We have seen this distillery, and today was the day we finally stopped! There is signage to show…read moreyou are going the right way because you feel like you are going in someone's driveway, but follow the signs, and you arrive at the distillery. They do tours and tastings and we arrived just in time to take the tour. The distiller gave lots of information but made sure to explain the process in a way that those of us who just enjoy the drinking part can understand. We had 4 products during the tasting and all were fantastic! My husband loved the smoky one, and the rye was mine. They do offer some cocktails but we unfortunately had to get back on the road. We will be back when in the area. It is out of the way, but 100% worth it.

REALLY DIG THIS PLACE! On a cold, rainy March day, Erick spent a long time explaining how they…read moremake whiskey and why. This is a true small batch distillery and they're making great craft whiskey. Everyone there (three employees) were super friendly and knowledgeable. They only make 2 products, and both are exceptional. It's worth the drive and their whiskey is worth the price. I'll be back next year.

Despite having to fight over reaching regulatory facism . They're still standing! And the whisky is…read moreawesome! Stopping for the whisky, support freedom locally! Try the smoked old fashioned!!

Located 20 minutes outside Asheville,we decided to stop on our way back to Charlotte…read more Very small locally sourced distillery located in a small industrial area . They are a 100 % grain to glass small batch gin and whiskey distillery. They do tastings for only 1.00 each,flights as well as hand crafted cocktails. We tried their Barrel Reserve Gin matured in casks for at least 1 yr,Single Malt Whiskey and their Rye Whiskey. They do sell bottles to go but we're out of the Rye since it is a limited release only available at the distillery. Their spirits are good in taste and are worth a visit.

We discovered this distillery located in Fletcheron our way home from vacation, and what better way…read moreto end a vacation than drinking whiskey? The tasting area is small but we were the only ones there so that was nice. The lady who did the tasting was very nice and did a good job explaining the differences between the products. If you've ever watched the moonshiners on the discovery channel, you've heard of Tim Smith. They carry his products as well. For the tasting, you get 5 they pick (Tim smith bourbon, rye bourbon( snarly yow), 314, peach, and salted Carmel, They let you pick the 6th. I had the apple, husband had the peanut butter. Both were delicious, and you tasted just as described! We also purchased the Old Fashioned pre-made they offer as well as the salted Carmel whiskey! Absolutely fantastic place, make sure you stop by!

Two Trees is open 7 days a week for tasting and purchase…read more Yes...you read that right..you can drink on Sunday now. :-) Come on down and say hi to Jessica, she is an amazing bartender and will entertain you with Two Trees history and the patented 24 bourbon Distillery process. Called "The Time Machine".

Many thanks to Cody for allowing me to visit and pepper him with questions…read more Not a distillery with the glistening mashtuns & stills of big money startups, Howling Moon is pure lean startup. Moonshine prepared the old school way with business savvy. Says they sold their first batch and are growing based on demand. Main room has three pot stills with thumpers, they're working on a fourth still. HM is "proof" that with determination and know how, it's possible to make a go of it. Love the spirit - and the spirits! Good luck. PS wasn't sure what what a rating would mean. Mine is for hosting me at their digs.

We just left Eda Rhyne Distilling Company and I couldn't resist writing a review right away. This…read morewas actually the third stop of the day after a big lunch at Red Ginger, and even though I wasn't planning on drinking much, the diverse selection here completely pulled me in. Iris was the highlight of our visit. She not only served us but also made us feel at home and gave us such a rich history of the distillery. The owners have a foraging background, and all of the herbs used come straight from North Carolina. Even the water here is top-notch. She shared that they had just recently reopened after Tropical Storm Helene last year, which made the experience feel even more special. I started with a flight plus whiskey and tried the Bitter Tooth (sweet and smooth), the Appalachian Fernet, and the Rustic Nocino. The whiskey rye was impressively smooth. I loved the flight so much that I had to order an Amaro Sour, which turned out to be an absolute delight. What's really nice too is that this place is kid-friendly, so it feels very welcoming. Honestly, this is a spot everyone should check out while in Asheville. Stop in, take your time, and don't leave without grabbing a bottle to bring home.

The bartender was very knowledgeable about the different drinks they made. The distillery was very…read morecomfortable and fitting.

I have been on a bourbon kick lately. On my way to Asheville for a weekend trip, I stopped by to…read morevisit South Mountain Distilling. Donald Smith was super nice and gave us the overview of his family history in distilling. We tasted 3 whiskey's that he produced, the Sinister, Dignified, and Cherry Bounce. These are either family recipes or in the case of Cherry Bounce a famous recipe of Amos Owens who bought/owned Cherry Mountain. I bought 1 bottle each mainly to just support him and his vision for making great whiskey. It is tough to get started in this business, since you need to age the whiskey for years. I think Sinister was aged just 2.5 years, Dignified 3.5 and can't recall on Cherry Bounce. Don also showed us Old Bessie the still he designed. Its a great visit and worth stopping in to see on your way down I40.

