What fun! Chris was a great tour guide / very knowledgable. Learned a lot - didn't even know we have a distillery close by. The tasting was excellent and took home a self-bottled Malt Whiskey. If you have not been - you gotta go! read more

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I came with a friend for a tour of the distillery. The tour was informative and fun, and ended with a sampling of some of the whiskey. The staff members we interacted with were well-informed and friendly. It was really cook to see how the whiskey is fermented, distilled, aged, and bottled. This is a really cool place and I'll be recommending it to others! read more

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With Father's Day fast approaching i figure i better get the word out about this event hosted at Bendt Distillery. While scrambling for something to do last year i came across this event for BBQ & Bourbon. I love BBQ and i love some bourbon so sounds like a pretty good deal to me. Bendt is doing it again this year, so you still have a chance to attend! Ticket prices were pretty reasonable at $40pp or you can upgrade to a 'Dad' ticket for $75+, which gets you a take home bottle of bourbon and two tickets to a future tour at the distillery. The regular ticket price is still a great option, we got to enjoy some bourbon tastings. There was live music outside, it was extremely hot out there last year so dress cool for the occasion and be prepared to sweat. Limited shade was available for seating. Along with the live music, bbq and bourbon, there was also a caricature artist inside drawing up some fun artwork! Kent Rathbun Curbside BBQ was the featured food for this event and they did not disappoint! Mouth-watering brisket, smokey jalapeno & cheddar sausage, pulled pork. They had all the fixings you could need or think of. This was a fantastic event for fathers and adult children all around. It seems like a great place to go on the weekends and i am looking forward to coming back for the tour. read more

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Make sure to go to their sit down location and enjoy the great atmosphere and experience.

The tour guide was wonderful! Very knowledgeable and answered questions well. The tasting was amazing. We got to taste 4 different samplings plus whiskey cake. A cake came home with us. read more

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I visited Bendt distillery for the first time on a Saturday evening for date night. It was a wonderful experience and the customer service was 10/10. We popped in right at happy hour time (M-sat 7-10pm). All the hh drinks are $5-$6; regular drink are about $15. We tried the bourbon cream, old fashion spritz, Bendt maple and Bendt mule. All were exceptional cocktails and I was pleasantly surprised at the creativity and presentation. They have a great patio and lots of seating inside and outside. I highly recommend checking out Bendt. I'm going to book a tour the next I go and try some of the fresh food menu items. read more

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I came here at 12pm to enjoy some whiskey. I barely have any ideas about whiskey, so i started with tasting. Bartenders' explanation was very helpful for me to understand whiskey, and those are very good. I would highly recommend to try the whiskey tasting. I also ordered proscuitto&brie sandwich, and the flavor was somewhat different from my expectation, in a super good way. So tasty! My friend's favorite was Bourbon cream. I think it tastes very similar with baileys or kahlua to me anyway. The owner(i assume) was very friendly, and baretenders were super nice too. (And soooo pretty *cough*cough*) One of the bartenders with glasses kinda describe the life in Texas for us so it was quite informative to me too. I wish i can visit here next time again! read more

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Very chill place with a short but good history. The tour gives you some insight on their process and some good info from the distilling world. You end the tough with a tasting where the old fashioned bourbon was great and is already infused with orange bitters. The bar tenders created pretty amazing drinks. Definitely a place to check out. read more

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We went to Bendt for a group date and we had the what time. The drinks were top notch and the experience was fantastic. I had their mojito and it was one of the BEST drinks I have had in a long time and now I crave them. My husband really enjoyed the whiskey tour and pouring his own bottle. We will recommend this place and the experience to all of our friends. read more

BENDT Distilling - Filling our own bottle to take home! - Distilleries Near Me - Lewisville, Texas

