I can't say enough good things about MoonDrops Distillery in Fortville. Every time I visit, it feels like the place just keeps getting better. The space itself is fantastic. It's warm, inviting, and thoughtfully laid out whether you're there for a relaxed drink or a lively night out. The cocktail menu is always evolving, which makes each visit feel fresh. You can tell there's real creativity behind the bar too. Everything we tried was well-balanced and genuinely memorable. What really sets MoonDrops apart, though, is the team. The staff is incredibly welcoming, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they're doing. Since Brittney has taken over the tasting room experience, the vibe has noticeably elevated. It feels more polished without losing that local, laid-back charm. There's also always something going on. Whether you're looking for live music (both indoor and outdoor), comedy nights, trivia, and events that bring in other local businesses, MoonDrops has you covered. It's become more than just a distillery, it's a community hub. Bonus points for the thoughtful food pairings and shareables that complement the drinks perfectly. If you haven't been in a while, or ever, it's absolutely worth checking out (again). MoonDrops has really found its stride, and it shows in every detail. read more

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The two of us were out running errands and decided to stop in for a drink and a sandwich. This was going to be our second visit, and we were looking forward to giving this place another try. When we walked in, there were two couples sitting at the bar, so we took a seat at one of the high-top tables. It appeared that there was only one bartender working, a female, and she never acknowledged us. We sat there for at least 10 minutes, directly in front of the bar, in a small establishment where it would have been difficult not to notice us. Having worked in the restaurant industry myself, I understand that things can get busy, and I always try to give staff the benefit of the doubt. I would have been perfectly happy with a simple "Hi, I'll be right with you!" Just acknowledging our presence would have been enough. Both couples at the bar received their drinks and eventually sat down, yet we were still completely ignored. We weren't sure what the bartender was doing, as her other four customers had already been served. Regardless, a simple greeting or acknowledgment is basic customer service. After waiting several more minutes without a single word from her, we decided to leave. We walked right past the bartender on our way out, and she still said absolutely nothing. We were left feeling as though our presence--and our business--simply didn't matter. It's disappointing because this could be a really cool place, and we had hoped to enjoy our visit. Unfortunately, the lack of acknowledgment and customer service made that impossible. Another observation is that the atmosphere felt uncomfortably quiet, with no music playing, to the point that you almost feel like you have to whisper. Some background music could go a long way toward making the space feel more welcoming. I'm hoping Mark Pressley or Mark Taylor will take the time to look into this situation. If camera footage is available, perhaps reviewing it could help clarify what happened and provide an opportunity for staff training. Even a short training reminder about the importance of greeting guests, acknowledging their presence, and communicating when service is delayed could make a meaningful difference. We understand that everyone has off days, but being completely ignored for that long, especially in a small establishment, is unacceptable. We left disappointed and unsure whether we would want to return. It's a shame because a little courtesy and basic customer service could have made this a completely different experience. read more

Came in for an hour in between weekend events to check out the space, the bartender was very friendly and checked on us a good amount. Definitely great customer service. We didn't get to try the full menu this time because there was an event being prepared for. I'm excited to come back and try their bourbon flights and other specialty cocktails. We did get some shots of their signature lemon drop and pineapple distillery made spirits and they were really good, the lemon drop was my fave and my husband liked the pineapple a lot. They host live bands and comedians so check out their lineup and make a visit in! read more

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Great distillery just outside of Indy in Fortville. Sampling their Lemon Shake up and Coffee moonshines, a 7 year bourbon, a Single Barrel and a limited release finish tawny port barrel bourbon. All were pleasant and very drinkable. My favorite was the Single barrel. Love the atmosphere.. ... country setting ... come by .... See Kenzie for a flight and or some cocktails! read more

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Great drinks and atmosphere. Staff are friendly and engaging. Lots of fun events happen here. Would highly recommend.

We visited moondrops awhile ago and I was blown away by how beautiful the place was. With the high ceilings , sleek design and decor, they had some amazingly comfortable seating also available. Was glad to find this place open when we were driving to another restaurant for dinner because we were celebrating. It was a nice experience overall. Tried a flight based on some recommendations from the server... and ended up purchasing a bottle to take home. Planning on coming back again soon. read more

