Saturday I was on a brewery excursion...starting @ Fat Pat's in Spring Valley....as I chatted up…read morebeertender Harley, we got on about whiskey and Old Fashioneds.... She mentioned "on the other side of the park is RockFilter Distillery, I sometimes work over there". I excitedly replied: hey I'm pretty sure I follow them on social media (gets out phone) "yes" they open at noon... it's 11:52, annnd the stars have aligned! Thanks as I was brewery focused!" So... I drove the two minutes around the park, from parking spot to parking spot to check it out. Parking was easy right out front along the curb. They had a windowed garage door they opened & a few tables & chairs about. I didnt know the fella i met as i came in was the co-owner/distiller! As i made my way to the bar, two gals working. I thought i heard one say to the other "mom"... no way, im crazy. Sure enough when i asked what she drinks? "Im not old enough, these are my parents." Solid!! I love a family run, local, small business!! Co-owner Kate did a FAB job explaining the tasting notes of the several drinks i inquired about!! I went w the Honey Bourbon. It was delicious but i opted to have what i came in for; an Old Fashioned! After, of course consulting Kate on whether she'd go w an Old Fashioned or New Old Fashioned? Its a cute tasting room. They have several bottles on the bar. I didnt see a couple bottles he referred to but i LOVED when he said it was his grandparents picture on the Rail Splitter, his uncle on a tractor on the Red Rider Rye and his great uncle on another!! How fun!! Rochester brewery Forager takes barrels after hes used them! I really like the old pulley above the bar for the lights. The old pipe as a bar footrest. I really liked the river bar top! For...everything ive mentioned; RockFilter is a must visit; err must imbibe. Chat up the owners. Take in the....history(?) ... story of RockFilter!! Thanks for an informative & delicious spirits stop in between breweries! Cheers

RockFilter makes exceptional whiskey. It is made to be enjoyed neat or on the rocks. I would say…read morethe drinks and service are ok. Go and buy several bottles and take home.

We visited a lot of restaurants and bars during our time in the Eau Claire area, and this ended up…read morebeing the most lackluster stop. The setting is really cool, a building with an industrial feel and lots of seating. We sat right at the bar. It took us a while to get served, and then for our whiskey flight to come out. They use large communion cups, which I thought was amusing. The whiskeys weren't really to our taste, though. It didn't take us long to have those, but even though we were right at the bar, we were ignored for a long stretch. I quietly wondered if the drinks had somehow made us invisible. We were finally able to pay and leave. Maybe we caught them on an off night, but the place didn't make an overall good impression on us.

We really liked the drinks here. My husband is a huge fan of whiskey and decided to order a…read moresampler. I ordered a drink that was sort of like a pina colada but wasn't quite. We were both really happy with our selection. We actually went back later in the evening and there were lots of people. There is quite a bit of seating inside but we thought why not go up on the outside deck for the view? It was a nice view but not very much seating. The service was good and the bar tenders really knew how to make a drink.

Overall a nice place to visit, though a little pricey for what they offer…read more Many of the wines are flavored (and delicious), but may not please a purist's wine pallete. (The apple pue sangria is a must try!) The distillery aspect is small, with only 2 whiskeys, 1 vodka, and 2 flavored versions of the vodka available. The $12 flight for three 3/4oz pours left us feeling lacking. The atmosphere is nice with lots of seating options. There are tables with chairs, bar searing, and a pit group of leather couches around a coffee table in front of the fire. The service was chipper and friendly, ready with recommendations based on what you like.

I had gone with my mother and we did the build your own wine tasting. When you first go in you get…read moreto choose where you sit (which they have a diverse selection), after they had taken our list of drinks all of the tastings came out pretty fast! Wish there were more food options but the wine selection was great!

10,000 Drops is an awesome distillery in Fairbault, MN with delicious cocktails, great service, and…read moremy husband loved the bourbon. I had the Rum, Forrest, Rum which was fabulous! Check this place out!

I don't usually expect a small town to have a distillery with an in house bourbon but I found one…read morehere! My wife and I popped in on a Saturday afternoon to check the place out. It is a huge space with all sorts of seating inside and out. They also have foosball and a shuffle board which are always nice. The drinks we had were also quite tasty. We tried the Bourbon Paloma, Cry Baby Bloody Mary, and Old Fashioned. All of them were quite tasty. The Old Fashioned was my favorite. The bourbon Paloma was also quite tasty. I think one thing that might make the drinks better would be some higher quality mixers.

We were in town for the night and decided to stop in. We were able to walk in and shared a large…read morehigh top table. We got the walleye fish fry and the birria tacos. Both were good but not great. They just needed something extra. We did wait a while to get service, but our waitress was very nice and helpful. I'd come back and try a few other items on the menu.

