Celebrating International Women’s Day With Gentleman Jack

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International Women’s Day, recognized annually on March 8th, is a day celebrating the social, economic and cultural achievements of women across the globe. To celebrate, Gentleman Jack Daniels kicked off a 10 city event series called, Spirituous, a tribute to multi-cultural women leading entrepreneurship, community change, innovation and cultural advocacy.  It was an honor to be invited.

International Women’s Day

The Atlanta event took place at the Twelve Hotel Autograph.  Upon arrival we were treated to delicious bites, custom Jack inspired cocktails and live music.

VIP/Media started with a whisky educational experience that was presented in a “speak-easy”.  We learned all about the history of Jack Daniels including the fact that the whisky making process that they used was designed and formulated by former slave and Master Distiller Nathan “Nearest” Green. Our tasting included sips of these six Jack Daniels Fine Tennessee Spirits:

Gentleman Jack

Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7

Jack Daniel’s Single Barrell Select

Jack Daniel’s Rye

Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Fire (My Favorite)

Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey

Each had its own individual flavor and process.  My favorite was the Tennessee Fire which tastes like red hot cinnamon with the perfect amount of sweetness. The Tennessee Honey was another fav of mine.  I have used it for cooking in the past.  It tastes like honey with hints of molasses, chocolate and pralines.

After our tasting we mingled with other guests while we enjoyed cocktails and light bites.  This was all before we were seated and served a formal, 4-course gourmet dinner, curated by none other than celebrity Chef Scottly Innis from Hell’s Kitchen and featured chef and honoree, Chef Candace Butts.  Each course was infused with Gentleman Jack.

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1st Course

Jamaican Jerk Octopus

Mango Gastrique, Arugula, Gentleman Jack Jerk Sauce Grilled Mangoes (Chambray Onions)

2nd Course

Candied Apple Salad

Seasonal Apples, Apple Gelee, Compressed Fennel, Candied Walnuts, Smoked Feta Cheese, Jack Honey Cider Vinaigrette

3rd Course

Surf & Turf

C A B Filet Mignon, Broiled Lobster Tail, Blue Cheese Crusted Au Gratin Potatoes, Shaved Asparagus, Gentleman Jack Demi Glace

4th Course

Deconstructed S’mores

Graham Cracker, Marshmallow, Chocolate-Jack Ganache

As you can see everything was served gourmet style.  Every plate that came out looked like a work of art. Chef Innis introduced each course. I love trying new things.  The Jamaican Jerk Octopus was new to me and I enjoyed it very much.  The Spirituous Dinner Menu also had Vegan Versions of each course.  It was a wonderful evening and it was an honor to be in the house with several other amazing women to be celebrated for International Women’s Day.

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