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Let me tell you about this amazing Sex Dream I had recently. I've actually had it multiple times--over and over, and it's just as good now as the first time I had it. I'm talking about a drink, people! But in all seriousness, "I Got My First Real Sex Dream" is probably the best bar concoction I've experienced in a while. Bourbon (made in-house), espresso, and peanut butter syrup with a cinnamon stick garnish. This drink may actually be better than sex (dreams). From the first time I ordered one at Moon Drops Distillery, I was already looking forward to the next time I could visit. Moon Drops Distillery has been my go-to place as of late. Three times in just the past five weeks, I found myself walking through their doors. The chill vibe, great spirits, and the Sex Dream (of course!) keep me coming back. They also have regular live music. Last night, I loved listening to the Bluegrass Jam Session. Bluegrass and bourbon just work. I could feel the cares of my week drifting away with each pluck of the upright bass. I'm looking forward to warmer weather when they open up the back patio and even collaborate with a local cigar shop. I've yet to take home a bottle, but I will be correcting that error soon! I can't wait to make a delicious homemade old fashioned with local bourbon from Moon Drops Distillery. read more

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We've been here a couple of times and they always have the best cocktails. They change seasonally so there's always new drinks to try. We just came here over the weekend for their Annual Mash Bash and we had to much fun. 21+. No dogs allowed. I recommend you bring a lawn chair so you can have some sips and enjoy the live music. I don't remember the name of the band, but they were all women and they ROCKED! Definitely some great tunes and we had such a fun time with our group. We go to a lot of festivals and it was nice to see some spirit and beer brands we hadn't tried before. Definitely come here and support local :) read more

Moon Drops Distillery - Mash Bash - Distilleries Near Me - Fortville, Indiana

My husband and I had such a great time at Moon Drop Distillery's Mash Bash! The ticket prices were super reasonable, especially with all the tasting options available throughout the event. The live music brought amazing energy, and the food trucks totally hit the spot. Service was superb! We're already looking forward to coming back next year--this time with friends! read more

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After years of waiting for this place to open, we finally checked it out. It's a small tasting room with a bar, no bar stools, full bar, beer and wine. The tasting room has some tables and chairs and a few smaller tables with living room type chairs. It's brightly lit. There is a stage in the corner and a gift shop as well. The drinks were decent. I preferred the old fashion ( old man and the moon) to the perfect manhattan (something classy). My girlfriend quite enjoyed her A Little Bit Alexis. You should make the trip and check it out. read more

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This place is great. Very quaint small vibe inside. I wouldn't say they have food at all, but they've got a few light snacks if you're hungry and food trucks on the weekends. The liquor is crazy good. The vodka and rum were so pleasant to just sip. Their bonfire blends were also delicious, such a unique concept. Will be supporting this small business often! read more

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We drove past this place maybe 10 times. It always looks closed. So, tonight we stopped and it was not the greatest experience. The young lady couldn't recommend a drinks. We asked for a Whiskey sour and she gave us lemonade with whiskey. The place was empty for a Friday night. The atmosphere was not enjoyable. read more

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Enjoying house made spirit cocktails at moon drops distillery! Some of their cocktails change seasonally so give these summer drinks a try before they're gone! read more

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the bourbon sampled was smooth on the palette the decor was rustic and comfortable indoor and outdoor seating makes you feel at home read more

Moon Drops Distillery - Distilleries Near Me - Fortville, Indiana

WHO KNEW that lil o Fortville could be a cool place to hang out? I've been angling to try Moon Drops and finally made it. So many options- locally distilled spirits (my favorite is single barrel & lemon shake up,) beer & wine choices, cocktails, and a few snacks. My guest and I ordered 1 flight & tried 4 spirits. A few little nibbles were included. Friday night was the time to be there and be seen. Great sitting areas, bar tops and space to mingle. Very easy to have a conversation (as long you're not stopped by friends walking in the door!) Moon Drops has given me and everyone else in Fortville/McCordsville & Geist area a place to enjoy our community. read more

This is a fun, simple place for great drinks! There's a variety of seating around, it was all taken when we were there but we didn't mind standing at the bar! It's neat to see all the distillery equipment while at the bar. My husband got a flight of different liquor and fun bonus - it came with snacks! That was an awesome touch to cleanse your pallete while having different liquors. I wanted to get the lemon shake up but it was only on the flight menu. The bartender said I could either have it in a slushie or he could make it into a cocktail for me. I chose the cocktail & it was excellent!! You can bring your own food in (almost everyone seemed to bring in Pizza King since it's close!) They also have food trucks on the weekends or they have some snacks on their menu as well. Lots of merchandise for purchase & plenty of parking. No cash though, card only :) read more

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Service was decent. However, there was only one person working when we arrived (Friday at 6:30pm) and we were told that orders were only being taken at the bar. Another server arrived later on, and she was able to bring our drinks to our table. The atmosphere was nice and drinks were delicious. read more

