KO Distilling

4.7 (110 reviews)

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KO Distilling - Bar and tasting room - Distilleries Near Me - Manassas, Virginia

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Darius D.

We had our wedding party dinner and the private room space was perfect. It had just enough room for everyone to move around and enjoy the party. The environment gave a vintage/classy yet casual feel to it. We were able to bring in our own catering and purchased drinks from their bar if we wanted. The location sits it a hidden industrial plaza but that is exactly fine because it doesn't have heavy traffic coming in and out of the area. I'll definitely come in when my friends come to visit and grab a small drink.

Raymond J.

Friendly and educated staff, really nice job on the whiskey and Bourbon. Probably only thing missing is some food. But really nicely priced bottles and seriously good spirits. Not a gin fan so I wouldn't try it, but for those that do I'm sure it's good. Got a barrel top cheaper than other places in Kentucky. I'd come back and there wasn't anything that was bad. For a small place to have as many awards is pretty solid. Definitely would come back

Alicia M.

Great service and delicious whiskeys and gin. Highly recommend doing a flight or two (share and you can taste more!). The cocktails are also amazing. I had the Spices pear mule as it is Fall. Richard was our whiskey steward and did an excellent job along with Greg in explaining all the nuances of the different proofs and all of their liquors. The ambiance is that of a sophisticated bar with casual friendly demeanor that makes you feel like you have been coming here for years.

Always a great place to stop. Great service.

E M.

Always a great place to stop and taste their bourbon. The nine year old bourbon is awesome. The service is fantastic.

Armistead J.

I had the most amazing time visiting KO Distilling. Everyone was SUPER polite and knowledgeable. If you have the pleasure of running into Greg then you are definitely in for a treat! He knows something about everything and can provide you with so much information while making the perfect drink.. And breaking down your whiskey, bourbon and gin fact. I absolutely love how down to Earth this place is. Also the ambience of this place is wonderful . So if you're in the Manassas area with your friends and looking for something to do this place is a definite check out .

Bella J.

Awesome distillery with great tasting cocktails, hospitable and knowledgable staff. I also got fancy sugar from here to make cocktails at home. Highly recommend this place.

Jessica L.

I yelped this spot, as it was close to the tulip farm (Burnside Farms). I am SO glad we stopped in. It wasn't busy when we first got there around 2:30, so we felt like we got the VIP treatment from the get go! We were greeted and seated by Idil, and then she gave us a thorough rundown. Since it's considered an ABC establishment, you can only order 3 oz per person, per day, but lemme tell you- three cocktails is all you'll need! My girlfriend only got two. I got two drinks off the menu, and then Idil suggested making her own concoction for my third, which was perfect. While they don't sell food per se, they do sell hummus with pretzels & a meat/cheese tray. We did get the hummus & pretzels, and were very happy campers.

Lia M.

I went to Manassas for ice cream but wanted check out other places in the area and while researching distilleries, KO Distilling appeared. I was not familiar with it, or their Bare Knuckle brand, but it's highly rated and with great reason. The entire experience is fantastic and all masking, distancing, and hygiene protocols are followed. The tasting room is warm and welcoming and there is outside seating as well. Greg, a Certified Bourbon Steward, was my tasting guide (no tours at this time) and he was fantastic. He's funny and amazingly knowledgeable. I've done distillery tours and tastings before but learned more with Greg than I had at the others combined. I highly recommend booking your tasting with Greg. You can also book through OpenTable, instead of calling, which is nice. I also appreciated that as a solo taster, I was made to feel quite comfortable. When I visited, KO Distilling accepted credit cards, but you can only tip in cash, so be sure to bring some (no app tipping either--I asked about Venmo). I did the four spirit tasting and tasted the barrel-finished gin, rye, bourbon, and single barrel bourbon. I didn't care for the gin, which surprised me, as I thought I would love the aged flavor, and I'm a huge gin fan. The rye and bourbon were both great; the single barrel bourbon is outstanding. It's smooth, caramel-y, and a bit smokey and cinnamon-y. You can also taste cocktails as well. I'm really mad at myself for not buying the bourbon, as I thought I'd be back in a few weeks, but that has not yet happened. However, I'm still planning to return shortly. KO should absolutely be on your must-try list.

Ang K.

We came here months ago and had a nice time. We tried a flight and also ordered drinks from the menu. I think we ended up taking home to small batch rye which was really good. Nice staff and a good amount of seating indoors, as well as outdoors.

Leinani S.

This is a really nice local distillery which offers both distillery tours and tasting or just cocktails and snacks. My group decided to go with the cocktails and snacks so we ordered up a flight of cocktails each. Each cocktail comes with a shot glass taster of the spirit used to make it so that you can try them neat as well which I thought was a really nice touch. My favorite was the hot spiced cider. The cocktails on offer rotate with the seasons so since it was wintery and chilly several warm cocktails were available and the fireplace was roaring adding to the overall warmth and cheer. The distillery is small so it's best to book a table in advance especially if you have a larger group. Snacks and drinks are fairly priced and service is personable and quick. The boxing theme runs throughout and they have some nice merchandise displays. Overall just a very pleasant way to pass a chilly afternoon with friends.

Taranjeet S.

Took the Groupon for tour. Tour was very informative. Drinks are very reasonably priced. Don't forget to tip the severs cash as they are not allowed to accept anything on card. Would come back.

Nina W.

This distillery is fantastic! It was my first ever visit to a distillery, and I didn't really know what to expect. I bought a Groupon for a tour for four people plus shot glasses. My group was looking for something different to do, so we said why not?!! When you first walk in, the decor is spot on. It has an industrial/rustic chic thing going on with lots of leather and wood furniture pieces. We started our tour with Ed who was unassumingly funny! You can tell he's done his research and is super knowledgeable. Apparently, he also does wine tours at local wineries and has a bit of a fan base that follows him around. After touring the facilities and learning about the distilling process, we went to do the tastings. The staff in the tasting room were also friendly and accomodating. My group was only interested in trying the whiskeys, so I can't speak on the gin but have heard it is good. We liked the Bare Knuckle American wheat whiskey, so purchased a bottle of that to go. I would highly recommend a visit here even if distilleries don't particularly interest you. The staff, ambiance, and drinks were awesome!

