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    4.9 (77 reviews)
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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Cool cocktails!
    Jennifer F.

    Super cool and quiet location with some tasty cocktails. They had a vendor for food onsite which was some tasty tacos. Loved the patio and the staff was super friendly. Great place to enjoy a relaxing time!

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    Mar E.

    Really nice place...I called when they were closed just to ask if I could buy their product in town and the owner invited me to just come by. I did and he gave me a sample and I ended up buying a bottle of really good bottle of Mount Whitney malt whisky.

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    Monika B.

    We enjoyed coming it a surprisingly cute/themed distillery. The staff was super friendly and we enjoyed the rum old fashioned and lemon drop. We sat inside and found out they have different food trucks that come on the weekends. We will definitely be back when we come through a

    Rum Punch

    Always love stopping into this place for a drink. Cocktails are well balanced and very flavorful. Don't frequently see a lot of distilleries so it's great to stop by when staying in town. Service was also excellent and friendly.

    French 75 & Bishop Mule
    Jon J.

    Super sweet spot and literally the cutest dog imaginable.... great drinks and great whiskey I shall return

    Great food
    John S.

    Fun good stuff and good staffing wonderful food at the pop-up kitchen modern and younger people that welcomed an old truck driver !!!! Younger people with babies are playing together IT'S WELCOMEING AND FUN!!!!

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    Roya J.

    Very nice experience, nice outdoor seating with misters. Cocktails were good, aimsir wheat whiskey was a little light on the flavor and the gin in the Tom collins was too strong on the cardamom, should be junipers. Liked it and giving it 4 stars as they're just starting out and one of the better places. As hubby said "Pretty damn good if you take it within the context of the town." I think they have time and room for improvement and thus the 4 stars, otherwise 3.5.

    Steve V.

    Fantastic Aviation! Had a Chicago dog and it was fantastic. Staff were great and there was a cute little doggie that stole everyone's heart. Will be back next time I'm thru! As a gin fan, there's was lovely! Lekker?

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    Tricia P.

    The drinks are awesome and curated so well with their own spirits they distill themselves. They also have wonderful mock-tails for the designated driver or folks who don't drink alcohol! (Fruit punch mock tail is A+) Atmosphere is modern industrial, cute aesthetic. Clean bathrooms and clean lobby. Has a ton of outdoor seating. The food selection is from food trucks/small scale companies that are all SO good. They post on Instagram who is setting up and what is being sold Tucked away from Main Street, makes it feel secret and special.

    the Chicago hot dog is a MUST
    Megan S.

    Great spot in Bishop! Highly recommend as you drive into town or passing through to Mammoth. Really good drinks - I suggest the rum old fashioned - and the Chicago hot dog is stupid good. And that's coming from someone who literally hates hot dogs usually. Dog friendly spot and super nice staff!

    Lauren S.

    My husband and I visited this distillery last month and fell in love with it! The staff were so friendly and helpful. The location and business were beautiful! The drinks were incredible. We love and recommend their Moscow Mules! We plan on visiting again very soon! It was an overall great experience and enjoyable vibe and atmosphere.

    Meet Quin! Coolest little  Chihuahua ever! (Owners dog)
    Kelly C.

    Everything about this distillery is fantastic! From the drinks to the decor and positivie chill relaxing vibes. My favs are the Fench 75 & a Tom Colins!! They are dog friendly too. Thats always a win for me! On the wknds they have fantastic food truck options too, besides their own food. Check their IG & FB to see who the food guest appearance will be. I have been an avid wine connoisseur for years but their gin, vodka and rum is out of this world! They have whiskey too but my pallet just can't get on board with whiskey. Hands down, Best gem in the eastern sierras!

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    Thank you for the review and enjoy the whiskey! Cheers!

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    We’re so happy you enjoyed your visit! Thank you for the review!!

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    2 years ago

    Great little spot... all spirits are made in house! The food is great definitely try the Chicago style dog. Nice staff and cute vibe.

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    Thank you and so happy you enjoyed your visit!

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    1 year ago

    The drinks here were amazing and prices great compared to LA, and the people working here were amazing. Highly recommend the Chicago dog.

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    Thank you so much for the review!

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    Thanks Kelly! Always a pleasure to serve you!

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    OMG. Cool peeps here. All with a smile and just way cool. Get the French 75. Just do it. Super friendly people all around.

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    2 years ago

    Hidden gem! Amazing drinks and service. The deck is the place to be on a sunny Owen's Valley day!

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    2 years ago

    Amazing drinks with their own spirits. Super friendly staff and quiet downtown location.

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    Thank you so much Todd!

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    Nice little place with patio seating and food vendor. Friendly service. Busy on Friday evening.

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    3 years ago

    Love their whiskey!!! It's to die for!! Their cocktails are also pretty good! Their latest whiskey (shadow chipmunk) is so smoky and creamy!

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    Great cocktails and food. Fun place to hang out. Nice people, friendly and professional. Wish it was open Mon-Wed.!

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    Ask the Community - Owens Valley Distilling Company

    Are all ages welcome?

    Yes

    Hello are you dog friendly (super small cute friendly dog)? thank you!

    Hi! Yes, well behaved dogs are allowed on our deck. We only do bottle sales Mon-Wed, regular hours are Thurs 12-8, Fri&Sat 12-9, Sun 2-6. See you soon!

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