A friend recommended this distillery so we dropped in and had a flight of their whiskies. These are…read more100% barley whiskies so they seem very much like Scotch to me. My favorite of the four pictured was the 100-proof MaltSmith which is their flagship. I liked it a bit better than the single-farm single-season FarmSmith. I didn't care for the PeatSmith simply because I don't like peated whiskey. The Hand Fill was great but the 125 proof was just too much for me. We were well cared for by the young lady who served us. I'm sorry I didn't catch her name but we had a great conversation and she gave us many good recommendations. Thanks to her, we purchased a bottle of MaltSmith and got a membership to CopperWorks so that we can enjoy some of their whisky on a regular basis. We wish we could have taken a tour of the distillery and tried their gin. Next time!

From the time I walked in the door to meet our hosts it was fantastic! Lori, Shawn and Shelby were…read morewelcoming and extremely helpful. They were, all 3 simply AWESOME! Lori handed off to Shawn and Shelby after they all 3 set up and made sure I had what I needed to welcome our team and guests. Excellent service, atmosphere and location. My team and our guests had a really great time and experience. THANK You! (p.s.- Shout out to Harried and Hungry for the delicious food!) -Tracy Casey / Hörmann

Did the whisky flight with the distillery tour. This was one of the most incredible experiences so…read morefar. Jim was an incredible tour host. The staff was very knowledgeable and pleasant. Definitely recommend!

Love love love this place. It's so tiny but the drinks are good. There's exactly 4 seats at the…read morecounter. There's an indoor garage area with a door that rolls up in the summer. There's also a small patio. The drinks are great. You can order from the menu and they can make other things if they have the ingredients. I had an off-menu Boulevardier for instance. Dogs are welcome here.

Founded in 2010, Westland Distillery (located in SODO [SOuth of DOwntown], a neighborhood in…read moreSeattle's industrial district) is a leader in the American single malt whiskey scene. Its Garryana Edition 8 was ranked #3 in Whiskey Advocate's list of 'Most Exciting Whiskey's of 2023'. My wife and I had a chance to visit SODO on a gorgeous October day, and even though we couldn't take their sold-out distillery tour ($25 per adult), still had a wonderful time sampling their wares and enjoying the educational interaction with their whiskey enthusiasts/employees. Westland got acquired by Remy-Cointreau [French company; 3rd largest cognac distiller in the world; created as union between Remy-Martin (founded in 1724) and Cointreau (1849)]. It's MO is to use ingredients from the Pacific Northwest (barley, water, peat), and with its similar cool maritime climate, produce Scotch-like whiskeys (only whiskey from Scotland can be called Scotch, though Scotch doesn't have to be ONLY malted barley). American single malt is now an official US legal classification (since Jan 19, 2025). 'Single' refers to one distillery producing the bottle, and 'Malt' meaning it only uses malted barley as its grain. (The most popular American whiskey is bourbon, mostly made of corn and aged similarly). BG and Trista were our whiskey guides, both knowledgeable and friendly. The lounge had a variety of seating, designed for easy conversation and sipping. A whiskey flight ($13.60, $10 off with purchase) consists of 4 choices (out of 8 offered), so we shared two flights to get the full effect. Getting nibbling snacks [La Panzanella crackers ($5) with Beecher's cheese curds ($12)] that went well with the whiskeys, was a smart choice. Flagship (92 proof) Beer Cast (92) Wine Cast (92) Coleve 4 (100) Garryana 9 (100) Garryana 7 (100) 7862 (106.6) Solum 3 (100) To my pleasant surprise, my wife got really into it, sipping/tasting right along with me. We were able to get 4 (tasting) sips per UK dram. My favorite was the 7862, and my wife's was the Wine Cast (which was Trista's favorite as well). The Flagship is the most popular, and readily available at retail stores. The Solum (8 - 12 ppm) is their peated whiskey, and I couldn't discern the peat (as opposed to something like Laphroaig 10 which has 5 - 10 ppm). As it usually occurs (and supposed to happen), the really enjoyable experience got me to buy (and pay retail price) some of their product to take home. BG did mention that some of their product was sold in California (similar price but far lower tax), and did find their flagship product in liquor stores in Long Beach (also sold in Amazon Fresh stores). I ended up getting a 700ml of their available single cast program (No 7862), aged 9 years for $99, and a 375ml Flagship ($39.99) for my son-in-law. We had come right when the lounge opened, so there still wasn't anybody else there when we left about an hour later. I know that American distilleries are having a tougher time in this political climate while our friendly neighbors up North are shunning American spirits. Nice to support, especially when the product and service are this good. Notes: -- Taxes for retail sold spirits are very high in WA state. 20.5% sales tax and $3.77 per liter tax. -- Phenol parts per million (PPM) are used to measure 'peatiness' in whiskey. Peat (partially decayed plant matter) is used as fuel to roast the malted barley. -- Love the fact that Seattle's climate matches Scotland. When we took a tour of the Nikka distillery in Japan, we learned similar things. It's definitely about it's sense of place (water, type of wood barrel, maturation process). And it was cool that the founders (Nikka, Westland) lived in Scotland to get educated in the process.

