Loved this place! My friend and I were walking nearby looking for art galleries and we happened upon The Block Distilling Co. It was late afternoon/ early evening on a Friday. The distillery was mostly empty when we arrived, so we grabbed a couple of seats at the bar. During the hour or so we were there, the place filled up quickly. I enjoyed sitting at the bar, as the bartender was friendly. She told us about the drinks she was preparing and we watched her make each beautiful, intricate cocktails. The menu sounded amazing, and it was hard to make decisions. I ordered Running with Scissors, as the bartender told me it was her favorite cocktail. It was a vodka and gin cocktail with fruity, but not too sweet flavors. My friend ordered the Fall of Man with which was a Bourbon cocktail with fall flavors, topped with marshmallow foam. Both were amazing. Honestly, each cocktail was a work of art. The space was open and large, with sort of a gallery feel. I would have enjoyed another cocktail and some more time at this venue, but we had a lot of plans for the evening and decided to move on. Anyway, this distillery is highly recommended. read more

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Ahhhhhhh this place is amazing!!!!! My husband took me here the other day and all i can say is EVERYTHING was so good. The flavors they chose in there cocktails is magical! Highly recommend the "Running with scissors" and their espresso liquor is so good. Every bartend was so sweet, so knowledgeable, and very engaging. This is most likely my favorite bar. I loved it!! read more

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Best Gin drinks around town !! Mellow vibe . Bring my dog & sit on the open porch area to people watch ! read more

The Block Distilling Co. - Gin & tonic. Gin & soda - Distilleries Near Me - Denver, Colorado

This spot came highly recommended by the crew at FTF Goods, and let me just say they didn't miss. Tucked in the heart of Denver's River North Art District (RiNo), The Block Distillery Co. captures everything that makes this neighborhood electric: creativity, craftsmanship, and pure flavor artistry. I started with "In The Woods" - a four-grain straight whiskey blended with herbal liqueur, absinthe, cinnamon, and walnut bitters. Imagine if a Martinez and a Black Manhattan had a beautifully balanced love child that's this drink. Smooth, bold, and hauntingly aromatic. Then came "Sweet Nothings" - Spring gin, apéritif, elderflower liqueur, watermelon rose, egg white, and coconut milk...tiny, tasty clouds that disappear in your mouth. Dreamy, floral, and fresh without being over-sweet. The bartenders here are Pros! Friendly, sharp, and passionate about their craft. They walk you through their process with the same ease as they pour...whether it's their bitters, liqueurs, amaros, or small-batch whiskeys, you can feel that everything is made with care and intention. The Block Distillery isn't just a bar...it's a statement on how to do things right. From grain to glass, it's a love letter to handcrafted spirits. You'll love the decor; shabby sheik to a modern touch of class! Already planning my next Denver trip... because this spot alone is worth the return ticket. read more

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A distillery with a good amount of seating and fair drinks. They have a cool pdf menu that features their goods. Don Quixote a fun drink with a big dollop of daltons adding a bit of sweetness Fall of Man tastes smooth and what you'd expect from a whiskey cocktail Marigold Sour - something about this was more stringent than I expected The have fun card games you can play with. No beer if that's what you're looking for. Chill vibes read more

It was a Sunday in December, despite the large tv the place was almost empty. So our group of 6 was able to snag the large communal table. The vibe is industrial yet, quaint. I ordered a seasonal cocktail, the Cold Pressed which was an olive oil infused vodka cocktail. The ingredients sounds interesting and was very unique and delicious tasting. I wasn't feeling another one and there were limited vodka based drinks so I asked the bartender to come up with a cocktail. She did a great job, creating a fruit forward summery type cocktail. Be sure to make your way down Larimer to Block and great a cocktail. You don't be sorry! read more