Bendt Distillery in Lewisville used to be known as Witherspoon Distillery when I visited it several years ago. It was the first distillery I've visited outside of Kentucky to produce bourbon whiskey. Fun fact- although mostly known as a spirit famously produced in Kentucky, United States Code does allow bourbon whiskey to produced in all other US states and territories- provided they adhere to all other requirements. There still are distillery tours and samples, a store, and a large bar area. When a high school buddy & I decided to stop by for a night cap, we decided to sit outside on the patio. Bendt's patio is huge, as big as the bar & store put together. They have picnic benches and the night we stopped by, solo live entertainment by Ashton Edminster. As we were winding down the night after a huge barbeque dinner, I got an Irish Coffee with Bendt Bourbon Irish Cream. It was a cool Dallas night (about a week after 100+ degree F daytime highs), so the warmth of the Irish Coffee was quite comforting! It was great to finish catching up with my high school buddy in such pleasant circumstances. A special shoutout to the singer, Ashton. When I went to tip her, It was weird at first to see her Venmo barcode, but of course- the newer generations would rather send her money instead of giving. All in all, a good time was had by all. As I usually make Lewisville my homebase during a Dallas visit, I'll definitely return to Bendt's, especially to try their Happy Hour (Mon-Sat 7 pm to close) or Sunday Specials (available all day Sun)! Repeat and recommend! read more

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I can't wait to go back!! I came here with a friend because she wanted to buy something specific, it was supposed to be a quick stop. When we first got there, a group was starting a tour, and everyone had a drink (good sign). The tour guide told us to go ahead and walk in and pointed us to the right. When we walked in, the space is broken into two sections a store and a bar. It is spacious and cozy at the same time. We first stopped in the store area where we looked at their cool merch and Rick educated us on all their liquor options. Then we went to the bar where the bartenders were just as nice and attentive as Rick. They gave us recommendations based on our drink taste and told us about the bands every Friday and Saturday. We stayed for about an hour and I can't wait to come back to drink my blackberry margarita and listen to live music. read more

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So I came back with some friends for the rum cake. Unfortunately they don't have rum cake anymore but they do have whiskey cake and today they were running a deal, which was right up my alley. So we walked in and they were in the middle of a tour however they welcomed us in and were extremely friendly. We met Rick, who was informative as well as friendly. We tasted a little bit of everything and he let us know that they were running a cake and cream special. We tasted the cream and it was delicious! It's something you can put in coffee, ice cream, chilled . . . There is so many options. They serve food as well but as our time was limited we decided to have a drink and keep it moving. The old fashion was delicious, the blackberry margarita was SPICY! They make a cream soda in house that is great by itself but when mixed with the old fashion whiskey it's even better. The distillery has an outside patio as well as seating inside making it a spot that you can come and hang out with friends. They do have live music as well as a happy hour so it's worth checking out! read more

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Very surprised in the best way. We went in October for a girls night, and it was decorated so spooktastic! Candelabras EVERYWHERE! Cobwebs were the best I've seen. They should teach a class on how to put those up. It was dim and cozy and the drinks were great... lots of seasonal options and whiskey flights. Multiple seating options too... from barstools to leather chairs and sofas. We went on a Monday so food options were limited, but we had some dips and a charcuterie board. If you have a hearty appetite, wait for the weekend menu. If you're good with small plates, it's perfect for that! read more

Decided to drop in for a try...ended up finding a gem! Ordered a bourbon flight and ended up ordering another! Got their board and some hummus...we were blown away! Everything was fresh and delicious! We are putting this on repeat!! read more

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I was so excited to learn that there was a whiskey distillery literally around the corner from me. Of course, I had to check it out with a friend. As we walked to the bar and patio, there was cute signage throughout. There is a spacious patio area with picnic tables and entertainment (a singer) was setting up. We ordered the Bendt-mapple and the seasonal rotator which is basically a coriander old fashioned. I liked the latter best. We also ordered the Texas Board spread which consisted of a buttery one, red pepper hummus, and spinach artichoke dip. Out of the 3, I really enjoyed the Spinach and artichoke dip! It had a nice little kick to it and was just delish. We got through drinks pretty quickly so ordered another round before leaving. I got the Texas peach old fashioned and my friend got an old fashioned spritzer. I also tried a taste of the Bendt No 5. It's ok but I didn't really feel there's this distinct taste for me that would make me want a bottle. I will go back though because I really like the vibe and the potential for kicking back and having a good time with either a date or friends. Also, they have a whiskey cake that I want to try. read more