Westland Distillery, founded in 2010, has quickly become a trailblazer in the American single malt…read moremovement--a category that's still finding its footing in the U.S. On our tour, we learned how Westland leans hard into local character, especially when it comes to their barrels. They collaborate with nearby mills and coopers to craft casks from Quercus garryana--aka Oregon oak--which adds a bold, spicy, nutty twist to their Garryana series. Westland uses a Washington state peat bog for their peated whiskeys. Their specific peat bog is on land purchased by a retired deputy from Joint Base Lewis McChord. It's whiskey with a Pacific Northwest soul: distinctive, layered, and anything but ordinary. After the tour we enjoyed a guided tasting of four whiskeys. The tasting room is beautiful, reclaimed from its former life as a crane factory. While there is parking in a lot on the side of the building, it is clear marked as a high prowl area and there were two fresh car windows on the ground, as if to prove it. Street parking felt like a much safer option, with more visibility. Because Westland is located in a more industrial neighborhood, there was plenty available. Cheers.

I met up at the Old Log Cabin with my parents and partner to enjoy some Dantini pizza (which is…read moreserved out of their kitchen!) and to hopefully watch the World Cup games happening that evening. We ordered a few of their specialty cocktails, as well as an incredible whiskey sour. The bartender was great and had all our drinks out quickly. At first, we were surprised that they didn't have TVs, so kind of gave up on the idea of watching the game, but they suddenly popped out a projector and had the game on the wall for us to watch! The space is a bit dark but perfect for the projector setup, or for a pre or post-dinner drink. I'd definitely recommend this spot if you're in the Interbay area, we'll be back!

This place is fire! The cocktails are great, the staff is friendly, you can bring your dog and they…read morehave water dishes for them, and you can get a pizza too. I'm taking at least two bottles home. There's music but not too loud, and there are sports on the tv.

Had a great private distillery tour here with the owner! He shared so much about the alchemy and…read morebusiness of making gin and whiskey (bourbon) and we tasted a few samples of each as well. The equipment is complex and high end, having evolved over time as Oola made its name and earned its upgrades. Very open and clean with efficient flow and a nice tasting room. We left with a new bottle of delicious gin complete with layers of botanical flavors. Definitely try Three Shores as well, and take home a bottle - make sure you get the story of it too!

My husband and I booked a distillery tour and the owners, KT and Kirby gave us a really detailed…read moretour and explanation of the distilling process -- I've been to a few distillery tours before, but Kirby's explanation was the first one that really 'clicked' for me and helped me to understand the whole process. I loved their unbridled enthusiasm for their art and getting the chance to ask questions. Then, we got to taste some spirits -- which were phenomenal! We ended the day by making a trip to their restaurant on Capitol Hill, also called OOLA. Highly recommend doing both in a day -- it felt like it allowed us to appreciate everything that went i to what they do so much more. We live about an hour away but will definitely drive back for the restaurant and they're out of this world burger and cocktails!

Great distillery if you want to try something different. Has a good selection of cellos including…read morelemon, grapefruit & blood orange and a range of Amaro apéritifs that will please a range of tastes. Flights were fun and cocktails were really flavorful as well. Highly recommend as something to drink in SoDo!

You f you're a fan of limoncello this is a must stop in Seattle! It's hidden off an alley by the…read morebaseball stadium. Stop by and grab a bottle of this locally made treat. They might even show you how it's made if they aren't busy.

I think about the Salmon Grilled Cheese far too often!! It's a pairing I wouldn't have initially…read moreconsidered, but it's incredible, especially with the tomato jam. We originally stopped in just for drinks, so the high quality food and snacks was a wonderful surprise. The drinks didn't disappoint. I loved the fruity cocktails, like the Blackberry Sour, and my husband was impressed with the whiskey selection. Whether you're in the downstairs courtyard or on the rooftop patio with the fire pits, it's the kind of place you want to sit and stay a while. It's an ideal outdoor summer spot within walking distance of all the shops, but it also has a nice winter whiskey tasting vibe as well. Only thing to note is their hours are a bit funky, so be sure to double check before you head over.

