Showed up right at closing and had such a lovely experience with the owner, affordable and educational tasting--some of the best whiskey we've had (big fans of the smoked bourbon). read more

The owners were serving the whisky and wine. Great value and tasty offerings. All 8 of us enjoyed the setting and hospitality. Only food offering was Route 11 potato chips (which is nearby). The fruit and grains are grown on-site. They also offer beef packages from their farm. Definitely worth a visit. Our favorite was the blended bourbon and peach moonshine read more

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Such a great little place to visit! I rented a cabin in the area as a quarantine getaway. We arrived at river hill and there was just 1 other group that was finishing up as we arrived. We parked and hung out outside until they were done -- the grounds has tables and seating outdoors. Once we got in, Fred gave us great service. His wife was also there, caring for the horses so we didn't get to interact with her as much. We learned about the distillery and the different whiskey/bourbon they had. We tried them all, and he even made some mixed drink shots. This was perfect to understand what flavors go good with each drink. We spent maybe 30 minutes here or so, and bought a few bottles to take home with us. read more

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It's really a hidden gem! they offer wine tasting and also whiskey tasting, for only less than $10 They are making everything in house, they have a great selection of liquors and mixed drinks. The owner went above and beyond to make sure the whole experience is special I would totally recommend this place for anyone wants to try something new, like corn whiskey ;) read more

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This place is great! We met owners Amy (I believe was her name) and Fred. Amy did our wine tasting. Their wines are very pleasant and light, all fruit wines. They are working on a sweet potato wine which sounds super interesting but wasn't ready yet :-( Then Fred took over for the Distillery tasting. He was awesome! Has whiskey, bourbon and a peach moonshine. Everything tasted great! Pricing of products was reasonable and we left with several bottles. They live on a farm there and you can also buy portions of beef if you would like. Would go back in a heartbeat and could hang with Fred all day! read more

Great products, friendly owners and a lovely time sampling the whiskey, bourbon, moonshine and wine.

Knowledgeable people about the area, nice selection of wines and very nice family. Little out of the way but nice place to visit.. try the custom apple pie it's unbelievable read more

This distillery was so lovely! My brother and I stopped here before we left Luray the other day. The owners were so friendly and kind, and all the wines and the moonshine I tasted were delicious. The moonshine was so much smoother and better quality than the touristy distilleries I've been to in Tennessee. My brother bought their whiskey, and he said it's delicious as well. The location was beautiful as well. They grow their own ingredients, and the distillery was right on their farm. Next time I come to visit Shenandoah National Park, I'm definitely coming back here! read more

Tucked out of the way, down the road, up the driveway, and around the bend is a place worth exploring. River Hill Distillery has been on the radar for six years, yet still has multiple surprises for you. Walking up to the front door, you might encounter Amy. Amy will walk you through several delightful wines made with locally grown produce and crafted with care. Yes, WINE! Turns out that River Hill Distillery is also a bit of a winery. All of it was delightful, but the surprise hit, at least for our taste buds was the sweet potato wine. I had to ask Amy twice to make sure I had heard her properly. Sweet potato! Once Amy got through with us, it was Fred's turn to delight us. Wielding a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm, Fred explained everything from how much corn he is able to grow, where and how he malts the corn and barley he uses, to each step in the distillation process. Try the wine. Try the 100% Corn Whiskey. Try the Bourbon. Try the 100 Bourbon. And definitely: Enjoy! read more

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My 4 stars is as much about the tour as the whisky. I'm not a big fan of corn whisky, but I loved hearing Fred explain his process. He even has his old still on display (which he only replaced 6 months ago), which isn't much more than a tank with a copper pipe coming out of it held up by a coat hanger! The whisky was very smooth & pale, almost vodka-like. And at 100-proof, it had a punch. The bourbon was lightly smoked. We had a 3rd sample of the whisky mixed with apple cider & a dash of cinnamon and that was good. They also have some wine, mostly made from fruit but one with Niagara grapes (white wine). The Niagara was a porch sipping wine; nothing fancy but gets the job done. Most of the fruit wines were sold out, but I did like the peach wine.' The distillery is super small; they only produce about 22 gallons a month. They also sell beef and other farm meats. I definitely recommend a tour and sampling. read more