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Came for a cocktail making class and we loved it! The light bites were delish! All made in house spreads and don't get me started on the whiskey cake Staff was friendly and the time was nice a relaxed. When you arrive you can enjoy a drink and snacks or even a little shopping. Then off to make the first cocktail complete with the recipe to take. After the first cocktail more relaxing and snacking in the lounge. Met a few new friends too!! Then time for the second cocktail and then any purchases you might want to make with a 20% discount! Loved the outdoor patio and can't wait to go back 4-7 Friday and Saturday I think for a great Happy Hour too (it may have been 7-10 my bad I didn't get a pic of the times) read more

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TLDR: Fantastic whiskies, great venue, and even better customer service. You need to check this place out and ask for Raleigh Hughes - dude knows his stuff and will treat you right! Visited Bendt while in Texas for a wedding - had recently seen a YouTube short comparing their BiB 100 proof bourbon against the uncut barrel strength version at a whopping 142 proof... as a huge fan of high-proof juice, I knew I had to check in. I emailed the shop asking if they had any of this hazmat sauce left, and to my pleasant surprise, received a prompt response indicating they did indeed have the nectar, plus some additional offerings I would be interested in. Exchanged numbers with Raleigh Hughes and set a time to swing by. I was blown away by the experience at Bendt - Raleigh personally introduced me to the staff, toured me around the facility, and sat with me and my family sampling all of the "straight from the barrel" offerings for the better part of a Tuesday afternoon. The quality to price ratio is simply unmatched - I am new to Texas whiskey, and did not have high expectations given the unfounded snobbery that had evidently clouded my perceptions. Boy, was I wrong - the rye, malt, straight bourbon, and wheater are all absolute knockouts. The color alone signaled I was in for a treat - the nose was far more complex than I expected, and the finish was like a frieght train carrying all the best cargo. Is it Coy Hill? It's honestly not far off - the flavor profiles, accessibility, and experience of hand-filling my own bottles have rendered my obsessive hunts obsolete. Seriously, this is some of the best whisky I've ever experienced, and I've been in the game for a minute. Stop reading and get over to Bendt for the SFTB experience - better yet, forget you've read this and save some for me! Raleigh - many thanks for the hospitality and for blessing the East Coast with some amazing bottles. Can't wait to link up again. read more

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Fun little birthday present for my husband. Distillery tasting and tour! I like learning about Whiskey. We were gifted a tour from my in-laws. It was a great gift! We grabbed cocktails, and toured with a gentleman with white hair. He is super knowledgeable about whiskey and other spirits. I honestly loved learning about all the science behind spirits since I love to drink them. The apple smash was my favorite cocktail of the night. I will definitely go again. They also serve whiskey cake! read more

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My beverage, Strawberry Coconut Mojito, was so sweet and so coconuty (I know its not a word, do not come for me!) ... just no. Pizza was adequate but not great, mediocre at best. Staff was nice. Will try again probably as it is convenient stop for us. But there are lot better places around. read more

We discovered this place online and decided to check it out for afternoon drinks. Our waiter was super helpful and notified us about the spotty service in the distillery and gave us the WiFi info to get connected so that was really sweet. I really like the atmosphere of the distillery, lots of dark woods and pieces of furniture made from repurposed whiskey barrels. They have lounge areas where you can hang out with friends with couches and comfy chairs or you could sit at bar height tables and they also have a really nice outdoor seating area for whenever the weather is agreeable. I also enjoyed browsing through their merch and looking at the various selection of liquors that they sell at their on-site shop. My husband had a flight that consisted of various different drinks such as whiskey, a spiced rum, some bourbon and a premixed old-fashioned. The whiskey was his favorite so he ordered another on the next round. I tried their vent maple and really enjoyed it but my favorite cocktail was the Hemingway at our servers recommendation. It has ruby red grapefruit, lime and It was the perfect balance of sweet and tanginess that paired well with the rum in the drink. My only constructive criticism would be to use people's real names instead of "celebrity names" for their orders as it can be confusing when ringing up a ticket on a wrong card if people have similar names. We really enjoyed our visit and look forward to returning with friends and hanging out, the environment is fun and laid-back while still feeling a little more sophisticated. The staff was sweet and helpful and really knowledgeable of the drink menu. read more