Went to an all girls event here for my first time on 7/25 was in line for drinks and ordered one…read moredrink for $13 i tapped my phone to pay but while my friend was telling me to buy another one so we have to wait in line cause it did take awhile since they only had 2 bartenders, the white blonde girl put in her own tip without me knowing i then told her i was charged wrong she told me no it was the total after tax!! How is it $18 after tax if my drink was only $13 so just be careful and check how much they are tipping themselves cause it was my first drink not sure if she thought i was drunk and wouldn't notice. Horrible experience just for that i wouldn't go again!! I was thinking of tipping her but she didn't even give me the chance she took it and tipped herself that's what got me mad, you should never do that!! You can tell that definitely was not her first time doing that!

A trip to Washington wasn't complete without stopping by Woodinville Distillery--and it absolutely…read morelived up to the hype. From the moment we walked in, everyone made us feel welcome. The facility is beautiful, the tour and bottling process were top-notch, and you can really see the pride they take in every bottle they produce. The highlight of the trip was getting to bottle my very own single barrel selection. Being part of that process made it an experience I'll never forget. I also couldn't leave empty-handed, so I headed home with six bottles and plenty of Woodinville swag. If you're ever in Washington and you're a bourbon or whiskey fan, this is a must-stop destination. Incredible people, an amazing facility, and an unforgettable experience. I'll definitely be back.

We finally came by Woodinville Whiskey Company for a tasting and overall it was a pleasant…read moreexperience. They have a beautiful facility and the tasting room was filled with souvenirs from shirts, jackets, flasks, glasses and all of them looked top-notch. Loved to buy a baseball cap, but my head is 61cm and I must have the velcro closure as the plastic snap hats are just too small & cheap for me. They have a counter bar area strategicly set with no chairs where it's comfortable for four 1/4 to 1/2 oz taste, but you don't get too comfortable. The hostess was pleasant, inviting and we honestly enjoyed reviewing the menu of +10 different whiskeys where we need to pick out 4 of them for the standard flight. They had a cross section of proofs between bourbons and ryes with a premixed old fashioned that was made by aging in maple syrup barrels. My wife went for ryes and i did the bourbons. I started with the 80 proof then navigated toward the highlight of the 115-proof. I was pleasantly impressed how drinkable without the burn going down was the 115-proof as it benefits from a sweeter, corn-forward base + cooler aging that results in better integration and less aggressive burn -- it "drinks easier" than the numbers would suggest. Of course, try what you can and it's great when you can share tastes between 2 people all the choices. For me, I found the cast strength aged 6 years 115 proof to be the best.

Reserved a tasting on a Sunday afternoon and were greeted by the owner. Chill environment with…read moreoutdoor and indoor seating. Owner was gracious enough to include a tour which is not typical for Sundays. Their process and growth was fascinating and I could spend hours learning about their efforts. Food options were limited although the brie, fig jam, and rosemary crackers (cheesemongers cheese & salami plate) was a good palate cleanser. Tried several cocktails and a flight of 4 spirits. They have such a large variety of spirits from spicy (hatch pepper vodka for ex) to intensely aromatic (waquavit for ex) to very sweet (falemum for ex).

Did a gin tasting as a birthday surprise from my boyfriend. The gin was alright. The liqueur,…read moreespecially the coffee one, amazing! They had a few others that were bomb too! I would come back and try more drinks. It was a cute spot and lovely inside!

This was my second time here. Both were great experiences. The staff is very friendly and…read moreknowledgeable. The drinks are delicious. And you can order food from next door (and they bring it over to you). They also have some cool things to buy (alcohol, mixers, syrups, recipe books, etc). They had the football game on which was a nice touch. They have some outdoor seating with a fire pit. They have complimentary valet because parking is limited.

Our family had an engagement party here and it was great! The drinks were all very delicious, fun…read moreand aesthetically pleasing. They made for a great time. The staff was all really great; friendly, patient and helpful in recommendations. They even had the kindest of reactions to broken glasses. They have both indoor and outdoor seating to accommodate but the outdoor is like 1 table and a few chairs. It really is a nice, very small place, to go on a summer day. The food was great too. I wasn't sure if it was from there or catered from next door but I wanted to mention it as well.