Prova Spirits Debuted Saint Dolly Spritz Cocktail
The Louisville distillery introduced a new cocktail and small bites menu to honor the late singer.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Cocktails
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On September 1, 2026, Prova Spirits in Louisville launched the Saint Dolly Spritz in honor of the late Dolly Parton. The drink features in-house elderflower liqueur, prosecco, and fresh mint.
Why it matters
The cocktail serves as a tribute to Dolly Parton, who died on August 25, 2026, while supporting conservation efforts through a partnership with the Bluegrass Land Conservancy. Each purchase contributes directly to the organization.
The Saint Dolly Spritz joins a new food menu of nine small bites ranging from $2 to $5. This menu replaces the previous offering of Chicago-style thin crust pizzas at the East Liberty Street nano distillery.
The players
Prova Spirits
This nano distillery is located at 917 E Liberty St in Louisville and opened in August 2025.
Bluegrass Land Conservancy
This organization works to protect land in Kentucky and receives a portion of proceeds from the new cocktail.
Dolly Parton
She was a renowned singer and songwriter whose legacy is honored by the new drink at Prova Spirits.
The details
The distillery team at the 917 E Liberty St location crafts the signature elderflower liqueur using locally-sourced ingredients. The new food menu provides smaller portions compared to the previous pizza-focused offerings.
Timeline
Prova Spirits opened in August 2025.
Dolly Parton died on August 25, 2026.
The Saint Dolly Spritz debuted on September 1, 2026.
The new food menu launched in September 2026.
Dolly Day celebrations occurred on September 25, 2026.
Culture Shift
The transition from standard pizza offerings to a curated selection of small bites reflects a growing preference for artisanal experiences in craft beverage spaces. This move aligns with a broader societal push toward supporting local land conservation through community-focused business partnerships.
Patrons can now purchase nine different small bite items priced between $2 and $5, replacing the distillery's former pizza menu. Customers also contribute $1 to the Bluegrass Land Conservancy with every order of the Saint Dolly Spritz.
The takeaway
The addition of affordable small bites and a charitable cocktail demonstrates how local businesses are adapting to shifting consumer demands for curated, mission-driven dining. Visitors can continue to support regional land conservation while sampling new seasonal offerings at the distillery.
Further reading
For more on the local drink scene, visit the Louisville Cocktails section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Courier-Journal.
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