Hightales Rooftop Bar and Longleaf Distillery Co. Blending Two Southern Favorites for Five-Course Pairing Event

Posted: March 24, 2024

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WHO: Hotel Forty Five’s sixth floor bar, Hightales Rooftop Bar and Longleaf Distillery Co.

WHAT: Hotel Forty Five and Macon’s own Longleaf Distillery Co. are inviting guests to enjoy a spectacular evening showcasing a pairing of select whiskeys and mouthwatering BBQ. This evening under the stars features a delicious blend of Southern favorites served in five rounds, from starters to sweets. Tickets are just $75 per person and include a special five-course pairing menu:

∙ Welcome – Georgia (Slider with Pulled Pork, Sweet BBQ Sauce) and Tea Time (Longleaf High Tea, Sparkling Lemonade)
∙ First – South Carolina (Smoked Chicken Wings, Gold Sauce, Carrots and Celery, Chipotle Ranch) and Borrowed Bourbon (Single Barrel, Bottled in Bond, 79% Corn 21% Rye)
∙ Second – Kansas City (Smoked Pork Ribs and KC Sauce, Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese) and Heirloom (Small Batch, Madeira Finish, 90 Proof)
∙ Third – Texas (Smoked Brisket, Baked Beans with a Kick) and Borrowed Rye (Small Batch, 90 Proof, 51% Rye)
∙ Sweets – Bourbon Caramel Apple Turnover and Longleaf Draft Saturn Cocktail

WHEN: Saturday, March 23 – 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Hightales Rooftop Bar – Hotel Forty Five

401 Cotton Avenue, Macon, Georgia

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HOW: Event tickets can be purchased online. For additional information, visit Hightales Rooftop Bar or HotelFortyFive.com.

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About Hotel Forty Five

Hotel Forty Five, owned by IDP Properties and Mainsail Lodging & Development, is a 94-room boutique hotel in Macon, Georgia. Joining Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio, an exceptional collection of independent hotels and resorts with unique personalities and spirit, Hotel Forty Five celebrates the building’s original character and historic significance. Each of Hotel Forty Five’s rooms and suites immerse guests in a timeless experience, providing the ideal space to rest and recharge. Vintage design elements with rich contrasting colors and copper metal accents are featured throughout creating a redefined yet classic finish. Hotel Forty Five boasts three different dining concepts, Loom, Hightales Rooftop Bar and Reckon Coffee & Wine Bar. Occupying one of downtown Macon’s few remaining historic high-rises, the boutique hotel is aptly named after its location on an iconic 45-degree angle, formed by Cherry and First Streets with Cotton Avenue. For more information please go to hotelfortyfive.com, or follow on Instagram, X and Facebook.

About Mainsail Lodging & Development

Mainsail Lodging & Development is an award-winning, Tampa, Florida-based company specializing in hotel, furnished housing, and resort property management and development, marketing and sales. An established company with a dynamic entrepreneurial spirit, Mainsail prides itself in finding unique lodging opportunities with a purpose and applying its passion and expertise to each project. Founded by President Joe Collier with a combination of daring vision and dogged determination, Mainsail has built an impressive portfolio of top-branded properties throughout the southeastern United States and Caribbean. Each Mainsail property inspires guests with a distinct character and meticulously crafted, sophisticated style, from a private island resort, and urban culinary showplaces, to waterfront marvels, boutique southern hotels, and a historic jazz era icon. Stay Sojo, Mainsail’s newest brand, provides short-term furnished living options across the country, while Mainsail Vacation Rentals manages a collection of private vacation homes in Florida and the Caribbean. To ensure long-term success and profitability, Mainsail relies on the dedication of its high-performing associates, a growing group of enterprising investors, and a commitment to giving back, every step of the way. MainsailHotels.com

About IDP Properties

IDP Properties is a full-service real estate development firm headquartered in Valdosta, Ga that invests in and redevelops communities. The IDP team has completed over $1 billion dollars in projects and specializes in acquisition, property management, consulting and development. IDP takes pride that each project they develop is as diverse as the communities they serve. IDP Properties’ purpose is to strengthen communities and leave a lasting positive impact.