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Sea Kayak the San Juans
Eat: Hogstone
Sleep: Doe Bay Resort & Retreat
Do x Water: Sea kayak at sunset
Do x Land: Hike Mount Constitution
Fun Fact: The San Juan Islands get about 247 days of sun per year
Happy Hour Tip: Pack a flask and your favorite cocktail fixings for a post-paddle beverage at West Beach.
Get your fill of both land and sea on this chain of islands, rocks, and pinnacles on the Washington coast. Take an early ferry from Anacortes to Orcas for a full day. Start by hiking a 6.7-mile loop to the top of Mount Constitution (the island’s highest point). Refuel on artisan, wood-fired pizzas at Hogstone, then head to West Beach for a two-hour guided sea kayak tour with Outer Island Excursions. Finish at The Barnacle, a cozy watering hole with creative cocktails and small plates. Extend your stay at the magical enclave that is The Doe Bay Resort and Retreat, with soaking tubs, a sauna, spa, yoga studio, and an organic cafe spread across 38 waterfront acres (pick from cabins, yurts, or a pitched tent at the campground). Cap off your trip with a wildlife boat tour to spot orcas, whales, seals, herons, and bald eagles.
Put your cast iron skillet to work over low flame that provides medium-high heat.
1. Cube steak, season with salt and pepper, and brown it with a little oil. Add half a cup of Cutty Sark. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the liquor reduces, and set the beef aside.
2. Saute chopped onions and red peppers in some added oil.
2. Add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, chicken broth, plus spices (chili powder, cumin, sugar, tomato paste, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, pepper).
3. Pour in another half cup of Cutty Sark, add the steak, and move to lower heat.
4. Simmer for as long as an hour (play a game while you wait) and add water if things are starting to look too dry.
5. Garnish with shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, and avocado.
Cutty Sark Campfire Chili
In 1923, partners Berry Bros. & Rudd (the famous winemakers) meet in London with Scottish artist and sailor James McBey, who draws the first label for the brand named after the legendary three-mast tea clipper that visited every major world port.
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As the BBC broadcasts the record-breaking ship’s entrance to Greenwich for years of restoration work, prohibition ends in the U.S., shooting up sales of Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky as it grows to become the top-selling Scotch Whisky in the U.S. (and first to sell over 1M cases) by 1961.
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Enjoyed by everyone from gentry to gangsters on the big screen, Hollywood keeps casting Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky in a number of classics, including “Raging Bull” (1980), “Goodfellas” (1990), “The Associate” (1996), “The Sopranos” (1999), and “Mad Men” (2007).
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In the Best of the Best tasting, Cutty Sark 25 is the highest-scoring whisky overall, described as “a complex masterpiece” and “a golden wonder.” The offerings expand as Cutty Sark unveils its Prohibition Edition Whisky in 2013 and a bold 12 YO expression in 2022 straight from Scotland.
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As the manager for Cutty Sark’s Spirit of Adventure tour, Sage Grey wears a lot of hats as he travels the country hosting events and activating samplings: cameraman, audio tech, editor, bartender, event planner, roadie, the list goes on. Most importantly, it’s his job to represent a legacy brand that’s celebrating 100 years of adventures. That means his work is outdoor adventure. And as a born explorer ready to climb, hike, dive, snowboard or motorcycle wherever the road goes, Sage takes that work seriously.
Currently 7,500 miles into the tour, the southwest Colorado native has taken local bartenders skydiving in Key West, landing next to a pod of dolphins. He’s rocked SXSW and explored the Everglades, going from hiking the Rockies to surfing in Southern California. Between events, he canoed into a starlit, empty lagoon where he noticed his paddle glittering in the water. “I trailed my fingers through the glass surface and experienced the magic of bioluminescence for the first time,” he recalls. “It was one of the most phenomenal things I’ve ever experienced.”
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San Juans
Explore both land and sea on this chain of islands, rocks, and pinnacles on the Washington coast. Take an early ferry from Anacortes to Orcas for a full day. Start by hiking a 6.7-mile loop to the top of Mount Constitution (the island’s highest point). Refuel on artisan, wood-fired pizzas at Hogstone, then head to West Beach for a two-hour guided sea kayak tour with Outer Island Excursions. Finish at The Barnacle, a cozy watering hole with creative cocktails and small plates. Extend your stay at the magical enclave that is The Doe Bay Resort and Retreat, with soaking tubs, a sauna, spa, yoga studio, and an organic cafe spread across 38 waterfront acres (pick from cabins, yurts, or a pitched tent at the campground). Cap off your trip with a wildlife boat tour to spot orcas, whales, seals, herons, and bald eagles.
Hogstone
Doe Bay Resort & Retreat
Sea kayak at sunset
Hike Mount Constitution
The San Juan Islands get about 247 days of sun per year
Pack a flask of Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky and your favorite cocktail fixings for a quick and easy post-paddle sunset beverage at West Beach.
