Very impressed with Hollow Creek distillery! We arrived not long after it opened and were welcomed…read morewith open arms. The tasting room is attractive and features an award wall that inspires confidence in sampling the distilled spirits. The staff are very friendly and generous with their pours. I was impressed with their product and we had a good time comparing the different releases. My friend snagged his free birthday vodka, and we got a tour of the production facility! A great day at the HCD! Go, you will like it a lot!

Who would've thought such a great distillery would be in the middle of no where South Carolina?…read moreThis place is situated right by the river on a beautiful piece of land overlooking the water. They've got picnic tables outside where it's great to just enjoy nature before heading inside. You're immediately greeted by some of the nicest folks around who seem genuinely happy you're there. Everyone was so nice, helpful, and happy. It seems like a real nice family run place. The tasting and tours are free and they are very knowledgable and helpful. When the woman doing our tasting didn't know the answers to some of my questions, she immediately got ahold of someone who did. Everything was good, but my favourites were there two bourbons. I love that you can buy barrel strength bottles of their whiskies, and i took several home!

My all-time favorite bar! I tell everyone that I come across about the bar, you would think I work…read moreor own it. Every gathering me and friends have downtown either START at 2nd City or END at 2nd City. The bar is the best kept secret in the CSRA. (All alcohol is made in house) There's ample seating (I normally opt for the sofas), it's never too loud, the drinks are some of the best you'd get, the bartenders are top notch, and sometimes there's a beautiful friendly dog there. Every month they have a new batch of cocktails that you can try, but I'm not much of a fruity girl. The menu has a wide selection to choose from at a great price. Majority of the time, I have a salted caramel old fashion that comes with a piece of chocolate, it's smooth and delicious! Since being introduced to this business by Yelp, it's one that I continuously frequent!

This is a hidden gem by the Riverwalk and a great place to hang out and enjoy some amazing drinks!…read moreI've heard of this place for years and happened to be downtown so I had to finally check it out. What's cool is that all the liquor I from their distillery so the bartender can tell you all about it, a different experience than going to your everyday bar. **Just FYI they only have liquor and no beer, which was fine for us since that's all we were planning to have but if coming with beer folks be advised. ** Tons of seating for various group sizes, plus the couches made it feel like I was hanging out a a buddy's house. Also was nice that they played good music and not at an obnoxious level like most bards where you can't hold a conversation. The bartender was great, gave us info about the distillery and made one of the best old fashioned I have ever had. I will say that had I not know of this place I would have never come across it since it's off the Main Street, so I am thankful for word of mouth. I can't wait to come back and bring in folks that have yet to try it out!

While not a lot to look at, this place is a great pit stop. We happened to be passing by and…read moredecided to stop on. Venetia and her husband make all kinds of good stuff in here and there is an art studio too! They are both super talented and we all had the best conversation. They do taste tests so of course you should drop in to try before you buy. I don't know too many places like that!! Love them and their place!!

Another day, another distillery!! Again while driving back from vacation a well placed billboard…read moredirected us to take a slight detour and check out Palmetto distillery. So glad we did! We were greeted as soon as we walked in and directed to look around and call out with any questions. We naturally did a tasting and they offer 6 samples for $5. We tried our 6 and then the bartender let us try one other one as well! Relaxed atmosphere providing plenty of moonshine tasting options as well as cocktails. They did not have any food options when we there but plenty of local restaurants to grab a bite after drinking.....see next review for options

The service is wonderful. Great welcoming atmosphere…read more Staff knowledgeable and knows their product.

Owners were awesome. The bike ride was fun & we definitely got a good workout too . Overall I…read moreenjoyed myself and will be back to support. Be sure to check them out!

My experience at Bike Bike Baby was FANTASTIC!! Special shout out to the owners and their sister…read morePrincess. They helped this old gal dust the bike riding cobwebs off and I had a wonderful time! This was a great experience and I'm excited to go again. Hopefully I can convince a few friends the next time around. What to expect: They have loaner bikes but you are welcome to bring your own. You'll ride around downtown Augusta. Multiple breaks with fun games. We played music themed games, so brush up on your lyrical knowledge and 1-2 steps. Bites- This was a special event. Regular rides won't include a nice snack. Group Suggestions: Plan ahead and select a day and time to book. They only have a certain number allowed per ride. Solo Suggestions: Prepare to make new friends and memories.

