Today's post is inspired by a recent in-store tasting with Bully Boy Distillers. My store has been supporters of Bully Boy's craft spirits since its 2010 launch and are very proud of their success. My town is neighbors to where Will and Dave Willis', creators of Bully Boy, story begins. Their family owned a farm in Sherborn, MA which was home to a secret vault/speakeasy of local spirits during Prohibition. The vault was rediscovered about 70 years later and became the inspiration for Boston's first craft distillery. Their focus is on hand-crafted, premium spirits produced in small batches. The product line up includes Vodka, Boston Rum (aged), White Rum, White Whiskey and American Straight Whiskey.
The latest Bully Boy creation brings consumers back to the early 1800s with the release of Hub Punch. This rum based product, infused with fruits and botanicals, was a popular drink many Bostonians consumed until Prohibition hit the city. Bully Boy has revived this classic libation for new generations of Bostonian drinkers to enjoy!
In terms of specific tasting notes, this spirit starts off as Bully Boy's aged Boston Rum then is stepped with orange peel, lemon peel, raspberry as well as other botanticals and herbs. This part of the recipe is not disclosed. The end result is a fruit forward rum designed to mix well with both dry and sweet mixers. Aside from using soda water, ginger ale, iced tea or lemonade, I have included some suggested recipes below to try!
The Hub Punch
1.5oz Hub Punch
3oz ginger ale
3oz Soda Water
Squeeze and garnish with a lemon wedge
The Sagamore
Muddle ten mint leaves
Add ice
1.5oz Hub Punch
3 oz lemonade
3 oz soda water
Optional: two dashes Angostura bitters
Have a great day!
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