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Sleeping Giant Distillery

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Cynthia R.

Very cute and quaint and tiny place for some yummy liquor tastings. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable and the tastings were delish. Not any seating anywhere from what I can see to enjoy the tasting, but I was only there maybe abt 20min and was done so was all good.

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Chase M.

My family visited the distillery last Saturday for a tour and tasting. For only $10 each, it's certainly a great deal (and you get to keep the shot glass)! There were 2 in our party under 21 so they couldn't taste the rum but they enjoyed the tour. The facility has a lot of history and it's a small, family-owned and family-run business. It's a hidden gem in Rock Hill and a unique experience for the City! The rum was good, customer service was great, and we enjoyed the experience!

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Thank You Laurie! We’re glad you stopped in!

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Thanks for stopping by Candice! Enjoy the rum!

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Thanks Karl!

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5 years ago

Wonderful rums and a special place you can tell is built with heart. It's in a cool location in Rock Hill. I recommend checking it out!

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Thanks Sheryl! Enjoy the rum!

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Oaklore Distilling - Relax by the fire and cheers to friends with the best small batch North Carolina Bourbon.

Oaklore Distilling

4.4(26 reviews)
21.4 mi

Wow, what a great place. The physical location is super nice the outdoor area the fire pit. The big…read morescreen TVs is incredible. Their own brand liquor is excellent. Great quality and great prices. The staff is super friendly and helpful. I recommend it 100 % Went this afternoon for a bloody Mary round up staying for a couple of hours special shout out to Cam and also to Josh Josh is extremely knowledgeable. Extremely helpful and just a lot of fun. Give it a try.

So, I absolutely love supporting small businesses, and I'm especially a fan of keeping things…read morelocal. That said, after visiting this place on a Friday afternoon, I have to admit I was a little taken aback by the pricing. I've included a few pictures for reference so you can see what I'm talking about. When we arrived, the ambiance was really nice. Everything was decorated for fall, it was beautiful outside, and they had a great outdoor setup, so we decided to sit outside and enjoy it. Now, I completely understand that everything is expensive these days. Drinks at bars, restaurants, and distilleries aren't exactly getting cheaper. With that in mind, though, I also expect a certain level of quality, size, and portion when I'm paying $12-$14 for a cocktail. My wife ordered an espresso martini, and I ordered a rum mojito, both made with their own products. I'm not exaggerating when I say the size of these drinks was... well, laughable. Especially considering the price. I also walked around and checked out a lot of their spirits, because, you know, that's basically mandatory when visiting a distillery. Their bourbon and other spirits seemed to be priced pretty much where you'd expect for a smaller-batch operation. I really didn't have an issue with those prices. It was the cocktail portions that got me. You're paying $12-$14 for a cocktail or around $8-$10 for a martini, and they're coming out in what I can only describe as plastic baby cups. At that price point, I'm expecting something that requires at least a heavy hand to carry, even with plastic being mandatory. Here's the deal: if you want to spend some money and have a decent experience at a local distillery, this place is okay. The outdoor fire pits were a nice touch, there was plenty of seating, and like I said, the ambiance was really enjoyable. The bartender was also very nice. For us, though, we only ordered the one round. After tax and tip, those two drinks came out to almost $25. So, if you're heading here, just bring your wallet--and maybe a magnifying glass for the cocktails. You're definitely going to pay a premium for the experience, and in my opinion, the portion sizes just don't quite match the price. Overall, it's a nice spot with a great atmosphere and friendly service. I just think it's a little overpriced for what you actually get in your glass.

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Southern Grace Distilleries - This was delicious...

Southern Grace Distilleries

4.7(56 reviews)
47.4 mi
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The world's best juice is here. This is the bourbon you are looking for. World's best tour guide…read moregives you all the inside history for the building and the distilling process. Find out why they are making it right. Find out what they do how they do it and why it's different than most. There's no food on campus but there is plenty of food and restaurants near by. Excellent customer service. I swear I'm their biggest fan from Oregon anyway. Really had a great time met lots of people on the tour and in the tasting room. It was just the experience of a lifetime for me. Highly recommend you devote a couple hours and make it a point to stop and visit. You might find something you like

It was a scorching hot North Carolina day in April when we arrived for the afternoon tour at…read moreSouthern Grace Distillery. We had paid in advance and made it just in the nick of time to join our group of about a dozen people. The crowd was a mix of adults and children; personally, I didn't quite understand the presence of kids on a jailhouse and whiskey tour, but the group was ready to dive into the history. The tour kicked off with chilling news of hauntings. Our guide mentioned that the show "Ghost Hunters" had even visited the site, certifying the old jail as haunted--though fortunately by "friendly" spirits. The sensory experience was a bit of a rollercoaster. I generally enjoy the scent of bourbon, and the initial aroma upon entering the distillery is quite pleasant. However, the main room where we spent a significant portion of the tour had a scent that was overwhelming and wholly unpleasant. That said, the content of the tour was good. It provided a well-balanced mix of intriguing historical facts about the prison and the technical side of whiskey making. The kids got restless during the tour and actually started brutally kicking each other in the shins. They each had on shell toed Crocs, so you could hear the crunch of bone and flesh beneath each kick. Their parents let it go on indefinitely. The hour passed quickly and was well worth the $14 adult admission. The tasting at the end is not for the faint of heart. They serve hard liquor, and I do mean HARD. My lips were numbing and my face was next. I had to tap out after the third swig! On the bright side, the gift shop is fantastic. They have the most darling items; we walked away with two tote bags and a delicious pink lemonade drink that will be perfect for sharing with friends this summer. This is a unique, affordable way to spend an hour, provided you can handle the heat and the high proof!

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Dragon Moonshine

Dragon Moonshine

4.4(29 reviews)
23.8 mi•NoDa
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My bf and I recently visited Dragon Moonshine during our anniversary after finding a great deal on…read moreGroupon. WE HAD AN AMAZING TIME! We were immediately greeted by one of the owners, Chris. This man has such an amazing story! We learned so much about the spirit making process. You can tell he knows his stuff! He answered all of our questions and went into details on how every machine works. What's even more amazing is that he and his partner self-taught themselves how to do this. Genius. To top it all off, we got to taste their rum, amaretto, and apple pie moonshine. Our favorite was the amaretto, which we bought for $24! We even got two shot glasses. I love how everything is handmade from start to finish. Come and bring your friends - ask questions - you'll come out learning so much (and slightly tipsy) lol.

This place is so great! But, fair warning, they are not following regular hours at the moment, so…read moredefinitely try and call before you go. But, the owners were absolutely fantastic! It is a small space in a very hidden location (just follow the signs once you park) and the tour is more informative than anything else. Where this place shines is their product, and let's be honest, you didn't come to learn about the distillation process, you came for the booze! They are so generous with their tastings and everything they make is incredible, but the amaretto is where they shine! Their prices for bottles are also very reasonable and you get to keep the shot glass as a souvenir. Plus, Chris, and especially Rick, are so congenial and you can swap stories with them for hours! They are doing a release of their new bottle design, so stay tuned!

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Dragon Moonshine - One of the owners, Chris, letting us sample the Rum, Apple Pie Moonshine, and Amaretto (in order of bottles pictured).

One of the owners, Chris, letting us sample the Rum, Apple Pie Moonshine, and Amaretto (in order of bottles pictured).

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