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If you find yourself in the Luray area, this place is a must visit. Fred and his team are so hospitable that you find yourself supporting his small business even if you are not a drinker of whiskey or bourbon. Upon walking in, we were given a small sampling of their fruit wines. They were so yummy, just the right amount of sweetness on a dreary afternoon. After our sweet wine tasting, Fred took us on a short yet educational tour of his distillery. He explained the product, the process and taught even the most knowledgable folks a few new things. After a brief eduction and tour(no heavy walking involved so please do the tour), we had an opportunity to taste corn whiskey and 2 types of bourbon. Fred is so great with people and his love for his trade was evident in the tastings and tour. Yes, we walked away with a few bottles and hoped to be back for more. The property is home to a bunch of horses and cattle. The tasting room is small yet cozy. The tastings are complimentary. The bourbon is strong and hopefully those that imbibe in our home will appreciate it. read more

Great place to visit and tour. Family owned with a great story of what led to opening this distillery. Check out how their whiskey and bourbon is made fro start to finish. Distillery is locate beside the stables. They also offer tasting and more. read more

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Fun small micro distillery off the beaten path. Keep going up the road past the homes, it is worth it.

We were looking for a place to relax and enjoy a warm winter day and the River Hill Distillery was perfect. The atmosphere was welcoming and the staff took the time to explain all the tasting we enjoyed. The wine was unique and excellent. The spirits were also very good. Best of all, the prices were reasonable. I highly recommend stopping by, you won't be dissapointed read more

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It looks usual farm when we drove up to but there are friendly and nice people inside. My husband liked their whiskeys. I tried peach wine which uses 50lbs to make one case so it was very peachy but not too sweet. They use all the ingredients from their farm, which I liked. They may not be able to mail their alcohol to outside VA due to the destination regulations but it's worth trying their tastings. The master there will not disappoint you. They also have beef boxes, if you are interested in. read more

You have to drive through a neighborhood that turns into a farm to get to River Hill, but it is well worth tracking down. It is a pretty small operation as distilleries go, but the owners are really down to earth and enthusiastic. Pop is happy to give a tour of the unassuming place: there is the tap room, and the small room behind it is the distillery. "This is my vat, those over there are my barrels." The bourbon and corn whiskey he makes are all worth picking up. If they aren't the best you've had, you will appreciate the taste of down home honesty. My wife was happy to chat with Mom and sample the fruity wines they sell (yes, including Sweet Potato.) I find those type of wines good for desserts or pancakes, but my wife likes the occasional spritzer. They were out of one that my wife selected, but she got a kick out of watching Pop decant her bottle directly from a barrel, and he let her label it and put the seal over the cork. The property itself is pretty large, and they do a number of other things aside from the distillery. You can buy meat at the counter with your wine, and they also board horses and I understand they have a shooting range. This is a place you want to visit just so you can recognize it when some author inevitably includes it as a setting in a novel. read more

A hidden gem! Venture down the dirt road and stumble upon some exceptional whiskeys and moonshine. The newly launch rye is a must try, as is the corn whiskey. Their peach moonshine is an authentic, throwback recipe that packs all the flavor of a bushel of a peaches without the syrupy sweetness of mass market moonshine. Their fruit wines are fun - ask for their pairing suggestions. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to this unassuming distiller where the product shines bright. The staff is very friendly, and Dude Man the cat always has a happy meow to greet you. read more

A fantastic, off the beaten path, family-owned and operated farm and distillery in Luray, VA. They grow their own corn for their horses and cattle and save some to make whiskey and bourbon. They also make lovely dessert wines from apples and berries, as well as, sell beef products. Their distillery is in one small building which is three signs away from the main road. You'll think you're going too far, but just have faith and you'll see the signs showing you where to go. It's absolutely worth a visit if you want to take a day trip out of D.C.--it's only two hours away and an idyllic drive. Amy and Fred Foley warmly welcomed us in. We sat at the bar and chatted with Amy while we waited for the next tour of the distillery. She poured us samples of the apple and berry dessert wines. The apple was lightly sweet and crisp, very nice for a warm summer day. The berry wine was like sangria, just yummy! I ended up buying a bottle for later! About 10-15 minutes later, we were invited to tour the distillery and see how they make their small batches of un-aged and aged whiskey and bourbon. The tour was 15 minutes with tastings at the end. This tour is very low-key. You'll learn how to make small batch whiskey with traditional methods. They use local goods throughout and it was fascinating to see craft whiskey and bourbon being made. They hand-bottle and label their whiskey, bourbon, and wine. If you're looking for a high-end, whiskey processing factory experience...where everyone wears uniforms and tastings occur in wood-paneled rooms with leather chairs...you will be disappointed. Their un-aged whiskey was great when mixed as an apple pie cocktail--we were treated to a tasting of that neat to start. The bourbon was my favorite and I bought a small bottle of that too (and I'm not even a whiskey or bourbon aficionado). My boyfriend bought their "100% Corn Bourbon Whiskey", made from corn grown on their farm, which was aged for 8-months in charred oak barrels. This experience was the highlight of our day trip to Luray to see the caverns. We will be back sometime to stay at their farmhouse or cottage and take in other attractions Luray has to offer. -- The picture is of Scooter the raccoon. A former corn bandit who is now a stuffed mascot in the distillery. read more

