I've been to Fierce Whiskers a few times so obviously I thought pretty highly of it and so I held off on writing this review because I kept vacillating on my overall experience. I want to start off by saying that my experience with staff during my visits has always, ALWAYS been great. From the very first time I walked in and sat at the bar with my friend, every bartender has been great, friendly, engaging, very much excited to talk about the products, excellent drinks. Terrific. I liked it so much that I wanted to throw an event there and this is where my experience turns left. I emailed the events coordinator, no response. We actually went back and spoke with staff and they said they'd also try to send an e-mail. Nothing. When the events manager said it would require paying for the entire space and quoted me an astronomical number which obviously I didn't even entertain. Fast forward to that day and I brought some people there for cocktails anyway. There were like 6 people-I was quoted like 7500 to close out the room. I doubt they made 7500 that day, and now it makes sense that they've been 'temporarily closed' for a few months. read more

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I'm not usually a whiskey person, but decided to check this place out. The distillery has a cool vibe with plenty of outdoor space to relax, chat, and enjoy the weather. Their curated whiskey cocktails were super creative--strong. There's also food trucks if you are wanting to balance out the booze. Overall, a great place to hang with family or friends! read more

Fierce Whiskers Distillery - Distilleries Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Doing Texas Whiskey so while in the Austin area had to try Fierce Whiskers Distillery. Dropped by on a Sunday afternoon. It was nice as the place was not too crowded. We were welcomed as we walked up to the we looked at the menu and ordered a flight of their whisky to try. The place is new, beautiful and has lots of coolness to itself. The whisky was nice but I have to be honest I have had better. Go give it a try as Texas Whisky is growing. They have great tables outside with fans and on the Sunday I went there were 3 food trucks. Enjoy its Texas Whisky. read more

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This distillery was a hidden surprise behind an industrial area. Plenty of parking, but beyond the distillery we noticed a lovely green space. In this space , we spotted a few food trucks and a beautiful green frisbee golf course. Inside- lots of people in parties/groups happily chatting away, drinks in hand. Cool seating areas and decor. Ordered an old fashioned, but was little disappointed that no bitters or syrup were added. It was a bit strong ta sip on, but my son and I traded drinks - he ordered a special on the menu that was pretty good : ) read more

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Super cute distillery close to the city! Fierce Whiskers has a great lawn area to hang out, it's dog friendly and there's blankets to get more comfortable. The inside space is decorated so nicely, and the bartenders are really helpful when choosing a cocktail. They make all of the different spirits in house and the drinks run from $10 to $14. We tried the Take Two $11 and The New Austin $14. Of the two I really like the taste of The New Austin cocktail. The Take Two was basically similar to a pain killer drink. It was nice but I don't think it was as unique as the other. Great space with great sunset views, nice staff and love the cocktails! read more

Fierce Whiskers Distillery - Take Two $11 + The New Austin $14 - Distilleries Near Me - Austin, Texas

We cane here for a pop up event to try some chef's cuisine we follow locally- and wow we were impressed! Amazing service, ample parking, good whiskey drinks- loved it! The prices weren't inexpensive but not super pricey- good mid range. The grounds are nice, lots of oak trees and greenery. We will definitely be back! read more

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I absolutely love this place and am sad I didn't get a chance to spend more time here during my time in Austin. My friend Kevin is very fond of this place and is the one who introduced me to it. We came here one evening, hungry for some good food and a good glass of whiskey. They have a food truck which serves up some delicious Asian fusion skewers. I love the garlic rice that come with the dishes! We then went inside to have some whiskey. The bar gives off that mature bachelor vibe but also kind of feels like one of your lowkey rich friends' living room. Lol at least that's how I'd describe it! The drinks were great, bartenders are friendly... just good vibes all around! In April, they had their first bottle release party and we attended. What a fun event! We got to eat some really amazing bbq, drink some crafty cocktails, and really just have a good time! We met one of the owners who was super chill and down to earth. I really wish these guys great success! I also got a Tshirt to help promote them! :) make sure to check them out on social media as they have random events throughout the months! read more

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First time visit and I loved the ambiance, cocktails and delicious tacos by Texsueno. I stopped by with a group of ladies and we had a great time. Staff was pleasant and the open space was lovely. This spot is definitely worth the visit - I do recommend. read more

Fierce Whiskers Distillery - Old Fashioned (a few sips in) - Distilleries Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Neat little distillery south of Austin downtown. Their bourbon has a fragrance of maple syrup to me. The finish is pleasant and rewarding. Come in and do their offerings in a flight. Order a cocktail and sit out on their shaded patio. Relaxing environment and some nice spirits to enjoy. Great crew to interact with. Make it an evening spot to have a cocktail and just chill. Stop in and see Loretta and the GM Ben. So cool to get to talk to them! Ask about Rutherford B Hayes the name of the distillery and what he has to do with Fierce Whiskers Distillery. read more

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Amazing cocktails... Perfect Ambience.. no pretence. Cool inside... Beautiful outdoor space... Tasty food trucks.