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What a gem! Plenty of parking and around the side to the entrance. There is an ID check (21+) at the entry. At the bar you can choose from a list of drinks, build a flight, or choose from local beers and a couple of wines. Only cards are accepted as payment. The seating is a bit limited, but the green chairs are so comfy! We visited on a night with live music, and it was a little loud, but the music was great! Overall a fantastic addition to this area and can't wait to become a regular here! read more

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Not sure what to make of this place. Building is gorgeous. Inside set up is great. BUT, they don't have any of their products ready to go yet. So, not sure why you would do a tasting. Now, the drink menu is good, and I'd certainly have an old fashioned or two on the patio. Pax Verum beer on tap as well. I'll be back when they pop their barrels. read more

This was not an enjoyable visit. To start, the customer service was terrible. I asked for recommendations and was met with a stone wall. I asked three separate times, all of which were ignored. I finally said, "I want you to make me a loyal customer, what do you recommend". The bar tender then said, "do a flight and pick any 4 drinks". Well, the flight consists of 4 drinks, which you pick from a list of at least twenty drinks. So, the customer service was poor to say the least. As for the bourbon, it's not good at all. It's all around 120 proof and has a very strong alcohol taste, not the good kind. It's sad because the distillery had a cool space and has a lot of opportunity. Unfortunately, I will not go back and will not purchase any Moon Drops from any establishment. read more

DO THE TOUR! An amazing, cost effective, and local experience. Michael and Rachel were amazing. You could tell they were both incredibly knowledgeable about the process and products, providing a great experience for us. Not only was the tour engaging, but their products were incredible! We will definitely be back! read more

My boyfriend and I were excited to try a new place. The cocktails were unique and we couldn't decide which to order so the bartender (kind and knowledgeable) recommended we do the flight to get an idea of which moonshine flavors we liked. What we received was jaw dropping. The amount of moonshine in each glass was quite literally a sip and not even enough to truly taste it. $15 for 4 sips. We couldn't believe it. It's a nice place but we will not be returning. read more

The bartender was not friendly at all. Our first time there, not very helpful, we felt like we were being a nuisance. Kind of a condescending attitude. The drinks we had were good. But not likely to go back. read more

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This place is so fun!! There was live music when we went and the band was amazing! They had a wide variety of drinks that were delicious! The staff was very friendly and attentive. Will definitely be coming back!!! read more

Drinks are expensive and the bartender was very rude to several of our party. Not impressed.

We had gone with friends previously to Moon Drops so after a dinner out, I suggested to my friends (a group of 14 of us ) that we go there after dinner. The bartender was extremely rude to my one friend when she asked what beers were on tap. When she asked him to repeat them he kind of rolled his eyes like she was bothering him. She was so turned off by his attitude she didn't order a drink at all When I ordered my drink, he was not friendly at all. Never smiled never greeted anybody, never said hello or goodbye. Another one of my friends wanted a glass of Chardonnay and they were out of that. I was so disappointed as I brought 13 of my friends along with me. I really want this place to do good but they need to talk to their staff about being more friendly and accommodating to their customers. read more

The staff was very rude. She was very 'snarky' when we asked about the flavors of the slushies. Then when I went up to the bar to order a cocktail, I got out my wallet, and they said that they don't take cash unless it is exact change. When I asked how much my drink would be, they struggled to figure out the price even though I ordered off of their menu. Several minutes later I was told that it was going to be $18. I can't justify the price so I told them to cancel my order and the bartender then tried to justify the cost by telling me how many shots were in the drink. Don't ague with me Moon Drops, I just don't want to pay your crazy prices! read more

We went with 3 friends to try this place out. One drink each along with a small bowl of Chex mix $75. The drinks were ok but not someplace we can see spending an evening listening to music because the cocktails were too $$$. read more

Great atmosphere, friendly staff and absolutely delicious cocktails. Really looking forward to seeing what this place does with their line of spirits (especially the bourbon) read more

The tasting room is finally open! It's small but clean and quaint. A great place to grab drinks before or after dinner or even before heading to a movie. Delicious hand crafted cocktails made by very polite, knowledgeable and experienced local bartenders. Drinks are average priced to slightly expensive but c'mon, you're at a family owned distillery and not a franchise! In my opinion you get what you pay for here and the price is worth it. If you want cheap drinks, this isn't the place. Also they do not have a kitchen but they do allow you to carry in food. Will definitely be back and am thrilled to add Moondrops to the Fortville business community! read more