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Everglades
From Miami, head two hours south to Flamingo. Grab your canoe or kayak of choice from the marina and launch into Everglades National Park. Its 1.5 million acres are best explored by water, where its main attractions abound: mangrove tunnels, marshes, bays, rivers, manatees, alligators and crocs. There are a number of backcountry paddling routes and rangers can help map one out based on your experience and comfort level, but consider it mandatory to overnight on a chickee hut. (Target the Shark Point Chickee Hut for its expansive views and a prime location for both sunrises and sunsets.) These over-water platforms can hold a tent and are indisputably the ideal spot for watching the sun go down (and come back up again). Reserve yours three months ahead of time online, or grab one on a first-come, first-served basis upon arrival. The best part about paddling in your camp gear? There’s always room (especially in a canoe) for overnight luxuries like a cooler stocked with your favorite food and a dry bag for drinks (a little Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky, anyone?).
Shark Point Chickee Hut
Backcountry paddling trip
8 miles a day on the water usually feels about right
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Michigan
Michigan’s 4,300-square-mile Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary is the place to see well-preserved shipwrecks. How’d they get there? Unpredictable weather and rocky shoals made it a treacherous place to pass through the Great Lakes, claiming over 100 ships like the wooden steam barge Monohansett, which sank in 1907 just off Thunder Bay Island. The easy access and shallow waters (just 18 feet) regularly draw snorkelers and swimmers to see the ship’s boiler and steep propeller. If you don’t want to dive deep, explore the shallow shipwrecks, lighthouses, and islands via standup paddleboard, canoe, kayak, or even glass-bottom boat tours—the lake’s clear, blue water provides high enough visibility to see the shipwreck action from the surface. Road-trip lovers can’t miss the 200-mile U.S.-23 Heritage Route, which hugs the coast of Lake Huron with easy stops at beaches, parks, and worthy dining stops.
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Churchill Pointe Inn
Snorkel to the shipwrecks
Drive the U.S. Highway 23 Heritage Route
Warm up after a day on, or under, the water at the bay-side pubs in Alpena.
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Bowline
Is there anything better than a post-surf beach bonfire? First, check local regulations to make sure they’re allowed. If so, there’s likely an existing pit surrounded by a metal or concrete fire ring. If not, make one. Send your pals out to collect driftwood and add some kindling. Newspaper, junk mail, or small sticks all work well. Go with a strong structure to hold up to the elements like the “log cabin” style: Place two opposing logs down, then place two logs on top and parallel to those logs and keep going. Add your kindling and light it up. (Pro tip: Skip the s’mores and whip out a bottle of Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky and ginger ale to mix everyone up a fireside beverage).
Tie a
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Beach Bonfire
Is there anything better than a post-surf beach bonfire? First, check local regulations to make sure they’re allowed. If so, there’s likely an existing pit surrounded by a metal or concrete fire ring. If not, make one. Send your pals out to collect driftwood and add some kindling. Newspaper, junk mail, or small sticks all work well. Go with a strong structure to hold up to the elements like the “log cabin” style: Place two opposing logs down, then place two logs on top and parallel to those logs and keep going. Add your kindling and light it up. (Pro tip: Skip the s’mores and whip out a bottle of Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky and ginger ale to mix everyone up a fireside beverage).
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Campfire Chili
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This go-to cocktail of Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky ambassador-adventurer Sage Grey, “balances perfectly and serves as the most excellent refreshment on a summer day.”
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To boost your comfort and help maintain your center of gravity, pack heavy items close to your back. Then load up based on when you might need certain items: sleeping bag, tent, plus flask of Cutty Sark at the bottom (when you’re done for the day); extra layers nested into the spaces formed by rigid items like cooking gear; water at the top, right behind your shoulder blades (keep it from sloshing by stuffing your puffy jacket around it). In the brain, put all your small essentials: multi-tool, sunscreen, a granola bar, cell phone, satellite messaging device, sunglasses. Somewhere in the middle, sneak in a flask of Cutty Sark and surprise your friends at the campfire.
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Philadelphia, PA | July 1-5
4th of July Celebration
THEME: Hang with Cutty
Join the Cutty Sark Whisky crew as we hoist our sails and voyage to Philadelphia to revel in the grandeur of Fourth of July celebrations - riveting historical reenactments, vibrant floats, energetic marching bands, and a breathtaking spectacle of fireworks illuminating the night sky. A day full of excitement, live music, and free Cutty Sark swag!
Los Angeles, CA | June 9
Rock with Cutty
THEME: Hang with Cutty
Join our Cutty Sark "Spirit of Adventure" crew, as we navigate through Los Angele's vibrant music scenes, seeking out the most thrilling and adventurous beats filled with excitement!
Santa Monica, CA | June 2
poseidon surf school
THEME: Surf with Cutty
Join Cutty Sark at Poseidon Surf School for a "Surf with Cutty" event filled with adventure, live music, and free Cutty Sark Swag!
Santa Monica, CA | June 3
poseidon surf school
THEME: Surf with Cutty
Join our unforgettable adventures with Cutty Sark Whisky! Experience thrilling surf lessons, bask in the radiant sun, and immerse yourself in the rich history of this legendary whisky, which spans a remarkable century. A day filled with adventure, surfing, live music, and free Cutty Sark Swag!
