It isn't a distillery, though the owners hope it will be in the future. Instead they blend small…read morebatches.

This was an absolute wonderful experience. Christy did a fabulous job sharing info and guiding us…read morethrough our visit! My husband is a bourbon drinker but I'm not - but after this visit I think I might be! We also got to meet Brandon the owner and he was fantastic. We will Definitely be back! Don't sleep on this gem in downtown Zebulon!

The distillery is in a beautiful location near Rockfish Park by the water. Their building is very…read morequaint and their grounds are clean and inviting. We were given over the top service at both the tasting and the bar. We ordered The Lindsey that was made with their Caramel Green Apple Whiskey and Cinnamon Vodka as well as RumChata, caramel and cinnamon. It had great flavor and was not too sweet. We came here because they are affiliated with Harvest Host and we reserved to stay overnight in our RV. We were treated so nicely. We will definitely return in our future travels through this area.

Okay wow! So it all started with seeing their billboard off I 95. After stopping for lunch in…read moreRoanoke Rapids, we realized that Weldon Mills was really close so we decided to check it out. So glad we did! It's in this cool old building and the guys were working were so helpful and super nice. We tried a couple of their gins, and ended up purchasing one, plus a couple of their seltzers and their special edition Carolina Hurricanes vodka. All really great. Weldon Mills is veteran owned and operated and they offer a military discount. Highly recommend!

Great little goat farm with Double Gold Bourbon! Everyone was super friendly, and the tour was a…read morelot of fun and very enjoyable. A great selection of bourbons, whiskey, and even vodka. Lots of opportunities to try before you buy.

It was an easy access with our RV and the area spacious enough for parking. Communication and…read moreinstructions were nice and easy to follow. We had a nice one night stay and the goats... are TOO cute!! OMG... We did make a purchase of a bottle of gin. We were unable to do a tasting as they had a big party in there but that was ok. We bought it and had it later with a gin and tonic.

It's the best. Owners are friendly and professional. The flavors of there moonshine are very good…read more There prices are also, good.

From the owner: Tar River Distillery, established in 2019, is a veteran-owned and operated distillery specializing…read morein handcrafted moonshine and spirits. Fully licensed and insured, Tar River offers a unique experience with engaging tours, tastings, and sample testing, allowing guests to explore the art of distillation up close. Whether you're a moonshine enthusiast or just curious about the craft, our expert team provides an immersive experience in our brewery-style facility. Visit us to discover quality spirits with a local touch--call today to plan your visit!

If you're looking for a fun weekend date that feels cozy, elevated, and a little different, Weldon…read moreMills in Durham is such a standout. My husband and I visited recently for a bourbon tasting, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations. Our mixologist, Berkay, was incredibly knowledgeable and engaging. He shared the history behind each spirit and walked us through the tasting notes in a way that was easy to understand and genuinely enjoyable. The food menu was another big win, especially as someone who eats vegan. They offered vegan options, which made the experience feel inclusive and well thought out This is a fantastic spot for date night, a girls' night, or celebrating something special. They also host tastings, cocktail classes, private parties, and bachelor or bachelorette events, which makes it a great option for future plans. Highly recommend if you're looking for a memorable experience in Durham that feels both fun and thoughtfully done.

Came here for lunch on a Sunday. Did a flight and had some lunch. The staff were nice. Not many…read morepeople in there. Nice location and nice bar. Plenty of seating. The apple flavor whiskey was not good. Too syrupy and the peach flavor is insanely sweet; may be good in a mixed drink. The sweet potato was good. I could sip that easily. For food I had deviled eggs and brisket nachos. The deviled eggs weren't that good. The nachos tasted good and a nice portion. Though it's not bad, it also wasn't good. Glad I tried it off my list, but won't be back.

If you appreciate handmade, local products, then you should visit Raleigh Rum Company! I instantly…read morefelt the bartenders pride and passion as they shared the companies story, which made me excited to try their product. If you like rum, then the straight tastings are lovely (so flavorful!) and if you're a lighter drinker, then they can make you a cocktail! I loved the vibes and the rum is so flavorful and smooth. I'm leaving with a bottle of each of their rums, I hope to visit this place again soon :) Go visit them!