This was my first time here and I was thoroughly impressed. Their cocktail options were plentiful…read moreand I got the espresso martini which was very good. The service was quick considering it was pretty packed already at 1pm. They serve food though I didn't get any, the food I saw looked delicious. The apparel is also some of the cutest I've seen for a distillery. The decor gives a fresh vibe and there was an outside sitting area. Would definitely come back.

This was a great spot for excellent cocktails and drinks! The atmosphere was lively and the decor…read morewas very nice and clean. Their selection of drinks was impressive! We stopped by with friends to check this place out and we had a great time! Our server was very knowledgeable with her drinks and gave us some great suggestions based on our preferences. Definitely a fun spot to hang out with friends to enjoy some fun cocktails. Would definitely recommend this one!

Guy's Black Manhattan is one of the best cocktails I've ever had. My wife's Negroni was perfect…read more I'd highly recommend Guy's if you are looking for an outstanding cocktail!

I really wasn't sure what to expect when we came here for the first time, it's tucked away and…read moreunassuming on the outside. But when you walk in, the vibes are immaculate. The bartenders are friendly, the drinks are unique + delicious, and there's clearly regulars that help shape the atmosphere. I can't wait to come back and play (free!) pool!

This is a beautiful place to have a drink. Dampfwerk is a surprise. Located in a warehouse in a…read moreneighborhood of railroad tracks and concrete block, the Dampfwerk Distillery hits you with elegance and sophistication once you enter. It's a "Through the Looking Glass," experience. It's like imbibing in your wealthy uncle's basement bar. Known for its aperitifs, Dampfwerk requires navigation. Izzy and Wyatt were our navigators and bartenders. They were great. Everything we tasted was refined, delicious and special. Dampfwerk would be unique anywhere in the world. This is a place to surprise friends and guests from out of town. By the time I arrived at Dampfwerk, I was already tipsy from spending time at another distillery. (My spouse does the driving, thankfully.) Thus, I can't remember what I drank, but I know I had a great time.

Our first time here, the atmosphere is very welcoming and had good energy. The staff was very…read morefriendly and accommodating. They had live music the evening we stopped in, we wanted to talk so they put us in an area that was a bit more conducive to doing that. The musician was very good. We each had some of their spirits and tried the beer and wine. The pizzas were delicious and I'd highly recommend them. He also had the Crispy potatoes and they also were delicious. We will be back!

If you like amazing cocktails, you will not be disappointed. These handcrafted cocktails are…read moredelicious. The attention to detail with each garnish has every cocktail instagram worthy! The staff is wonderful! Don't forget to try the pizza! You will not be disappointed. It's our 5 year olds favorite and she only eats chicken nuggets! The atmosphere is perfect with the garage doors open on a nice summers day/ night. This is one of our family's favorite places to go.

Decided to stop here to grab a drink to celebrate my bday. Such an expected location. They do have…read morea ton of signs to find the place. We were able to get last minute reservations on a Friday which was nice. It wasn't too busy at the time we went. Loved the vibes & the decor. We got 3 different drinks - Strawberry Dubai Chocolate, Koku & Secondhand Dandelions. I love that they come over and explain the drinks, it really elevates the experience. Surprisingly the Dubai Chocolate drink was my favorite. My mom ordered a few snacks & enjoyed them especially the Japanese snack mix. I'd definitely like to come back.

Don't let the walk to get here deter you! It's in a weird business building where you have to walk…read moreby other business before getting here. But once inside, vibes are dark, moody and chill - great for a night cap or a date. I enjoyed both of my cocktails. Pricey...$115 after 4 drinks, tax and tip.

I hadn't been since they moved to the new location and have definitely been missing out. We were…read morethere right at open during the farmers market and there was an initial rush that died down after 15 or so minutes. The bartender was extremely friendly, helpful, and knowledgable about the products; answering some questions I had about proofing. It's in a great spot downtown right next to the farmers market with plenty of street parking. There are a few sidewalk tables but a nice open space inside. The inside doesn't allow dogs, however, due to their kitchen. Speaking of... The pizza was pretty good! I feel the most important part of any pizza is the crust and that was the best bit of theirs. The fresh ground flour adds a ton of flavor and they got a decent char on the bottom and rim. The prices weren't terrible and 1 pizza with some booze fed both of us. My only gripe is that they go heavy on the cheese so the (excellent) crust can't hold up to the weight and wetness. That's made a bit worse by they fact that they use a high-moisture mozzarella so there's a lot of grease that can soup the whole deal up. All in all they make fantastic spirits, service is great, and now have good pizza at a decent price. I think this may be my go to spot for meeting friends when I'm in Northfield.

We decided to stop by tonight and were very impressed! The front counter staff was super friendly…read more My husband and I shared a pizza and a dessert pizza and eat had a drink it was around $50 with tip. At first i thought a little pricey but once we got the food i was not upset at all. Everything was so fresh and delicious! We dined outside since we had our 2 yr old with and highly enjoyed the outdoor seating. The inside was very open and inviting! I would highly recommend you stop here if your in the area!