What a hidden gem in East Austin! Came here last weekend with some friends to enjoy some great cocktails with the lovely spring weather and Fierce Whiskers delivered on both. The overall distillery is in a pretty large area with plenty of seating options from outdoor to patio to inside the tasting room. The menu offers classic cocktails such as the old fashioned with new favorites like the el Diablo. They also offer rum, gin & non alcoholic drinks so there's something for everyone. What stood out to me most was the distillery offered plenty of events to make it more of an experience such as tours and tasting classes as well as cocktail dinner events and live music. This is definitely one of my new favorite spots in town and excited to come back here for a future event! read more

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Super glad we visited this distillery. They have whiskey, gin, and agave specialty cocktails and offer tours a few times a day. They also have a food truck on site and a pumpkin patch in the fall. We visited on a beautiful day and all of the employees were so nice and gave great recommendations. I like slightly sweeter drinks so I ordered the Peach Cobbler with a whiskey base and my husband ordered an old fashioned. Both were very good. We'll be back! read more

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Fierce Whiskers has become a go to stop for my wife and I. The cocktails are amazing and tend to change with the seasons. The staff is friendly and love to speak to the spirits they make and serve. The space is absolutely beautiful. Fierce Whiskers is a great spot to take folks from out of town, or maybe even go on a date. Stop in have a drink and you'll for sure have a great time. read more

Fierce Whiskers Distillery - Distilleries Near Me - Austin, Texas

What a hidden surprise this was! Honestly can't go wrong with any drink from here, they've got a great cocktail menu that has all different flavors and is sooo refreshing especially sitting outside on any of their benches where you get a beautiful view of the property. Great sunsets and so wide open, perfect for doggy dates or enjoying the summer sun. We happened to have came on a trivia night which was so fun with our friends, and we each got 3-5 drinks each because they were so freaking good! We were here for hours and still enjoyed the time as it passed. Love the interior just as much as the outside. Really great decor and cute seating areas. They've got food trucks on site as well for any hungry customers, it's away from the city and the noise. It's got tons of parking so super easy to get to and for groups to get together for a fun time! read more

Anything opening up in South Austin is exciting because we have such few options. But this place was a huge disappointment. The bartenders were chatting away and not interested in preparing drinks. They'd lose their place in reading the recipe - yes, reading it - while chit chatting amongst themselves. Took 15 minutes to get 2 cocktails. One was way too sugary and the other was just a big glass of ice. Seating and tables were really dirty - there's no service, you have to bus your own tables. Most of the positive reviews are for the tour. The Tasting Room experience was subpar. read more

Absolutely wonderful and magical place! We arrived around 5:45 after braving Austin traffic, which forced us to skip dinner. When we arrived we were over the moon to see two families of trucks on the property... highly recommend you try them out. The tour was expertly conduced by Colin. It include every step of the process from grain to mash to distilling and removing all but the alcoholic drink. Rick house smells like heaven. Every barrel laid out, including the first. What a great space and project to come out of COVID! Old Fashioned was the best I've ever had, highly recommend. read more

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Very nice distillery sitting on a large piece of land. Kid and dog friendly.There were outside games like corn hole along with picnic tables and food trucks. We did a tour for $15. We were able to try the whiskey before it went in the barrel and after. Pretty cool experience along with a behind the scenes look at the full process. Our tour guide was a very friendly and made the tour fun. The drink prices and tastings are extremely reasonably priced. read more

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I can't believe it's taking me so long to check this place out... I always saw the sign but never made it over. It's a beautiful spot! I love the indoor decor, but the outdoors is where it's at. So much open space, tables, live music, and a few food trucks. Drinks are on the pricier side, but that's Austin now. I wasn't super impressed with my old fashioned--I don't think the guy cleaned the spoon, and it had a tequila taste to it from the previous drinks he had made. Oh well, I like the place enough that I will definitely be back. read more

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If you can, then I suggest the tour! Sophie is very knowledgeable and personable. They just opened in October but this is already one of my fave distilleries ever. The drinks (they have cocktails) are fantastic and creative. They specialize in whiskey and rye. I suggest their bourbon. They also make gin, rum, and agave spirit (tequila basically). You can do a flight of 4 (any spirit) which isn't on the menu. Interior decor is modern with vintage twist. Outside they have a food truck too! read more