The Block Distilling Co. - Cold pressed - seasonal cocktail - Distilleries Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Loved walking in here and into the toasty warm vibe they had inside. Walked over after eating at a nearby ramen spot for a nice digestif hehe. They only serve spirits they distill themselves onsite- vodka, whiskey or gin. They have a lovely craft cocktail menu incorporating their spirits; i tried the pink runway gin drink and my bf had the Mario party - both were good but mine was sweeter and better! Loved the comfy seating and music they had going. It wasn't too packed that you had to wait in line for a drink or seating but still busy enough that it felt like a fun atmosphere. Definitely will be back read more

The Block Distilling Co. - Mario party, The runway - Distilleries Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Honestly I would say if this review was based solely off of quality of cocktails/drinks this would be an easy 5 stars. Well made with plenty of flavor. The reasoning for the two star knock down would be the staff friendliness. It felt like either the bartender was having a bad day or disliked something about my wife or I. Unfortunately I have to believe it is the second option due to other interactions she had with patrons near us. She seemed annoyed with us for just sitting down with no sense of short talk or friendliness and felt rude in her tone. We gladly showed our IDs as expected at an establishment specializing in alcohol yet she did not check the IDs of our neighbors near us. She also made jokes and small talk with them while barely asking us how we were doing. Extremely off putting especially compared to the incredible attitudes and general demeanor of the staff everywhere else we have been today. Minus that negative aspect the drinks and spirits are extremely solid. The overall vibe is industrial with some great artwork on the outside building. Really everything appeared extremely positive before our bartender greeted us... The bathrooms or as they call it washrooms are also a bit interesting as they are non-gender with two rooms but the windows are glass based that makes you question if you have true privacy inside of them due to being able to easily seeing out! Drinks are worthy but if you don't fit what the bartender wants to see as a customer maybe grab their bottles elsewhere and make cocktails at home! read more

The Block Distilling Co. - Seasonal cocktails - Distilleries Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Super fun spot to grab a cocktail! They're also open during the day and serving coffee now, with free WiFi! Very work friendly, and also a great spot to meet someone. I saw several people sitting at the bar alone and it was a very welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommend! read more

The Block Distilling Co. - Seasonal cocktails - Distilleries Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Nice little gem on the main strip of Rhino. Felt like a neighborhood staple with all the regulars. Older crowd but lively. Drinks were perfection. Delicious and well presented. Be prepared to spend a couple extra bucks but if you're looking for some great drinks you can't miss here. read more

The Block Distilling Co. - Distilleries Near Me - Denver, Colorado

As a local, I love it here! They always have fun, new, exciting seasonal cocktails! Some can be funky, so if you're more picky you may want to stick to more of their classics. We love buying their spirts and making cocktails with them at home too! read more

To cut to the chase, the marigold sour is the best whiskey cocktail I've ever had. Perfectly foamy from the egg whites while also balanced from the citrus. I loved it, and loved that it was a donation-driven cocktail, too, to justify the cost. :) The old fashioned was more straight-forward, but also great! We were visiting the area and stopped by based on proximity, but really loved and lucked out on the open street patio! Very approachable and chill while also elevated flavors and distilling! I hope to be back soon! read more

The Block Distilling Co. - Marigold Sour and Old Fashioned - Distilleries Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Yes fun craft cocktails!! I'm a sucker for a drink with egg white in it and had to try the thyme after thyme. It was a unique drink with that creamy finish that only egg white can produce! Husband got the old fashioned that was also tasty! They had a great space with lots of different seating options! Super cute. Everyone was super friendly and helpful as well! read more

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I highly recommend this place for innovative cocktails made from fresh ingredients and delicious, distilled spirits right on site. It's one of three first place we go when we come to town! read more

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Sneakily some of the best cocktails in Denver. Unique cocktail options featuring their own whiskey and gin. The Tiger's Blood, in particular, is spectacular, showcasing a gin aged in peach brandy barrels. Perfectly balanced and nuanced throughout, absolutely delicious. A really good vibe and fun hang with great drinks to match! read more

