Stopped into Twisted Cow Distillery while visiting town, and I honestly had never heard of it…read morebefore. A friend of mine lives in the neighborhood and suggested grabbing a drink there, and it turned out to be such a fun spot. I'm not usually a big cocktail person, but once I saw they had espresso martinis, I was immediately on board. Their cocktail menu is actually pretty impressive, with a nice mix of classics and more creative options, plus everything is made with their own spirits. The espresso martini was smooth, not too sweet, and easy to drink! Exactly what I wanted. If cocktails aren't your thing, they also have a small beer selection, which is nice if you're with a group and everyone wants something different. We went on a Friday night and the place was busy, with live music playing and a great vibe overall. Lots of people hanging out, chatting, and clearly enjoying themselves. It had that local neighborhood feel, like a place people come back to often, not just a one-time stop. This was such a great find and a perfect spot for a casual night out. Good drinks, live music, and a fun atmosphere made it a win. I'd definitely go back next time I'm in the area.

So much to rave about this place. From the drinks, to the bartenders, to the vibe. I love that it's…read morea spot I can go with my friends but also really enjoyed bringing my Dad to when they had live music I knew he would enjoy. Espresso martini was fantastic and so was the iced tea drink I had that I can't remember the name of!

Stopped by with my husband while we were in the area. Great selection of vodka and gin based…read morecocktails, as well as flights. We enjoyed the laid back atmosphere. Blake was our bartender and did a great job - he even made me a mocktail version of their cucumber gimlet that I really enjoyed!

My friend and I had a great time visiting this local distillery. I was visiting a friend while in…read moreNY and we decided to venture out to this side. This distillery came up and looked like a cool place. It's not big, but it does feature a seated bar, as well as an area with a couch to chill at. They serve both flights of their whiskey, as well as offer cocktails. I opted to try a flight to try a variety. Some of the whiskey does come off strong (i.e. the Full Proof) and was interesting to try. Surprisingly, the most memorable of the bunch was the Blaze. I'd say it resembles more like Fireball whiskey, except it's much smoother and doesn't taste cheap. I'm not normally a fan of Fireball, but you can easily sit down and try Blaze with friends, and they'll probably enjoy it. Also, don't forget to check-in with Yelp to get your 10% discount off spirits purchases.

Came here for whiskey tasting but they gave 4 different spirits that were all meh. It's a nice…read moreplace to hang out and watch a game though.

Don't overlook this cozy, dim, inviting speakeasy. The menu reflects an old time vibe of gimlets…read moreand old fashioned. Snap your suspenders gents, straighten your scally cap and have a proper drink. Bring a companion and take a step back in time on your pallet but enjoy an updated classic. Truly iconic. Derrick and Mike, my hats off to you. Take a bow.

Widow Jane Distillery delivered exactly what a bourbon hunter hopes for when a distillery visit…read morelines up with travel. As someone who always looks for a distillery stop when paths cross, Widow Jane did not disappoint. The space has a great industrial, Brooklyn-cool vibe, from the tables to the shelving to the bar itself. It feels intentional, hip, and still very much focused on the whiskey. What I really appreciated was the flexibility of the experience. You can order cocktails, flights, and even single or double pours, which made it easy for our group to explore the lineup in different ways. We ordered different flights across the table so we could sample broadly, and that approach paid off. They also offer a small but thoughtful selection of food items, perfect for pairing with tastings and taking the edge off while you explore the lineup. Nothing heavy, but exactly what you want when you are spending time with good whiskey. Two pours really stood out. The 10-year distillery-only release was excellent and worth the visit on its own, and the Black Opul 20 Year was something special. On the nose it leaned heavy into mature oak with some dark chocolate and dried fruit, and once you sipped it you got caramel, toasted nuts, a little leather, and a finish that just kept hanging around in the best way. It is one of those pours that makes you slow down and really appreciate what is in the glass. The atmosphere was relaxed, the staff knowledgeable, and the experience approachable without being dumbed down. A great stop for both casual fans and serious bourbon drinkers alike. Glad we made the stop, and I would absolutely return.

Widow Jane is a great distillery located in Red Hook Brooklyn. I took a tour and tasting last week…read moreand it was interesting. You don't think that NYC would have a top notch bourbon distiller but they do with Widow Jane. I took a tour last week while visiting and had a good time. Ryan,the tour guide, is also an employee in the distillery. He was informative and the story behind how Widow Jane started was fascinating. They are now affiliated with Heaven Hill which gives them national exposure and distribution in all fifty states. I came here because one I was in town and two a neighbor gave me a bottle of WJ bourbon as a gift a couple of months ago and I really like it. I had no idea they were in Red Hook and he told me that they are in Brooklyn. Anyway, I stayed after the tour and had a couple of cocktails at the bar. The Sazerac and Old Fashioned were top notch. Definitely pay Widow Jane a visit if you happen to be in Red Hook.

Went for the Jazz Brunch on a late Saturday morning and had a great experience…read more We started with a Smoked Old Fashioned and a Paper Plane for drinks - both excellent. For food, we had the BBQ Wings (huge!), Shrimp & Grits, Burger and Short Rib Benedict - all good. Great decor, friendly staff and the live music was a nice touch.

