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Chicago Distilling Company

4.0 (114 reviews)
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Salena S.

Great happy hour specials and they have a few unique flavors of whiskey to try here. They have tastings which is great to explore the flavors. There are pay to parks available right in front, we didn't have any issue finding a spot (it was a Friday afternoon) but I feel we got lucky. There is also the blue lines too right down the street. The staff here were friendly and talkative on the product. It was a chill spot and glad we checked it out. They have tours here as well, which is always fun for a local or for entertaining out of town guests.

You can buy their vodka & white whiskey
Sarah S.

Chicago Distilling Company just opened this week and the word is already out! My friend and I went around 430 on Saturday for some drinks and it was pretty full with a spattering of open seats at the bar. I walked past again around 11pm and it was completely packed full to the brim! Currently they have just 4 cocktail options, 2 using Ceres vodka and 2 using Shorty's white whiskey. All drinks were $8. I tried my friend's Old Fashioned and it was solid, plus had a Collins for myself. Absolutely loved the Collins! The scruffed up bartender was very nice and had his hands full serving up drinks left & right. They currently don't serve food and he said they are still trying to decide if they want to go the BYOfood route, have some of their own snacks or how they want to approach it however they don't have any sort of kitchen. Ambiance is pretty awesome. It's super chill and pretty cool being able to see straight into the distillery in the back. The space is big & open, I really liked the layout. Aside from many seats at the bar, they have large communal tables throughout. I asked about their tours and was told they're booked up for the next few weeks, but they can be booked on their website. The info checks out...I just booked my own tour for next month! Cost is $10 and includes tastings. Chicago Distilling Company is a fabulous addition to all that's coming onto Milwaukee Avenue in Logan Square. Their current offerings are great and I'm really looking forward to what they have in store and coming back often.

Casks of spirits waiting their time.
Augie R.

This is a terrific little tasting room/bar and distilling operation. For $10, you can take a very informative tour of the small operation. Jay really knew his stuff, and it was fascinating to learn about all the care that goes into making unique gin, vodka, single-malt whiskey, bourbon, rye and other spirits. The distillery is pretty tiny--just one room--but you get to learn quite a bit about the distilling process and taste a number of products. The front room is the tasting room, and it offers a variety of tasty drinks. Our group enjoyed the Mule, Sidecar, Old Fashioned and Gimlet. The room is spacious and with the large garage doors open, it's a great place to hang with friends and watch the Logan Square crowds on Milwaukee Ave. We were glad we visited and have become fans of the Chicago Distilling products.

Cocktails
James D.

My girlfriend and I came in here on 10/25/2018 and had a couple of drinks. I wanted to come here for some time based on some yelp reviews and she had come here once before (loved it). We had a blast and would definitely come back. Like a lot of bars in the area, there is a very cool/hip vibe you get from this place. The bar is very spacious and there is ample seating all through out the bar. There is a distillery on sight which rocks and at night the bar lights it up so you can see it. Bartenders are very friendly and knowledgeable. The cocktails here ROCK!!!!! They are homemade, handcrafted and the price is spot on. I got an old fashioned and was very impressed. I am a self admitted old fashioned snob and this hit all my benchmarks. Plus at $10 a drink, you really can't beat that price. They have plenty of other drinks (think gin and vodka awesomeness). There's also a kiosk up front to order food to be brought in. Don't wait, check them out, you'll enjoy it!

Moscow Mule
Grant A.

Came in on one of those many days it was snowing in April. Neat setup. They sell some great procuts that they make on site. Was pleased with the quality and service. I either had a gin and tonic or Moscow Mule. There was a chalkboard on the sidewalk that drew me in from the elements.

Lisa L.