The Block Distilling Co. - Tiger's Blood - Distilleries Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Young up and coming distillery in Rino. Kraig, Kameron and Mel and their team are making quality craft spirits. Attended a tour and got tons of info on their focus on #everydamdrop. A clear focus. If you enjoy spirits, particularly whiskey, you be a fan. They have a tasting room with a great bar featuring all of spirits, neat or in a cocktail. read more

The Block Distilling Co. - Kraig and two of his stills. - Distilleries Near Me - Denver, Colorado

What a great little gem in RiNo. I love their values and their unapologetic commitment to their craft. I am generally a vodka drinker but am learning to love whiskey more and more. Let me tell you, I fell in love with their Four Grain Straight Whiskey (a blend of red wheat, white wheat, rye oats, and malted barley). This was served in their 'Call Me Old Fashioned' cocktail with panela and aromatic bitters. They have a chill bar next to the distillery that is perfect to hang out and chat with friends or play one of the many games they have on hand. Block Distilling has partnered with Nathaniel Rateliffe's Marigold Project as their non-profit partner. I left with a bottle of their Four Grain Straight Whiskey, so in the word's of Rateliffe, "son of a b-*#!, give me a drink." read more

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On my first ever trip to Denver, I ended up visiting The Block three times because I liked it THAT much. So of course, I had to make it my first stop of this trip. Unfortunately, the interior (which is very vibey) was closed for a private event, so we sat in the shipping container, which is their outdoor seating option. It was sadly less cute, but warm and dog-friendly. I've never had a bad cocktail at The Block, and this time was no different. I got the Cold Front (creamy and delicious - tastes like a boozy Starbucks drink), and my friends had the Espresso Martini (so well made), Smoking Jacket (bold, smokey), and Gemini Sour (also fantastic). Our server was also extremely helpful with her recommendations. We only stayed for one round, but I will happily return the next time I'm in Denver! read more

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I'm a big fan of aesthetic breweries and distillery's and they hit the nail on the head here. The interior is cute, very elegant. Large specialty crafted cocktails and samplers to choose from. The gentleman behind the bar was nice and made the drinks perfectly! Both drinks were spirit forward and tasted great. I loved the delicate balance of flavors. I was absolutely obsessed with the spirit bottles! Check them out if you're in the area! read more

The Block Distilling Co. - Do you know the muffin man? & Marigold Sour - Distilleries Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Stopped by this place on a whim and was so impressed! I got a berry gin drink and it was better than I expected!! So delicious. The service was overall good! Kinda slow taking our drink order but got it out quick. It's a small area but has nice outdoor seating to people watch! read more

I don't know how to compliment this place as much as I want to. Every time I have someone visiting, I take them here I have like six of their bottles at home Their cocktails are always perfect and the service is always good. Everyone is so friendly and the place is so chill and you are able to enjoy a cocktail and relax and spend quality time with friends 10/10 read more

The seasonal G&T here is my favorite. But what happened to the goblets? These used to be served in such beautiful goblets, but the last two times I have gone they said they weren't using them. Really the goblet plus the drink created a whole experience. Not having the goblet changes the drink for me. I know it might seem crazy that drinkware can change your perception of a drink. But it does! read more

Fun Fact: The Block Distilling in RiNo makes every drop of their spirits in house, using ingredients from the family farm in Missouri. The Block's fall cocktail menu blew me away. I'll admit to being that guy who orders the funkiest drink on the menu, and these fit that bill. Unique and absolutely tasty, you don't want to miss out on these: * Tawanda!!~vodka, green tomato, vanilla, and cinnamon. That's right. Green tomato. As the menu says: Sounds crazy, but damn it's good! Soup Season~winter gin, apple, thyme, bouillon, and TBDC aromatic bitters; a sweet and savory delight, I couldn't walk out without having had a cocktail that includes bouillon. * Not quite as adventurous as I am? Not to worry. They also have more traditional fall flavors available as well the classics from their core menu. read more

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Awesome distillery that literally makes everything in house. The bartender told me me the only thing they don't make is the tonic water. Drinks were creative and tasty. I got The Great Gazoo which was so refreshing. Perfect for those warm evenings. Definitely recommend this place in you're in RiNo and tired of beer. read more

