Lemonade
- Dart & Soda -- 2 ounces Lawn Dart, 2 ounces Fever Tree Club Soda over ice
About Old Fourth Distillery
Old Fourth Distillery is Atlanta, Georgia's first legal distillery since 1906. The brand offers various award-winning spirits, including bourbon, vodka, gin, and rye. Each product is carefully crafted and delivers exceptional quality and taste.
Old Fourth Distillery will celebrate its 10th anniversary in 2024.
Visit our website to shop our line of spirits including Lawn Dart Retail price $19.99.
Old Fourth Distillery is distributed by United Distribution in Georgia, covering the whole state.
Old Fourth Distillery ships to 47 states. Old Fourth Distillery bottle shop hours 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday at 6325 McDonough Drive NW, Suite A, Norcross, GA 30093
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