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    Hope Springs Distillery

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    Independent Distilling Company

    Independent Distilling Company

    4.6(34 reviews)
    11.6 mi
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    Strong sips, chill vibes -- but not for the faint of heart!…read moreWe stopped by Independent Distilling Company after finding a great Groupon for a flight tasting (up to 6 spirits). Heads up -- free street parking is available, but the road is narrow, so hug that curb! From the outside, the place might seem small, but the inside opens up nicely. The decor leans rustic, with stools and cozy couches for seating. We opted for the stools and visited right at opening, so the owner and bartender were still getting things going. The tasting includes nearly their entire spirit menu -- 6 out of 7 offerings -- and let me tell you, these pours are not light. Each one was a bold, high-proof experience (bartender mentioned 72 proof, if I remember right). I can handle my liquor, and even I was surprised by the strength! We stayed for about an hour to let the tastings settle in. Out of the six, I personally liked two -- my fiancée didn't enjoy any, but that's just personal taste. I wouldn't return for myself, but it was absolutely worth visiting at least once and supporting a local spot. Plus, you can only imagine how great their cocktails are based on the flavor of these spirits. Here's a quick breakdown of what we sampled: Independent White Rum - Light molasses with grassy, peppery notes. Silver medal winner. Barrel Aged Rum - Butterscotch, honey, oaky vanilla. Voted Best Georgia Distilled Spirit. Hellbender Corn Whiskey - Strong corn flavor, hay, green apple, and caramel popcorn vibes. Fowler's New World Gin - Bright and botanical. Notes of citrus, herbs, and spice with an American twist. Hellbender Bourbon - Oak-forward with vanilla, burnt orange, and baking spice. Classic and robust. Outlier No. 21 (Port Cask Finish) - Aged 9 years, finished in port casks. Deep, rich, fruity, and complex. If you're into small-batch craft spirits with character and kick, definitely swing by. Just don't come on an empty stomach -- you've been warned.

    I stopped in on a random Saturday afternoon and ended up having a great time. They distill their…read moreown Rum (white and aged) and whiskey (rye, bourbon & corn). They offer flight tastings and cocktails. The atmosphere is very relaxed. While they don't serve food, they have food vendors rotate. On the day I went, Mama's Empanadas were scheduled. They hadn't arrived by the time I left , so I'm hoping to catch them another time. The bartender was fantastic and checked on me often. Their cocktails are very unique. The two I had were delicious, but my favorite was the "Rock You Like A". It's a tiki inspired cocktail that contains rum, macadamia nut syrup, orange cordial, guava syrup, grenadine and lime. I really enjoyed my time here and look forward to returning.

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