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What a gem of a place! I go down the street to Meanwhile all the time, but had no idea this place even existed. Fierce Whiskers excited me as a whiskey fan, but I do like that they have options with rum, agave, gin and other spirits. There is definitely a lot of potential for this space, it is so cute, however they've only been open for 6 months, so they still have room to grow, they don't have much seating outside, and it would be nice to have some music, or yard games, or something to do as you're enjoying a craft cocktail. Hence the lack of star to only 4 stars. I had the Gold Rush for my drink, a whiskey, honey, lemon concoction. That being said, I was here for a happy hour with an organization I am in, and we had a great time. We spread out in the lawn area and everyone had a great time. They also have a delicious food truck on site: Char ATX. More on that in my next review where I'll be talking about the food I got there. Definitely a cute date spot, catching up with friends, but wouldn't say it's great for families or a large group really. I hope that they continue to add on to the space and grow to utilize the space more. I'll be back for sure. read more

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What an amazing place. I would give this far more than five stars. The service, the view, everything about this is top-notch

Extremely underrated Asian owned distillery in Southeast Austin.. It's just around the corner of Meanwhile Brewery, an extremely popular and tending brewery that also has a large outdoor offering. The stark difference in popularity despite being right around the corner of each other is shocking. You have difficulty finding parking at Meanwhile. Meanwhile at Fierce Whiskers, the bartenders actually tend high quality careful drinks. Otoshi Kushiyaki skewers and Texsueno food trucks are also not going to disappoint. Highly recommend. read more

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Amazing location! It's just around the corner from meanwhile brewery, but feels like another world. Definitely not too crowded yet. They have a frisbee golf course on site and discs you can borrow, delicious cocktails and even some amazing non-alcoholic cocktails! Plenty of outdoor space for families, kids, pets, or just you to relax. They have two food trucks on site that are both delicious. Definitely a must go to. read more

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Shoutout to Jerry and Evan for wonderful service. I love the holiday themed cocktails read more

Fierce Whiskers Distillery - Ginger bulk and event drink menu - Distilleries Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I'm in love with Fierce Whiskers! The main interior tasting room and bar area is gorgeous with deep tones of dark blues, leather and wood textures, and moody lighting. The large glass doors open up to a spacious outdoor seating area. The drink menu is fairly priced with cocktails that allow you to taste their very own whiskey, gin, and rum. If you prefer straight whiskey, they have flights/tasting samplers you can ask about. I loved the food truck parked in their lawn (Char ATX) with delicious yakitori (Japanese meat on skewers). They have tours of their facilities which sound really interesting. I think those tours are about $15/person (please verify with Fierce Whiskers for most up-to-date pricing). Good-sized parking lot This place is a hidden gem. Drive past Meanwhile and head straight to Fierce Whiskers. ;-) read more

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Nestled off Burleson, near Meanwhile Brewery, this distillery has a lot to offer. Smart interior, crafty mixologists with jaunty banter, and a beautiful outdoor area. Not to mention their spirits. They make more than just smooth whiskey; they have gin and rum, too! Great space for a date, group of friends or coworkers, or even a big party. I hope they add more lawn games, more fairy lights, and maybe a stage to make staying longer even more appealing. read more

Came here with my dad on a distillery tour of south Austin, and this was by far our favorite experience. The booze is really good. My favorite was the agave spirit. They have seasonal cocktails. They have an incredible view and a giant lawn shaded by trees. What's not to like? read more

Very chic cigar whiskey bar with a view. I loved my experience here. The general manager Grant was our tour guided, who was extremely knowledgeable. Date night: The indoor couches give you the opportunity to have an intimate conversation or the chair in the grass looking up at the sky. Live music: We enjoyed listening to live music and drinking Paloma's and Old Fashions. Food: Food truck onsite is A-amazing. Just go for the Brussels sprouts if you don't drink. Outdoor experience: Frisbee golf. Why not! Just give the bartender your ID to hold and start playing. Cornhole. Show off your skills. Kid friendly: Sometimes you want have a place that allows your kiddos to run free without judgement. We saw several kiddos during the day playing in the grass while the parents listened to music and enjoyed the refreshing cocktails. I'm sure they played paper rock scissors to see who was DD. Overall, the whiskey is good. I enjoyed how they were able to make some of my favorite beverages with whiskey. Like a Paloma. Whiskey may not be your cup of tea, but hear me out there are plenty of options here for you. If you enjoy whiskey, try a flight. 10 out of 10, I do recommend read more

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Spent a lazy Sunday afternoon here. The summer menu is awesome and will definitely come back to try more of the menu. I opted for the old fashion to try their bourbon and it was smooth. Since it was a hot Memorial Weekend, we also had a few of their frozen slushes. What better flavor than 'watermelon sugar' and what a high! The candied straw was a nice touch. They have tours too which I wanna take soon. They produce whiskies, agave liquor, Gin, and rums. There's a mobile Izakaya food truck on site and there's plenty of outdoor space as well as a phenomenal indoor seating area. read more