Stopped by at 4:15pm on a Saturday when their website, google, yelp, and their door said they were open. Took a $20 Uber to get here from our hotel to have a drink before our dinner reservation in the city. We stood at a locked glass door with two employees behind the bar ignoring us for about 5 minutes. When I knocked lightly and mouthed are you open one of them came to the door & cracked it opened to say "sorry we have a private tasting class tonight, we don't open until 5. Thanks for stopping by" and then closed the door and walked back to the bar. So frustrated and disappointed. Please advertise somewhere your events and hours so potential patrons don't waste time and money attempting to visit.

Sazerac with a blind tiger bourbon chaser.
Gary R.

I've had his place bookmarked for a long time and finally got there a few days ago. I had been so excited to check it out cause I love craft liquor and great cocktails. Plus, I was freshly off a fabulous visit to CH Distilling downtown and hoped to keep the momentum going. Unfortunately, this was mostly a fail for me. It was a weekday night so I suppose they really didn't expect many patrons. One bartender mixing cocktails for what I counted was a total of 30 people leads to long waits and high frustration. Even with seats at the bar we waited a long time. Too long. But once served, I was ready to try their blind tiger bourbon (I love good bourbon) and aSazerac. My wife opted for the Sidecar. Both cocktails were decent, not exceptional. My bourbon pour, however, was disappointing. It certainly reflects the harshness of being aged only 12 months. I'd say it's suitable for mixing but not savoring. Perhaps it's a function of them not distilling enough to start with that would allow aging. But I wouldn't recommend it. What redeemed the evening was when we were ready to cash out, the bartender offered us some samples of some of their limited production whiskeys intended to mimic some classic beer types like dunkel, stouts, porters. Interesting indeed. I encourage you to support this local business. But don't take your whiskey straight. And if only one bartender is working you might reconsider entirely.

Ian C.

Place wasn't bad. Went in for a few drinks and was overall pretty satisfied. Mule was good, not served in a copper mug though. Black Mahattan was solid, as were the negroni, and gimlet. Small glass cocktails, with solid service, even if the prices are slightly high. Limited number of drinks available but ones that were were fairly strong.

Old fashioned
Brian S.

Wowza, this quiet bar and distillery that's sandwiched between some much busier nightspots really impressed me. The usual Logan Square Friday night party might have been roaring outside, but inside, we found a bit of calm where our group could sit and chat with some amazing drinks in hand. Chicago Distilling is known for their bourbon, and what a great bourbon it is: I highly recommend trying it. They do, however, offer quite a few different craft-distilled spirits, all of which can be made into a host of expertly crafted cocktails. I loved my old fashioned, and even ended up bringing home a bottle of the bourbon they used to make it. What really impressed me were the bartenders, who spent some quality time walking us through their operation and letting us sample some of their various spirits. All in all, I highly recommend visiting Chicago Distilling, whether just for a cocktail or to sample all of the the amazing spirits they have to offer!

Bob M.

This tour was OUTSTANDING! Timely, informative, tasty and fun. What else could I ask for? Jay is obviously passionate about what he does and you can tell. He took his time explaining the process and answered all our questions. Then we got to meet his wife after the tour where she suggested dinner options. Only negative feedback is we can't buy their product online. Or we would!!! You have got to visit this place. You won't be disappointed.

Private tour!
Evelina L.

This place is so charming, mostly because of the owners that are there every night. You MUST get a tour (private tour is a minimum of 10 people) in order to understand this place the best. We seriously wanted to work at the distillery for free after hearing about Jay and Noelle's dream! There are only a few drinks on the menu, but they can make you other things. The specialty cocktail was extra good. Its nice to be a part of something great in the neighborhood! Check this place out, even if you are waiting for a table at the Radler or Revolution brewery!

On our tour..
Kristy B.

