I visited Dark Door Spirits on a Saturday for there monthly create your own bottle event. It is an hour and a half Whiskey experience where you get to taste Dark Door Bourbon and Rye and come up with a combination for your own bottle. You leave with a bottle of your own blend. The cost of the event is $150 per person and includes the bottle that you blend. We really enjoyed the experience and will be checking out future events at Dark Door. read more

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Usually, when I go to sample at a distillery, it's samples. Nothing to get buzzed about- just a tasting to help me pick what bottle or bottles I want to take home to my bar. This place. I had stayed in the car for a few minutes before joining John inside and the Christina had ALL of them lined up- there were so many bottles. So.... the only time I left buzzed from samples. Gin, Rum, Whiskey, Vodka, Tequila, Liquors. They had damn near everything here. Plus craft cocktails and a couple cocktails on tap. I mean- wow. Favs: Pandemic at the disco- I think the smoothest Vodka I have EVER had and the name and bottle are was hilariously fun Demeter- a citrus-botanical gin which I loved at first sip and that was before I knew it was named after a Greek Goddess Smoked- They have 2 flavors of smoked Rum, both Mesquite and Hickory- I liked the mesquite better and this was John's favorite Sprit of the Harvest- Classic Pennsylvania Rye Whiskey, another very smooth liquor- Rye whiskey can sometimes be a little harsh- but not this one Those are the ones we bought. Special mention: Underworld- Agave Spirit (Tequila)- I don't care for Tequila, the only time I enjoyed samples was in Mexico and now this place. It was delicious Lost Cause- holy hell. That's all I am going to say about that Did I mention- I didn't even try them all!?!?! They make some IPA blend Whiskeys and collaborate with local breweries. Their stills were inspiring- I can't remember how tall their big ole still was, but it was awesome! read more

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Located amongst the granite warehouses, it was a bit tricky to find - you'll think you are pulling into the wrong area, but then you'll see their sign over a door in the far left corner. Walk into the office, and that's where they have all their merchandise and liquor available for purchase, as well as being the start of the tour. My boss had been given a membership for Christmas, and thus was allowed to bring our whole office in for a tour & tasting. Our hostess/tour guide was a very sweet woman named Christina. She was relatively new to the booze business, so while she did give very interesting and factual information on our tour, my boss actually knew far more details than she could provide. I love that when you walk in for the tour, you're immediately given two samples to try. We tried a vodka drink and a gin drink. And then you're given a full size drink of whichever you preferred to accompany you on the actual tour. The tour is held in the adjacent warehouse. The have big fans overhead, and the bay doors open, but I imagine it could get pretty warm in the summer so plan accordingly. It was awesome looking at their stills, and hearing about their processes. One of the big draws of this distillery is that they offer a make your own bourbon station (by appointment), where you taste, and then combine your favorite liquors, directly from a large assortment of casks. They also have that option available with gin, and I intend to join that event at the end of the month. After the tour we went back into the main air conditioned office, and proceeded to sample every single liquor they produce. My favorite was the rye, Spirit of the Harvest. I also really liked the Barreled Spirit of Prohibition, which was their lavender gin that had been oak-barreled. Bonus points for their vodka, called Pandemic at the Disco. In addition to their make your own bottle classes, they also offer cocktail classes on Thursday evenings, where you are instructed on how to make three cocktails and snack on a charcuterie board. I have started following them on social media just so I can return for some of their special events. This is my longest review ever so... I'm out! TL; DR: Go! read more

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Dark Door Spirits..... OMG..... what a treat! Bumped into the field distributors at a restaurant in downtown Ft Myers, Fl. After talking with the guys, they gave us a business card and invited us to their distillery just North of the Tampa Airport. Well worth the trip up there. It is soooooo much more than "just" a distillery. It has tasting tours, events for larger or private groups, classes for making your own bottle with plenty of botanical herbs to concoct any spirit you want. We found a couple of favorites. You need to really check out their website.... darkdoorspirits.com A definite stop if exploring the Tampa area. read more

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This vodka, whiskey, gin, and rum distillery is located in a warehouse neighborhood north of the Tampa international airport and Hillsborough Avenue. The first time driving here wasn't too bad as it was very straightforward (Northbound on Anderson Road). What could be confusing is the fact that there are warehouses everywhere and you may miss the sign if you're not paying attention. I love the fact that this is a hidden gem location! The people who work here are more than willing to have you try out whatever you'd like in an impromptu tasting, if you ask (and if they are staffed enough). I really loved their Blood tai and Kola-da cocktails! They each used their own Dark Door mesquite smoked rum. I ended up getting a bottle of this, in addition to their lavender gin. I was excited to learn that they had cocktail classes in addition to their distillery tour. Good stuff. I think you can reserve this place for private parties also (Ask them for accuracy). It was worth the visit. read more