The Block Distilling Co. - Distilleries Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I first heard of The Block through WeFunder and figured that I should invest some money into a distillery, but it still took me another 6 months to visit. I came to pick up my Night Sweats bourbon, which is absolutely delicious. Two weekends ago, I was in the area for another event and decided to mosey on over to see The Block in full form. I was NOT disappointed! The bar menu is so delicious and there's so many choices, that I had a hard time choosing something. I told my server the 2 I had narrowed down and told him to surprise me. West of Eden was so delicious and I LOVE the pear flavor. I wanted another drink, but since I drove myself, I had to be responsible so I ordered the no name. Even though it was non-alcoholic, it was equally delicious and the smoked rosemary on top was just the best. If you're in RiNo, you definitely need to stop by and have a drink...or two. read more

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Came here on Sunday for their Handmade market event, which was amazing and I hope they do this again and again - especially the clothing swap! Love me a local spot that supports other local businesses. Okay, so, the booze. I am team Whiskey and Gin, so Block checked both those boxes. I only did the Whiskey tasting this time but you get I'm coming back for Gin. We bought a bottle of their Marigold Collab bourbon with Nathaniel Rateliff (love him and his Night Sweats) because not only was it tasty, it was for a great cause. My husband ordered an old fashioned and I went with an espresso martini. Both were ace. The bartenders were friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and good at their job! Wins all around. Lastly, the decor. Love the vibe here. It's unique and open and lots of comfy seating (though we always opt for sitting at the bar). It's also worth noting doggos are allowed indoors. For this reason alone we'd be coming back! read more

Yeah...this is one of the best distilleries I've been to in my life. I have to give a very specific and explicit shout out to Mel for being friendly and mixing up some incredible cocktails and being an amazing educator while me and my GF hung out. I'm a huge gin fan and to experience the breadth of varietals was incredibly exciting. On top of that, the prices were quite reasonable and the overall communal vibe was awesome. And if that wasn't enough, the company's commitment to advocacy can serve as a model for anyone considering opening a business in the food and hospitality space. I can't wait until their gins start being distributed in California. I can't wait until their Amaro starts being distributed in California!!!! Spring and Winter were my two favorite gins. Try the flight and order the Denver's Ready cocktail ASAP just in case it doesn't stay on the menu. Bravo, Block Distilling Co.! read more

Feeling fancy? But you just don't want to get out of your leggings for an insta-worthy cocktail experience. Then, I'd head here. The Block Distilling Co. has sophisticated vibes while keeping with the chill and collective mindset of RiNo. We stopped in here for a few drinks with friends over the weekend. The place was pretty packed with all different walks of people: bachelor party, birthday party, couples on dates, friends meeting for a casual drink, and puppies joining their owners for a day out. It made for a very lively environment. The servers were super nice here, and ultimately looked like they were enjoying their days. We weren't sure what to order so our server helped us decide. When we didn't particularly love the direction she suggested, they happily took the drink off our tab and allowed us to order another. I thought that was really cool and nice because some places will definitely not do that. For me, the drinks were a tad too sweet. However, their presentation and unique diversity of the menu was quite impressive. I'd be interested to go back and try their more spirit forward cocktails. Bonus Note: There are some cocktails that support local charities! read more

4th stop on the RiNo bar tour (April 2021)! By the time we made it here, we were pretty lit. The wine at Infinite Monkey Theorem was really good to us. We stumbled, I mean stepped, right outside and across the street into The Block's outdoor seating in a shipping container. I got a tasting flight (if you've read my other reviews you know the deal). To be honest I don't quite remember the spirits. I remember not enjoying the gin (pretty sure it was the winter one), but really liking whiskey. I'll definitely have to give it another go on my next visit to Denver read more

