Grove City Brewing Co. & Plum Run Winery Takes Home Top Honors with Award-Winning Brewtail
When you can’t decide between a craft cocktail, a local craft beer, or dessert, why choose?
Meet Split Decision, the newest award-winning cocktail at Grove City Brewing Co. & Plum Run Winery. This one-of-a-kind brewtail recently earned 1st Place at the 2026 Noble Cut Distillery Brewtails Competition, where bartenders from across Central Ohio competed to create innovative cocktails featuring Noble Cut spirits and local craft beer.
The crowd agreed – Split Decision delivered the perfect balance of creativity, flavor, and drinkability.
What Is a Brewtail?
A brewtail is exactly what it sounds like – a handcrafted cocktail that incorporates beer as one of its featured ingredients.
Split Decision brings together rich dessert flavors, smooth vodka, and the malty character of our own Bearded Aviator Irish Red Ale into a cocktail that’s unlike anything else on our menu.
It’s creamy without being heavy, sweet without being overpowering, and finishes incredibly smooth.
What’s in the Split Decision?
Every ingredient was carefully selected to create layers of flavor.
Ingredients
- Banana Infused Vohio Vodka
- Grove City Brewing Co.’s Bearded Aviator Irish Red Ale
- House-made Cherry Simple Syrup
- House-made Vanilla Simple Syrup
- Fresh Banana Cold Foam
- Garnished with a Banana Chip and Waffle Cone
The result is a nostalgic cocktail that reminds many guests of banana cream pie, banana pudding, or a banana split – while still drinking like a beautifully balanced craft cocktail.
Why It’s Called “Split Decision”
Some nights call for a cocktail.
Some nights call for a craft beer.
And sometimes dessert sounds even better.
Split Decision was created for exactly those moments.
It’s the drink for people who can’t decide – because it delivers all three experiences in one unforgettable glass.
An Award-Winning Cocktail Worth Trying
Winning the Noble Cut Distillery Brewtails Competition is an incredible honor and a testament to the creativity of our bar team.
We’re proud to showcase local Ohio ingredients while highlighting the craftsmanship behind every cocktail we serve.
Whether you’re a spirit enthusiast, a craft beer lover, or someone looking for your next favorite dessert cocktail, Split Decision is a must-try.
Available Now
Split Decision is available now for $13 at:
Grove City Brewing Co. & Plum Run Winery
3946 Broadway
Grove City, Ohio
Come taste the cocktail that earned First Place and discover why the crowd couldn’t make any other decision.
One sip and you’ll understand why it’s called Split Decision.