The Bourbon Bender

01/19/2025

Finally made it back to in Scranton. Enjoying a Negroni with some family.

01/18/2025

A Sazerac by Charlie at in Clarks Summit. Excellent. Best presentation I've seen in a minute. Nicely done.

01/18/2025

$11 for a Blanton's in Clark Summit? Yes please!

12/28/2024

Checking out the new NYC "style" spot in Scranton tonight. Enjoying a Revival made with Elijah Craig and Amaro Nonino. Quite nice. Good vibe inside. A little loud but not too bad. If you're looking for a relaxing spot in Scranton PA it's worth a stop. Maybe just make a reservation because seating seems to fill up fast.

12/21/2024

So this is a new one for me. I had no idea this existed but apparently makes a Canadian Whiskey which looks suspiciously like Blanton's and Rock Hill Farms had a child. Great looking bottle although it was a total pain to get it out of the sack (a la Blanton's) that it came in. Very interested in trying it out. I was able to snag it for $60 at Cazenovia Wine & Liquor tho I've seen them online for $100+ so hopefully I got a great bargain.

12/16/2024

In one week! I will be hosting a Christmas "Eve Eve" Speakeasy at the featuring some holiday cheer and fine cocktails crafted by yours truly! If you're looking for a great way to imbibe while you await the big day come join me for a fun night of drinking, music and relaxation ahead of the holiday.

6-9pm on Monday the 23rd

Full details and password can be found at Bourbonbender.com or follow the 🔗 in my bio!

12/14/2024

Voting is officially open for Barboss round 2. Last year I came in the top 8 in the country with a lot of help from the people of Cazenovia. This year I hope to go all the way, but I can't get there without your support. You can vote once a day every day for free, set your alarm if it helps, every bit counts. They are raising money for Folds of Honor with paid votes as well, but I don't expect anyone to part with their cash for my sake, only donate if you want to.
Tell your friends and share it all around, if I win I'll help bring more attention to Caz and the amazing people I've had the honor to serve over the last ten years.
Thank you for your time,
Your Humble Barkeep

Vote for Jonny Haines to win $20,000 and appear in Food & Beverage Magazine.

11/29/2024

Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving y'all.

11/21/2024

Tomorrow (Friday Night) at The I'm celebrating Friendsgiving with some awesome cocktails! I'll be serving a hickory smoked maple old fashioned , a pear martini, mulled wine and more! So come on out and imbibe with us 6-9pm in the Billiards Lounge! Don't forget to go to my website to get the password!