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We parked in a parking lot and saw an open door to this building on our way to 8th Wonder Brewery. We walked in and saw the 8th Wonder logo. There were not a lot of people - maybe 5-6 people, so I asked the bartenders, "What is this place? I see you have liquor?" The bartender explained, "This is our new distillery. It's been open less than 25 hours!" Cool! What was not cool were the lack of mixers and pricing. The distillery only serves gin and vodka, which is fine, but they did not have any non-carbonated mixers or juices such as cranberry juice (Cape Cod), orange juice (screwdriver), etc. To me, these are basic essentials that go with vodka, so to not go to the Super K Mart down the street and stock up a little bit seems negligent to me. I asked if I could get a Robert Muler without the beer and still be charged the full price, and the bartender refused. I thought that was rude. It wasn't like I was asking for a discount on the cocktail with one less ingredient. And it wasn't like the place was busy as we were the only ones ordering at the bar. Heck, while making my friend a Robert Muler, the bartender realized afterwards he forgot to add the beer (ended up topping off instead of mixing in the cocktail shaker), so what's the difference if I had ordered without beer in the first place? Furthermore, it's $6.50 including tax for a mixed drink of vodka and Sprite. The size? It's like the sippy cup size for a child. You can pay about the same or less at Lucky's Pub down the street for quadruple the size easily. If you're going to serve sippy cup portions, you should have sippy cup prices. I think if you want just beer though, this is less crowded (for now) and better than their brewery. There is no token system here (due to a separate liquor license than the brewery), which means you are under no obligation to drink, for example, all 3 of your drinks if you don't ever plan on visiting again. A can of beer (4 options were available, no drafts) was still $5, but no token required. At the time, the distillery was not able to keep a credit card tab open, but perhaps that will change. The TVs hadn't been set up yet, but I am sure that will change. If you want food, you need to go to the food trucks at 8th Wonder Brewery so I don't know how that works if you want to leave your drinks for a short while and return with food. I guess you better be with people who will watch your drink and save your spot. Hopefully they will bring in non-alcoholic mixers!
Looking for local booze? 8th Wonder Distillery is known for making their own Vodka and Gin! Right in the heart of the upcoming East downtown action The Distillery has bartenders creating tasty and fun mixed drinks to compliment the craft of the Gin and Vodka. Feeling nostalgic? Look outside the window to view downtown or around the Distillery to see some of the seats which were once inside the Astrodome. Kid friendly with board games, TV set up for Netflix and main Tv to show the latest game playing. Not a mixed drink person, have a sample of the Vodka or Gin straight up. Or you can walk across the street to 8th Wonder brewer for great craft beers.
My first time visiting 8th wonder and I loved it! To know that we have a local distillery here in Houston and so close by is amazing. It's hard producing your own among a slew of other brands but they definitely hold their own. I tasted their vodka with added sprite and it was soooooo good! Great flavor, very smooth, and nice on the palate. Their drink specials are amazing and they come with snacks!! Inside is comfy and inviting. Won't be my last visit!!!
No shade but take the first reviewer's experience with a grain of salt! If you frequent the brewery then expect the same great experience, service, and high quality product. I really wanted to try the gin and vodka neat to experience the true flavor and I must say they were both really good. You can buy one of the glasses for $4 if you purchase a drink. For us healthy people you can order a drink with Topo Chico for only $6 They do offer specialty cocktails which my boyfriend said was tasty. As with any other business they are still in the process of getting established in their space and it takes patience to understand that and be supportive. The space is beautiful and I can't wait to see how they add more seating and artwork. I really hope they have plans to sell the vodka and gin in stores or bars because Tito's is about to get a run for their money!
Great staff and great drinks and vodka for sale!!! Such a unique spot with lots of natural light in the middle of Houston. Their drink selection is bomb! Also an awesome selection of infused vodkas.