Cool place! My friend had a deal through Gilt City for this place (basically like a Groupon). It included a tour of the back of the distillery and a tasting. The tour was about an hour long and was very informative. It went over the whole process on how they make their beer/spirits and how their process differs slightly from most distilleries. Our tour guide went over the history of the distillery and details regarding their "mom and pop" roots (they are a fairly new place, fyi). Towards the end of the tour, we got to try samples of 3 different drinks: -their white whiskey called "Shorty's." It was super good, but VERY strong..90% alcohol -their Vodka called "Ceres." It was just okay to me. Very strong again, but that's how it should be so no real complaints there. -their Gin, called "Finn's Gin." This one was not my cup of tea at all, but then again, I'm not really a gin drinker. She mentioned that it had things like orange peel and hibiscus in it, making it slightly different from most gins. At the end of the tour, we got to take home little kits to age our own whiskey at home. I believe that was included in the pre-purchased package deal. In the front of the distillery, near the bar area, they have items for sale such as mini-flasks with their whiskey, as well as t-shirts/stickers/keychains with their logo. It wasn't a huge place, but there was a good amount of people in the bar area when we arrived on a Saturday evening. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. One thing I would note is that they do not sell food there, but they DO allow you to order in or bring your own food. I would probably come back to this place if I was in the area again. Nice atmosphere and good drinks!

Welcome back!
Laura K.

For a girl who loves a good gin & tonic, this place was right up my alley! The big tables make for a great spot to go with a big group. Really cool atmosphere, typical Logan Square vibe. As you would expect, I drank G&Ts all night, and the killer vodka led me to NOT have a hangover for the first time on a Sunday in quite. some. time. Only problem was that the waitress felt very strongly about not letting you pay for your own drinks as you go. While with a big group, it's understandable, one person naturally gets screwed with a hefty check! Will definitely be back!

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4.3(234 reviews)
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Review coming from a So-Cal boy looking for Westcoast IPA options! Not going to lie, Chicago does…read morenot have too many of these on their tap list. I tried two I really liked but the one I enjoyed the most was "Cuz of Juice". I think it was a 6.3% abv but the flavor was there. Usually Westcoast IPAs are a little heavier but it was a hit. They have a QR code at the table where you can order your beer/food but also have the option to order at the bar. It was Friday around lunchtime so it wasn't too packed but could tell the spot was getting full as we left. Parking is limited around the area but that's the issue all over Chicago. Reminds me of La problems. Haha. Didn't try the food but heard nothing but good things from my Chicago peeps. Definitely looking forward to coming back and trying more of their tap list and food. Must visit when coming to Chicago looking forward good beer.

This is now one of my top favorite breweries in Chicago! The combination of the cozy pub ambience,…read moredelicious food, and excellent beer and alcohol selection makes Maplewood really stand out. Tucked away at the end of a small street, Maplewood appears unassuming. But when you step inside, the wooden ceiling features, string lights, brick walls, and cool artwork surrounding an intimate bar setting invite you in like a warm embrace after escaping the winter cold. When you sit down you can order via QR code which makes ordering with friends and splitting checks very convenient. Service is very efficient and friendly. I also appreciate the limited but intentionally crafted food menu. The Maplewood smashburger was juicy, savory, and the burger patty was perfectly browned and crisped without being dry. The sauce was delicious and had a nice kick. I shared the burger with my partner, along with cheese curds (incredible!!), and roasted honeynut squash. It was very filling and we ended up taking some cheese curds and squash home! The squash had depth of flavor and a great mix of textures with pistachios, pomegranate seeds, and I think feta cheese on top. The skin was crispy and overall it was tasty! The food paired perfectly with beer. I've had Maplewood beer from a can before but never on tap, so it was such a treat! I tried the Krispie Treats which delivered on the marshmallow vanilla flavor and sweetness. They have a big selection of beers, and they are also a distillery which means they offer cocktails! I love that they have something for everybody, including the friends who are more into cocktails than beer. I liked that utensils, trays, and takeout containers were self-serve and well-stocked. There's a variety of takeout containers to suit various types of food and portion sizes and they were high quality! I love when restaurants/bars offer the thick napkins--a marker of quality, and feels so luxurious! There are bathrooms for all genders, and they were clean, and had fun decor. And there's a small section of the brewery with merch for sale, like sweatshirts and beer glasses, so be sure to check those out! Can't wait to come back!

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