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I had a fun time touring Dark Door Spirits! I found out that they do distillery tours and decided to visit. I started off having a cocktail that uses their Spirit of the Prohibition Gin. It was a Saturn, which they made with some passion fruit puree and lemon. It was really tasty! The tour started and Chris showed us the distillers. He explained that each liquor has a to be distilled in a certain way in order to be considered a specific liquor; for example, gin has to be passed through juniper berries. They also have a lab where they do micro distilling tests to test the taste. After the tour, Chris poured us samples of each of the liquors they had to offer. I smiled at the name of Pandemic at the Disco, which is their essential vodka. Made during the pandemic, the bottle art has tributes to the toilet paper panic, Netflix bingeing, and facemasks. I bought the Spirit of the Prohibition Gin, a lavender gin, to take home with me. Chris says that they have events planned that people can concoct their own whiskeys! Looks like there are fun things to look forward to when I come back and visit! read more

This was the first stop on our distillery tour. We found this place on Groupon but the prices are very low without it. The tour starts with a cocktail of you choice and ends with a tasting. The owners are very hands and and were spotted several times throughout the tour. The tour was 20-30 minutes long. They have several th nhs for purchase and several photo opportunities. They host a variety of events. You can find the list at the start of the tour. read more

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What an experience this place is. I really didn't know what to expect. A few friends and I got the opportunity to do a tour here and the staff was very knowledgeable, they explained the process of how they make their spirits and the best part of all is of course the samples. I wasn't expecting so much variety. They offered vodka, gin, rum and whiskey. I didn't overdue it and try them all but they certainly do have their own unique flavors . I would definitely recommend this as a date night experience or even something to experience with a group of friends. read more

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Shut the front door - this distillery is amazing! I came across this new business from the Groupon promotion, which includes a tour that you book online - very easy to do. They started off with a complementary Vodka (pink) based drink made in-house - very smooth & drinkable may I say & so good, too! We learned a lot- got in lots of laughs! The tour guides were entertaining and easy to vibe with. They also have cocktail, gin and whiskey classes where you get the chance to create your own concoctions! The Vodka they make isn't filtered - doesn't taste a difference to me & we got a bottle after getting a sample of all their liquor. The kicker for me is the name - Pandemic at the Disco (LOL) - funny & original. Parking isn't an issue at this large warehouse & an art exhibit was present while we scoped this place out. read more

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Good booze, good people and great space. We've visited Dark Door several times and they never disappoint. Dark Door is a distillery near the airport (ish). They make Vodka, Gin, Whiskey and probably More. Our first encounter was a Gin Cocktail class. During the Covid times, I'm still very hesitant to be in group settings but Dark Door has a great setup for safety, in their social space having huge bay doors they keep open and lots of large fans going. Safety, check. In our class we learned so much about making cocktails, and were given several very tasty drinks and even a sweet charcuterie and cheese box. It was a great and fun experience I highly recommend. We also tasted the full range of spirits in the tasting room and took a few bottles home. The next time we visited we went to the Full Moon Market. Again, it was in the social space, doors open and fans on. The vibe was very cool and I really enjoyed visiting all the vendors and buying from several of them. I have the Gin mixing experience on my list of things to do and I make sure to keep an eye on their social media for a huge variety of cool events that they host. read more

If you want to drink don't do it alone. Come to one of the drink classes learn all about the process and of course enjoy a number of beverages. You will leave with new recipes and techniques to make drinks for you me next event. I highly recommend eating before you come, but they do provide a snack box just in case you didn't. Don't be shy mix and mingle. Fun to do as a couple or single or with just a group of friends read more

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Went for a tasting and wow, smooth stuff. Brought the dog, had some drinks and hung out with the neighbors. VooDoo Chef was there serving their version of a Cuban Sandwich. Yum.... This is a nice place to come hang out and/or bring friends who like distilled spirits. Although they don't serve food they do allow you to bring your own food or use Uber Eats. Occasionally they have food trucks which makes it much more convenient. Stop by and give them a try. If you like it there get a Membership which allows you to have unlimited tastings (including your friends). Love supporting local business. read more

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Mark (and Back Socks) gave a fantastic tour! We learned so much, and had a great time. Mark was a great guide, and incredibly knowledgeable. A fantastic experience that I would recommend to anyone! I loved their creative take on flavor profiles too - there's definitely something for everyone. read more

