Tag: Backwards Distilling Company Tasting Room

Let’s go to the Circus!

Life is a circus ring, with some moments more spectacular than others. – Janusz Korczak

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Getting a chance to make some memories in the Backwards Distilling Company is one of those spectacular moments! Backwards has taken a softer approach to the decor and vibes of your normal bar, and they make a point of trying to make their tasting room a very comfortable, welcoming and laid back environment by encouraging customers to ask questions, keeping the music low to stimulate more conversation, and introducing their brand story.

As a family owned company, Amber Pollock was happy to share some of the history behind their family business. The Pollock family was always fascinated with the circus and were always looking forward to their next trip together to the circus, these trips created many fond memories for Amber and her family. Amber and her brother were so intrigued that they even went to a circus camp in highschool! Wanting to embody and reflect some of the family’s values, Amber thought it was appropriate to give her distillery’s vibe a playful, colorful and family connected feel. She wanted to approach it in a way that felt like a trip to the circus!

Along with the atmosphere, there are several unique and delicious drinks to enjoy. Each cocktail has the highest quality as it is prepared with Backwards’ own homemade liquors and spirits as well as their own fresh squeezed juices, mixers etc. When going up to order, you are encouraged to ask all sorts of questions and the staff is always looking forward to getting you a drink for you to enjoy, and loves to explain their process and make your experience even more inviting. The staff at the drinkery work hard to make the drinks aesthetic and tasty! When you go, make sure to ask lots of questions and appreciate all of the knowledge they have behind their craft!

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There are a few cocktails that are so popular they are served year round, they are called the “Freak show” and the “Big Top”. However, other drinks are constantly getting rotated and mixed around so it’s never the same thing twice! To name each and every new drink, Amber and her team research history about the circus and find a fitting name based on their findings, making it even more unique and intriguing.

When finding yourself in Casper, you won’t be disappointed when making this place one of your stops. When you find yourself there, relax, ask questions about their story, and enjoy! Cheers!

Bottles, Brunch & Beartrap

August entails a variety of family-related festivities! On this day, we are celebrating American Family Day here in #mydowntownCasper with a fun-packed day for everyone of all ages to enjoy. Whether you like bottomless mimosas, delicious sweet and savory brunch, or concerts of varied genres, we have the day mapped out for you!

Where Do We Begin? Brunch.

Eggington’s has been a Casper staple for many years. Whether you enjoy the Triple Berry French Toast or the Huevos Eggington’s, they have options for everyone (even for our gluten-free friends!) To top off the delectable meal, Eggington’s offers the fresh berry-filled Wyoming Mimosa and Bloody Marys galore! You will not want to miss this first stop. If you’re unsure, check out their menu and you will surely be satisfied!

Checkpoint #2: The Bourgeois Pig.

The Bourgeois Pig’s motto is to be your unique coffee shop. With eclectic decor, delicious freshly baked goods, and even more enticing coffee options, this is a stop you have to make. Not only do they have the options to satisfy any appetite — whether your’s or your kids’ — they also have entertainment and lounging areas to be, “Casper’s unofficial living room.” This Sunday, the Bourgeois Pig will be featuring an event called “Beats + Treats.” This event will go from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM and will feature a live, local DJ, Slim Timmy from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Doesn’t that sound like music to your ears? Well, there’s more. The Bourgeois Pig will also have bottomless drinks and delicious goodies to enjoy during the show! Everyone of all ages should join for just the beginning of a day full of music and food from some of our favorite Casper joints.

We’re Full… What’s Next?

After enjoying brunch, coffee, bottomless, or even a mix of the three, it is time to head up to Casper Mountain for Beartrap Summer Festival. At Beartrap Meadow, you will find a day of live music (free to kids under the age of 12), food, drinks, and more! The weather this weekend will be hot so prepare with sunscreen, water, and a safe ride! One of our local downtown favorites will be featured at the festival as well, Backwards Distilling Company. If you enjoyed the DJ set at the Bourgeois Pig, come, sit back with your lawn chair, and enjoy a variety of performers! The Beartrap Summer Festival will have music beginning at 10:00 AM with the headliner, Jo Dee Messina, beginning at 4:15 PM. Get your tickets on their website!

With the school year approaching and limited time to enjoy the beautiful, summery Wyoming weather with your friends and family, take advantage of this busy, brunch-y, bottomless day and share with us what you’re doing in #mydowntowncasper! We hope to see you there.

Let’s Cheers in Downtown!

Looking for a place to wind down after a long day or to go out and hangout with friends and family? We have the perfect places right here in downtown Casper!

Frontier Brewing Company

Frontier Brewing moved locations! The old fox theatre is now the home to Frontier Brewing. Frontier Brewing is a family friendly brewery and your kids are welcome to come join in on the fun! The brewery has a self-pour tap system. Frontier has trivia every Wednesday night and live music every Saturday night! Grab your pals and head down to Frontier Brewing!

Located at: 150 W 2nd Street

Black Tooth Brewing Company

Black Tooth Brewing Company has recently opened a location in downtown Casper. In December of 2021, Black Tooth Brewing decided to make its 3rd home in the heart of Casper! Although no one under the age of 21 is allowed inside this is still a great place for you and your friends to gather around and drink some great Wyoming made beer! Cheers!

Located at: 322 S David Street Suite A

Backwards Distilling Company

Backwards Distilling Company is another great place to get a great drink and relax with your friends! Backwards does not allow anyone under the age of 21 in the building! On the third Wednesday of every month they do jazz night. Backwards does backstage tours of their distilling company for 10 dollars! Click here for more information on the tours!

Located at: 214 S Wolcott Street

Come hangout in #MyDowntownCasper and join in on all the fun!

Women in Wyoming

The Wyoming Women’s Expo is just around the corner on September 20^th and 21^st. This year marks the 15^th year of the Wyoming Women’s Expo, which celebrates women in Wyoming, and we can’t pass up the opportunity to brag on some amazing women who are doing big business in Downtown Casper. This list will give you a preview of some of the women-owned businesses in Downtown Casper. Head downtown to check out the rest!

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