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Newer Virginia distillery in Manassas. I think these guys are on to something. Their products are outstanding, with the small caveat that they could use more finishing in the barrel. They're working on that, though. Great job, guys! read more

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Frank H.

3 years ago

This place sucked ass!, I've been to lesser know distilleries, that have way better product, and better customer service! .. the employees here, have a serious attitude problem.. I almost reached over the counter, and pulled the fool to the floor .. save your time, money & patience.. and go somewhere else! ... Trust Me! read more

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Ann S.

7 years ago

Incredibly friendly staff! The tour was very informative, our tour guide was happy to answer all of our questions. Lots of tasting options & they were more than happy to accommodate everyone in the group. Loved the atmosphere of the tasting room, their gin is the best I've tried during a craft distillery tour, definitely prefer it over some "top shelf" brands. read more

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Luis N.

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Got the best attention from Greg, Amy and Sara. Amy explained in detail every single type of Gin, whiskey and bourbon we tasted. Greg cocktails are amazing and created personalized cocktails right in spot , their hospitality was superb! Can't wait to be back with more friends. read more

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Maureen R.

Thanks for your review! We're so glad that you had a great…

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Christine S.

4 years ago

What an unexpected hidden gem!!! Greg was so knowledgeable and entertaining! We learned so much and thoroughly enjoyed our tastings!!!! It was such a friendly and inviting environment!! Can't wait to go back!!!! read more

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Love the products!!! The decor is warm and comfy! Staff is friendly and informative Aimee and Brendan rule!!! Thank you all read more

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Chris M.

3 years ago

I don't even know if I would call this a distillery... I'm surprised y'all even has it on their page.. I would be ashamed of myself giving it one star.. it reeks to high heaven as soon as you walk in.. everybody is rude to you when you try and ask questions.. like something is going on they don't want you to know... They made my son took his tail between his legs... Didn't even bat an eye... I tasted some of what they brew out of there long neck bottles.. I'd rather have a naughty light in a glass with ice... These people should be ashamed of how they treated me and my son..granted my son is of the age..but he is special and they did did everything I could to make him not feel that way... Never go here never think about going here I hope the market crushes you read more

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Aimee C.

Sorry! We don't have brew or long necks. Children are welcome at KO…

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Mike B.

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World class alternate to Napa, Bourbon Trail and Rte 66 traffic will surprise you if you're expecting a hole in the wall, local dig. Beautifully appointed, clean and comfortable. A great meet up place. Yes, it is homey, easy to get to and full of friendly hosts. The by-product of this staycation destination is some pretty good hooch which will only get better. Lots of room in three different areas not including the patio and distillery. It's a step to the side and one up on all the breweries and wineries. read more

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Maureen R.

We're so glad that you enjoyed your visit, Mike! Cheers!

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Lauryn G.

7 years ago

We had a great experience at KO Distillery and will be back. The tour was nothing exciting, but their gin and whiskey were both noteworthy. The bartenders were friendly and knowledgeable about their products and flavor profiles of their drinks. The prices are reasonable, and their tastings are a must! The tasting options can include mixed drinks, so if you're a 30 something that can't drink straight liquor anymore, they have you covered. Also, there was a heavenly smoked drink that is worth trying. Check this place out! read more

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Ashleigh R.

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Pretty cool brewery. They give you wristbands upon entering the vicinity. There's a separate room for liquor tastings aka the bourbons from the general merchandise and bar. When I went they were offering free tours of the brewing area which was pretty cool. A barbecue for truck was outside which offered pretty tasty food. Besides the truck, their food options are limited so plan ahead if you're hungry! Tons of seating areas inside. One thing I do want to call out or mention is that they don't have TVs so if you're expecting to catch a game while sipping a brew, you may be disappointed. read more

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Karisa G.

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KO Distilling is a new distillery in the area. When you walk inside, you feel like you're in someone's home and not a distillery. The furniture is warm and inviting, the bar area has a homey feel, and there is plenty of natural light from the windows. Currently KO Distilling makes their own gin and white whiskey. They offer tastings where you can try their spirits. The tasting is short (3 in total) but they take the time to explain what the spirits are and make suggestions of how to mix them. During our tasting, they offered mixers for us to try tonic water for the gin and ginger ale to mix with the white whiskey. I really liked their gin. It drinks smooth and is a good base for a gin a tonic. They also offer tours for $6.00 each. The tours last 30 minutes and they take you through the process of making their spirits. They are also working on bourbon, but it will take awhile for them to sell it. The staff was nice and answered all our questions. We met the "O" from the KO Distilling, Mr. and Mrs. O'Mara who did our tasting. You can tell they care about their product. read more

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Jeannie M.

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We had purchased a Groupon, wondering what to expect. In the end we enjoyed our time and money spent here. The employee there that day was so helpful and chatty. He explained everything and answer what was probably a million annoying questions. I left with a bottle or two and great experience. Thanks! read more

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Vince E.

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7 years ago

I basically tripped over this place while helping my nephew with his car. I never would have found KO if I hadn't driven up from Spotsylvania to do a favor for my nephew. tucked into an industrial park, across from an auto repair shop I found KO Distilling. So I stopped in to look around. Do not let the unassuming exterior fool you. These folks are serious about their spirits. I was greeted warmly by Greg. The way he spoke about the place and its history, I assumed he was the owner. Then he told me it was his first day. Greg is an aficionado for sure. I ordered the bourbon/whiskey flight. It was a great deal. For $15 you get 6 tastes - probably about 1/2 a shot. Greg walked through each one and even taught me some things about how better to enjoy and appreciate the spirits. I highly recommend visiting this place. read more

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Elizabeth S.

