Oh my gosh, I was sure I had reviewed before- I've had nothing but positive experiences on each…read morevisit. The building is rather nondescript on the outside. Walk inside and you feel like you're at a cool party! Every bartender/ mixologist knows their stuff making well crafted cocktails. All the ingredients going in the drinks are quality. Griffo is fantastic with offering up both fabulous live music and DJ's. On nice days the warehouse door slides up offering more seating and quite often a tasty food truck. Additionally their spirits are offered to purchase there. I picked up a wonderful vodka, a gin as well as a delicious shrub syrup to add to cocktails. I've had the pleasure of interacting with Kat (manager I believe) - such an engaging person. What's not to love at Griffo?!?!

Kat from Griffos literally saved the day and some for our organization. We had plans to have our…read moreannual event fundraiser at another place in town. Though due to ownership changes we were told we no longer could have our event as planned and needed to find a new venue less than a month out from our large event. Without hesitation Kat said absolutely we will do whatever we can to accommodate you all. Rewind several months back and Kat reached out to me to see how we could collaborate. She wanted to ensure her space was welcoming, inclusive and a space that everyone, especially those in the LGBTQIA2S+ community knew they could come to and feel and be safe and have fun. With pre-planning for our event Kat was down to earth, easy going, personable and did all she could to try and say "yes" to all of our needs. She went out of her way to ensure that all of the kids at our event were safe and that there was space for everyone. If it was not for Kat and her team our event would not have been able to happen, which would have been very challenging for our organization, as our event is what helps financially sustain us throughout the year. Thank you, Kat, team and Griffos for opening your arms and hearts to us and for doing all that you can to ensure that the LGBTQIA2S+ community knows that they are safe and welcome at Griffos.

Came in at 5:45pm on a Saturday to pick up our club shipment. Almost closing time but our server…read morewas very nice and friendly. Gave us so much information. Also had a little time for a quick tasting. Nice and chill tasting room ..., Good music too!!

We were in the area doing some wine tasting and decided to check out this place. The inside is…read morereally nice but not very big. We did two flights, one of Rum and the other of whiskey tastings and one gin and tonic drink. Both flights were delicious, great notes on each, and a light palate. I'm not big gin drinker but I was surprised how well the gin tasted. I'd order a gin drink anytime. The place is really nice and the service was good. We will definitely be back for some more flights.

Spirit Works Distillery is a nice distillery located in The Barlow. It's a little tucked away but…read moreworth a visit. They have bar seating as well as some lounge areas and tables. Directly behind the bar you can see where the process happens from milling, mashing, fermenting, distilling, and bottling. Spirit Works hand crafts Gin, Vodka, Sloe Gin and Whiskey all on site.  They offer a flight tasting or two tastes with a cocktail option. If you go for the cocktail option, please note CA law only always allows a distillery to serve 1.5oz of alcohol per person so there are no other tastes or cocktails available. Someone in my group was excited about the Sloe Gin but wasn't able to try it after ordering the two tastes and cocktail. Just means they have to come back for a visit again the future. The cost is a little over $20 for the two tastes with a cocktail. I had the Vital Springs cocktail with Vodka, basil, mint, lime, ginger and Thai spiced bitters. The cocktail was really good and refreshing.  They also have cocktail kits available and for purchase that includes the alcohol, simple syrup, bitters and mixers.  This is a great spot in The Barlow!

Very small, cute tasting room at the end of the building. Plenty of parking on the side or in back…read more We didn't need a reservation on a slow Friday afternoon so we got a spot at the bar. We got the 2-taste with 1-cocktail option, and apparently the CA law is that a distillery can't serve more than 1.5oz of alcohol per person, so it's just a couple of sips and a half-sized drink. For 2 people it came to about $50. **Don't forget to check in on Yelp when you arrive to save 50%! I knew of this offer and I forgot so we paid full price.** The bartender was fun, and the drinks were tasty. Definitely try the Sloe Gin! So unique and flavorful, it was the best drink I had all day. Another cool thing is that you can buy cocktail kits that include alcohol, simple syrup, bitters, and mixers for about $70 -$100 depending on the liquor you choose. Would return.

