Stopped in to Devil's River after a disappointing visit to The Library Cocktail Lounge. This was my second visit to Devil's River but first time getting a drink. There was a musician playing on the stage in front of the distillery which is a nice touch for those who want to sit outside. We ordered old fashioned cocktails. I loved that they were made with block ice and even embossed the ice with the Devils River logo. The mixologist explained they don't do smoked old fashions due to fire hazard and location in a historic building. But he still made an engaging presentation in creating our cocktails. There was no food offered but they let us bring in voodoo donuts. The two gentlemen at the bar were very friendly and attentive and made our late night visit a special treat. I'd like to learn on my next visit to see if they do distillery tours. I'm sure you'll enjoy a trip to Devil's River. read more

Devils River Distillery - Old Fashioned - Distilleries Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Wandered by after a late lunch. Got the premium flight. Bourbon is good. Cast strength hurts a little. Rye was...meh? Service was good but they need a couple more staff to keep up with cocktails, tastings, and close outs. read more

This place is centrally located downtown SA. It has a patio outside and the night we dropped by there was someone there playing the guitar. It was nice. Inside there are several places to sit, eat, talk, drink. This place has a welcoming atmosphere. They also have a store front where you can buy different varieties of their whisky and other items. The people here are friendly and welcoming. read more

Styled like an old clubby library or lounge, Devil's River offers comfortable booths and a great vibe. Drinks are made with their whiskies and are well prepared and tasty. We got a Sazerac and an Old Fashioned as they had run out of Vermouth and couldn't make a Manhattan (but seriously, what whisky bar runs out of Vermouth?) read more

Devils River Distillery - Old Fashioned and Sazerac - Distilleries Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I didn't stay here long. Just had a drink and left. Prices for. An Old Fashioned was a bit much. They must be proud of their juice. Chicago drink prices are better and that is saying something. Would try again for food or perhaps a drink that is appropriately prices (should they have any). read more

Very large location with plenty of seating. They only serve their bourbon/whiskey - so don't come I thinking you can get something else. There is indoor and outdoor seating available. You can smoke cigars outside. There is no cigar smoking inside. read more

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Very nice building both inside and out. Very becoming a tasting room. I got a flight which was quite good. The regular bourbon was my favorite which I bought a bottle of. The high proof (126) was extremely smooth but lacked any kind of character. The attendant was very friendly. read more

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Great place to smoke a cigar and enjoy some bourbon and conversation! The team was friendly too!

Killing time before a show at the Majestic, I stopped off at the Devil River Distillery for a cocktail and ordered an Old Fashioned. I got my drink and went out to the front patio where there was a one-man band playing some cool jams. The drink was good and the vibe on the patio was relaxing to match the music being played. It was fun to people watch as they strolled by the front patio while having some good conversation. I enjoyed my time here and look forward to coming back to try more of their spirits. read more

Devils River Distillery - Old Fashioned - Distilleries Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

"The Devil went down to Georgia...." Well, in this case it was San Antonio. After an adventurous day out on the town my friend and I stopped in for a nightcap. The first thing you notice when you walk in is the striking crystal chandelier, and the pre-prohibition style bar adds to the charm. The place is quite spacious - there's a gift shop, upstairs seating, the distillery, a tasting room, and a speakeasy downstairs. You can also book a tour via their website. Devils River Distillery produces small batch whiskey. Their award-winning portfolio features bourbon, rye, barrel proof, and even flavors such as agave, cinnamon, & coffee. The cocktail menu offers classics and creative twists such as the Devil Rita, which is made with their agave whiskey. Sticking with the classics my friend ordered a Sazerac and I asked for a New York Sour. The bartenders take their craft seriously here and our cocktails were prepared with precision. We enjoyed the live music outside on the patio while sipping our delicious libations. I'd love to come back to take a tour and have a cocktail in the speakeasy. Happy Hour daily 4 - 6 pm read more