5 years ago

Great experience and service. Enjoyed stopping here for pre-dinner cocktails and highly recommend.

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Barbara T.

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6 years ago

So amazing! Sara was so informative and made the BEST cocktails! I highly recommend the French 142! All the gins were fantastic and the ambiance of the facility was breathtaking! read more

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Maureen R.

Thank you for your review, Barbara! We're so glad to hear that you…

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Jen M.

4 years ago

Great tour and tasting with Greg. Fun to learn about this local craft distillery and taste their delicious spirits!

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Barbara M.

5 years ago

Although I'm not a 'beer' drinker. I do embellish on 'cocktails, mixed drinks' from time to time. Hey someone has to be DD. :) I love the atmosphere, the appearance and the friendly staff that work here. Dana is SUPERB and always brings me a 'tasty' concoction to enjoy. They also have candles, sauces and other wonderful items to buy. Their bourbon is delicious too. Sitting on the couch by the fireplace is like being at 'home'. read more

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Craig A.

3 years ago

I've been going every time I'm in DC. They say their for the military . Actions speak louder than words. Nothing for military personnel. Now the drinks taste like crap. So now whenever I'm in DC I'll find a new distillery. read more

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Tiffanie W.

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5 years ago

My favorite distillery! The staff is incredible! Aimee and Sarah know just what we like and the best recommendations. I love that they're always trying to come up with new cocktails for their customers to enjoy. And the spirits are just beyond amazing! They're a staple in my home and now I love to give them as gifts! You need to stop by because you won't regret it! read more

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Bob G.

5 years ago

Good people, good whiskey, and good times. Reasonably priced. Clean, laid-back, welcoming, and... ...comfortable. Some interesting rye that doesn't bring heavy pepper or spice; a creamy mouth feel that reminded me of butter. Greg, our guide, really did make the day complete. Well worth the trip and I'm sure we'll be back. read more

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Diana P.

5 years ago

We've been meaning to come here for years. Wow, what a wonderful experience. Greg and Amy were so informative and fun. My husband leans towards the Bourbons and Whiskeys while I'm a Gin girl. Get the Navy g&t and the cucumber g&t. Both delicious!!! Will be back sooner than later. read more

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Maureen R.

Thanks so much for stopping by and for taking the time to share your…

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Thomas B.

6 years ago

We came to try out the local bourbons. We tried the bourbon, whiskey and gin. Did not find one we disliked. They were pet friendly and brought out water bowls for our 2 dogs. They even custom made me a cocktail to meet my dietary restrictions. Excellent find! read more

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Jerry Z.

6 years ago

Our visit to KO distillery was amazing and highly recommended. Gregg welcomed us and he was so knowledgeable in the science of distilling and transforming the results into wonderful product. We got a 4 shot tasting and and greg provided us a fascinating explanation on how each of the brands were developed . We learned so much on the steps to make bourbon, as well as their other lines.They also make many unique cocktails that are fantastic. We bought 2 bottles and are enjoying it. We intend to return to KO in manassas and you all should. For folks traveling, its so easy to slip over from I 95 from SR 234 over to mananasas and return back on I 66. Its really great to see how Virginia has grown to be an amazing state for craft beers, wines and now craft distilleries. Enjoy read more

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Collyn Weinberg A.

8 years ago

Had a great tour and tasting this afternoon! Our tour was led by Larry who included just enough "science" with his explanations to keep us all interested and for non science folks to understand. The tastings were interesting and well, tasty! We opted for the "Cocktail" version and loved the combinations of gin and whisky with "mixers". Will definitely return to try some signature drinks and relax in their welcoming, cozy location. read more

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Matthew S.

9 years ago

Great tasting gin! Just want to make that clear from the beginning. Aside from that the tour was enjoyable- not so long that it becomes boring but long enough that you've learned a great deal about the process of distilling. Came with my wife for a tour and tasting. I did feel a bit rushed through the tasting though, which isn't great when you're sampling liquors. Staff was very polite and answered all of our questions. read more

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I took the tour and did the cocktail tasting; it was fantastic! The tour was informative and the liquor tasting is a can't miss. The gin is the best liquor right now (Navy strength in particular), but the bourbon will be great when it ages a bit more. Take the tour and taste the liquors, you won't regret it! read more

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Gregory B.

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8 years ago

I visited this distillery with my wife and son yesterday. We took the tour led by Larry and he showed us their process for making their gin and whiskey. It was a great tour for a small distillery. We then tried the classic tasting where they serve you a sample of their three gin products and four whiskey products. We enjoyed the tasting and we ended up buying some gin and whiskey to bring home. I recommend if you are in the Northern Virginia area to make a trip out here to the KO Distillery! read more

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V H.

7 years ago

The staff is SO NICE! Came here just out of curiosity because it is so close by. I will definitely be back. Great drinks! They let us know we can come in w food too. Can't wait to order some pizza and park by the fire. read more

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Maureen R.

That sounds like a fantastic picnic by the fire! We look forward to…

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James G.

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I paid KO Distilling a visit on a trip back east. Thoroughly enjoyed the tasting and the tour. I learned so much about distillation. I had no idea on how much effort is put into a bottle of Gin. Everyone there was real friendly and the atmosphere was very relaxed. I did both the tasting and the tour. read more

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Eric B.

7 years ago

Good flight options for tastings. Didn't checkout the menu or see if one was offered. Tasty drinks and friendly staff.

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Jeff H.

8 years ago

Stopped in to sample some product and was impressed with the quality. I had two whiskey flights, another had a gin flight and everyone else had some signature cocktails. Great atmosphere while sampling great spirits. read more

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Robert L.

