Beat the Weather With a Bourbon Brunch at The Crunkleton

Before the cold settles in Saturday night, warm things up with A Spirited Luncheon with Michter’s at The Crunkleton Raleigh. This midday bourbon-forward brunch pairs a guided Michter’s tasting with a decadent multi-course lunch—making it an ideal plan-ahead pick for whiskey lovers.

The afternoon begins with a welcome cocktail, followed by a Michter’s tasting led by Dawson Gould of Michter’s. Guests will then enjoy a seated lunch paired with an additional cocktail from Colby Kress of The Crunkleton.

Michter’s tasting includes:

Michter’s US1 Small Batch Bourbon
Michter’s US1 Sour Mash
Michter’s US1 Unblended American Whiskey
Michter’s US1 Kentucky Straight Rye
Plus a special surprise pour

Lunch menu highlights:

Citrus coriander–rubbed pork tenderloin with sweet potato purée, warm cranberry and Brussels sprout salad, and sage velouté

Rosemary orange crème brûlée with Michter’s chantilly crème and candied spiced pecans

📍 The Crunkleton Raleigh – 403 W Johnson St, Raleigh
📅 Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026 | 12–2:30 p.m.
💸 $85 per person (includes gratuity)
🥃 Hosted by Dawson Gould (Michter’s) & Colby Kress (The Crunkleton)
🎟️ Purchase tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-spirited-luncheon-with-michters-tickets-1977968064727

📧 Seating note: If you’re buying individual tickets and would like to sit with friends, email colby@thecrunkleton.com with your party details and any allergies or dietary restrictions.

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Founder + Principal at Raleighwood Media Group + Raleighwood Event Group

Lisa Jeffries, a 2007 graduate of N.C. State University’s Wilson College of Textiles and Poole College of Management, has been working in marketing since 2005. Her professional work experience ranges from independent, family-owned businesses to high-growth tech startups. Lisa’s specific areas of expertise include new media and experiential marketing for service-based businesses. Passionate about her clients, cheering on the Wolfpack, live music, and rescuing animals, she is also the founder of Raleigh Food & Wine and Raleighwood Wifi. Lisa completed the NC State + SKEMA Business School MSc dual master’s degree program in Global Luxury Management in 2016, publishing a thesis, Location-Based Opportunities for Brand Marketing With Emphasis on Application Within Luxury Industries.

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