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Fierce distillery is odd in that I actually like the grounds and the vibe more than the drinks. The interior is classy and upscale, the grounds are sprawling, and the food truck options are great (with a special not to texsueno). That being said, the drinks are...just okay. Maybe above average, depending on what you order. The old fashioned was just okay. I chatted with one of the bartenders and he recommended a boulevardier, which was also just okay. One of the bartenders had an attitude and seemed like he absolutely didn't want to be there...bummer. Still worth a visit for the ambiance alone. It's just around the corner from Meanwhile brewing, but it couldn't feel more different (read: calm and classy). If you're visiting on a Summer day, get here early. Interior seating is limited and lines to order form pretty quickly. read more

Sophie was a great tour guide!!! Learned a lot about distilling!! This place is merging the latest technologies with old world craftsmanship!! Great experience!! Wish I could buy a bottle but they are not for sale yet!! read more

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I'm calling this my hidden gem, i don't want them to get too popular because it was so nice to not have a crowd! I love a parking lot so you know we're off to a great start. The decor, details, and the space is just beautiful. The staff was so friendly and knowledgeable, they even made my friend an off menu drink specific to her taste! The outdoor space is dreamy, lush and green. Lots of seating perfect for the family including your furry ones. Wishing them all the success. read more

Fierce Whiskers Distillery - Distilleries Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Such a great spot in Austin! Their cocktails are delicious (tried the hot toddy and the old fashioned and they were very tasty!). The bartenders were friendly and knowledgeable. There are great seating options both indoors and outdoors. read more

Fierce Whiskers Distillery - Old fashioned - Distilleries Near Me - Austin, Texas

Excellent tour by Collin. Great insights, tasting, and learnings. Very patient with large groups and loves showing us the fermentation process. read more

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Finally decided to try this place and WOW!!! As u walk in u are blown away with the decor and layout of the place . The atmosphere is on point. I definitely recommend a whisky tour.... Our Guide Sophie was super friendly and knowledgeable about the whiskies and the process . Would definitely recommend this place to friends and family visiting Austin :) Tip: they have monthly food event experiences with cocktail pairings that are always different. read more

Fierce Whiskers Distillery - Bar - Distilleries Near Me - Austin, Texas

I feel apathetic about this spot and won't go out of my way to return. The whiskey here is a bit below average in my opinion. It's hard to make whiskey in Texas because it gets so hot here that the whiskey evaporates fast in the barrels. So they can't age it as much as in cooler places or they would lose too much of the product. Thus it tastes young and not very complex (in my opinion). And it should be relatively affordable because it doesn't age for as long. Their whiskey was fine, but nothing great. The pour was affordable, but I would never purchase a bottle at the prices they are asking. For the same price you can get a much better product that was aged 10-12 years instead of 3. I was shocked by their prices, it's very presumptuous. Buildings themselves are in an industrial area/ office park which is odd. Once you get onto the property it feels like its own place and is pretty and peaceful, but you can still see office park buildings around. It feels forced. The Interior of the buildings are very nice. Their rickhouse was cool, similar style to the ones in central KY with a modern twist One of the bartenders was nice and welcoming, the other was a bit cold when I was asking basic questions about the property and brand and product. Kept telling "they wont tell me that stuff, I'm just a bartender" I didn't take a tour, so I can't comment on it. Overall the place felt engineered and it lacked a soul. Kinda synthetic read more

Coming back a few years later and this place is still great. Drinks are even nicer than before. There is just one food truck now but it's still good. read more

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i visited fierce whiskers for the first time for their cinco de mayo event. wow, this place exceeded all my expectations. it's literally a minute away from meanwhile and i didn't know about it until recently. the vibe is so chill compared to meanwhile. the bar space inside is small but tastefully decorated. the outside has SO much space and beautiful trees. also, there's no chaotic children running around. it's a great place for adults who just want a relaxing time. the old fashioned and cinco drinks were all outstanding. even the maraschino cherries were delicious. you can tell the bartenders are passionate about their craft. there's a mexican food truck (texsueño) and asian food truck (otoshi) on-site. i prefer otoshi but they are both great options. in a way, i'm kinda glad not many people know about this place. it feels very special. it feels very austin. i can't wait for my next visit. read more

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Went to Fierce Whiskers today for cocktails. We've been here a few times and have enjoyed it each time. The cocktails are amazing and the food from the food truck was delicious. The establishment is so comfortable and not too noisy. The proprietor thanked us for coming. We'll definitely be back. read more

Fierce Whiskers Distillery - Cocktails from Fierce Whiskers - Distilleries Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great young distillery. I cannot wait until their liquors have matured and are available for mass consumption. Their rye and gin were amazing, even as young as they are. The distillery and tasting room are very nice and a great place to have a drink with some friends. I see good things in their future. read more

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