8 years ago

We did a tour. Four friends from Burke/ Fairfax Station showed up as a gift from one friends wife. The location was a little surprising; however, when we walked in we met Peter. The inside and operation was impressive. I have been to several of these tours on cruises and Jim Beam and Jack Daniels. These guys have an extremely well managed operation. The taste of Gin ( non Gin drinker) and Wiskey was impressive and reasonable cost. This young company will do well. We all bought a bottle and tee shirts too. We will come back. Peter is a great front man. The head distillery expert chatted with us too. Extra cool. read more

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Cina M.

7 years ago

Had so much fun sitting around a fire on leather sofas sipping great whiskey with friends. Wonderful drinks at reasonably prices. Definitely recommend. read more

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Heather C.

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I came here on a busy weekend day and had a great time! Despite the rush, bartender was attentive and friendly and recommended the cocktail tasting, which was totally worth it. Love the retro rustic vibe, will be back for sure! read more

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Brian R.

9 years ago

The staff is awesome, and so are the spirits! Ed is very informative on the tour, and the tastings are far more personal than I'm used to (compared to local wineries). read more

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James J.

8 years ago

Visited on a Sunday afternoon when it was fairly slow. When we walked in one of the workers asked us if we wanted a tour. The tour was ok but most of it was him complaining about the restrictions set by ABC. When I got my bill he charged us for the tour, but never told us prior to the tour that they charge for that. As far as the products, the whiskey was eh but the gin was good. I can't recommend because of the poor service and all of the complaining. read more

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Maureen R.

James -- Thank you for your comments, they are appreciated. We are…

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Barbie T.

8 years ago

Friendly staff-- we were a large(ish) group that came upon this place while doing a self-guided alcohol tour of N. Virginia. They gave us a tour of the distillery -- which all of us enjoyed. We took part in the cocktail sampling of gins, whiskeys, rye and bourbon. Very interesting to taste all of these varieties in one sitting. The cocktails were AMAZING! Also- the bathrooms were nice (which is important to me!). I highly recommend going here! Ample parking on site as well. read more

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Love having a local distillery to get great bourbon and gin from, and the staff are all very friendly.

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Travis D.

6 years ago

A true gem of a find. For a spur of the moment trip, this place was a fantastic find. Our guide Greg, was incredibly knowledgeable and you could tell he loved working here. The vibe is cozy and the liquor is tasty. Be sure to stop in with your most challenging question for Greg and be ready to learn a thing or two about your favorite spirits. read more

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Shannon W.

6 years ago

My boyfriend and I decided to go to KO Distilling on Valentine's Day for the first time. The experience was absolutely amazing thanks to Greg who was the most knowledgeable person I have ever met in terms of spirits (whiskey in particular). Not only did I leave having tried an amazing selection of whiskey/bourbon but I left with a better understanding of the whiskey making process and the chemistry behind it all! Thank you Greg for making it such a great experience! read more

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10381 Central Park Dr
Ste 105
Manassas, VA 20110
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(571) 532-5712
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Hours

What time does KO Distilling open?

KO Distilling opens at 2:00 PM on Thursday.KO Distilling opens at 1:00 PM on Friday.KO Distilling opens at 12:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does KO Distilling close?

KO Distilling is closed on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.KO Distilling closes at 7:00 PM on Thursday and Saturday.KO Distilling closes at 8:00 PM on Friday.KO Distilling closes at 5:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Wed ClosedThu 2:00 PM - 7:00 PMFri 1:00 PM - 8:00 PMSat 12:00 PM - 7:00 PMSun 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Payment methods

Does KO Distilling take Bitcoin?

No, KO Distilling does not take Bitcoin.

Does KO Distilling take credit cards?

Yes, KO Distilling takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does KO Distilling have catering options?

No, KO Distilling does not have catering options.

Does KO Distilling have a drive thru?

No, KO Distilling does not have a drive thru.

Does KO Distilling have a happy hour?

Yes, KO Distilling has a happy hour.

Does KO Distilling serve alcohol?

Yes, KO Distilling serves alcohol. Full Bar

Services

Is KO Distilling by appointment only?

No, KO Distilling is not by appointment only.

Indoor Amenities

Does KO Distilling allow dogs?

Yes, KO Distilling allows dogs.

Does KO Distilling have TVs?

Yes, KO Distilling has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does KO Distilling have bike parking?

Yes, KO Distilling has bike parking.

Does KO Distilling have outdoor seating?

Yes, KO Distilling has outdoor seating options.

Does KO Distilling have parking?

Yes, KO Distilling has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is KO Distilling wheelchair accessible?

Yes, KO Distilling is wheelchair accessible.

Does KO Distilling allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, KO Distilling allows outdoor smoking.

Does KO Distilling have free WiFi?

Yes, KO Distilling has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Discover award-winning Virginia spirits at KO Distilling. Enjoy whiskey & gin tastings, handcrafted cocktails, and bottles to take home in our Manassas tasting room.

History

Established in 2013.

Bill Karlson and John O'Mara founded KO Distilling in 2013, and they opened it to the public in 2015. Today, KO distilling is the 6th largest distillery in Virginia, and we strive to provide an educational and entertaining tourism destination for all our visitors. Visitors can enjoy touring our production floor and sampling our craft spirits, or they can rent out the distillery for private events.

Meet the Business Owner: Bill K. and John O.

Former US Merchant Marines and Navy Reservists Bill Karlson and John O'Mara weren't content with sitting idle after their retirements, so in 2013 they began their journey to create craft spirits with local ingredients and high-quality methods. Bill and John's backgrounds in engineering inspire their advanced distilling processes, and their passion for great spirits drives their attention to quality and detail.

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“I've done distillery tours and tastings before but learned more with Greg than I had at the others combined.”