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(From January, 2025) We found this spot on a Sunday in mid January after walking around downtown. With football being on, we needed a spot to post up for some cocktails while watching the Ravens/Bills playoff game. This was about a block from our hotel and upon realizing that, we decided to venture here and see what's going on. Walking in, there's plenty of space to move around with some comfortable seating along with an upstairs area. The bar is where you order your drinks; our bartender (I forgot her name) did an outstanding job of crafting our cocktails and gave us good ideas on what to order. My girlfriend ordered a devil's mule which she loved (she ordered a second one later) and I did a new york sour classic. Both were delicious and well crafted. I also ordered a Sin-Chata cocktail (cinnamon bourbon, honey, chocolate bitters, oat milk) upon seeing it presented; knew I had to try it and it was one bad-ass cocktail! Upon getting drinks, we ventured downstairs where there are individual lounge areas with separate tvs surrounded by assigned seatings and coffee tables. We were able to watch the game at one of the stations down there, snuggled on the couch sipping our drinks. We both loved the concept and wish more bars/spots would do this. You can also play board games there and they have video games they can set up for the tvs for groups. Or you can do watch parties for your Netflix/Max accounts. Pretty dope! Look forward to coming back here for more drinks and hanging out! read more

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Devils River is a beautiful distillery located in the heart of downtown San Antonio. Upon walking in we were captivated by the enormous chandelier in the main room and were greeted immediately and welcomed to the bar towards the back of the room. Whether you'd like a flight to taste a variety of what Devils River has to offer or you'd like to sit and sip one of their unique cocktails, there's something on the menu to please every palate. The bar tenders are attentive and very accommodating. The coffee bourbon had the perfect amount of sweetness and balanced coffee flavor. The branded ice cube and pitchfork were a unique touch. There's ample seating upstairs with a Birds Eye view of the stills, but we chose to explore the speakeasy downstairs. We were transported back in time as we relaxed on the antique furniture and sipped our perfectly crafted cocktails in the dimly lit lounge. If we weren't catching a flight we would have left with a few bottles, but we will definitely be back the next time we are in town! read more

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This location has both whiskey-based cocktails as well as good. We only had cocktails this visit. They have a speakeasy in the basement that can be rented out for private parties. Whiskey is not my go-to cocktail base but I really enjoyed the blackberry Devil's mule. I enjoyed it so much. I had two of them! We'd like to go back to try some of the food they have. We noticed that the chef came to the table of everyone who ordered food which I thought was a nice touch. When we arrived, we decided to order our drinks at the bar and then take them to a cozy seat in the corner. We were here the Tuesday before Christmas day, so it was not crowded at all which we much prefer. This place has a romantic vibe and classy vintage decor which we enjoyed. We want to stay downtown again next year before Christmas and look forward to coming back here next year or sooner to enjoy some more cocktails and try some of their food. read more

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I was finally able to visit Devils River during a recent business trip. It was a late afternoon visit, not busy, and very chill vibe. Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. When I saw a dude lighting up a stick on the outdoor patio, it was bonus time. So, having a nice smoke, a Devils River Old Fashioned, and relaxing outside people watching was the experience. Highly recommended! read more

This place is a hidden gem located just away from the Riverwalk. They have a great selection of whiskey and bourbon that is strong but very smooth and tasty. I ordered a premium whiskey flight for $24, and it kept me enjoying different flavors for about an hour. It's a great spot for both locals and tourists who want to avoid the busy Riverwalk but still have a good time with friends. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. I believe they also have live singers on Thursday and Friday nights. Smoking is only allowed outside on the patio. They also offer tours and have private rooms available. Overall, it was a great experience. read more

Walking around Riverwalk and it felt like a bad version of a cheap amusement park... decided to return to car and saw this gem. Popped in, got the premium flight for a great price and relaxed for about 1 hour in a beautiful distillery just enjoy the incredible flavors. read more

Devils River Distillery - Premium flight - Distilleries Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

We like going here for a few drinks and conversation. Their basement is really cool and the whole place has a classic ambiance. Wish we could go more often. read more

This distillery is very cool! We did a private tour & tasting and had lots of fun. I tasted the rye, coffee, and cinnamon whiskey. I also ordered a cocktail that was made with their coffee bourbon. It was delicious. The tour was pretty short but I feel like I learned a lot about the process of distilling alcohol. The service was great! read more