Pacific Palisades, CA | June 10
Street Food Cinema
THEME: Hang with Cutty
Join Cutty Sark whiskey and Street Food Cinema, LA's largest and most thrilling outdoor cinema and music series. Experience more than just a movie screening - indulge in local food trucks, live bands, interactive games, concessions, themed photo ops, surprise guest appearances. All even better with a Cutty Sark Cocktail in hand. Get ready for an adventure-packed evening you won't forget!
Pacific Palisades, CA | June 3
Street Food Cinema
THEME: Hang with Cutty
Join Cutty Sark whiskey and Street Food Cinema, LA's largest and most thrilling outdoor cinema and music series. Experience more than just a movie screening - indulge in local food trucks, live bands, interactive games, concessions, themed photo ops, surprise guest appearances. All even better with a Cutty Sark Cocktail in hand. Get ready for an adventure-packed evening you won't forget!
Killington, VT | July 7-9
OuterBike
THEME: Bike with Cutty
Mount Washington, NH
| July 14-15
Seek the Peak
THEME: Climb with Cutty
San Diego, CA | July 14-15
Torrey Pines State Park
THEME: Hike with Cutty
Unleash your adventure with Cutty Sark Whisky, guiding your journey on some of America's greatest hiking trails. Explore the hidden wonders and at the end of the day, ignite your taste with some Cutty Sark Whiskey, the untimate Spirit of Adventure.
VT | July 10-13
Bonfire Nights
THEME: Camp with Cutty
Escape with the Cutty Sark Crew as we host bonfire nights at campsite throughout the east. An extraordinary evening packed with non-stop entertainment, live music, games, and free Cutty Sark Swag! All while sipping on perfectly crafted Cutty Sark Cocktails. So grab your compass and join us under the stars, and ebrace your spirit of adventure!
New York City, NY | July 20
Share Winter Foundation Fundraiser Dinner
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New York City, NY | July 23-29
Industry Park Pickle Ball Tournement
THEME: Play with Cutty
Chicago, IL | Sept. 1-4
Labor Day festivals
THEME: Rock with Cutty
Join our Cutty Sark "Spirit of Adventure" crew, as we venture the streets of Chicago, immersing ourselves in the pulsating energy of Labor Day festivals. We'll navigate through the city's vibrant music scenes, seeking out the most thrilling and adventurous beats filled with excitement!
Newport, RI | Sept. 14-17
Newport International Boat Show
THEME: Sail with Cutty
Experience the perfect combination of Cutty Sark Whisky and The Newport International Boat Show, one of the most esteemed boat shows in the nation. Stroll along the marina and marvel at a breathtaking showcase of gleaming sailboats and powerboats, including captivating premieres in the United States. Throughout the day, indulge in the delight of savoring Cutty Sark Whisky cocktails, enriching your adventurous spirit.
Outer Banks, NC | Sept. 28- Oct. 4
Newport International Boat Show
Join Cutty Sark at Poseidon Surf School for a "Surf with Cutty" event filled with adventure, live music, and free Cutty Sark Swag!
Roanoke, VA | Oct. 13-15
Go Outside Fest
THEME: Hang with Cutty
Virginia Beach, VA | Sept. 28- Oct. 4
poseidon surf school
THEME: Surf with Cutty
Join Cutty Sark at Poseidon Surf School for a "Surf with Cutty" event filled with adventure, live music, and free Cutty Sark Swag!
Bentonville, AR | Oct. 21
OuterBike
THEME: Bike with Cutty
1 1/2 parts Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky
1/2 part Velvet Falernum
1/2 part fresh lemon juice
Shake and pour over fresh ice. Top with ginger beer. Garnish with a lemon twist and brandied cherry.
Put your cast iron skillet to work over low flame that provides medium-high heat. This recipe serves six and pairs well with a light, refreshing and low-fuss cocktail (like a Cutty Sark Highball) that complements the rich chili flavors.
1. Cube steak, season with salt and pepper, and brown it with a little oil. Add half a cup of Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the liquor reduces, and set the beef aside.
2. Sauté chopped onions and red peppers in some added oil.
3. Add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, chicken broth, plus spices (chili powder, cumin, sugar, tomato paste, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, pepper).
4. Pour in another half cup of Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky, add the steak, and move to lower heat.
5. Simmer for as long as an hour (mix up a batch of cocktails with Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky while you wait) and add water if things are starting to look too dry.
6. Garnish with shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, and avocado.
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June 2: Santa Monica
June 3: Santa Monica
June 3: Pacific Palisades
June 9: Los Angeles
June 10: Pacific Palisades
July 1 - 5: Philledelphia
July 7 - 9: Killington, VT
July 14 & 15: Mt. Washington, NH
July 10 -13 : VT
July 15 & 16: San Diego
July 20: NYC
July 23 - 29: NYC
Sept 1 - 4: Chicago
Sept 14-17: Newport, RI
Sept 28 - Oct 4: Outer Banks
Sept 28 - Oct 4: Virginia Beach
Oct 13-15: Roanoke, VA
Oct 21: Bentenville, AR
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