Balcones Retreat TOTC 2024 signage

Tales of the Cocktail

New Orleans, LA
July 2024

For the second year in a row, we shared our innovative approach to whisky-making with fellow industry shakers at Tales of the Cocktail. To do so, we created The Balcones Retreat, an activation that delivered a moment of calm amid the energetic environment of the event. We crafted an atmosphere that inspired thoughtful reflections while celebrating the unique characteristics of Texas whisky. We worked alongside a team of Texan partners—including Helberg BBQ and Sendero Provisions Co.—to provide food, merch, live music, Balcones cocktails and tasting sessions with our distilling team. We also shared a behind-the-scenes look into Balcones through our educational wall and gallery.

Bottle of Texas 1 American Single Malt Whisky with Cocktail in custom Tales of the Cocktail glass
Two women holding cocktails and smiling at camera
The Inkcaps performing on stage
Two women holding cocktails and smiling at camera
Printed photos of distillery team on wall
Three people smiling at camera inside event
Woman smiling and holding a cocktail in custom Tales of the Cocktail glass
Gabe RiCharde and Alex Elrod posing in front of Balcones Retreat sign
Event educational content wall
Bone marrow and neat pour of whisky
Crowded room full of people talking and sipping drinks

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