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The greatest distillery I have been to in awhile. The location is on a farm with gravel road. You would not even know it was here unless you used your GPS. We were greeted, when we came in with great hospitality. They had a variety of liquors in there and we were offered samples to try before we made are purchase. After the samples I didn't need to buy anything. Everything is pure and wasn't watered down. I ended up buying 5 bottles from this establishment. Friendly people and great liquor. Keep up the great work. read more

Even the initial finding of the place was interesting, as it sat in the back of a farm, at the end of a dirt road, which we found to be curious. It was a much smaller operation than we had seen before, but it made the experience that much better. Fred was super sweet, friendly, and knowledgeable. It made the tour very personal, and we were not disappointed. We got to try 4 different whiskeys, and our favorites were definitely the bourbon and 100 bourbon whiskey (their special, which we got a bottle of). We tried their wines as well, and they were good, but a little too sweet for us, as we aren't huge sweet wines fans. So keep that in mind when you come for the wine. Overall a great experience, and I would recommend it to anyone in the area! Keep rocking it Fred! read more

Was a little reluctant as the picture looked like a shed. The real deal is a bit more spacious, and the hospitality was superb. Just finished a bit of River Hill in myRiver Hill rocks glass... I was so impressed not only did I buy a bottle of bourbon and a little of the corn whiskey, but also a little River Hill swag. My wife purchased some mixed berry wine, so we were both happy. A great stop followed by lovely dinner at the Mimslyn Inn speak easy. read more

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Best kept secret of Luray, the bourbon is very good. He also has a great selection of wines.

Had a great time and Fred made the experience even better, especially in a time when social ventures can be a little anxiety inducing! He was also funny and welcoming. As for the drinks, I tend not to like sweet wines but the mixed berry wine in particular was bright and flavorful. For the whiskey, they source all of their corn and barley from their farm. After a fun tasting, we came away with a bottle of the 100 proof bourbon and one of the mixed berry wine. read more

Come for the spirits, stay for the barn cats! The Foleys were very welcoming and we loved the tour of their distilling area and the beautiful grounds. Best corn whiskey we've ever had, and the mixed berry wine is delicious, even if you don't like sweet wines. So glad we stopped by! read more

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Must see hidden gem. The Foley family made us feel welcomed and were very knowledgeable on the different products. Will be returning.

Amy and Fred were so friendly and inviting. The whiskey was outstanding. The wines were a flavor extravaganza. I wanted to take everything home with me. Would highly recommend and will be returning! read more

Wonderful experience and family. The whiskey and wines were amazing. Looking forward to return i. September for a sweet potato wine. read more

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WOW, what a fun time. Fred and Amy were fantastic. Tour and tasting. I loved the liquor and wife loved the wine. Appreciate them taking time to chat. I HIGHLY recommend stopping in and checking it out. You won't be disappointed. Can't wait to visit again. Charlie and Julie. read more

4 good wines to try for 5$. Also had moonshine to try. Cute secluded place. Signs are small and it's down a dirt road.