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I have been a fan of Dark Door Spirits for some time, when I turned 30 they were at a Repeal Day Conference I covered as press and enjoyed what I tasted, but since that day in 2019 they have grown dramatically. Their distillery is in a big warehouse near Tampa International Airport and the International Plaza off Anderson Rd. near Hillsborough. They host tastings there and also regularly schedule events. Last week I visited it for a Dram event that was excellent and raised money for a good cause. While I was there I went ahead and checked out their cocktail bar and sampled several spirits and everything I tried was world-class, especially their Spirit of the IPA Whiskey which collabs with a local brewer. I love how the local distilleries in Tampa are now starting to cross-over with the craft beer movement which is now 100+ strong. ' Dark Door offers tasting bookings online including on discount sites so if you're bored or want to try something new, here is an interesting idea of something to do with friends or someone you know who is an enthusiast of things like whiskey, vodka, and gin. I highly recommend Dark Door Spirits and look forward to returning soon. read more

Looking for something different to do for a date night? Heck yes! This place is a must visit and to take a quick tour of. We bought a tour on Groupon to do something different for a change. We were so glad we did. The minute we walked in, we were greeted with a smile. I wish I could remember her name that gave us the tour. She was super sweet and very knowledgeable of the distillery and how the process worked. Before we started with the tour, we were offered one of their seasonal cocktails to sip on. I chose the Winter Collins. This was so good and made with one of their popular vodkas called Pandemic at the Disco, lemon, Rio Red Grapefruit and Vanilla. YUM! Once the tour was over, we headed to the front of the store where we did all of the tasting. This included all of their spirits. This was a lot of fun! We ended up buying two bottles of we liked the best. This was worth the drive and such a cool thing to do for a date night. read more

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Dark Door Spirits was the best distillery we visited while in the Tampa area. We stopped by the distillery without high expectations. We have visited many distilleries in the Texas area and did not know what to expect. As soon as we entered the facility we were greeted by a friendly woman. After talking for a few minutes, she provided us with a cocktail and whisked us to the back area for a tour. She was the most knowledgeable distillery tour guide I have met. She gave us a wonderfully informative tour and was able to answer all of our questions. After the tour, we went back to the tasting room and sampled their products. She described each item we sampled prior to pouring it for us to try. All of their products we good except for one. The Whiskey Culture Brown Butter Bourbon was GREAT!! Although the bottle of the Whiskey Culture Brown Butter Bourbon was pricey, we purchased a bottle to take home with us. I will definitely visit Dark Door Spirits next time I am in the area. read more

Omg!!! So amazing I went twice!!!! As Drake says, "Back to Back!" I love the employees and the whiskey is my absolute favorite!!! I originally went to attend a cocktail class. It was very intimate and only allowed 20 people to adhere to safety. I arrived early and was greeted by Macy and Christina. Such lovely staff. Due to my severe compliance to time (class started at 6pm, I arrived at 5:30pm) Christina made up for it by allowing me to sample some of their product while I waited. I finally walked in and loved the rather sexy cocktail setting prepared for the attendees. I knew instantly the night was going to outstanding. The teacher was named Shawn. He had so much personality. I laughed so much during his drink tutorials I felt I got a bang for my buck. Drinks and a show!!! Score!!! A young man named Sol sat next to me. Well, it just so happened Sol was teaching a future class and attending the class as well to get some tips. Since he was a fellow bartender, he assisted by giving me more notes. Yes, call me a teachers pet. I freaking loved it!! I got all the goods from both Shawn and Sol. To make the experience better that night we made my favorite drink an old fashioned. Thank you!! Omg!!! You have my heart and it was the first one we learned to prepare. After the first drink, you get a tour of the facility by Christina. She is very thorough and welcomes all questions. The best part of the tour is the bourbon. They have a barrel experience you can try. Ohhhhh, believe me I have that set up already. Done!! You got me!! Sold!! After the tour, we went back to make 2 more drinks with additional tips. Sooooooo amazing. Now, let's get to the good stuff!! Remember the young man in the first class, well I got all 20 of my friends to do the class 2 weeks later that he was hosting. This was after calling Macy several times over and over to ensure my friends filled the class and she didn't mind at all. Both her and Christina were very appreciative. We attended on 2/18/21. This time is was better because it was all of my closest friends. I also got to meet the manager this time named Matthew. He was also very nice with a lot of character and also assisted with cleaning as well as drink preparation. Now that's a manager. Let's just say my friends loved it so much they inquired about future classes as well. By the end of the class, I was speaking with Matthew and Macy (events coordinator) to set up the Bourbon experience for us. I can't wait. The absolute best staff, great experience, great drinks, and amazing spirits!!! You should definitely go through that Dark Door!!! Their waiting!!! read more

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Super whiskey tasting/ sampling & bottle pick. Great gift idea for a whiskey, gin and vodka lover. Spent an afternoon sampling many different bourbons and rye whiskeys to mix and create a one off bottle and label. Matt and his team walked us through the warehouse tour, showing the process of making spirits. Blending our own bottle from samples with their patent staff. Another option is Coming just for the tasting $20 make your own liter bottle $120. Great fun, available for corporate events too. read more

