Lonely Pine Steakhouse is honored to welcome Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey CEO Fawn Weaver for an unforgettable 6 course experience where we'll explore the story of Nathan "Nearest" Green, his contribution to the very foundation of Tennessee Whiskey, and the continuation of the family legacy.
Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey honors the world’s first-known African American Master Distiller, Nearest Green— and the brand is now the fastest growing American whiskey in US history, with portfolio the Most Awarded American Whiskey or Bourbon of 2019, 2020 and 2021.
The four ultra-premium whiskeys have garnered over 450 awards and accolades since the brand’s 2017 launch, with 54 Best in Class honors, including: Spirit Brand of the Year from Wine Enthusiast, two Chairman’s Trophies from Ultimate Spirits Challenge, back-to-back Master Blender of the Year awards from Whisky Magazine, Whisky of the Year from USA Spirits Ratings, and back-to-back honors of “World’s Best” at the 2019 and 2020 World Whiskies Awards.
Uncle Nearest is currently available in all 50 states and 12 countries, and is sold in more than 25,000 stores, bars, hotels, restaurants, as well as at its 323-acre distillery in Shelbyville, Tenn., dubbed as “Malt Disney World.”
Chef Sam Mischenko has prepared a menu that pays homage to the Uncle Nearest’s Tennessee roots, while also showcasing Cincinnati's local farms. Each course will be paired with whiskey and cocktails from the Uncle Nearest Portfolio.
THE MENU
C O U R S E 1
Berry Beef Tartare, Urbanstead Street Ched, House Relish
Pairing: Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey, lemon, simple, red wine mist
C O U R S E 2
Squash and Hominy Pudding
Pairing: Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey
C O U R S E 3
Roothouse Tilapia, Rainbow Chard
Pairing: Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey
C O U R S E 4
Freedom Run Lamb, Challah Salad
Pairing: Uncle Nearest Rye
C O U R S E 5
Ohio Wagyu, Local Potatoes, Local Mushrooms, Red Wine Bone Marrow Demi
Pairing: Raft Wines Merlot, Mendocino, CA, 2020
C O U R S E 6
Smoked Pumpkin Cheesecake, Bourbon Caramel, Pomegranate, Candied Walnuts
Pairing: Uncle Nearest Master Blend
Please contact [email protected] after tickets are purchased to share any dietary restrictions. Due to the limited nature of this experience all sales are final and there are no refunds.