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Omg ok let me organize my thoughts because this brunch experience blew my mind!!!…read more I live fairly close to two silos, and I always really enjoy my time there. I have been there several times before they started expanding and I remember seeing the signs go up and the excitement of what would come next. Fast forward several months maybe even a year and my friend suggested we go to brunch at this new spot called proof kitchen. It didn't occur to me until yelping that this was one of the new additions to the two silos (villagio group) kingdom! The second I found out that I would get the chance to finally try out this spot. Any other options that were on the table were immediately thrown out and we decided to go here. The menu looked really impressive and let me tell you the menu itself was not nearly as impressive as what was presented to us when we ordered, and our food arrived. It was really hard to pick an option... I was really impressed because quite a few of the options I've never even heard of before or thought of. For example, the crab Rangoon dip was so great. Just the right amount of sweetness and a bunch of lump crab meat. I love how they want above and beyond, even just with the wonton chips. The server was incredible and he brought over more chips for us without us even asking, and I don't recall any additional surcharge. We were here to celebrate my girlfriend's upcoming wedding and got to open her save the dates! The brunch was perfect. The grill time was lovely and the food was spectacular. The beverages were really delicious too! My friend ordered a flatbread that came with eggs. My other friend ordered the pancake with the berries that I almost ordered. When her pancake came out, we were all absolutely floored at the presentation! Firstly, the pancake was extremely thin, full of flavor and covered in delicious fresh berries. It took up the whole plate!! fortunately, I didn't also order that because I ended up being able to eat several bites of it to help my friend finish her meal. Portion sizes are very generous!! which we love in this economy... we also ordered the fry trio, which was so elevated in the most simple and flavorful way you absolutely must order this. I ended up just ordering the side of mac & cheese that was really gooey and flavorful which to me are the two main components of a good mac & cheese. Overall, we all agreed that we must come back. The food was lovely service was truly top-notch and the restaurant itself was beautiful New and modern. It was cool to be able to walk through and then also check out the distillery next-door and the merch!

Love this place, especially for its top notch service…read more 1. Reservation: necessary. Or else, you won't be seated like at all. They are usually booked till 9 pm if Fridays and Saturdays. 2. Food: 4 stars Delicious, huge portions. 3. Drinks: 4 stars They look good and taste good but nothing where you will go omg. But very solid drinks. 4. Service: 5 stars. They really are amazing!

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Proof Kitchen and Bar - Stunning bar complete with high top tables, bar seating, and a vintage mirror display that showcases the collaboration with MurLarkey.

Stunning bar complete with high top tables, bar seating, and a vintage mirror display that showcases the collaboration with MurLarkey.

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Interior lounge seating - a cozy lounge area to grab a drink with friends or coworkers

Lume Asian Fusion

4.5(119 reviews)

1.7 mi

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Bulgogi bibimbap was delicious. Toppings were so fresh. Quality was great too. It was Asian fusion…read moreso there were a lot of different cuisine options. We tried the Korean bibimbap dish! It was a giant portion as well and a good price. Atmosphere was really nice. Service was good and quick. We enjoyed our meal in old town Manasseh!

Lume Asian Fusion had excellent service and good flavors, but the value was mixed for dinner. We…read morewere seated promptly and attended to quickly, and our server, possibly Tracy, did a great job. The dining room felt clean and modern, with a nice table setup, a bar, soft lighting, and low music that made the evening enjoyable. My wife ordered the bulgogi ramen, and I had the salmon poke bowl. Both tasted good, but the portions were much smaller than expected for the $17 to $18 price range. I did notice afterward that these items are listed as "light fare," so smaller portions may be intentional. Still, for dinner, they felt closer to side-dish portions than a satisfying meal. The ramen noodles also had more of an instant-style texture, which did not match the fresh-made impression. Overall, great service and decent food, but I would order more carefully next time and not expect the light fare items to be full dinner portions.

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K-Wings were so crispy and delicious

Songbird

4.3(332 reviews)

12.4 mi

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Flew into town for a concert and saw this at the top of the recommendations, very serendipitous!…read more The place has a great atmosphere from the moment you walk in, the decor has a unique kitsch and the music is a definite vibe as well, and that's before you meet the staff. The staff was friendly front to back, hostess, waitress, bar tender- friendly and knew the menu and had solid recommendations and knowledge of the menu. The food was great, we had rangoons for an appetizer, followed by their famous General Tso's and the Mongolian Combination, all delicious! Highly recommend this place if you're in the area! Shout out to Jason!

This adventitious find popped up on my way out of the city. In general, the outer suburbs are…read morebetter for Chinese food than DC itself, so I gave them a shot. My takeout was ready in timely fashion, and there was definitely some quality there. My kung pao tofu was a little sweet as the dish normally is, but also amply spicy as I requested and came with plenty of peanuts, extra-crispy tofu, and a few other vegetables. Lo mein was a fairly straightforward soy-garlic affair, though I must say I appreciated the option to add some tofu to that as well. My spring rolls came sauceless and were fairly basic and cabbage-y, but a decent way to round out a meal. I appreciated their thorough vegetarian labeling; of course some things were not available to me that I wish they would make vegetarian, but the most important thing is being able to make informed decisions. I skipped the ma po tofu this time, but they claim it offers genuine numbing sensations and they did enough to convince me that it might be worth coming back to try.

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Water carafe

Voodoo Brothers Cajun Creole

4.0(105 reviews)

1.7 mi

Just got back from NOLA! A friend wanted what we had so.... Brian was right on it! Waters,…read moredrinks. Got the crab/shrimp hushpuppies. Yummo! Got the debris PoBoy. Delish. Fried oysters n catfish. Wonderful!! Fries were crispy! Coleslaw was perfect. Got coffee & beignets. These were piping hot!!! Ate them so fast forgot the photo! Felt like we were back in NOLA!! Great NOLA themed! Thanks again to Brian!!!!

