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Minden Mill Distilling

4.8 (53 reviews)
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Amy O.

9/19/2025- Everyone who knows me.. knows I don't drink.. (did that in my twenties- best time ever).. although I may get the virgin adult fun drinks- hehehe.. Gifted a bottle of the Minden Mill Nevada straight bourbon-.. Found a recipe using bourbon! A decadent brown butter bourbon choc chip with walnuts- Wow! I guess I do drink because these cookies are so delish! Definitely using this bourbon in my recipes!

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Rayce M.

Minden Mill has been on my list for ages. So glad I finally made it in. First off, this place is gorgeous. The property is amazing and then when you step inside it only gets better. It is superbly decorated and has a very thoughtful design that truly honors the history of the building and the area. Our group of 5 took a seat at the second floor bar and while reservations are recommended we were able to find room on a Saturday night. We ordered several cocktails, the wine tasting flight, and a mocktail. All of the drinks were amazing and high quality. The service was also extremely friendly and truly top-notch. All of the liquor served here is either distilled on property or made at another facility owned by the Foley Family portfolio, this also includes the wines which are sourced from Foley Family properties all over the world. Some of the spirits here are heritage spirits meaning the grain is even grown locally. Pretty cool! They offer tours of their facility, bottles to-go, lots of beautifully designed merchandise, and an experience fit for royalty. Overall, this is an amazing spot offering luxury, upscale cocktail bar vibes with great beverages in a unique space. The pricing is totally fair and even your non-drinkers will enjoy a visit to the Minden Mill! Cheers!

Sandy Y.

We've always wanted to check out Minden Mill Distilling and finally made it today. The building is beautiful, with plenty of parking and a warm interior highlighted by wood accents. A spiral staircase leads you up to the bar, which was the only one open since it was a weekday. Upstairs, we were greeted by Dani, one of the bartenders. The atmosphere was lively, with people enjoying cocktails made from their spirits. We decided to share a tasting of four: High Ground Vodka, Nevada Straight Bourbon, American Single Malt Whisky, and Evil Bean Coffee Liqueur. My favorite was the vodka, bright with citrus notes and refreshing even on its own. I also really enjoyed the Evil Bean, which had a sweet coffee flavor. Since I usually lean toward gin, I asked Dani if they made one. She brought out a bottle of Lighthouse Gin from another Foley company, and I liked it so much I brought one home. They are only open Thursday - Saturday, and open at 2pm. If your travels bring you to Gardnerville, I recommend stopping in.

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Derek N.

WOW! A must stop when coming to Minden! Amazing building and great drinks! A tour is available and I will take that tour next time in town!

Lemon drop and another beverage
J H.

What a great learning opportunity for the entire family. We decided as a after Christmas and New Yer activity that we would take the entire adult family to the Minden Mill, and do their nearly 2 hour long tour of their facility. Upon arrival we were met by Ryan, who was our tour guide, he was very professional and extremely knowledgeable of the history of Minden and the Minden Mill Distillery. One of the things that I noted immediately is just how incredibly clean and well-maintained. This entire facility is. What absolutely surprise me is how few people they actually have working here Yet are able to produce enough product to be distributed to 26 states and at least two countries. After our tour, we decided to go to the second floor bar where everybody greatly enjoyed the beverages provided along with the cheese and meat plate that we ordered. The bartender/server Was extremely polite, professional, and attentive to all of our needs. It made for a great afternoon, activity and experience. If you are visiting the RENO, Sparks or Carson City area, I highly recommend taking the time to visit and learn at this great location.

Jay W.

I came here before when it was Bentley Heritage so clearly it has been a while. But, we were in the area and not quite ready to head home so we decided to stop in for a drink. Since it had been a while, I ordered a flight. Not usually into vodka, I have to say theirs was of note. It would definitely add interesting notes to a cocktail. The winner, however, was their American Single Malt. Both my wife and I enjoyed it so much we took home a bottle. Speaking of, my wife had the Brown Derby cocktail which was a lovely bourbon and grapefruit drink. Not only were their offerings very good, the building is beautiful as well as the grounds. Every single person that we talked to was very friendly, helpful, and fun to chat with. We had a great time and we will be back again!

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Diana N.

I can honestly say I've never been anywhere like this place. Incredible what they've done inside. The wood, lighting, color scheme, ambiance, it's just gorgeous. The chandelier at the very top of the staircase looks like a Christmas tree. Found out it cost $250,000! As far as the service, our bartender was well versed on the history of the place, and very friendly and helpful. drinks were strong! Really well made cocktails so don't get me wrong I thoroughly enjoyed them. But it was a good thing we had a driver I'll just say that. There are a couple different levels, you can take the stairs all the way to the top, or you can take an elevator. Views of the mountains from the window, super comfortable leather seating, just such a fun afternoon

Johannah W.

