Indiana Insider Blog

Sitting in the historic North Mass Ave corridor, one of Indianapolis’ four original diagonals, the Bottleworks District is a fusion of past and present in the heart of historic neighborhoods, robust arts, industrial architecture & good spots galore. If one thing is... Read more

Indiana’s craft spirits scene continues to gain national acclaim. Indiana is home to numerous distilleries, but one was recently recognized as one of America’s best for Vodka and Rum! This distillery in Bloomington has been wowing the palates of visitors... Read more

You might be surprised to learn that America’s best bourbon isn’t located in the “Bourbon State”. It is right across the Ohio River! Indiana’s own Starlight Distillery was awarded the American Craft Spirits Association’s award for America’s best bourbon of... Read more

Because of changes in Indiana’s laws in recent years, both wineries and distilleries have begun to flourish as one of the state’s newest attractions. We recently had the chance to visit the French Lick Winery and the Spirits of French... Read more

One of Indy’s most prominent craft beer producers is branching out into the world of friendly spirits. Sun King Spirits, a showy 15,000-square-foot distillery/tasting room/food hall showplace, opened in July. The building cuts a dashing figure along the Monon Trail... Read more

Tastings Tuesday will see discounts at 38 Indiana wineries, breweries, cideries and meaderies on May 8. With discounts at 38 locations, Tastings Tuesday is a great day to get out and sample local beverages during Visit Indiana Week. A fast-growing industry... Read more

This article was written for Indy Boomer Magazine by Indiana Office of Tourism Development director of communications Amy Howell. Acres of grapes line the drive as you pull into the magnificent grounds of Huber Winery. But there’s more than just... Read more

You could easily spend days eating and drinking your way through Bloomington, which has a terrific food scene that you’d expect to find in a larger city. But let’s say you have just 24 hours in this college town. Maybe you’re visiting... Read more

They’re catching like wildfire. Distilleries are popping up all over Hoosierland and attracting lots of praise. Creative spirits and cocktails will give you that little summery buzz and call for a fun time out. There’s no need to wait until happy... Read more