The Block Distilling Co. - Distilleries Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Bottom line: this place has a good vibe to hang out and meet with friends. There's a lot of venue specific cocktails this place makes with their seasoned gin and there are a lot of options for those that want to just sip on beer. Additionally, this place has mock-tails for those designated drivers or for those that want to slow down a bit. The variety of drinks available at this place will suit a lot of different crowds. This place doesn't specifically serve food but it has a co-op with a food truck right outside and a QR code for those that want to partake in some food. The food menu was mostly for sandwiches and not really a lot of options for finger foods or small bites. It's definitely worth to visit if you're in town and looking for a place to lounge with some adult beverages! read more

The Block Distilling Co. - EmPEARising - Distilleries Near Me - Denver, Colorado

First time here and the ambiance was great. The bartenders make killer drinks. The night I went, they were playing 2000s hip hop/rap. I recommend this drink, the marigold I believe is called read more

The Block Distilling Co. - Distilleries Near Me - Denver, Colorado

4.5 stars. I've been wanting to come here for awhile! Not a TON of seating but found two spots for me and my friend as we took turns ordering from the bar. Fantastic service and upbeat vibes. I got the Great Gazoo cocktail--spring gin with honeydew, mint, lime, and absinthe tasting notes. Flavor was basically described as a green apple Hi-Chew which SOLD me. Would love to try their other cocktails in the future, which might bump this up to a 5 star review. Overall, The Block comes across as an ideal date night location. read more

When you want to kick back in a cool relaxing modern environment, then this is your place! Nice array of cocktails or if you prefer sample some there spirits. The drinks are very well balanced. The bartenders will ask your preferences, which will help to fine balance your perfect drink! If you're try to beat the heat, make a stop here for a relaxing drink! read more

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This is another place that I did a little bit of research on before I came to Denver. I heard that their service wasn't that great and for me I know how to deal with that. Anyway I just came from Odell which is just across the street so I was already feeling good. I guess since I was already in the area I couldn't pass up having one drink. Little did I know was that I was going to have two drinks because the drink called the Golden Girl had tumeric and coconut milk I believe and it was so damn good!!!!The first drink I had here was an Old-fashioned which was tasty too. They were having a private event and I had to be out of there by 5pm I thought. It was a cool little spot I didn't really look around because I was too busy drinking so I could leave before the event started. I would for sure come here again but I would call ahead to make sure there's no private event going on! read more

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The cocktail was so great had the berry one ! Mel and Chris were very helpful! Please come see them

Great bar tenders. Table space to sit and socialize. I got the infinite playlist cocktail and it was delicious. 5 stars on the drink alone and everything else was above and beyond. read more

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We stopped in for a quick drink before dinner. Staff were friendly, knowledgeable and had some great recommendations. It was not very busy, and we sat at the bar. We ordered the Cosmo In Retrograde and the Call Me Old Fashioned. Delicious! read more

The Block Distilling Co. - Cosmo In Retrograde and the Call Me Old Fashioned - Distilleries Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I continue my search for the perfect Old Fashioned. The Block Distillery does not disappoint. Really empressed with their back story and that everything is made in hous...no blending outsourced spirits to gain age! And if impressed they have bottles to take home! read more

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Love the pride friendly representation and donations! We weren't really looking for hard alcohol after hitting up the shake shack and wineries in rino, but after seeing the flag and the friendly bartenders, we wanted to support. We had the for shizzy it's fizzy, which tasted like herbal fruit pebbles and was fabulous. I also had the Jody Fosters Army, which was the best coffee liquor drink I've ever had. Highly highly recommend for great drinks, great service, and lovely decor! read more

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They weren't able to make any other drink except the drinks on the menu. And when I asked for a drink on the menu they ran out. But they should offer a substitute instead and not be super rude about it. We had no faith in the bartender. She wasn't exactly the nicest... and didn't really seem like she knew what she was doing. Cocktails turned out okay. Better cocktails along the strip. But they're just starting out, so 3 stars instead of 2. So I hope it will be better later on. Like with more choices and nicer, friendly, customer-oriented bartenders. And they didn't have whiskey until xx amount of days later. That will be a game changer! It's a cool place though, just need to get more established. read more

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