What a great locally family owned distillery! Not only do they have very good quality liquor (…read morewhiskey, rum and a moonshine) Owners Don, his Mom and Wife along with David "Doc" , are really down to earth friendly people that will gladly give you the family history on moonshining. Everything is done in this one building, the mash, the brew and the bottling. It's also a nice gift shop that sells shirts, hats, glass wear, canned goodies like jams and sauces. They offer tours and tastings for $10. It was really cool being able to see the mash cooking away. What other Distillery can you do that at? One thing that is an absolute thing to do, is they have a program where you can do your own bottle. They show you ( and you do the work) from start to finish until you have bottled your own liquor with your name on the bottle.

Visitors to Asheville should book some time to visit Chemist for a tasting. We first tried this…read morelocally distilled gin in our hotel and it was so crisp and bright that we went for a tasting the next day. The friendly staff walks you through all their top pours, and the retail shop is cozy and packed with great gifts. Gin is their speciality. Be sure try whatever limited editions they have, and don't miss the chocolate orange gin liqueur, which tastes like a Terry's chocolate orange in a glass. Tours book up fast so if you want to see the distillery at work, plan ahead.

Doing a little pub crawl to check out the different places and we came upon this place, We stopped…read morein for some drinks. Got right up to the bar which judging by the crowd we were lucky! The building is so cool. I believe it was a bank as it had an old walk in safe behind the bar. Bartenders are next level. They can make you anything you want but the ones on the menu are really good as well.

After years of Dalton Distillery being open, I finally made it a point to go try it out for a…read morepre-dinner drink. When I entered the establishment I was wowed at how cool the space is, I had no idea and honestly didn't have high expectations. The bar is decorated really cool with geometric wall designs and a giant hexagonal opening leading from one room to the other. Dalton Distillery also has Ping-Pong, a pool table, and video games. I had no idea. As I walked in, I was immediately curious as to how this place isn't more popular. There is plenty of seating with lots of chairs and a few couches. The Distillery is decorated with some cool furniture too and has some colorful graffiti murals. I am a very visual person and this place was surprisingly awesome inside. I'd love to come back with a group of friends for some Ping-pong and pool games! I was very happy to hear that my bourbon and gingers were only $4, a great deal that is a rarity in/near downtown Asheville. My friend ordered some of their housemade rum in a cocktail that neither of us enjoyed, but they have a pretty good beer selection so he left happy anyway. Overall this place was great and I can't wait to check it out again. I had to give Dalton Distillery 4 stars rather than 5 because the bartender was very unfriendly. I asked him many questions about the rum. I was very interested considering that they are a distillery and that is what they make, but he seemed annoyed by my questions and barely answered them. He talked to me in a way that was very arrogant and dismissive. I'd like to hope that next time I go in there is a different bartender or he has a better demeanor. Servers and bartenders play the role of being the face/representative of an establishment and for my first experience being here, there was not a good representation.

The name of this place is deceiving. It seems like a place to get cocktails but really it's a dive…read morebar- definitely wasn't what I thought it was. Others places to go rather than here

Booked a private cocktail class where we got to learn all about the history of Cultivated…read moreCocktails, the liquors that they distill, and their partnerships within the community, all while sipping on samples of their liquors! We were able to sample 4 liquors and 4 liqueur. For the liquors, we samples rum, two types of gin, and vodka. All had high ABVs but the rum and vodka had very light flavors without the usual bite at the end! Their regular gin had a strong juniper taste, while their Shades of Rose Gin carried a lighter, fruitier taste. For Liqueurs, we were able to sample their Appalachian Aperetif, Ginger Cordial, Creme de Cacao, and Coffee Liqueur. My top three were the Shades of Rose Gin, the Ginger Cordial, and the Coffee Liqueur. After choosing our top three samples, our mixologist made us three half cocktails from our selections. The class was amazing, the drinks were amazing, and our mixologist was amazing! The cost of the class was $30 per person.

This was a lot of fun and enjoyed the experience a lot!…read more We were paired with a few strangers we didn't know to complete a table but still had a blast anyway, I enjoy that social engagement, so I am all for it. The inside of the venue was airy and modern, with a lot of space to move about and explore. The layout was nice and easy to follow around to everything without an issue. The service we received was top-notch with no concerns. The beverages we were able to participate in were also interesting and mostly enjoyable - of course, this just means some things are intentional in a tasting to challenge your palette, be open, and have fun! Would recommend sometime for your friend group.

This was a great way to see part of Asheville and learn the history and the present. The drinks…read morewere great the views were awesome and the guide was very knowledgeable.

What a terrific addition to the roster of Must-Do Activities in Asheville. This isn't just for…read moretourists, either! We are locals, and this experience made us feel the magic of being tourists in our own town. Looking down several stories and gazing out several miles, both, gave us such unique perspectives of the City. And yes, you can go to these rooftop bars on your own, but the Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours provides endless historical and architectural anecdotes of the area. Sam even shared numerous photos dating back to the 1800's, giving unique snapshots to the past while you gaze upon the present. You also gain access to the reserved premier seating on the decks, dedicated wait staff, and oftentimes off-menu craft cocktails and mocktails. Ask for the witty and charming Sam, but if he is busy, you will have fun with the rest of the staff! Ten outta Ten!!!