We had the most fun at Soldier of the Sea than we've had at any other distillery and we've been to…read moremany! The building was an 1893 cotton warehouse still with the original roof so it may throw you off a bit. However, when you enter "The Hive", it's gorgeous and welcoming! We were there on a Friday night and were joined by the friendliest locals we've ever met! The bar was packed and we all had the opportunity to share stories and laughter until closing! The owners Mark & Jennifer are so open and inviting you can't help but settle in and feel comfortable! Cheyanne was our bartender and boy can she mix some fun and creative cocktails! From the New Fashioned to the Screaming Cicada, she has definitely mastered her craft! The whiskey and bourbon Mark is crafting is unique and delicious. With his wife's passion for everything bee's, the added honey influence is very pleasing to the palate! Whether passing through or a ways up the road, I highly recommend a visit to Soldier of the Sea, you won't be disappointed!

From the owner: Soldier of the Sea Distillery is a locally, veteran-owned business just outside of Athens, in the…read morecounty of Madison. The owners, Mark and Jennifer have made it their mission from the beginning to only buy from local and regional farmers. All other materials, such as bottles, etc. are 100% American-made. To date, they have named and dedicated two whiskies to the men and women who have served this country by sea and by land, Sea Duty and Sword and Saber. The third, for those who have served by air, will be released early next year. It has also been their goal to provide a space for folks to gather, meet their neighbors, and enjoy life. The Hive Pub, which is part of the distillery offers seasonal cocktails, mocktails, and an assortment of other beverages. The pub hosts a number of events from a monthly supper club that highlights the talents of local chefs, to music festivals and parties. Finally, their other passion lies in helping to provide habitat and food to those that help feed us, pollinators. Several of the whiskies use honey in the fermentation process which adds a floral essence to their whiskies. The pub is dog and family-friendly, and everyone is welcome.

We truly enjoyed this distillery. As a certified Rumellier, I favored the aged rums, especially the…read morecask strength. However, all the rums were special, and had very distinct flavor profiles, including the "Naked" (white) rum. Ernie, Peg, and Stephanie were so courteous, and such gracious hosts/owners. The distillery itself is really cool, and had such a great vibe. My wife and I can't wait to go back when we visit Clemson again! Dr. Villalona

Stopped by on vacation with friends and had an amazing time. Family owned and operated business…read more Very clean establishment. Wonderful quality of cocktails that a little crafted in such a unique way-WE LOVE THIS PLACE!

Tons of options to choose from when doing the tasting portion. We bought a lot bottles to go for…read morethe holidays. One hell of a distillery !

This place is great! Everyone there is so nice. They are very knowledgeable about their products…read moreand are always happy to answer any questions you might have. Their rums are super tasty but we really like the cream rums best. It is great in morning coffee! You can request a tour of the distillery and they will show you how everything is made and explain the whole process. They have tastings, cocktails and mocktails cocktails Go check it out! You won't be sorry.

Took our son for drinks and dinner and this place did not disappoint…read more We enjoyed the bourbon and gin based drinks and excellent food. Even with the band playing the upstairs tables allow for conversation. Check it out you will encounter the great ambiance and prompt efficient service.

Visited here in February 2026. First of all, the food here…read moreis great! I had a burger, which was perfectly done and juicy and not overwhelmed by the bun. It had a bacon jam which complemented the cheese, all while not detracting from the delicious beef. My table mate had the beef short ribs; tender, rich, and a good portion size. The potato salad side was tasty enough to make me wish for a larger scoop. Our two cocktails were top-shelf quality, although the Old Fashioned's cherry was an obliterated mush. The lacking star is due to the noise level once the live music kicked in. The inside seating is already a loud echo chamber of hard surfaces, but adding the near ear-splitting band out in the tent made all conversation impossible. I saw several tent tables clear out when the music started. I like live music, and the band was good. But half the decibels would have been more than enough. I think my ears are still ringing two days later. Service was good as our waitress barely kept up with the dinner crowd surge and a new and uncooperative POS system. Hopefully that will fall in line and give the staff a break! Looking forward to future offerings from their talented chef. Will definitely visit next time I'm in the area.