We have been talking about taking a trip down here for ages and just never quite made it, until today! First off, the grounds are just beautiful. Driving up is a lovely experience that really adds to the overall atmosphere. We were met with a sign indicating that we should go to the second floor bar for service, so we ascended the spiral staircase and sat at the bar. My husband ordered a flight to share and I had a Brown Derby, although truthfully we split both. Everything we had was so tasty and we ended up coming home with a bottle of single malt to enjoy! I am trilled that we were able to finally make it here for a drink!

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Cindy B.

We came to this place specifically after it was recommended to us by a random bartender in Lake Tahoe and we are so happy we made the short journey. We did the dark liquor tasting and the wine tasting and both were excellent! Not to mention we learned so much from our enthusiastic and knowledgeable bartender, Dani. We already look forward to our return visit so that we can take a tour and see more of this gorgeous campus and learn about their history and spirits. Awesome experience!! Thank you again, Dani!

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Alexia K.

OMG where do I even start. The drinks - SUPERB. They make everything in house to include syrups, mixers, etc. My personal favorites are the Brown Derby & Lemon Meringue drinks. Phoebe & Dani always take great care of us and it's a perfect date night place for my boyfriend and I. The gentleman downstairs (maybe the host?) is always super cool and nice to talk to. Whenever my family and friends come to visit, this is absolutely our first stop!

Looking out from the distillery
Leslie A.

What a hidden gem practically in our own backyard! We came down from Reno for the day and booked a tour and tasting. I had no idea how much history and information I was about to stumble into. Ryan is a fantastic tour guide as he's into history and chemistry! The building and grounds are beyond believable! The buildings were originally a flour mill and a creamery. When Bentley bought it he renovated it into the masterpiece it is today and was awarded the LEED Gold certification for environmentally friendly and sustainability and use of reclaimed materials. The mill is three stories with a grand staircase created from one tree and created from the ground up to follow the actual grain and pattern of the tree trunk from the ground up. The enormous chandelier at the top of the staircase is made of Murano glass and Swarovski crystals. The main floor is the tasting and sales room. The second floor is a beautiful all the way around bar open Thursday-Sunday for enjoying their bourbon, rye, single malt whiskey (scotch), vodka and gin as well as wines from other Foley Family wineries. The top floor is a smaller more intimate bar also open Thursday-Sunday for overflow or a small group. If you haven't visited, you owe it to yourself!!

Yvette R.

What a treat! Wanting a little getaway for the long weekend, a day venture was in the works...I remembered chatting with a coworker...and somehow we began discussing the distillery in Minden and so I put this suggestion in my pocket book so when a friend and I discussed possible day trips...Minden/Gardnerville came up I thought of this suggestion what a true gem! We showed up a few minutes before opening...but it was perfect, the staff were so friendly and inviting and the overall interior and vibe was one in which I said, "I want to live here!" haha. We were welcomed to go up to the third floor but informed that cocktails would be poured on the second floor, within the good first 30-45 minutes all the seats around the bar and second floor were near full! The sweet bartender was hustling but so attentive and it was so fun to watch her make the drinks. I asked for something on the sweeter side and it was suggested to try the Camp and told it tasted like a Salted Caramel apple, that was spot on and I loved every sip of it. My friend got a Lemon Meringue drop and it was the neatest thing to see with the torch forming the meringue. We also split a Stefani to which the bartender gave us our own glass which was different but if coming again I would stick to the Camp. I would love to come back and do a tour, and check it out more in the evening as we saw fire pits in the front of the building and could only imagine how magical it is at night. I'm so happy to finally have made it over and can't wait to come back!

First visit here, it's surprising that they also have wines
Paul P.

The old Bentley Heritage building recreated into the Minden Mill Distilling and what a fun place it is. You can even get wine here and join a wine club. What started out as unsure what this place was changed as soon as I walked in the door. Wow when you want to visit another cool place in Minden, go here! Oh, forgot to share about the great service, how pleasant and welcoming. We'll be back!

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Best place for a cocktail in the area! And the best service. The ambiance is stellar, there's nothing like the spiral staircase

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Great cocktails and ambiance, friendly service and clientele. The old fashioned was perfect.

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GREAT wines for wine tasting. Beautiful remodel of this old place. The service was friendly and attentive. Will definitely be back!

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Service, ambiance and drinks. They do not serve food to the best of my knowledge. The architecture of the building is worth seeing inside.

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Great venue! Dannie is a great bartender, make sure to visit this place while traveling on Helen 395.

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Been here twice - once for the Sunday night jazz and once for lunch - and both experiences were…read moregreat. Food: This spot is super vegetarian-friendly, and there are GF options as well. While it's not necessarily the healthiest, the menu is definitely a notch better than your typical bar food. The stuff from the kitchen also comes out pretty quickly. Drinks: Jason, the head distiller, won a silver medal for the in-house gin - and it's clear to see why. Their whole set up is quite impressive, and if you visit, I highly recommend trying their gin and vodka. It's also great to visit during off-peak hours to chat with Jason and learn more about the distillery. Ambiance: the acoustics are surprisingly good for indoor music. The indoor dining area isn't huge but there are plenty of tables without feeling cramped. Overall, this is a great local business worth supporting in South Tahoe.

