One of my absolute favorite distilleries! The rum is amazing! All of their rums can be enjoyed neat…read moreespecially if you are a rum girl like me. Their silver rum is great alone or as a mixer! The spiced rum is also great and goes perfect with any spiced cocktail. Their aged rum is especially awesome on it's own but if you want to make an old fashioned it is a perfect substitute for whiskey. Another reason to love this distillery is the owner Eric is awesome! He is full of energy, so friendly and welcoming and passionate about what he does. They also always have something fun going on at the distillery! They do trivia nights, live music and parties for things like Halloween and Valentines. If I lived closer I would be there most weekends for the live music and great cocktails! The Rumrita, Claytona Beach, Old Fashioned, Painkiller and Mai Tai are all fantastic!

It's a really nice atmosphere and the customer service is great. The rum is decent. I feel like…read morethis place is missing something though. It has all the qualities to make for the sort of place that SHOULD be packed on Fridays and Saturdays with people playing ping-pong or another of the many, many games they have available to them. Their drink prices can be a little steep, so that could be why it's not more of a mainstay in terms of local nightlife. The prices aren't crazy expensive, but for 4 people you're looking at spending $50 - $60 which I don't think the people looking for a brewery or distillery vibe with games to chill over are willing to spend. My one gripe is a petty, silly, very small gripe. It's that, as a Puerto Rican, coquito is a drink that is meant to be gifted around the holidays to those we respect, love, and admire. It's also meant to be made with Puerto Rican rum. Having it on their menu is, frankly, cultural appropriation, particularly when the rum used is made from sugar from India and not Puerto Rico. It's not like the Pina Colada, which we invented but EVERYONE makes worldwide. Coquito has deeper meanings and roots on the island that are missed in a situation like this. I know no one's going to take me seriously for that one complaint, and I get it. It's just a personal thing. OUTSIDE OF THAT... The owners are SO FREAKING NICE. Every time we go, they're there, willing to chat, so open about sharing their experiences, so dang friendly. Every single time one of our friends visits from out of town, we bring them here after dinner. I love that we moved to a town that has this.

Best cocktails ever !!! I will be back!! Wish we had this in Mebane :) The manhattan was perfectread more

Came here for lunch on a Sunday. Did a flight and had some lunch. The staff were nice. Not many…read morepeople in there. Nice location and nice bar. Plenty of seating. The apple flavor whiskey was not good. Too syrupy and the peach flavor is insanely sweet; may be good in a mixed drink. The sweet potato was good. I could sip that easily. For food I had deviled eggs and brisket nachos. The deviled eggs weren't that good. The nachos tasted good and a nice portion. Though it's not bad, it also wasn't good. Glad I tried it off my list, but won't be back.

What a lovely surprise to find this gem tucked away in downtown Durham! I had heard great things…read moreabout their espresso martini, so when we finally visited, we had to try it. And, it truly lived up to the hype. One of the best we've ever had! I also tried two other cocktails made with their house-distilled rum and gin, and both were delicious and perfectly balanced. The seasonal menu is creative and reasonably priced, we were genuinely impressed. The ambiance is charming and cozy despite a bit warm inside (the AC was pretty weak), but quiet and tastefully decorated with velvet couches, exposed walls, vintage touches, and fresh flowers on each table. We had fun flipping through their amazing cocktail book collection on the shelf too. The bartenders were very friendly and offered us focaccia from Ninth Street Bakery to pair with our drinks for free, which was such a thoughtful and tasty addition. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience and are so happy to see a micro-distillery thriving in the heart of Durham. Can't wait to return for an official tour and to sample more of their spirits!

Really fun cocktail bar- that specializes in rums! First impression- I called ahead to see if our…read moredog was allowed to sit on the outside patio, and they told me not only is she allowed, but we aren't allowed to come without her. That response will get a smile every time. Super dog-friendly, to say the least, both outside and inside. Outside has several tables under a covered area, and inside has a few couches (with tiny tables) and a long bar you can sit at. We've been a few times now, and the service is super friendly and helpful, every time. It's small and intimate inside, but we never have a problem finding a seat! I love that they have snacks you can help yourself to, in airtight jars at the bar (peanut butter filled pretzels, sour worms, etc). Also important to note- the inside is NOT air conditioned. We stopped in on a HOT day, and it's brutal inside, with cloth couches and just one small fan. Love this bar, all of their cocktails (wine available too), and all of the staff! Will be back (a lot)!!

Amazing soon to be opened spot. What a beautiful location in a prime King St. Spot. The place is…read morefull of wood, copper and barrels everywhere.

It was an easy access with our RV and the area spacious enough for parking. Communication and…read moreinstructions were nice and easy to follow. We had a nice one night stay and the goats... are TOO cute!! OMG... We did make a purchase of a bottle of gin. We were unable to do a tasting as they had a big party in there but that was ok. We bought it and had it later with a gin and tonic.

They've really expanded their grounds and really tastefully. Ample parking and repurposeing the…read morebarrels and ends of them really adds nicely to the theme. We don't imbibe, but really enjoy coming over when the raptor event happens and to support the wildlife center that cares for them. To be able to see birds of prey up close and personal is quite an experience, not to mention we learn more each time. Thank you, Mystic for hosting such a great event!!

Great find!! With just moving in the area is always good to find great spots for some good…read moreBourbon!! We came here with some friends and enjoyed the history plus being part of the first ones on tasting the 1st batch of in house bourbon. Very friendly and professional staff and easy going. We came here almost at closing time and they allowed us to do the tour and also the tasting. They have a bar where you can try in house cocktails (smoke old fashioned) need to come back and try it! Great store with some great options. Def coming back. Great atmosphere alot locals but also people from all over. Thank you guys!

The distillery is in a beautiful location near Rockfish Park by the water. Their building is very…read morequaint and their grounds are clean and inviting. We were given over the top service at both the tasting and the bar. We ordered The Lindsey that was made with their Caramel Green Apple Whiskey and Cinnamon Vodka as well as RumChata, caramel and cinnamon. It had great flavor and was not too sweet. We came here because they are affiliated with Harvest Host and we reserved to stay overnight in our RV. We were treated so nicely. We will definitely return in our future travels through this area.

It's the best. Owners are friendly and professional. The flavors of there moonshine are very good…read more There prices are also, good.

From the owner: Tar River Distillery, established in 2019, is a veteran-owned and operated distillery specializing…read morein handcrafted moonshine and spirits. Fully licensed and insured, Tar River offers a unique experience with engaging tours, tastings, and sample testing, allowing guests to explore the art of distillation up close. Whether you're a moonshine enthusiast or just curious about the craft, our expert team provides an immersive experience in our brewery-style facility. Visit us to discover quality spirits with a local touch--call today to plan your visit!

This was my 2nd time coming in and it did not disappoint. I am obsessed with the banana drink. It…read morecomes with a caramelized banana, sugared rim, and delicious cocktail! The atmosphere is so relaxed and our bartender was phenomenal! The people, vibe and drinks are incredible.

My wife, father-in-law, and I visited Olde Raleigh Distillery on Friday, July 10th. It my wife and…read moreI's second time visiting and the first time for my father-in-law. We were immediately greeted by Kristy who provided top notch service. Kristy said we came in after a large group of people left and apologized for us waiting while she wiped down the bar and cleaned up. None of us were bothered by that and I didn't even think there was a wait. Kristy was very personable and the cocktails we had were delicious.