Indulge in an evening where bourbon meets briny! A. Smith Bowman Distillery and the Friends of the Rappahannock invite you to savor fresh oysters, expertly crafted cocktails, live music, and more at the 2^nd Annual Bourbon on the Half Shell!

Take a tour that offers a behind-the-scenes look at our distillery! Enjoy guided tastings and let the contemporary folk and Americana, Wicked Sycamore, set the perfect mood for the evening! Plus, take part in an exclusive silent auction featuring unique items & experiences.

Join us for an unforgettable evening – tickets are $150 per person and include all-you-can-eat oysters, BBQ, drinks, a tasting, and tour of the distillery.

Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Rappahannock:

For more than four decades, Friends of the Rappahannock has been the voice and active force for a healthy, scenic Rappahannock River. Through advocacy, education, and hands-on restoration, we’re working every day to protect the river we all love.

Join us for an evening of oysters, spirits, and river-loving community as we celebrate the work underway and the impact still to come.

Your ticket includes:

• Unlimited oysters (oysters on the half shell, oysters rockefeller, fried oysters)*
• Unlimited BBQ*
• Unlimited sides*
• Unlimited cocktails and cider*
• Live Music
• Distillery tours
• A. Smith Bowman product tastings
• Silent auction

*Disclaimer: All food and drink available while supply last. For the safety and comfort of all guests, responsible consumption is expected and service is subject to staff discretion.

There will be no special release bottles available for purchase at this event.