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    Missouri Ridge Distillery & Brewery

    4.3 (52 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Aubrey S.

    I've been to Missouri Ridge Distillery twice because of Springfield's Tap and Pour tour! Both times were fantastic experiences. I recommend doing the tasting. If you want a cocktail, I highly recommend the Three Dog Night. Today we got a nice surprise of a tour of the distillery, and Gary came to chat with us a bit.

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    Kristin A.

    This place was highly rated on Yelp so while we were visiting Missouri we decided to give it a try. When we walked in the tasting bar was full and the bar tender told us we would have a long wait, we were not in a hurry so we sat down and decided we would just start with a cocktail. Lucky for us a group decided they were finished tasting and we're going to move to a table and let us have their seats. The group told us their recommendations on what to taste and told us that it's 3 for $3 or 10 for $10. We were excited! Once at the tasting bar the bar tender told us he was only doing 3 for $3 since there was a tour bus and half the group was on a tour and the other half in the tasting room. We understood, but were bummed we would not get to taste many. We tasted our 3, that were all very good, the bar tender was short and to the point and wasn't interested in answering questions we had about the different tastings we were having. We ordered a drink and moved to a table so the supposed second half of the tour group could do their tasting... but the tour group was done and left. We felt robbed that when we got there that was the end of the tour group and he used it as an excuse to not let us taste more. He clearly seemed like he didn't want to be there. My husband even said that if the bar tender was nice we would have bought some to take home, but he def ruined our experience.

    My two favorites from MRD Honey Moonshine 50ml.  Houlin Hounds Wee Heavy Malt Whiskey 750ml.
    Blake F.

    My wife and I planned a Branson MO trip around New Years week. We love local, we support local establishments. So while searching for food and beverage locations we came across MRD (Missouri Ridge Distillery). We like to think we know a bit about food and drinking so we were excited to try MRD. While it is about 7 miles outside of the Branson event area it is well worth the trip. The distillery master and bar keep was so friendly and helpful. We paid for 10 tastings which included whiskey, single malt, and moonshine. Each one was fantastic abs he will tell you so. I can appreciate someone's passion like his. Besides tastings, they offer cocktails and FYI he is in the starting stages of brewing ale. I had his stout which was phenomenal. My wife and I give MRD 100% plus bonus for being so welcoming. Thank you MRD *family friendly and food available on the weekends. *

    Moonshine!!!
    Quay L.

    Very nice & friendly people. We were greeted as soon as we walked in. We didn't eat the BBQ because you have to reserve it 24 hours in advance but it did look very good. Drinks were great! You can get the tour, you can do a tasting or just sit down and drink like we did! Lots of options. I think the hubby is going to buy some to take home.

    William C.

    This place is beyond amazing! There whiskey & run is delicious. The prices are great & if you've got the time email or call at least a day in advance and reserve your order if ribs. You won't find any better ribs on either side of the Mississippi! I've had them from the home of river from Nashville to St. Louis, Chicago to Texas. Thus is home of the most amazing ruins ever. I had a chance to talk with their master distiller. Nicest guy ever. And if you've got a moment to talk with the bar keep (Tina, I believe) she's extremely knowledgeable on all things drinking and exceptionally fun to talk with. Thank you all for one of the best Branson dining & dining experiences we've had all week!!!

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    Awesome time with Jaimie. Their Scotch was the best we have tasted! Beautiful location.

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    Cool distillery outside Branson. Nice clean inside and the staff were very friendly. The selections of whiskey and moonshine were very good.

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    The bar tender was great and knowledgeable about the products. They were super nice and great to know they were on moonshiners.

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    Greg and Jolie are the best people on the planet. Highly recommend. 10 out of 10

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    Ask the Community - Missouri Ridge Distillery & Brewery

    Are you all kid friendly? we will be down in jun for vac. thank you

    Yes, because we offer food as well as spirits, children of all ages are welcome....

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    Review Highlights - Missouri Ridge Distillery & Brewery

    “Most importantly they give you free samples of moonshine, bourbon, single malt, corn and more that they distilled on site!”

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