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Good ambiance, good food, and greater drinks with a nice selection of cigars. Co-workers and I stopped by this place due to convenience (near hotel) and sparked interest of the distillery on display. Happy we stopped by, as we had a great time after work with drinks, cigars. Rated a 4 only because their were drinks that were having to be adjusted because them being out of things. Such as the third rounds of Trident True they had no mints and put lemon wedges so adjusted after that to the Devils Mule. The staff was friendly and pretty welcoming. Definitely coming back. read more

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Stopped by here to grab food and drinks during happy hour on Wednesday. Apparently they don't serve food on Wednesday. Not sure why, but we decided to stay and have a couple drinks. Everyone really enjoy the drinks and exploring the distillery. Head downstairs and find cornhole, and more seating. It was a cool spot for sure and I definitely enjoyed their different spirits. The flavored ones and the straight whiskey or bourbons. Looking forward to stopping in and trying their food along with some drinks sometime soon. read more

Devils River Distillery - Distilleries Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

First time here and definitely not my last. Thanks YELP for the invite. The speakeasy is a hidden gem. Their drinks are amazing and all their staff were absolutely friendly and their service was great. We met some vendors with unique items. read more

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Had a great experience here this evening. The atmosphere was amazing. Its charm and elegance spoke for itself. The staff was very professional and inviting not only that they provide excellent service, but it was so easy to talk to them and carry on a good conversation. Our cocktails were delicious and well-made. We tried the fondue, the smash burger and the tacos and everything was on point. read more

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As always, drinks were fabulous and food was good. The bartenders were great, AS ALWAYS! The music tonight not good at all. This guy played sad songs all night in both English and Spanish. We brought friends for the first time and what a disappointment it was. We had to ask for a more upbeat some and the best he could do was La Bamba. Ugh.... read more

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Awesome spot with great-tasting spirits! The bartender was friendly and the drink flights were fairly priced with good variety of tastes. The retail area could be better-attended to, boxes left there and shelves that appear to be warping. read more

Great place for drinks and music in the covered patio. Cigars and food available. The BLT was quite good! read more

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The food they offer is great but I love their mixed drinks and live music nights the best. I love to visit on a date night downtown before or after dinner or an event at the Majestic. I love their mule and we always stock their coffee bourbon. I am not at dark liquor person but the cold fashion at Devils River is so good!!!! Please give it a try on a live music night, their performers are so good!! The bartenders and waiters will help anyone find their perfect mixed drinks! read more

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We stopped in for one quick drink and the bartender was super professional and friendly. She helped guide me to a better drink than I originally was leaning towards. We were then offered to go check out the "speakeasy vibe basement" and oh my was it CUTE!! It was also a little creepy as if it could be a little haunted (in a good way I promise haha). So for me that ticked the ambience vibes right away. Downstairs had some vintage seats and couches that make for a cool photo session if you're into that (or not). I will definitely be returning. Try the Devil's Mule you won't regret it ;) read more

Devils River Distillery - Inside Devil's River Distillery - Distilleries Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I was walking around downtown, it happened to bomb this place. I do love me some whiskey! I walked up to the bar, service and knowledge of the whiskey was exceptional. I got a flight. I really enjoyed their age. The younger ones were well young. Overall, this is a really good good place to stop and get a whiskey or a cocktail. I will definitely come back when I'm in San Antonio. read more

Love this place... Always serves a great place for a Yelp Elite event after party downtown. Nick Zamora charmed our socks off. Great performer. Looking to see him do the same Union and the squad were great mixologists. I enjoyed the regular Devil in the Details, but also tried a coffee tasting Cold Fashioned. I enjoyed both. The service was fantastic. Still a great hangout place for whiskey fans. Will continue to send folks here and try their cocktails again and again. read more

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I'm not a bourbon drinker but i loved the vibe of the place. It was GORGEOUS, if you like whiskey definitely a place to check out! The workers were very nice and welcoming as well, their food smelled delicious but I didn't get the chance to try it. read more

Devils River Distillery - Devil's Old Fashioned - Distilleries Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

This was not a good experience. We popped in to grab a quick drink before a show. The staff was super friendly so no issues there but it all comes down to the whiskey. I ordered a Manhattan and it was no bueno. It was warm, bitter and super weak. Also, a napkin would have been nice. So would have a clean table. Maybe it was just a bad night. I'd give them another shot (pun intended). read more

