1845 Distilling Company is a great local place to try some…read moreTexas bourbons. We called ahead of time to see if we needed a reservation for the tasting room, which you do not. Very friendly service over the phone and from the moment you walk in. We were each give four tokens to try different bourbons. The two of us samples 8 total. We really enjoyed every one we sampled, while obviously having our favorites. Staff was very knowledgeable and answered all of our different questions. We will be back to take a tour of the grounds and try the bottle your own experience. Of course we left today with a bottle!

Came to this location for the 1st time for a tour and do your own bottle pouring/tasting. The…read moreatmosphere when you first walk in was very cozy and welcoming. The staff was very professional and knowledgeable. The tour was very interesting and held alot of good and neat information. I did not feel rushed during the tour and you could ask questions along the way. The tasting and pour your own bottle experience was definitely something I wont forget! I definitely would recommend this distillery for a fun date day! I cant wait to come back to do another tasting and tour.

First Time and everything has been fantastic. Atmosphere, music and service it is above any service…read moreI have received. Everyone has been so welcoming I definitely will be back. High five to the Dowling distilling and if you like espresso martini try one as they are super tasty. One more thing if you had too much to drink don't worry you can book a room At the Wyndham hotel in Anna.

Popped in for a late lunch today and I'm glad I did! I had the Rail Rye'd and it was excellent…read more The corn beef was perfect and the rest of the ingredients all melded together perfectly. Also had one of their craft sodas and it was great.

Quick update to say that I still love this place. A few key points:…read more 1) Staff is still kind, funny, laid-back, and friendly. They bailed us out by allowing us to bring in our own cake when the pizza place next door was threatening to charge a massive per-person fee for us to serve it on our own plates with our own plastic utensils (ugh, seriously?). THANK YOU! They also are still chill AF and let everyone stay past closing to watch the end of the Texas football game. 2) Favorite cocktails these days include the Angry Bee (a spicy bee's knees) and the Hibiscus Basil Lemonade (when you want an adult beverage that's also refreshing and light). The drink menu hasn't changed much over the years, but why should it? It's solid. 3) Their food also is solid; we didn't have any this time around due to a very poor decision to have pizza next door, but I've never been let down by their food menu. Some damn yummy sandwiches. Keep on keepin' on, Lockwood.

The Old Fashioned That Made Ice Disappear"…read more Victor behind the bar at Lockwood Distillery doesn't merely make an Old Fashioned--he seems to conduct a small, bourbon-based magic trick. This thing is a work of art: beautifully balanced, silky, spirit-forward, and finished with just enough citrus and sweetness to remind you that sophistication doesn't have to take itself too seriously. Then there's the monolithic ice cube, so ridiculously pure and crystal-clear that it practically vanishes inside the glass; you know it's there only because the laws of physics insist something must be holding that magnificent orange peel and cherry in suspension. Victor has somehow managed to make frozen water look expensive. If Michelangelo had worked in bourbon instead of marble, I'm reasonably certain he'd have ordered another. Exceptional cocktail, exceptional craftsmanship--and dangerously easy to admire until you realize you've already finished it.

**Disappointing Experience at Hermann Marshall**…read more I attended a private event at Hermann Marshall on August 16th, held in their private party room. This was my third time attending a private event at Hermann Marshall, and unfortunately, it was the first time I experienced what I felt was inconsistent and disappointing service. As part of the event, the host offered complimentary mixed drinks served by Hermann Marshall staff. My server was Mary Ann, who I understand is married to the manager/owner. Mary Ann initially served me one complimentary Old Fashioned, which, as usual, was very good. About an hour later, I returned to the bar for another. At that point, Mary Ann placed her hand over the Old Fashioned dispenser and told me they were no longer serving complimentary drinks because the prepaid limit had been reached. She then told me I could purchase one if I wanted another drink. I had no issue with purchasing a drink, so I got my debit card and purchased a smoked Old Fashioned. What I found confusing, however, was that there appeared to be a significant amount of the premixed Old Fashioned remaining in the dispenser. Approximately an hour later, while getting food near the bar, I saw Mary Ann serve another attendee an Old Fashioned from the same container she had previously told me was no longer available for complimentary drinks. I asked Mary Ann why I had been charged for my drink while another attendee was still receiving complimentary Old Fashioneds. Her response was unclear, but she ultimately told me that if I wanted another drink, I would need to pay for it. From what I observed, however, other attendees were continuing to receive complimentary Old Fashioneds within the limit established by the party host. What made the situation particularly disappointing was not having to pay for a drink--I was perfectly willing to do that--but rather the inconsistent treatment and lack of transparency regarding how the complimentary drinks were being distributed. I have been a consistent patron of Hermann Marshall, attending Tuesday Bingo nights, happy hours, and other events, and I have also brought friends with me. Unfortunately, this experience left me feeling uncomfortable and disappointed, particularly given the circumstances surrounding the event. I believe all guests should receive consistent and transparent service, regardless of who they are. Based on this experience, I will no longer be supporting Hermann Marshall or recommending HM to friends. I hope management takes this feedback seriously, as this was a very different experience from the positive experiences I've had at Hermann Marshall in the past.