Im not a whiskey drinker but I came here for brunch with a friend on a Saturday morning which…read moreincluded a cocktail, an entree, and a whiskey flight. The cocktails were good and the food was tasty. The portion sizes are small though. The whiskey tasting was fun because you can really taste the difference between the pours but since I'm not the biggest fan of whiskey, my friend had to finish most of the flight for me. It's a nice restaurant and the servers were attentive. I just wish they played actual jazz music during this advertised jazz brunch. The musicians were kind of just playing elevator music.

Upstairs from Six Harbors Brewing Company…read more Small space but cute. The cocktails were good. I feel like we didn't get a warm welcome but the service was good. It definitely has potential!!!

Great bartenders! Delicious drinks. Awesome atmosphere! Most of the liquors are made in-house;…read morebourbon, corn vodka, Limoncello, etc. Great place to hang, located in Seven Harbors upstairs. The Raspberry Beret Fizz was so good!

7/26/25: (Update) Can't believe it's been 2 years since visiting the Silk City Distillery…read more You first order at the counter. We ordered an Expresso Martini (Vodka) and a Bees Knees Cocktail (Gin). Dario brought our drinks to our table. The cocktails were so yummy! SCD only sells chips and other related snacks. Best to eat before you arrive. Overall, Silk City Distillery has remained consistent since my last visit. Extras: - All alcohol is made at the distillery. - Distillery tours are available by appointment. - SCD has some hilarious Tee Shirts for sale. - 2 Restrooms on the premises. - Adjoining Ghost Hawk Brewery shares a small parking lot with SCD. Street parking is available too.

As mentioned in my review for Ghost Hawk Brewing, I made it to the shared lot of this alcohol duo…read morefor the Poured Fresh event with a variety of vendors, food tents, live music, and, of course, booze. Like the brewpub, Silk City Distillery had been on my wish list, and it was not until I arrived at Ghost Hawk that I noticed that they were adjacent to each other, allowing me to check both off at once. The tasting room was adorned with barrels that were holding their vast selection of spirits, such as bourbon, whisky, rum, gin, vodka, and more. They also offered a handful of regular and high-top tables, which we were easy to obtain on that afternoon (given the outdoor options as well), but typically reservations were recommended. Though the seating was comfortable, the temperature was not. In fact, it was freezing in there, and we, along with a lot of other parties, switched tables multiple times to find the best fit. We approached the counter to order from their lengthy cocktail list, which included standard and more custom cocktails. I decided on their rendition of a Lime Rickey, asking for it to be made with their gin. The tart, sour, and sweet drink was light and refreshing. I enjoyed each sip so much that I wound up getting a second round. While many distilleries offer a few types of alcohol and a handful of cocktails, the Silk City Distillery went above and beyond with their vast array of options. Any connoisseur should enjoy the place!

My buddy came for a visit and wanted to do a few breweries and I thought, hey I always see a sign…read morefor a distillery we should do that. I made the appointment for a tour and tasting online. It said it should take 90 minutes all together. The distillery is located around a bit of a maze of warehouses and cars. It is kind of alone in its area when you find it. It's also not that big. When we showed up, they were definitely not ready for us. I'm sure the website didn't alert them, that's fine, we weren't in a hurry or anything. Plus we were really the only people there. The tour was quick, they weren't distilling at the time, so it was just kind of a this is what we do and this is the equipment we use kind of thing. They have a small bar up front and that is where we did the tasting. We tried the four different products, a rye, a bourbon, a distilled IPA and the mahia which is a fig based spirit. I'm not an IPA guy, so that was my least favorite, the mahia wasn't necessarily my thing either, but the bourbon and rye were absolutely killer. I've always been a big rye fan, but a lot people aren't. I decided on buying a bottle of the bourbon for the apartment. The place is nice, the owners are really good people. It was a fun little stop. Also, it was not 90 minutes, maybe 30-40. Might be longer if they are distilling. I'd absolutely recommend stopping in and taking the tour/tasting. Support local businesses.

Beat experience I've ever had going to a distillery. Definitely come here if you're looking for…read moregreat conversation and hospitality. Very intimate experience and it was amazing to support such a small business. Just one person doing great work, couldn't of asked for a better experience of the best American dream!

Great find after a day trip at the White Elephant flea market, Great liquors and really enjoyed the…read moreBourbon and Both Vodkas. The Staff were friendly and smart at their craft. Picked up a Gift and Enjoyed the grounds with the waterfalls. Very Clean Cool Vibe with a Blueberry Lemon Martini with artichoke dip.

My husband is a fan of bourbon and wanted to take a drive and visit Mine Hill Distillery. We are…read morenow fans! We did a quick tasting and I really liked the Amaro. We were lucky to get a quick tour of the stills and the backstory of their origin and installation. The ambiance and displays are simple but enticing. I love their slogan "Still Made in Connecticut"! We left with several bottles, shirts and glassware.