Young Hearts Distilling is a vibrant downtown gem in Raleigh offering artisanal spirits and creative small plates in a chic, multi-level space perfect for events or casual hangs.
"Raleigh’s first downtown distillery comes from the team behind Trophy Brewing and State of Beer. It’s split into several spaces, ranging from a covered upstairs patio ideal for a quieter dinner date to the street-level bar perfect for an afternoon hang with friends. Young Hearts specializes in clear spirits including one made out of agave that’s similar to a tequila and a lemongrass, lavender, and elderflower gin, but the drink menu extends beyond the spirits distilled on site, and the food is truly excellent. Small plates like roasted cauliflower with pickled beet yogurt and salmon cakes with snow peas and lemon-basil aioli are way better, and much more interesting, than your typical bar food." - eric ginsburg
"Raleigh’s first downtown distillery comes from the team behind Trophy Brewing and State of Beer. It’s split into several spaces, ranging from a covered upstairs patio ideal for a quieter dinner date to the street-level bar perfect for an afternoon hang with friends. Young Hearts specializes in clear spirits including one made out of agave that’s similar to a tequila and a lemongrass, lavender, and elderflower gin, but the drink menu extends beyond the spirits distilled on site, and the food is truly excellent. Small plates like roasted cauliflower with pickled beet yogurt and salmon cakes with snow peas and lemon-basil aioli are way better, and much more interesting, than your typical bar food. photo credit: Anna Barzin" - Eric Ginsburg
"Raleigh-based Trophy Brewing Company owners recently expanded their downtown footprint with the opening of Young Hearts Distilling at 223 South Wilmington Street. Owners Chris Powers, David “Woody” Lockwood, and David Meeker, along with head distiller Mena Killough, aim to draw crowds curious about the distilling process while enjoying Instagrammable cocktails from the rooftop patio. The distillery also features a full restaurant, offering dishes like Brunswick rillettes and sweet potato pappardelle, led by Chef Alex Ricci and sous chef Josiah Halbohm. Young Hearts opens from 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Wednesdays through Sundays, with plans for brunch and lunch services in the future." - Erin Perkins
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