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    Ethanology Distillation

    4.7 (85 reviews)
    Closed 1:00 pm - 7:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    ETHANOLOGY DISTILLATION ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Live music
    Outdoor seating
    Good for dancing

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    Our two favorites

    These guys really know their spirits. I feel like we learned so much about the process & live that everything is on-house & local. The place was so friendly. Corwin & Shannon were great and Corwin answered all of our questions on the tour- even the ones that had absolutely nothing to do with distillery.

    Emily G.

    Amazing cocktails. Each one is so thought out and artfully made. Huge menu! Our bartender was so helpful and easy to talk to

    Macy B.

    Great atmosphere and amazing drinks. Outdoor patio is dog friendly. Mixologists are very knowledgeable and their menu has so many unique drinks. The dairy free White Russian is a must for allergen friendly people.

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    Leah G.

    Just go visit this place. Drinks were good, staff friendly and knowledgeable. Vibe is good!

    Fabulous space...indoor and out. The drinks are perfection! Worth watching them each get crafted. Creative and incredibly good. Love this little gem in ER!

    It's a nice place with a good vibe. Not for someone who doesn't really enjoy liquor. They had a live band though which was cool

    Such a fun way to celebrate the 4th!!

    The best! Quality, service, and attention to detail. The cocktails at Ethanology are amazing.

    Kendall M.

    A fun and relaxing indoor/outdoor space to enjoy craft cocktails. My only complaint is that they aren't open more days a week. As a Thursday-Sunday establishment I miss them on my days off from horse showing. Ethanology creates craft specialty cocktails using all of their own liquors. They have gin, vodka, whiskeys and "Mel" a liquor derived from honey. The drinks are all fabulous, I can't wait to try more. I enjoyed the grog style cocktail particularly. The drinks are pricey, at $11-15, but they are hand crafted with only the best ingredients. The menu is fun to read, in a cool, hipster aesthetic. The live music was funky and just the right volume. (We could still communicate) The bartenders were friendly, and the setting was rustic- perfect for Elk Rapids. The patio is dog friendly- I am bringing the pups next time! Ethanology is a fun and vibrant hodgepodge of Big City chic cocktails, woodsy, rustic decor, and a twist of hipster funk.

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    11 months ago

    Amazing drinks and great atmosphere. They are always changing up the menu and I always enjoy the new options

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    10 months ago

    Great bartenders and very inventive drinks. Thursday smash burger night is unreal. The atmosphere is great and have variety of seating.

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    9 months ago

    Knowledgeable mixologists, great atmosphere, fire pits and live music topped off a great experience here.

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    Our favorite cocktail place. Service is top notch and drinks are fantastic!!! Thank you for always making us feel welcomed

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    Thoughtful craft cocktails, friendly & knowledgeable bartenders, beautiful indoor/outdoor place -- ask for Shannon!

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    Great atmosphere drinks service and hospitality! One of the areas best spots for chillaxing with an amazing cocktail!

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    Ask the Community - Ethanology Distillation

    Do they have any food?

    Yes, we offer small plates. Currently on the menu we offer a charcuterie and cheese board, as well as a Mediterranean Medley plate, consisting of olives, chèvre and Marcona almonds.

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    (We could still communicate) The bartenders were friendly, and the setting was rustic- perfect for Elk Rapids.

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