The Winter Olympics officially begin Feb. 7 and while Sochi, Russia, may be nearly 6,000 miles from East Tennessee, we will still celebrate at home toasting feats of our amazing athletes. Tap into your internal highlight reel and think about all the historic Winter Olympic moments. Remember the U.S. hockey team winning the gold medal in 1980 after defeating Canada … Read More
Super Bowl XLVIII: A beverage for every fan
Super Bowl Sunday means snacks, cold brews, inspired commercials, the halftime show and, of course, the excitement of the game itself, as the NFL’s showcase event always delivers a good time. So, whether you’re hosting a party, joining a friend’s shindig or settling in at your favorite sports bar for the game, we have a few suggestions for game day … Read More
Happy Beer Can Appreciation Day!
Need a reason to celebrate January 24th? Well, here it is! On this day in 1935, the first beer can was introduced to the market. So, sip a Sam Adams Boston Lager, now available in cans – or any of your favorite canned brews – and enjoy the history of a beer drinker’s milestone. Thanks to the Gottfried Krueger Brewing … Read More
Embrace the chill with winter-ready brews
Snowfall, ice, wind chills of negative degrees and the polar vortex made the start of 2014’s winter season a force to be reckoned with for anyone venturing outside — including here in the crisp zero degree weather across East Tennessee. Once safe and snug at home, after braving the arctic chill throughout the day, we at Cherokee Distributing Company found … Read More
Cheers to our 56th anniversary
Fifty-six years ago today, George W. Sampson founded Cherokee Distributing Company with four trucks, seven employees and a commitment to excellent service. It has been a joy to watch Cherokee Distributing evolve over the decades. It is even better to see that in addition to our growth, Cherokee has remained passionate about providing outstanding customer service. We began with a … Read More
Happy New Year from Cherokee Distributing!
We’ve bid adieu to 2013 but let’s look back at what was popular and peek ahead to what’s brewing in 2014. It is our job to keep up with beverage trends and distribute the goods. From flavorful shandies to inventive brews labeled with flying canines, our suppliers send us the best of the best, allowing us to stay on top … Read More
Bowl them over with the perfect football party
It’s bowl season. And, by that, we mean football. And, by that, we mean fun. We are big fans of football at Cherokee Distributing Company – it is truly an East Tennessee tradition – and we enjoy get-togethers of friends and family, whether it’s at your home or favorite pub, to share some brews and pull for your team.
Serve up seasonal brews at holiday parties
The month of December means a calendar full of holiday parties, and that’s one reason we love this time of the year at Cherokee Distributing Company. Gatherings of family, friends and coworkers are the perfect opportunity to catch up, reconnect, have fun and try some festive brews. Many of our favorite breweries offer seasonal beers and ciders that capture the … Read More
Redd’s Apple Ale Stew
Baby it’s cold outside so warm up with a delicious twist on stew. This recipe was sent to us by one of our loyal consumers. Redd’s Apple Ale Stew is a one pot comfort meal full of winter-lious flavors and aromas to warm up your nose. Let us know how you like it! Redd’s Apple Ale Stew 2 … Read More
Happy Repeal Day!
With Thanksgiving behind us and Christmas just three weeks away, everyone is celebrating their favorite holidays this season. Who wouldn’t welcome another excuse to enjoy festivities with friends and family? Well, today is the perfect occasion: It’s the 80th anniversary of Repeal Day! Repeal Day celebrates the Dec. 5, 1933, repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment and an end to 13 … Read More