Dierks Bentley: The Real Reason He Quit Drinking
Dierks Bentley stopped drinking for two years and it’s not for the reasons you might think. The country star was inspired by a memory of his late father.
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While it started as a one-year challenge for himself, he decided to keep going in order to “have this experience with my dad.” Bentley revealed to People that his father had quit drinking in his 60s. When Dierks found out that his father had gone dry for two years, he was ready to take on the challenge.
In his interview with People, Bentley says it “was a chance to reevaluate routines that he had come to take for granted,” such as his cocktail parties out on the road when touring.
During the pandemic, Bentley discovered his now partners Joshua Ellis and Bradley Ryan of WithCo, a non-alcoholic cocktial company. They started the Nashville-based company in 2016. Now, the 47-year-old is bringing the non-alcoholic cocktail mixes to the attention of his fans.
“Life is too short for a bad cocktail,” said Bentley. “When I first discovered WithCo during the pandemic, we kept it stocked at the house and then when we went back to work, I added it to my rider on the road too. We do a lot of entertaining, and I don’t want anyone to not enjoy their drink. WithCo totally takes the guesswork out of it.”
The Bentley Collection
The Bentley collection features nine signature blends, including Bouquet, Espresso Martini, Ellis Old Fashioned, Agave Margarita, Hey Girl, Bloody Mary, Ginger Mule, Honey Sour, and Paloma. According to the WithCo website, each cocktail is made of only fresh juices and real botanicals.
“We started WithCo with a dual purpose in mind,” shared co-founder Joshua Ellis in a press statement. “We were tired of mediocre cocktails packed with additives, concentrates and non-sense ingredients, so we set out to raise the bar. Secondly, we recognized that life is just better in good company. So we adopted the simple name “WithCo,’ short for ‘With Company.’ Our mission? To encourage people to gather around and build community, one cocktail at a time.”
If you’re interested in purchasing a bottle from the Dierks Bentley and WithCo collaboration, you can pick one up at Target, Sprouts, or visit withcococktails.com.
15 Cool Glasses and Barware for the Cocktail Lover
10-Piece Mixology Bartender Kit
Create impressive cocktails with this 10-piece bartender tool set. It all comes with a mahogany stand to keep things accessible and organized.
Cocktail Smoker Kit with Torch
Impress your friends with this cocktail smoker kit that includes a smoke infuser, a torch, a cleaning brush, filter and 4 different flavor wood smoker chips of apple, cherry, pecan, and oak. This not only works for cocktails, but you could also smoke food, such as beef, fish, turkey, cheese, vegetables, etc.
Skull Cocktail Glass
The perfect glass for a cocktail enthusiast! These set of 2 12oz glasses are shaped like skulls and are transparent.
Iron Deer Shaped Cocktail Glass & Holder
Well, this is the perfect cocktail glass and holder for the holidays! It is an iron deer-shaped holder with a set of 2 glasses.
Artisanal Hand Painted Martini Glasses
A fine martini is truly a piece of art and these stunning glasses are the perfect canvas to show off your bartending skills. With an ode to stunning stained glass windows, these hand painted glasses were individually made by artisan glassblowers.
Shot Glass Serving Set
Impress your bar friends with unique way to serve up shots. The shot glass holder tray includes 12 shot glasses and measures 10.8 L x 7.3 W x 2.3 H.
Octopus Cocktail Glass Set
I don’t know about you, but I’ve never seen glasses so unique! They are transparent so it will reflect the color of whatever cocktail you choose to make.
Globe Decanter with Violin Shaped Stand and Glasses
What a stunning whiskey set. It is a globe with a chiseled cube inside and 2 matching drinking glasses along with a dark brown violin-shaped stand with a beautiful small clock.
6 Shot Glass Dispenser
Line the shots up quickly for your friends with this shot glass drink dispenser. You can easily fill all 6 at once.
Set of 2 Vampire Cocktail Glasses
Super unique glasses! They are vampire-shaped with drinking tubes.
Mushroom Shaped Cocktail Glasses
These mushroom-shaped glasses are so amazing! These lightweight, transparent glass cup can be versatile for any drink like wine, water, cocktails, lemonade, juice, and more.
Heart Shaped Cocktail Glasses
How creative are these glasses! They are easy to hold with a heart shaped design.
Cactus Tequila Tray & Shot Glasses Set
Impress your guests for tacos and tequila night with this cactus shot glass set. It comes with a serving tray with six shot glasses, a lemon bowl, and a salt rimmer.
Personalized Wooden Whiskey Dispenser
Add some style to your barware with this whiskey dispenser! You can even have it personalized. 100% handmade of solid pine, it’s available the several sizes:
- One Bottle Stand: 10″ x 5.31″ x 10.62″
- Double Bottle Stand: 10″ x 12″ x 10.62″
- Triple Bottle Stand: 10″ x 17.51″ x 10.62″
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