March 12, 2021
Irish tenor Michael Londra hosts the Ireland with Michael virtual concert on March 12. // Photograph courtesy of Venuworks
Ireland with Michael
We may be missing out on this year’s St. Patrick’s Day parade, but this virtual concert offers a way to celebrate this Irish American Heritage Month from the comfort of your home. As host of the event, Emmy-nominated Irish tenor Michael Londra will showcase his own ethereal voice, as well as tell stories of his home county and introduce other guest singers and musicians from across Ireland. These acts include world champion Irish dancers, fiddlers, pipers, and 10-piece harpist group Cláirsí Neamhaí. (Find more St. Patrick’s Day events below and in this story). $25+. March 12.
MGP Just Bought a Kentucky Bourbon Distillery But It’s Not What You Think
MGP, best known for its Lawrenceburg, Indiana distillery, has agreed to acquire whiskey and spirits company Luxco for a whopping $475 million.
For years,
WhistlePig. The familiar words “Distilled in Indiana” on a bottle’s back label denote MGP as the source, even if it’s not officially publicized by the particular brand. And while MGP has made forays into offering its own-brand whiskeys under the
Eight & Sand American whiskey labels, progress has been slow. They’re only available in some states and despite reflecting the high quality turned out by the distillery (Remus Repeal Reserve