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I have big regrets for not coming in sooner, especially with how close Bendt is to me! Bendt makes high quality whiskey, and this is coming from someone who isn't a huge whiskey fan. They have a great selection of whiskey cocktails. I personally have gotten the Bendt mule and the Mapple, and both were super delicious. They have happy hour everyday that they're open (Monday-Saturday) from 7 pm to close. Drinks range anywhere from $5-$6 so it's a really good deal. Highly recommend checking out Bendt! read more

BENDT Distilling - Bendt mule - Distilleries Near Me - Lewisville, Texas

Absolutely loved the decor here. Barkeep was very informative and made ad hoc drinks of our choice. The spirits are very good and priced reasonably. read more

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Love this spot! It is such a great local cocktail and hangout place. Bendt makes all their liquor in house, and they are really keen on sourcing the best ingredients. In the summer, their patio is a relaxing spot to hang out. Prices are super reasonable for craft cocktails and the service is great. This space would be good for groups as well. We needed to buy over 100 mini shots for our wedding gift bags, and they were so accommodating and got me in and out in under 10 minutes. It's such a local gem. We bought some of their Bourbon Cream which is just like Baileys (but better obviously), and you get to support a local business. They have more than just whiskey, they also serve agave (Texas made tequila) rum and gin read more

BENDT Distilling - Distilleries Near Me - Lewisville, Texas

This place has the best Moscow mules around so it's unfortunate that I have to leave this place a 2 star review. We came on a busy Friday night and sat at the bar. We ordered one drink each and then waited for 25 mins while a number of staff members passed us by without asking if we needed anything. I'll note that the bar wasn't full at all. We ultimately tabbed out and left. I'd suggest going here midday or on a weekday because the service on a busy night is subpar. read more

Amazing place and people!!! Did the valentines tour and it was so fun! Love how the owners are involved in the tour and actually talk to customers! The drinks and food were so tasty!! Definitely a must try!! read more

This place is GREAT! Spent a Bendt evening here with friends last night, had a great time. Their No 5 blended whiskey is very smooth and drinkable, the single barrel was f.i.n.e. The tequila was so sippin-smooth, and the cream bourbon was frighteningly good! Nice selection of small plates, cheese boards, sweet eats and the best spicy pickled cukes n carrots we've had in years. Cool acoustic country guitar player and singer-guy performing made it just about as good as it gets. Comfortable leather couches and over-stuffed chairs, a couple beautiful big wood bars and stools, they got it going on here! read more

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Staff not interested in working on Fridays during open hours. Went & there and sat at the bar with another guy that had been wanting for 15 minutes. Staff walking around but not seeing customers read more

Bendt is the place to be! Amazing cocktails and drinks. The staff is always very friendly and attentive. Love the live music on Fridays and Saturdays. And I recently discovered the Bendt merchandise. I love the Bendt sunglasses. I bought a navy blue pair and mom ended up stealing them from me, she loved them also. So I went back and got us both a pair in navy blue and brown. Also they have Bendt t-shirts, stickers, etc. Definitely check them out!! read more

BENDT Distilling - Bendt is the place to be! Amazing cocktails and drinks. The staff is always very friendly and attentive. Love the live music on Fridays and - Distilleries Near Me - Lewisville, Texas

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Awesome spot that makes good whiskey. Food is good. The tour was pretty dope and everyone that works there is nice, that I've met and talked to. read more