Simple little distillery owned and operated by a local family. Fruit wines were good but my favorite was the bourbon whiskey. read more

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My husband and I had some time to kill before a wedding. We stumbled upon this place and Fred gave a lovely tour. After all the commercialized distilleries on the Bourbon Trail it's nice to have an intimate conversation on how they make their bourbon. We were able to try several wines and delicious whiskeys. Fred even made some of his special cordials for us. It makes a whiskey margarita which I hope to make for myself. I was also impressed by their wines. Usually I'm a bold, earthy wine person and never thought Sweet Potato Wine could be a thing, but I've tried it and enjoyed it! Their wines are not too sweet and have a great fruity sensation. I look forward to having the sweet potato wine with thanksgiving and for a tasty hot toddy. We bought some wine and whiskey and are very happy with our experience. read more

This place is amazing! Such a beautiful location, with boarded horses on the property. Got to sample the mixed berry, peach and sweet potato wines. All were delicious, and ended up taking a bottle of the sweet potato home. Then took a tour of the distillery, and learned about their process. At the end, got to sample the whiskeys they sell. Almost took one of those bottles home too! All very interesting and informative, with a friendly staff. read more

Fantastic tour and tastings of the whiskey and wines! We were visiting from out of town and found River Hill on Yelp, going during the listed Saturday hours. There was a regular stream of customers, some coming in just to purchase whiskey, other first-timers like ourselves there for a tour. Tours are not scheduled, but given informally whenever people arrive interested to learn more about the whiskey making process. We were very impressed that most of the ingredients (including fruits in the wines) come from the family's farm or are locally sourced from the Shenandoah Valley area. The wine was fresh and fruity (made with 100% local, fresh fruit, pure cane sugar, and no additives/coloring)! We ordered 2 bottles of the peach wine, and they bottled one for us when we ordered! There is also reasonably priced beef and steaks available (frozen) from cattle raised on the farm. All of the staff (the family that owns and operates the farm) were friendly and very knowledgeable about the wines, whiskeys, beef, etc. Definitely recommend if you are visiting the area! read more

Visiting Virginia from DC, stopped by a few wineries and very happy we ended our tour here. The tasting had a nice variety and the sweet potato wine was so unique. The owner gave the distillery tour and he was such a character and very proud of his work. Ended up taking a bottle home with us, the bourbon was so good read more

We arrived at River Hill Distillery right at 4:30pm on Saturday. Our group, a total of four of us, were worried that they would be closing soon and we may just be able to look around the front shop. To our surprise and luck, Frank was at the front of the shop and just about to show a few guests around the whiskey distilling process. Frank walked us through the history of his distilling, what got him started, and the different liquors he bottled. He allowed us to taste a few different whiskeys, bourbons, and mixed drinks he preferred. Following this, Amy walked us through a few fruit wines they were currently selling seasonally (I ended up purchasing the sweet potato and mixed berry wines for a perfect summer combo). In sum, River Hill Distillery is wonderfully Shenandoah. The owners were welcoming, flexible, and open to any and all guests, the drinks were great and fair priced, and the location is nothing short of natural beauty. read more

We ended up finding this place after the "severe weather" shut down most hikes in the area. It was such an amazing experience to see how much Fred cared about his product. The pride that he took in manufacturing such a smooth product was endearing to say the least. I'd definitely recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a stop off the beaten path. Thanks Fred!! read more

If you're in the area, definitely stop here! Fred and his wife are SO friendly and knowledgeable... not to mention the whiskey and wine are delicious read more

River Hill Distillery is a great small batch operation on a family farm nestled in the beautiful Shenandoah area. Fred was a great host and very knowledgeable! We enjoyed our private tour learning about the whiskey and bourbon making process and even got to see it in progress which was very cool! We loved the Bourbon and knew we would from the moment we smelled the smoked barley. We bought a bottle of Bourbon and two bottles of their grape wine (very sweet). read more

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A group of six girls went to River Hill Distillery as part of our bachelorette weekend this January. Fred and Amy were very sweet, and we learned a ton about whiskey distilling! It was a fascinating tour, and Fred did a wonderful job explaining the process, and gave us some generous tasting pours! :) They also allowed us to walk around the farm, pet the horses, and take in the gorgeous scenery. Definitely worth a visit! read more

Had a wonderful experience here. Fred was kind enough to welcome us and do the tour and tasting despite the fact that they weren't officially open to the public, which we weren't aware of at first. Like other reviewers have stated, he explained the step by step process of making the corn whiskey and bourbon, followed by tastings of the same. Ended up buying a bottle of the corn whiskey, especially since it made for an excellent apple pie cocktail (of which he gave us a taste). The wines they make are fruit based, and the 3 we tasted were super sweet; not quite to my taste. Fred also informed us their liquor may be found in ABC stores. Looking forward to buy their bourbon soon! read more