Devils River Distillery - Warm and bland Manhattan - Distilleries Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Matt is a g! He made the best old fashioned ever. Make sure you ask for him. The distillery was beautiful and the vibe as great!! Give this man a raise read more

Yep! Go here! Bourbon old fashioned and house sauced wings - both were wonderful... staff offered a military/first responder discount too, stop by for a drink or three, it will be worth it. read more

Cool vibe!! Micheal the bartender is cordial and accommodating!! He's knowledgeable about the whiskey they make & serve here!! The "Trident True" is delicious, very refreshing, hint of peach gives it just the right amount of sweetness. The "Old Fashioned" is amazing!! read more

Indoors was classy. Outdoor area was covered. Bar staff was friendly and helpful. Was there early so kitchen wasn't ready, so just had a couple of flights. read more

I'm kind of a light weight and had two mixed drinks in an hour here with seemingly little buzz affect. Not sure if alcohols content is less than other places on their cocktails? read more

Indoor and outdoor seating with a speakeasy in the basement! They offer happy hour from 4-6 daily, you get $3 off all drinks! They offer a variety of cocktails and now serve wine also. The mojito style was amazingggg and I really enjoyed the coffee self one. read more

Devils River Distillery - Espresso self - Distilleries Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

AMAZING speak-easy vibe interior, but that's about all this place has got going for it! got the charcuterie as an appetizer since on the menu it claimed it was made with "PREMIUM MEAT AND CHEESES". now imagine my surprise when i was served a charcuterie board with only SLICED. AMERICAN. CHEESE. assortment crackers that you get from your local grocery store. and the meats? a clump of grease. i was appalled to be served this, it was worse than a lunchable! i wanted to give this place a chance to redeem itself with drinks, but i left after learning this was what they deemed a "premium" charcuterie board to serve to patrons. the description noted "PROVOLONE, AGED SHARP CHEDDAR, AND PARMESAN" not a single one of these were served to me on this board. total false advertisement. read more

Devils River Distillery - disappointment - Distilleries Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

So, I want to say that we were right next door to this spot. It was a really good find and I'm glad that we were so close. We can literally walk out and walk in in 30 seconds. We got in at about 1:00 in the morning or so, and we were greeted by the bartender. He took care of us. He let us try a couple of the different brands of whiskey, and a lot of them were actually super good. I actually ordered a couple of shots of the flagship whiskey and it was actually pretty good, it was actually great honestly. I had zero issues with it. I feel like it'd be really great in an old fashioned. And if you know how I review things, you know that I don't know fashion is my go to. The place is a really big establishment that you can basically have all the space and see that you want. They have live music on a lot of weekend nights so make sure you check that out. Also, on a lot of night you can go downstairs and you can get to the Speakeasy Park of the establishment. And if you know anything about my reviews, you know I love a good speakeasy! I will definitely be coming back before I leave San antonio. The vibe was good, there was not anybody there so we got the full attention of the staff. The staff explained that the Devils river is in several areas and states. I'm not actually from Texas or georgia, but he said that it's in multiple places in the area. I checked that it's actually in my zip code! So I will be picking up a bottle! It's something that is just the right amount of chill, and the right amount of spice and bite. read more

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Devils River was referred to me for being cigar friendly, a good humidor and a great Old Fashion. We were in town for Fiesta and staying down the street so we thought we would give it a try. It's a very nice setup, a good selection of both cigars and whiskey. First off, the service, the guys working were great, friendly and attentive. As the process of making the Old Fashion started, I thought, wow this is going to be great. I hate to sound like a snob but if you're looking for a specific drink with so much history it needs to have a couple of things and these did not. You cannot put ice cubes in this drink, and being a whiskey joint should know, it has to have an ice block/ball or the bourbon gets watered down. So I can't say that they had a great bourbon. Then to make matters worse, no cherry...? Ran out? An Old Fashion done right is artistry, the bartender knew what he was doing but didn't have the supplies. It's a very nice place, enjoyed my cigar but really would have loved my Old Fashion done right. P.S. I like that management reads these reviews and comments; the reviews are consistent with mine. A great venue, great service but the staff isn't being given the tools (supplies) to make the whole visit great. read more