I wanted to order local whiskey as birthday present. I was excited to learn about this place…read more Unfortunately, you can only order online. I ordered online including the 20$ shipping fee. UPS lost the package. I've reached out to company and the distributor and nothing. I'm out $70? Disappointing and frustrating. I won't ever buy anything from them again.

As a local girl, I was really stoked to hear that RP was getting a distillery. As luck would have…read moreit, every time I was home for a visit, things would get in the way and I wouldn't be able to make it to the distillery. This time however, I was determined to not let this experience slip through my fingers. ITS IN MY OLD BACKYARD, for goodness sake! I bought a 2 for 1 tour and tasting on groupon, and took my dad as a fathers day gift since I'd be missing it with him in person. We had a very entertaining, informative, and delicious smelling tour, and then we went to the tasting room to get our hands on the goods. OH MAN is their stuff GOOD. We started with the Rye and moved onto the good stuff. I fell head over heels with the #2, and then we found the Cask Strength #2 and the love I felt was even stronger. As if it couldn't get better, there was a Truffle one that blew our minds. I was so impressed with the education on how to drink Whiskey and Bourbon, and left feeling amazing that this product came from my hometown! If I lived in the continental US, I would totally join the barrel club because this stuff is amazing. The owner was there when we did the tour and he was super cool. The Distillery is growing so fast with the desire for their product that they have moved on from the size they have to a specially designed for the new place they're moving to later this year. I'm super excited to see how they do with their new space and I guarantee that they are going to be successful because they really know what they are doing with their beautiful barreled goodness.

We stopped by Hanson Distillery on a whim after wine tasting nearby, and it ended up being one of…read morethe highlights of our day. For most of us, it was our first time vodka tasting, and we were warmly welcomed and seated immediately upon arrival. After being introduced to the tasting menu, we each selected three to four vodka flavors to sample, followed by a handcrafted cocktail of our choice. The tasting experience was thoughtfully curated, and the staff was exceptionally knowledgeable, engaging, and eager to answer questions. To make the experience even better, we ordered a fresh wood fired pizza that paired perfectly with the tasting. Every vodka we sampled was excellent, showcasing both quality and creativity, and the cocktails were equally impressive. From the attentive service to the relaxed atmosphere, the entire experience exceeded our expectations. We had a fantastic time and would absolutely return the next time we're in Sonoma.

Hanson of Sonoma Distillery in Sonoma,CA…read more Do you want you want to switch up your wine tasting opps in Napa and Sonoma? How about vodka tasting? Well if that sparks an interest, check out Hanson of Sonoma Distillery in Sonoma, CA, on Highway 12. They make organic vodka infused with real fruit. It's award winning. $25 tastings six vodka flights. $75 tasting with a tour of the distillery. They have other assorted tasting flights $35 plus and cocktails $15. Some of the vodka infused flavors are habanero, mandarin orange, meyer lemon and cucumber. They also have infused gin and whiskey. They have small bites as well. The tasting room has great all around vibes. Friendly, down to earth staff. Right when I stepped in, I noticed the design aesthetics. I liked the full bar look with the stacked shelves and the lounge area. Beautiful, modern tasting room. The building outdoor grounds has a pond and seating area. However when I visited, the entire pond water surface was covered with algae. But I'm sure they'll work to clean that up making it picture perfect; the outdoor garden and landscaping is quite beautiful. Selfie opp.

Don't know why the sole reviewer before myself gave only 1 star, but I and a coworker were given…read moresamples of their vodka and clear whiskey, which I've never seen before, but loved, and they both were very smooth with very little burn at all. No chaser needed. I personally would classify Lightning Spirits as medium, if not top shelf. I highly recommend. Can't wait to try their other spirits.

Barely found the door and when we did, it was booted shut at 2:45pm…read more If your Yelp review says you are open 9-5, be op n9-5!! If you are going to brag about winning gold.:. LET US TASTE IT!!!

Key highlights - Really friendly and knowledgeable bartender, casual and fun space to hang out with…read morefree board games, fantastic gins. Will be back next time we are in the area!

We've now been here a couple times. Both time was a great experience. I was a little disappointed…read morethey didn't have any absinthe available, but they said they sold out their last back pretty quick. We alway la have a cocktail at their small bar and have always walked out with a couple spirits.