One of my all time favorite and go to rums! I always have the White Rum, Procrastinator's (aged)…read moreRum, Sweet Dark Rum and the Carolina Reaper Rum on my shelf at all times! I honestly can drink any of these rums neat because as a rum girl I do like rum neat but the white rum especially is a great mixer as well. It goes great with so many things even diet mountain dew (great on a hot summer beach day). The Reaper is great to add to a blood mary for the extra kick that may be needed in a bloody mary. You can easily drink the Procrastinator neat but it also goes great in an old fashioned. The Sweet Dark is so unique and is again great neat. Everytime I've been to the distillery they have always been so nice and friendly. They give free tours and tastings of all their products afterwards.

I've come here pre Covid several times and the food was always very good. I want to start by giving…read morea huge shoutout to our waiter John. 1000 w smile, friendly, attentionate, sweet and very informative. I ordered the wild mushroom shrimp grit cake entree. I was expecting wild mushroom only had a few slivers of those. The grit cake was very thick and oily. The drinks were good though. The view is great and service is wonderful. Go for the drinks and go eat elsewhere

I went here on a Friday night and was able to be seated immediately for 4 on the balcony with a…read moregreat view of Franklin Street. The waitress was very attentive and friendly and we were able to our food and drinks with no difficulty. The Buttermilk fried chicken, and TOP burger were both good, although the Jambalaya, and Braised beef didn't meet the expectations, as well as the drinks. Other than that the service was great and the appetizers were very good. This is a good option for a family night, or a friends out if you're looking for somewhere with pretty good food and atmosphere. Also if you call early enough you can have a reservation in place, we went during a non-conference basketball game, and an away football game so the crowd was smaller as well so it may be much busier during home conference games.

No trip is complete when going to Benson, NC if a person does not stop by the Broadslab Distillery…read more The decor is fitting and the service is always awesome. No food for us today, but in the past the food trucks have had great tasting food. From an Old Fashion, a Whiskey Sour, a Hummingbird Helles Lager and a flight of their new selection was a treat for the five of us. Each had their favorites. Of course a couple bottles traveled back home with us.

From the bourbon to the atmosphere, this place is great. As an added bonus, the bartender TK was…read morefabulous. She knows how to make great drinks and keep the bar high energy. We are not from the area, but we're treated like old friends.

One of my absolute favorite distilleries! The rum is amazing! All of their rums can be enjoyed neat…read moreespecially if you are a rum girl like me. Their silver rum is great alone or as a mixer! The spiced rum is also great and goes perfect with any spiced cocktail. Their aged rum is especially awesome on it's own but if you want to make an old fashioned it is a perfect substitute for whiskey. Another reason to love this distillery is the owner Eric is awesome! He is full of energy, so friendly and welcoming and passionate about what he does. They also always have something fun going on at the distillery! They do trivia nights, live music and parties for things like Halloween and Valentines. If I lived closer I would be there most weekends for the live music and great cocktails! The Rumrita, Claytona Beach, Old Fashioned, Painkiller and Mai Tai are all fantastic!

It's a really nice atmosphere and the customer service is great. The rum is decent. I feel like…read morethis place is missing something though. It has all the qualities to make for the sort of place that SHOULD be packed on Fridays and Saturdays with people playing ping-pong or another of the many, many games they have available to them. Their drink prices can be a little steep, so that could be why it's not more of a mainstay in terms of local nightlife. The prices aren't crazy expensive, but for 4 people you're looking at spending $50 - $60 which I don't think the people looking for a brewery or distillery vibe with games to chill over are willing to spend. My one gripe is a petty, silly, very small gripe. It's that, as a Puerto Rican, coquito is a drink that is meant to be gifted around the holidays to those we respect, love, and admire. It's also meant to be made with Puerto Rican rum. Having it on their menu is, frankly, cultural appropriation, particularly when the rum used is made from sugar from India and not Puerto Rico. It's not like the Pina Colada, which we invented but EVERYONE makes worldwide. Coquito has deeper meanings and roots on the island that are missed in a situation like this. I know no one's going to take me seriously for that one complaint, and I get it. It's just a personal thing. OUTSIDE OF THAT... The owners are SO FREAKING NICE. Every time we go, they're there, willing to chat, so open about sharing their experiences, so dang friendly. Every single time one of our friends visits from out of town, we bring them here after dinner. I love that we moved to a town that has this.