This place was a pass by after leaving Manassas. My family and I wanted to get dinner before…read morehitting DC traffic. So we stopped here. We were the first to enter and the drinks were delicious. I had the hand grenade and it tasted like New Orleans. Could've been a little stronger. The ambiance of the restaurant is small but comfortable. The bar was inviting. Each dish was full of flavor. My Dad demolished the potatoes and greens. The crawfish was tender and my brother thought the grits were thick enough to be perfect. I would recommend this to anyone in the area! Wasn't cafe du monde beignets, more like donuts. Same with the frosted banana bread pudding dessert- not authentic but good and sweet. Very limited parking; however there is a parking lot two blocks away. Also, steer clear of first Fridays (per the waitress) it gets really crowded and they shut down the street.

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Chicken Sandwich special with bomb fries and the amazing Voodoo Sauce

Red House Tavern

4.3(158 reviews)

8.8 mi

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Omg so many thoughts on this experience…read more I'm so glad i didn't immediately know it was a restaurant located in a hotel. This prob would have deterred me, even a little bit. The Apple map directions here confused me a little due to this, but parking was really plentiful so that's a huge plus! I went on a Sunday morning and lo and behold there was a hole farmers market or pop up set up all through haymarket! Busy weekend for a brunch but haymarket is SUCH a cute little vibe and town with so many hidden gems, like this one!! Literally every single item I saw waiters bring out from the kitchen looked so scrumptious, every person around us immediately began digging in and enjoying their meals...and honestly, no crumbs were left behind pretty much every time. We started ordering a yummy cocktail. I was really in the mood for the Paloma with grapefruit juice but sadly they were out of grapefruit juice fortunately, they had plenty cocktails available that were not explicitly on the menu! I ended up having a delicious espresso martini, prepared, right and honestly, I would have had another!! Not too sweet. Not creamy. And with 3 beans. Impeccable no notes. I ordered the red House breakfast. Man those home potatoes were so delicious....they clearly cooked them seasoned deliciously and then flash fried, so crunchy!!!! Amazing. I found that their execution on their meals was really impressive. My sunny side up eggs were cooked perfectly and paired so yummy with the toast. The bacon had delicious flavor too. I ordered a biscuit because I had heard that their biscuits were really yummy but unfortunately they did not have their bacon biscuit so it was just a classic biscuit. It was good, certainly dense and clearly homemade. My girlfriend got the poutine. Looked so delicious and was really enjoyed! The gravy was thick and flavorful! We sat down and enjoyed plenty of conversation and a really nice environment. Nobody rushed us, service was just the right amount of attentive without interrupting conversation constantly, and the floor to ceiling windows let in beautiful natural light and views of the town. It was the perfect brunch spot for a low-key, but delicious meal. Just a hair out of the way without being too far. I came out with a really good friend of mine to celebrate my one year wedding anniversary with her and it was the perfect possible location. Shout out to the staff for being so welcoming and kind, and even taking a picture of us when we asked to commemorate the occasion. I'm sure they are used to people walking in to the hotel lobby looking as confused as I was looking for red House Tavern.

Not the best experience for brunch. The waitress was unenthusiastic and came back to the table…read moremultiple times to let us know they were out of items including: the juice that came with the mimosa flight after we ordered it, another bottle of champagne for anyone else who wanted mimosas, (so mimosas overall, lol), the avocado toast, the poutine and another key ingredient in a cocktail we ordered. The food was average at best when it came out. Super disappointed. We came here for my mom's 5 year beating cancer anniversary and it wasn't much of a celebration.

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Seasonal Spiced Champagne

Costa Azul

4.7(11 reviews)

3.6 mi

I had never been to Costa Azul before. I came in while my kid was finishing up a birthday party…read morearound the corner. All I wanted was a Coke, chips and salsa, and queso. I had no idea that they offered a small bowl of complementary ceviche, which is actually really good. Like, so good, that I'm going to have to go back just to get that. The queso was also good. It was the standard white queso that I commonly associate with the Midwest because for the longest I couldn't get it on the East Coast, but it's not queso fundido. They offer Coke from a fountain, which is a huge plus. And the salsa was really good. The chips and salsa were free, so they absolutely get bonus points for that. It was a random Saturday evening when I came in, and they were setting up for what looked like live music and a fun night. The service was really good and parking was easy since it's in a plaza. I would highly recommend this place. They were fast and super sweet.

My mother found this restaurant on facebook, I surprised her with a trip there. All of the drinks,…read moredips, and entrees were delicious. Our waiter was above and beyond excellent, highly recommend for lovers of seafood and authentic Mexican cuisine.

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Sedona Taphouse

4.0(536 reviews)

9.5 mi

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Locally owned & operated

Wheelchair accessible

Consistently delicious food. Comfortable dining area. Amazing staff/servers. They have a wide…read moreselection of dishes. Clam chowder is amazing!

We had an amazing experience at Sedona Taphouse in Chantilly, and a huge part of that was thanks to…read moreJoseph. From the moment we sat down, he was welcoming, super attentive, and knew the menu inside and out. Whether it was guiding us toward a great craft beer selection or making sure our food came out fresh and fast, his customer service was top-notch. It's rare to find someone who brings that level of positive energy and efficiency to the table. Management, take note: if anyone deserves a bonus, it's Joseph! We'll definitely be back soon!

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Junies

5.0(1 review)

8.9 mi

When we flew in from the Midwest, this was the first place our friends recommended to us. We've…read morebeen seeing them on social media for MONTHS and have been craving them since. Found at the Haymarket Farmer's Market on Sundays, we took the train in from DC (about 45 min) and went straight here! Pictured is the Witch's Brew with Sprite Zero from their fall menu. It was fresh, flavorful, and delicious! I wish we had a Junie's back home. The owners were kind, helpful, and welcoming. Definitely stop in and check them out!