Never had a chance to check out this place, but it definitely was a nice change of scenery. Walked on over from the brewery and was surprised to find a very laid-back, cozy, chilled setting over at their distillery. Will be coming back very soon again!! Have a mixed drink and enjoy the view of the pretty carousel from truck yard. Tip! If you buy the glass and token combo from the brewery you get a token that gets you a cool glass when you purchase any mixed drink. Loved that! It was a nice surprise. Stop by and enjoy the night life without the hustle and bustle. read more
3 years ago
This is a fantastic distillery and tasting room with top notch service. Do not park next door - cheaper parking can be found a few blocks away in the area. read more
3 years ago
We parked in a parking lot and saw an open door to this building on our way to 8th Wonder Brewery. We walked in and saw the 8th Wonder logo. There were not a lot of people - maybe 5-6 people, so I asked the bartenders, "What is this place? I see you have liquor?" The bartender explained, "This is our new distillery. It's been open less than 25 hours!" Cool! What was not cool were the lack of mixers and pricing. The distillery only serves gin and vodka, which is fine, but they did not have any non-carbonated mixers or juices such as cranberry juice (Cape Cod), orange juice (screwdriver), etc. To me, these are basic essentials that go with vodka, so to not go to the Super K Mart down the street and stock up a little bit seems negligent to me. I asked if I could get a Robert Muler without the beer and still be charged the full price, and the bartender refused. I thought that was rude. It wasn't like I was asking for a discount on the cocktail with one less ingredient. And it wasn't like the place was busy as we were the only ones ordering at the bar. Heck, while making my friend a Robert Muler, the bartender realized afterwards he forgot to add the beer (ended up topping off instead of mixing in the cocktail shaker), so what's the difference if I had ordered without beer in the first place? Furthermore, it's $6.50 including tax for a mixed drink of vodka and Sprite. The size? It's like the sippy cup size for a child. You can pay about the same or less at Lucky's Pub down the street for quadruple the size easily. If you're going to serve sippy cup portions, you should have sippy cup prices. I think if you want just beer though, this is less crowded (for now) and better than their brewery. There is no token system here (due to a separate liquor license than the brewery), which means you are under no obligation to drink, for example, all 3 of your drinks if you don't ever plan on visiting again. A can of beer (4 options were available, no drafts) was still $5, but no token required. At the time, the distillery was not able to keep a credit card tab open, but perhaps that will change. The TVs hadn't been set up yet, but I am sure that will change. If you want food, you need to go to the food trucks at 8th Wonder Brewery so I don't know how that works if you want to leave your drinks for a short while and return with food. I guess you better be with people who will watch your drink and save your spot. Hopefully they will bring in non-alcoholic mixers! read more
3 years ago
Really nice distillery. Their brewery is across the street. Delicious drinks available. Nice place to relax. Parking is expensive next door, but if you go a block away, it's much cheaper. read more
7 years ago
Looking for local booze? 8th Wonder Distillery is known for making their own Vodka and Gin! Right in the heart of the upcoming East downtown action The Distillery has bartenders creating tasty and fun mixed drinks to compliment the craft of the Gin and Vodka. Feeling nostalgic? Look outside the window to view downtown or around the Distillery to see some of the seats which were once inside the Astrodome. Kid friendly with board games, TV set up for Netflix and main Tv to show the latest game playing. Not a mixed drink person, have a sample of the Vodka or Gin straight up. Or you can walk across the street to 8th Wonder brewer for great craft beers. read more
6 years ago
My first time visiting 8th wonder and I loved it! To know that we have a local distillery here in Houston and so close by is amazing. It's hard producing your own among a slew of other brands but they definitely hold their own. I tasted their vodka with added sprite and it was soooooo good! Great flavor, very smooth, and nice on the palate. Their drink specials are amazing and they come with snacks!! Inside is comfy and inviting. Won't be my last visit!!! read more
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Bartender didn't know how to make drinks. I got a mule and my husband got something else. They looked identical and both tasted awful. Environment was good and laid back. read more
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No shade but take the first reviewer's experience with a grain of salt! If you frequent the brewery then expect the same great experience, service, and high quality product. I really wanted to try the gin and vodka neat to experience the true flavor and I must say they were both really good. You can buy one of the glasses for $4 if you purchase a drink. For us healthy people you can order a drink with Topo Chico for only $6 They do offer specialty cocktails which my boyfriend said was tasty. As with any other business they are still in the process of getting established in their space and it takes patience to understand that and be supportive. The space is beautiful and I can't wait to see how they add more seating and artwork. I really hope they have plans to sell the vodka and gin in stores or bars because Tito's is about to get a run for their money! read more
8 years ago
Great staff and great drinks and vodka for sale!!! Such a unique spot with lots of natural light in the middle of Houston. Their drink selection is bomb! Also an awesome selection of infused vodkas. read more
6 years ago
The lady behind the bar was very rude and short to begin with. The place was pretty much empty with no one up at the bar. Then when we ordered a drink, I was served this sad excuse for a drink. It's not even HALF a drink! She rushed us to order just to get on her phone right after we walked off. I don't recommend this place at all. Terrible service and terrible drinks read more
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