Saturday, May 8th 2010
Main Stage
Noon - 1:30pm
Drymill Road Band
Drymill Road is a progressive acoustic band offering an energetic show of original material featuring the songwriting of Sean Loomis as well as wall as its own renditions of popular covers. Drymill Road was formed by band leader Sean Loomis in 2008. The band was originally a trio including Sean Loomis on Vocals and Guitar and Dave Hurt on Bass, both of which are masters of their instruments and, graduates of the Shenandoah University Music program.
In October 2009 the band recruited Doug Ross on mandolin and Robert Mabe on Banjo. Both of which are heavily influenced by traditional music. As a four piece band, Drymill Road has a rich full sound, using each instrument as a voice, the band takes you on a wild harmonic journey. Come join us at the Beer, Bourbon, & BBQ Festival as Drymill Road takes the stage!
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Doug Pritchett & Mike Mahoney
from NEW POTATO CABOOSE w/ Brent Moore
That's right! Doug Pritchett and Mike Mahoney from the national touring jam band NEW POTATO CABOOSE are now local Charlotte musicians. Recently transplanted from Washington, DC, Doug and Mike will be performing this special show with Brent Moore. Don't miss the NEW POTATO CABOOSE classics and there own versions of classic rock, reggae and blues songs that everyone knows and loves.
3:30pm - 4:00pm
Charlotte's Best Beer Belly Competition
Come out and join us as we see who in Charlotte, NC has the biggest beer belly! The winner will receive $300 cash prize and will also be named Charlotte's Biggest Beer Belly Competition Winner of 2010. Do you think you have the biggest belly??
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Part-Time Blues Band
Part-Time Blues Band is the second to none in the Blues and Blues/Rock
field of music. Don't be fooled by their down-to-earth and somewhat laid-back
appearance-their musical delievery is the most dynamic and energetic in the
Carolina area. Vintage and contemporary blues dominates the PART-TIME
BLUES BAND'S song list, covering artists such as B.B. King, Willie Dixon,
Freddie King, Muddy Waters, and Albert King. Rounding out the Blues/Rock
category are cover tunes by Stevie Ray Vaughn, Allman Brothers, Jimi Hendrix,
and Eric Clapton.
Tasting Theater
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Jack Daniels Revealed!
Join Eamonn OMahoney the spirits and wine ambassador for Jack Daniels. In this seminar Eamonn will discuss a few different types of Jack Daniels Bourbon in detail while explaining the history, differences between Tennessee Whiskey and Bourbon Whiskey, and the taste profiles for each brand.
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Woodford Reserve
Join us for a seminar with Woodford Reserve Whiskey Specialist, Eamonn OMahoney. In this seminar he will talk about Woodford Reserve and what makes it such a unique brand of whiskey in the Small Batch Bourbon Category. He will explain the differences between Bourbon and the other whiskey's and spirits in the World. And you don’t want to miss out on his history, cooking, and infusing of Woodford Reserve, flavor profiles of bourbon and especially Wood ford Reserves unique flavor profile.
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Small Batch Tastings with the Whiskey Professor
Come check out Bernie Lubers the Whiskey Professor and Brand Ambassador for
Small Batch Bourbons. Bernie Lubbers is a true Kentucky gentleman with unmatched
charisma, a sense of humor and a bottle of Knob Creek on him at all times. He was
taught to identify the subtle nuances, such color, age and proof among various bourbon
whiskies, such as Knob Creek, Basil Hayden, Baker’s and Booker’s, also known as
The Small Batch Bourbon Collection. When not on the road, you can usually find
Bernie among friends sharing his bottle of Knob Creek and his latest joke. Like
fine bourbon, Bernie keeps getting better with age and has a thirst for knowledge
that cannot be quenched. Come see his seminar and leave full of not only bourbon but alot of laughs too!
4:00pm - 4:30pm
WHOLE HOG COOKIN’ WITH JIM EARLY AND BILL EASON
Come join Jim Early and Bill Eason as they discuss “Whole Hog Cookin”!
Join The Pig Procession and you can enjoy the best swine in the Carolinas.
You don’t want to miss this standout demonstration as Bill and Jim lead us through
the whole hog process!
4:30pm - 5:00pm
Southern Cookin' with Jim Early
Join Jim Early of one the South's Premier Cooks for Southern recipes, secrets
and grilling tips. Jim has authored a number of cook books and magazine articles.
Jim is also the Founder of The North Carolina Barbecue Society and serves as
Chairman & CEO. Enjoy grilling tips for chicken/pork/beef and fish and learn how
to make perfect collard greens and other BBQ sides. Jim will also share his nationally
acclaimed Pimento Cheese featured in Southern Living magazine, his special Banana
Pudding and some surprises. Do not miss this fun filled cooking experience. You
can find out more about Jim at www.jimearly.com. IT WILL BE A SMILE!
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Nikki Smith
A Tasting of Greatness- Maker's Mark
Maker's Mark invites you to join Distillary Diplomat Nikki Smith to learn
about what makes Maker's Mark a little bit more different and unique from
other bourbons. Come see her seminar and learn the secrets!