From the owner: Junies is a specialty drink shop based in Haymarket, VA, serving up premium refreshment with a fun…read moretwist! Operating out of our tent and soon a new trailer!, we offer handcrafted Dirty Sodas, Mocktails, Iced Teas, and Lemonades—with sugar-free and low-sugar options available upon request. You can find us at the Warrenton Farmers Market on Saturdays and the Haymarket Farmers Market on Sundays. We’re also available for school events, corporate functions, and private parties—bringing flavorful, customizable drinks to your next gathering!

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Red Oak Bar & Grill

5.0(1 review)

7.1 mi

Bacon cheese burger tonight. Delicious! Best burger I had in a long time. The fries were hit and…read morecrispy just the way I like them . Savanna at the bar and Lola at the restaurant are top notch. You must come and eat here!

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Karaoke night

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World Cup final is on! The beer is cold and Dylan is working the bar!

The Black Sheep Restaurant

4.3(823 reviews)

1.1 mi

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Back, back, back again! Still great service. Updated menu options. Fall decor makes it even more…read moreinviting. Waiter took about 10 minutes to engage this time; after that he was on point. VA Ham and cheddar biscuits were thick with pimento cheese. All entrees were fantastic! No birthday card this year. Still a memorable experience.

Gorgeous location, wait staff went above and beyond…read more Sadly, very few vegan options. I was able to get a modified salad and fried potatoes (which were truly delicious, but no protein and not terribly satisfying). Overall a great dining experience, just wish they carried more plant-based options.

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Beautiful settings! Fav color, Cobalt blue! Everything is just gorgeously done!

Chicken Sandwich

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Mizu Lychee

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Becky O.

6 years ago

There's a lot that is Hard and Unhappy in the world right now, but KO Distilling is a spectacular oasis from that. Not only do they know their craft inside and out, they are brilliant at it, and they are wonderful, real people to boot. We'd bought their gins and whiskey before (their Navy Strength Gin is one of our favorite gins--and now their Single Barrel Rye is my favorite rye!) but we'd never been to the distillery, and I'm so glad we did--we had a truly great time. We were lucky enough to have a personal tour of the distillery with Greg Rixon, the resident Executive Bourbon Steward, who is incredibly knowledgeable about their processes and the science and history and world of whiskey and spirits in general, and gave us a wonderfully fun, and informative tour. The tasting room (and fabulous outdoor seating area!) were inviting (and safe!) and was a place I felt comfortable and welcome, and want to come back to again and again. Even though we'd had some of them before, we did a tasting of their 3 gins (to try the Barrel Finished Gin- yum!) and the wheat, rye and bourbon whiskey (which are all unique and fabulous), brought to us by Greg who took a lot of his time to talk with us and continue to make us feel incredibly welcome and cared about. He told us all sorts marvelous stories and shared his adventures in cocktail creation--and when it was time to pick which drink we wanted, my husband asked him to make us his own specially designed cocktail (which was Straight-Up Amazing!) and I asked him to make me his favorite whiskey cocktail--which turned out to be The Most Delicious Sazerac I Have Ever Had. Not only does KO make some of The Best (and in my opinion, THE Best Rye and Navy Strength Gin) spirits anywhere (let alone just in Virginia!), their cocktails are high-end, unique, and delicious creations--but at real-people prices, served by amazing and real people, in a warm, inviting place. AND among the bottles we bought to take home was their newest release, their Distiller's Reserve Bourbon. We just opened it last night, and were blown away by how absolutely incredible it is--soft, warm vanilla and caramel and brown sugar, baking spices--I'm no professional taster, but I can tell you it is more than worth what they are asking for it, and if you're a bourbon lover, you need to get a bottle of this before its gone. It's also now taken its place as my new favorite bourbon! (Clearly) I cannot say enough good things about KO--if you haven't taken the time to go visit them, you really, really should. Thank you to everyone there for all your hard work that goes into all the deliciousness you create and the awesomeness that is your space, and an extra thank you so much to Greg for making our visit there such a great time. We will absolutely be back!! read more

Tom S.

11 years ago

I visited KO Distilling in Manassas, Virginia with my brother-in-law on Saturday and we had a lot of fun! The KO Distilling visitor center is very close to Route 66 and easy to find. We took the distillery tour where their master distiller Ryan Hendricks walked us through the entire process, from mixing the grains all the way through to the finished products. He even showed us cutouts of bourbon barrels and described the barrel aging process to us which was very interesting, and then he showed us the barrel room where all of the barrels of bourbon were stacked up in various stages of aging. I highly recommend taking the tour! After the tour we walked around the visitor center. The two founders, Bill Karlson and John O'Mara are both proud Merchant Marines and the style and decoration of the visitor center blends some of that Navy seafaring background with local historical context. They even have their own challenge coins! We made our way over to the bar and sampled some of their current products. The Virginia Moon White Whiskey was very smooth and flavorful for an un-aged whiskey, and the 114 Proof Navy Strength Battle Standard Gin was the best gin I've ever tasted! You can purchase bottles at the visitor center so we loaded up on the way out. Visiting KO Distilling made for an excellent Saturday afternoon day trip and I'll be back again to check out their new products! Thanks! read more

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5 years ago

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Jason Q.

3 years ago

BE WARNED They DO NOT support military. They are helping (paying for) to keep their grandchildren away from their father with terminal brain cancer. I proudly served this country and the whole time I was in they were disrespectful and rude to me because I didn't make much money in the Army Infantry They can say all day they support the military but actions speak louder than words. read more

Joe O.

3 years ago

Food is great. Service excellent and Ambiance is perfect for the genre. Food is great. Service excellent and Ambiance is perfect for the genre. Food is great. Service excellent and Ambiance is perfect for the genre. Food is great. Service excellent and Ambiance is perfect for the genre. read more

Margo R.

5 years ago

Would love to see some new drink options for people that want a little more flavor and a little less alcohol taste. They have great stuff but sometimes I need a "lighter" drink. Highly recommend. read more

Richard A.