I had an amazing time at Bendt Distilling. We first took a tour of the facility and learned how eco-friendly and intentional to the environment they have been making Spirits. The space is incredibly big and yet has an intimate vibe as the sun goes down. We finished the tour and did a little bit of tasting their line of products. I enjoyed a couple of Old Fashion's myself, and my friends indulged in a bevy of cocktails. Bendt doesn't disappoint with food nibbles either. They have a couple of charcuterie board choices that can hold off 2-4 peoples hunger. Then we settled back and talked as well as listened to some live music. It was a truly nice and enjoyable evening for all. Lewisville has a treasure and I can't wait to go back! read more

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Absolutely love everything about this place. Great atmosphere and ambiance, and the bourbons Check it out on the weekends when they do the whiskey bacon flights - amazing! read more

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Witherspoon Distillery might have been one of the coolest places I visited in 2017. I went with a group of friends and participated in the distillery tour. First, the cost of the tour is stupid cheap -- $10. Second, grab a drink at the bar and they allow you to sip on it while participating in the tour. I learned a lot about Whiskey during the tour. At the end, we were able to sample four of their offerings and tried a bite sized piece of rum cake. Even afterwards, the bartenders allowed us to taste selections that were not highlighted on the tour. The overall space is well laid out. They have a great bar area and an outside patio. Hubby and I enjoyed their whiskey so much that we purchased a bottle and plan to return in the near future. read more

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Came here on a whim! Had a baby sitter, and decided to stop in. The ambiance fantastic, the service was great, and the hummus was super tasty! Ended up having 2 mapples, and they were so so good! 10/10 recommend stopping in! I'll definitely be back. read more

BENDT Distilling - Mapple drink - Distilleries Near Me - Lewisville, Texas

Cool ambiance and good customer service. We went there for a flight of their whiskeys and we were not disappointed.

We went here Saturday for a couple of drinks. We didn't try any of the food items on the menu. I had a whiskey flight and my wife had cocktails. Our server did a great job and the couches were comfortable. They start your tab with "celebrity" names instead of just using your real name. Maybe using real names instead of the cute names would keep you from getting people's cards mixed up. We will definitely go back in the future. read more

BENDT Distilling - Distilleries Near Me - Lewisville, Texas

This place is incredible! Upon arrival we were greeting with a friendly hello and explanation of where to order, check in for tours, and seating options. The drink and food menu paired with the space create the perfect space to hangout with friends/family and enjoy a relaxing afternoon or evening. The bartenders were helpful and quick to wait on us. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and tasting experience, definitely worth the $10! Terry was an incredible guide with plenty of knowledge of the process. We found the Bendt no. 5 to be extremely delicious and unique (both of us are huge bourbon lovers and admired the smooth profile of this blend). If (and I would say make it a when) you go expect quality drinks, friendly staff, and a great vibe to help you relax. You really can tell how much the employees love their jobs and that adds so much to the experience! PS- definitely get the whiskey cake, it is beyond amazing. You will not regret it. read more

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Stumbled upon this place for pre-dinner cocktails and it's so cozy and adorable. There's a lovely outdoor seating area with live music, and the indoor bar is also adorable. This would be a great spot for a private holiday party or rehearsal dinner. We ordered the Big Texan and Cherry Vanilla Old Fashioned--both were complex in flavor and enjoyable drinks. With tip, we ended up spending $38 on two cocktails, which is a little steep, even by Dallas standards. Our favorite part of the experience was the staff. We chatted with the bartender Craig quite a bit, and he was so interesting and knowledgeable about the distillery business. Overall, this is an awesome spot to enjoy a freshly made cocktail on a weekend evening! read more

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Def would come here after work for a drink or 2. Had the strawberry old fashion..different but good. To keep the tab open, they don't use your real name - they'll use an actor/actresses' name. I was " Will Smith " tonight, lol. Live music as well, loved it! read more

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Really cool little distillery and bar tucked away in an adorable little downtown. We tried several cocktails hand crafted by our bartender and every one of them was made with fresh ingredients and their signature liquors. We absolutely loved the atmosphere, the bartender's personality, the charcuterie board we got, and the unique cocktails we got to try. We left with a bottle of whiskey and will absolutely return. Check this spot out!! read more

Just a great place, low-key, just jump out for a couple cocktails, no huge crowds, live music, laid back, seasonal cocktails read more

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