Love, love, love this bar. The atmosphere is awesome and always such a great place to hang out…read more They have my absolute favorite espresso martini -- I seriously compare every other one I try to this place, and nothing ever measures up. One of the best parts is the music level. It's fun and sets the mood, but it's not so loud that you can't actually have a conversation. Being able to bring in your own food is also a huge bonus and makes the experience even better. Definitely one of our favorite spots.

Totally worth the hour drive from Coppell. Tasting room was a blast as was trying the different…read moreflavors and drinks. Service was top notch. The live music was a plus. Looking forward to returning for their outdoor concerts in the Fall. We did the tour where we also poured a bottle to take home. Flavor of the month is watermelon. Nice that you can also purchase bottles of their vodka as well as merchandise. Afterwards we went a few miles away to "Over Yonder" for delicious food before heading back to DFW.

This came up on my Facebook and since I was planning on going to see the tulips it only made since…read moreto stop here as well since I was I the area. I had reserved a tour for 3 (I highly recommend that you do the tour and if you choose to do a tour that you make reservations in advance as they sell out) and initially I did 2 with bottle fills and one tour. The tours come with a ticket for a drink so that was a nice little extra. As the tour started Ryan & Diego (our fabulous guides) gave us some history of how the company started and as well as the process of how the vodka is made. We got to mix our bottle (as we got the lemon) and fill our bottles. We also got to put the caps on the bottle and see how the line works. At the end of the tour, we also got to taste some vodka. After the tour we decided to go get our drinks and the staff inside were just as kind as the staff taking us on the tour. There are so many drink options that I wasn't sure what I wanted as they have so many flavored vodkas. I was told I could sample the vodkas which I was grateful for as it helped me make a decision. My cousin got the raspberry cobbler and the Bloody Mary - the raspberry was sweet but good and I don't like bloody Mary's but I'd drink this one! I got the blueberry lemon, the prickly pear and the front porch . . . All were good to me. When we were there they had some guys playing music inside which was a little loud but sitting on the porch, it was nice to hear. They also had a pizza food truck outside and my cousin said the pizza was really good. If I could make a suggestion to the establishment I would ask them to PLEASE sell flights! Please please please as there were so many drinks that I wanted to try but unless I was gonna sleep in the parking lot I knew I shouldn't but I guess it's also a reason to come back!

Barbie usually gets a buzz from ballz and all the things ballz can do, but it's not alcohol related…read more(as it is for most people). If it's alcohol related for you, then these *are* the ballz you're looking for. These super cute alcoholic drinks are basically balls of alcohol which you can find in various places such as New Orleans - which is where I found these. Definitely impressive and unique, and if I was a drinker I'm sure I would really enjoy them. They're cocktail-style so they taste sugary and decent. They're shelf-stable so that's the downside (including taste-wise) but you can't have everything.

Sour apple is where it's at! So delicious! Probably shouldn't chug em back to back unless you can…read moreafford bail

What fun! Chris was a great tour guide / very knowledgable. Learned a lot - didn't even know we…read morehave a distillery close by. The tasting was excellent and took home a self-bottled Malt Whiskey. If you have not been - you gotta go!

I came with a friend for a tour of the distillery. The tour was informative and fun, and ended with…read morea sampling of some of the whiskey. The staff members we interacted with were well-informed and friendly. It was really cook to see how the whiskey is fermented, distilled, aged, and bottled. This is a really cool place and I'll be recommending it to others!

Very educational during our tasting on where they get their barrels from and the entire processread more

Located in an unassuming metal building of mostly commercial spaces is a gem of a distillery. The…read morestaff were very friendly, welcoming, and great at explaining everything they offer. This distillery is membership driven and they explained all of that to me while i was there. Though you can still taste and shop without a membership, you will gain access to an exclusive lounge and many other specials with one. They do not serve food as this is their operating distillery. The whiskeys they make are special and often times limited releases. This place is a whiskey experience for true enthusiasts and they do a fantastic job at making those experiences personal and special. The day i was there they were preparing for a surprise party with all sorts of exciting tastings, custom blends, and unique plans. I highly encourage anyone who enjoys whiskey and is well versed in it to give this place a shot. I will certainly return many more times.