10 years ago

KO distilling was absolutely amazing. Peter was very knowledgable and very friendly. Peter made amazing cocktails and it was a fantastic experience. We will definitely be back again! read more

Natasha C.

3 years ago

The best spirits around there are alot of local spirits but KO holds it down. People should look for their brand in restaurants and the ABC store wow what can I say read more

Ruth A.

3 years ago

Service was great, bartenders were knowledgeable, and the cocktails were delish. Recommend to stop, do a tasting or a cocktail class.

Bruce S.

4 years ago

Great place to have a good time. The food and atmosphere make for a fun time. Take your group here and have a good time. read more

Haley M.

5 years ago

Love this place! They have the best and drinks and hospitality.

Arjun S.

4 years ago

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This is my favorite place for a wine slushie as it takes a while to melt and doesn't have huge…read morechucks of ice. It's also too easy to drink... the food here is also good. This time we were going to grab food after so ordered the seafood dip which had full shrimps incorporated. Last year when we went we got the the seasonal peachy keen wine slushie which we still dream about to this day, white truffle mushroom pizza was pretty yummy, virgin frozen strawberry daiquiri (great way to stay sober in the summer heat if you're not into alcohol, or just love strawberries), and olive oil carrot cake was delicious.

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Fun farm brewery with an awesome space. Have been many times over the years including birthday…read moreparties, festivals and just random drop ins. Sad to see the owners stepping away and hope the next ones can keep a similar atmosphere.

Powers Farm & Brewery is a hidden gem that we found out about after skydiving at the local regional…read moreairport. The service was excellent, the staff was friendly, and the other guests (mostly regulars) made for great company! Powers only serves beer, but they do have a food truck rotation that comes through, so make sure to check their website before visiting to find out what's being served that day. The beer selection is decent and has something for everyone's taste. There is plenty of indoor seating and just as much outdoor seating, so you won't have to worry about standing up the whole time even when it's busy. Outside they have a Corn Hole setup and they also had a soccer ball you could kick around if you wanted to. To add to the outdoor ambiance, there was also a chicken coop that you could walk up to and look at. Also, if you're around during the evening, they might get the bonfires going! One of favorite parts about our visit was being able to enjoy my porter outside by the bonfire. All-in-all, it was a pleasant surprise and definitely worth a visit if you're ever out in Midland, VA or just won't to do something outside the city if you're in the DMV area.

Four J’s Farm & Brewery

4.7

(17 reviews)

We stopped here on the way back to D.C. and what a lovely farm brewery! For some context, my…read morehusband's family are the "original" 4Js - Jared, Josh, Jane and John so of course we HAD to check this place out. There was a huge outdoor space for kids and families complete with some games and picnic tables. We sat in the closed-in porch area and were treated to some live music on a Saturday. The beer was solid - hubby. and I split a flight and enjoyed the marionberry wheat and Sweet Nala stout. We liked their logo "Soil to Suds" and bought a few shirts - they even had a bunch of shirts on sale for $5! Great place for family time at a brewery.

Visited The Four J's twice now since it has opened. Once on a Friday evening; once early on a cool,…read moremisty Sunday. The place has a cool looking vibe and ambiance from the outside. There is seating both inside and outside. The inside is a bit stark on the inside with drywall on the walls and ceiling. I woulds have loved if they had lined the walls and ceiling with something like pine. I've sampled a number of their brews. My fave brews thus far are two ales: - Snafu (Strong Ale) - The Donkey Calleth (Imperial IPA) They have a small popcorn machine for snacks (which is free) - but other than that, as far as I can tell - there are no other food options. The folks who run the place are super nice. There is no WiFi network and they currently do not accept Apple Pay. #FourJsFarmAndBrewery

Mt Defiance Cidery & Distillery

4.3

(100 reviews)

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Had a great experience here. We were looking for a place for lunch where we could take our dog…read moreinside in the heat thus ended up here. We really appreciated the accommodation with a baby and a big dog, the cider was good though selection was not huge (5), food was cursory but tasty- we enjoyed the panini, ambiance was inviting, service was very pleasant. Really appreciate the hospitality.

Mt. Defiance is a really beautiful venue with an impressive timber-frame building, high ceilings,…read moreskylights, and a cozy atmosphere. They offer a nice variety of ciders, wines, and cocktails, so there's something for everyone. We visited on a Wednesday and found the service to be a little slow, although the staff was friendly. We had the chicken Cesar wrap and turkey sandwich, which were both alright but nothing particularly stellar. The cocktails were definitely a highlight! My friend had the strawberry sour cocktail, and I had one made with gin and lemon called Marc c --both were delicious. We also tried several of the ciders, which were a little sweeter than my personal preference, and the wine was just OK. That said, I have to admit we had just come from several wineries, so the wine had some tough competition! Overall, I'd definitely recommend stopping by for the beautiful setting, cocktails, and atmosphere. It's a great place to relax and enjoy a drink with friends

Heroic Axe

5.0

(8 reviews)

It was my husband's and I's first time visiting this place. We will definitely be back. The food is…read moreamazing, the guy at the front counter is so welcoming. The whole vibe was awesome, they had karaoke tonight which was nice. My husband and I will be back for some axe throwing.

Great place to have some fun! We have crossed by many of times on our way to Vint Hill Craft…read moreWinery, which also recommends Heroic Axe, and finally decided to stop over first. We didn't order food, but everything we did do was fantastic. The service was great and the coach did a great job showing us the ropes and introducing all the games. The games, I have to say, are really great. You aren't just throwing axes at a target. They have games that overlay the backstops, like battleship, tic tac toe, 21, zombies, etc....even including uploading your own pictures to throw axes at (my wife loved tossing axes at the big mean black spider that we found outside our house). If you're up for a great time, at great prices, a great atmosphere, this is your place. Veteren owned too, as a navy retiree, I can't stress enough how important it is to support businesses like this. Especially when they go above and beyond!

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