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My friends and I came in the day after Christmas for our annual Boxing Day celebration. We…read moretypically hit a few spots for food and drinks and to support local businesses. I'd been dying to check it out for the holidays because I had seen on their social media and heard from friends about the fantastic decor and fun seasonal cocktail menu. It did NOT disappoint! It was a cozy little winter wonderland, complete with clear snow globe style domes out on the patio. We tried most of the holiday cocktails and every one was delicious and creatively served. Not that I expect anything less from Annalisa and the team. Year round they are slinging some of the best drinks in town. They were pretty packed, but she and Trevor worked the bar like a well-oiled machine, with a constant smile and their trademark great service. I will definitely try to get back before the seasonal menu ends.

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What a neat spot to check out if you're into bourbons! Belly up to their small bar for some…read moretastings then take off on their short but informative tour. Meet the owners and chat about what makes their bourbon so special. Grab a few bottles of their limited production, pick up a bag of their boozy beef jerky and a few jars of their fabulous boozy pickles, you won't regret it!

I still can't say enough about how much I enjoy visiting Frey Ranch. No matter how many times I…read morevisit, I still learn something new about farming techniques, the distillation process, aging methods, and product finishing. Everyone at the ranch is so welcoming and friendly. It shows how much they love what they do and how much they want to share with us. The summer food truck series is great because it is an additional incentive to get people to come out and experience the ranch for the first time. There has been some fantastic Mexican food, burgers, Balinese, ice cream, and many others. The whiskey tasting is very special because you get to learn about what you're drinking from the people who actually made it. The distillery tour is fascinating because it is a working facility and you get to see real whiskey being made. Standing in the rock house makes you realize how the climate affects the whiskey aging process. In the winter, it is very cool with the scent of Oak. In the summer, it is warm and you still smell the oak, but the evaporating alcohol is very strong. There is always a special release whiskey available in addition to their usual production whiskeys. This trip I was able to get a single barrel 100% wheat. As always, it is amazing!

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57.7 mi
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Hinterhaus Distillery is an absolute gem in Arnold, but what truly made our visit unforgettable…read morewere the three incredible women behind the bar. Their hospitality was next-level -- warm, welcoming, knowledgeable, and genuinely excited to share their craft. You could feel the pride they have in what they do, and it shows in every detail of the experience. The signature cocktails? Outstanding. Thoughtfully crafted, perfectly balanced, and easily some of the best cocktails we've had in the area. The only downside of the visit was being limited to just one drink thanks to California law -- a true tragedy when everything on the menu looks (and tastes) that good. We left already planning our return and cannot wait to be back for another round (or two... legally, of course ). If you're anywhere near Arnold, Hinterhaus Distillery is a must-stop -- incredible spirits, phenomenal cocktails, and hospitality that sets the bar very high. Cheers!

Absolutely love it here. First of all, this place is the American Dream come true, ask an employee…read moreabout their story, AMAZING! Secondly the spirits and mixed drinks and service is always top notch. Everyone there is so friendly. Obviously them being a distillery the size that they are, you are limited to how much you can consume on site, but the vibe while your having the drink is next level. We always leave with a few bottles. Plan accordingly, kiddos (actually anyone under 21) need to stay home, which is pretty understandable. This place has been on the rise since day one, I can't wait to see what's in store next!

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I had never heard of Underworld Distillery until a couple of days prior to stepping inside. The…read moreatmosphere inside is dark, inviting, and absolutely perfect for date night, a night out with friends, or even to check out their impeccable calendar of events while enjoying a hand-crafted cocktail/mocktail. IF you choose one of their cocktails, they're made with the spirits they distill. They also sell bottles of what they distill. The bartenders, Kaitlynn (sp) and Colby, were friendly and personable. There was another woman behind the counter but I forgot to ask for her name. They also hosted an awesome art vendor in their back room who was selling framed bugs and preserved skulls. I will absolutely go back when time permits. Don't let the location fool you. This is absolutely one of the premier bars in Northern Nevada.

Underworld Distillery is such a unique hidden gem in Reno! From the moment you walk in, the…read moreatmosphere pulls you into another world- Cozy, moody, and incredibly welcoming. The space has a fun gothic-inspired vibe that makes it feel like a speakeasy tucked away from the ordinary. What I really loved is that Underworld is a women-owned distillery, and you can feel the passion and creativity behind everything they do. The team is friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely excited to share their craft with guests. Another standout is how inclusive the drink menu is. Even if you're not drinking alcohol, there are thoughtfully crafted non-alcoholic options and mocktails, so everyone can enjoy a creative and elevated drink experience. The flavors are complex and well balanced. Between the welcoming vibe, creative drinks, and the sense of community the space fosters, it's the kind of place you want to linger with friends and try something new. Underworld Distillery is a fantastic addition to Reno's craft beverage scene.

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