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We scheduled a tour and tasting for 4 at 2pm today. Matt, our knowledgeable guide, started us off with a cocktail before walking us through the process of making spirits. At the end of the tour we were presented with 8 tasting options, ranging from 80 proof to 117 proof! Be sure to eat before you come! We purchased their Pandemic at the Disco vodka because of the cool name (and it's pretty good, too!). Will definitely return for one of their classes/events. read more

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Phenomenal distillery...a hidden gem in Tampa and the only reason I'm spilling the beans is because I want it to thrive. It's tucked away next to the Crystal Springs water distributor on Anderson Road and is easy to pass by. Because of the location there is plenty of parking. I stopped by with my friend today for a tour that I came across on CL Deals. The normal price for a tour is $15 which is an awesome price for what you get - a welcome cocktail of your choice, a fantastic explanation of the distilling process and a hefty sampling of their spirits to cap it off. Shane was our tour guide today and he was passionate about the product. We learned a lot about distilling, the company and what they're working on next. The spirit line up is really unique and we got try everything from smoked rum to lavender gin. Not to mention their whiskeys are really smooth. Looking forward to coming back for their upcoming offerings and sharing the experience with my friends and family. They offer classes to make your own bottle and host events such as yoga and trivia. They are getting ready to launch a bar area and I know I will be claiming a seat there very soon. What a fantastic spot in our area! Thanks to Shane for the entertaining tour today!!! read more

Brand new spot... what will it be like? My hubbie doesn't like vodka, and he likes this vodka. My bestie doesn't like gin, and she likes the gin. And that's just the 1st 2 tastes! Make sure Shane takes amazing care of you... he did take great care of us. We will definitely be back! read more

We are visiting from Texas and came here off of Groupon for the distillery tour and tasting. The staff were so friendly and knowledgeable. We had a great time and will definitely be back when we visit again. I would highly recommend checking out one of the activities they have going on. We had such a great experience! read more

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It was a great place and the staff was very friendly! They are definitely making great spirits with unique flavors!

I'm already planning my next trip to this unique and fun open-air warehouse distillery experience conveniently located near Tampa airport. There is something for everyone, and these spirits are so tasty that you will even appreciate them straight! The lavender gin is seriously swoon-worthy, and the vodka is smooth and delicious, plus they're blending some serious barrel-strength whiskey that even bourbon snobs will appreciate. The staff are so friendly and informative and a true pleasure to work with, but my favorite part of Dark Door Spirits is their unique events, with an opportunity to experience something new with each visit. Their cocktail classes are incredible, with tutorials for making craft cocktails, full-sized pours to enjoy, plus the cutest and yummiest grazing box that totally stole my heart! I recently attended their gin blending class where we were able to create our own custom gin blend using infused botanicals and fruits and herbs, and it was hands-down one of my favorite things I've ever done! And all my friends raved about how delicious the gin is upon sharing! They also offer whiskey blending classes, art exhibitions, music events, and more (check out their social media, which always inspires!) If you're looking for a fun and unique experience look no further than Dark Door Spirits. I can't wait to return in a few weeks! read more

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Great tour and even better spirits. I highly recommend this tour. They even start off the tour with a free cocktail. CHOOSE THE DREAMSICLE lol read more

My wife and I were there today for a Groupon tour and tasting. So much fun. I wish I could recall the name of the gentleman (might have been the Marketing Director?) and also the young lady upfront in the giftshop. Both were incredibly nice. Tour was very informative. Then followed by the tastings. And there were a lot to taste. I enjoyed all. I normally don't like gin. And can't imagine why you'd want to drink vodka straight. But even those were good. The Groupon paid off for them as we left with 4 bottles. read more

What a fun tour and delicious libations! Christina, our tour guide, was so knowledgeable and personable. I can't wait to come back for one of their monthly events. read more

Hidden gem! Went this weekend with friends and had no idea it was there. It's hidden in an industrial area (it is an active distillery) but once inside it was like stepping into an adult Willy Wonka's factory. They started us off with a sample and then relaxed in an open air table to enjoy the drink. After that we went on an amazing tour of the distillery and learned to process. Afterwards we did a tasting, bought some to take home, and evened signed up for a membership to come back for classes and special events. They did have a comedy show that night, so we returned and had lots of laughs. The staff treat you like old friends and really want to know what you think. Great day out. In short this is a must go. Great local business to support and have a great time!!! read more

What an amazing spot in Tampa! They make the most amazing gin and whiskey. They had a guy that ran a cocktail class and he was unbelievably knowledgeable and handsome. read more