Lucky that I happened to come across a Groupon for a tasting here, so many years back. You really don't need a discount in the first place; it's wildly affordable. After that introduction, I've been a huge fan and supporter even since. Blink and you'll miss it; it just looks like another warehouse from the side of the road. And, well, it is! This where the action happens and the bottles are born, you're just lucky enough to be invited inside. Unpretentious, chill, and down to earth. It's even dog-friendly so everyone's welcome here. I've loved everything I've tried, from whiskey to gin, but the sassafras liqueur is really something special. I don't know of a single other example on the legal market. Don't leave without at least giving it a shot, literally! read more

Hidden gem located in Pacifica. Was Yelping breweries in the area and Tripp distillery came up in the search, looked like a unique experience so knew we had to give it a try! Tasting was offered/lead by Jason, the owner/spirit maker. They offered a you-choose flight of 3 with about 8 different liquors to pick from. They had all the ones pictured on the board as well as a couple that hadn't quite made full production yet. Between my boyfriend and I's flights we were able to taste 6. Went with rum, brandy, sassafras, a red vodka not on the list, a special blue lotus flower gin, and the single malt whiskey. The liquors tatsted great and it was a lot of fun talking with Jason about how he makes the different spirits. Can't wait for that blue lotus flower gin to be available for purchase! We didn't spend a long time here as it was a 3 taste max, but it was a fun little pit stop on our day. The entrance was a little hidden, but we saw the sign and knew we were headed in the right direction. There's no real big front entrance, just their name on a door letting you know they're there. Almost felt like a speakeasy since it was so un-showy. Street parking is available and plentiful. read more

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The distillery is a bit off the beaten path but a great spot to check out. I had a Groupon so a friend and I stopped by for a tasting. There's a max of three tastings so we tried the gin, whiskey, and Sassafras which apparently has naturally occurring MDMA. My favorite was the whiskey which had a nice smooth finish to it. The gin is a beautiful blue so of course I had to buy it because it's my favorite color. The Sassafras was also pretty good and probably my second favorite of the three. Jason was really nice and answered all questions. I took a Lyft but noticed that parking wasn't hard to find with plenty of spots nearby. Definitely a cool place and no need make any reservations. read more

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Small batch distilleries have a special quality. I've visited a few times. His vodka is super smooth (the owner, Jason Tripp made a vodka cranberry cocktail for me to try). I bought a bottle of vodka & rum for myself & gin as a gift for a friend. He told me that the green gin turns blue when it's introduced to an acidic ingredient, such as quinine water. Jason has won awards for each of his liquors. He said that owning his own distillery is a dream come true. No food available. Street parking is pretty easy. During Covid, Jason made hand sanitizer which was 70% alcohol, thus extremely flammable but effective & selling for $1 per oz. Update! As of 5/6/2020, Due to the City of Pacifica, hand sanitizer will no longer be offered. read more

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Went here to taste some spirits with an old friend. It's a bit hard to find at first but the distillery itself has a very relaxed vibe. We each tasted 3 different spirits and I ended up purchasing the barrel aged coconut filtered vodka. Owner was awesome and was more than helpful and knowledgeable! Will be coming back! read more

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Small and quaint lil vodka distillery in Pacifica. Met the owner, who was a joy to talk to. You could tell that he enjoys what he does. I came on a Friday and he was grilling up oysters for everyone for da free. SAY WHAT?! Where can u get free grilled oysters at nowadays?? The vibes are more locals feeling, but everyone there was pretty friendly. I saw people bringing in food from taquerias, which made me hungry since they didn't sell food. They did provide peanuts in bowls lol I think I ate a whole bowl... oops. If u give me alcohol, I'm bound to get the munchies lol. Tip to self and everyone else: BRING YOUR OWN FOOD. Don't be like me and eat a whole bowl of peanuts by accident HAHAH. Tip #2: this place is located in an alley, walk up 50 feet and there's a small door you enter into. At night they usually have a bright light flashing. read more

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Ok so I went and it was not the most welcoming or comfortable place. It's obvious they are there to make an incredible product. I'm not sure if it was the owner, but it was the only person there that helped me. He was friendly and knowledgeable. Like super friendly. Great guy. I was there by myself but there were several groups of people trying everything. I knew what I was going to buy but I wanted to try a few things first. The rum is amazing. They gave me samples of virtually everything in the house. The next time I go back I'm getting a bottle of the bourbon. They were all out when I was there. This is a sipping rum, don't mix it. Go here if you are into spirits. read more

After an afternoon of sippin I haven't been able to get off the toilet. Stomach just keep me on the toilet

Very small little eclectic place that seems like a literal whole in the wall spot. Disorganized tasting area and service was good. We tried the whisky that was ok. The brandy is smooth but only has one bite to it and then it falls flat on the back end. I really don't see it as sipper to enjoy multiple times. After that we paid and left after trying 2 spirits. If your military be careful not to try the Sassafras Liqueur, it may have naturally derived ingredients that will not be good for your career according to the server. Once I heard that it was to stop tasting and leave. read more

A very special tasting awaits you at Tripp Distillery. Jason is doing some magic. Stop by - always an unusual and fun experience- a wee bar in the middle of a quiet street full of interesting experiences. read more

We are new to the Pacifica area. The Tripp Distillery is a really nice local discovery of ours. One day we accidentally got in the alley and found this pearl. The vodka, rum and gin are distilled right here at the spot. You get awesome tasty mix drinks and free tastings and a free drink with every purchased bottle. We are here almost every week to meet the local people that have become our friends. We can really recommend this spot on Fridays to Sundays. It's closed during the week, because the giant distillery machine called "Sally" is running. Cheers! read more

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I honestly don't even know where to start! Jason is a complete master at what he does! Hes friendly and completely willing to explain the passion behind his craft. Each spirit is distilled with immaculate care and delivers on taste and quality. Despite the alcohol content you feel a "clean" buzz. This to me was especially distinctive because who doesn't like to get "trashed" and go to work the next day? In all seriousness though, there is great magic happening here at Tripp Distillery. Whether you purchase the groupon or hobble in, you'll find a passionate owner, chill vibes, and great craft spirits. Now that I've confirmed the distance, I'll be a regular walk-in. If you see me, say hi! read more

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Tasty gin, vodka, and rum locally-produced in Pacifica California. You've got to try this stuff! I thought it was great. This has to be the very first time at any place that I've liked Gin. Huge step for me. Thanks Tripp Distillery! read more

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Gin is in! Panini and pups event next week. Can't get enough of this place. Going to pick up several cases. Great unique gift ideas! read more

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1st time here and we had a great experience. Jason the owner was an awesome host. He offered us tastings along with his choices of cocktails which per his recommendation was delicious (lemonade with rum and the BlackBerry daiquiri). It's a hidden gem worth looking for. Not to mention the complimentary bratwursts and peanuts. We had a great time and we will be back soon. read more

Tripp Distillery - Drinks are delicious. Vodka is not my choice of liquor but Pacifica Vodka is one I could drink. It's smooth and a must try. Thanks Jason - Distilleries Near Me - Pacifica, California

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The owner has such a great personality and has so much care & compassion in his business. And it truly reflects on his products! Very high quality liquor. I had the feel that this was the owners joy and dreams. Why not support him over anyone else? With the effort and precision he applies, he certainly deserves it. P.s. THIS GUY ALSO SELLS HAND SANITIZER! WHEN NO BODY ELSE IS HAS ANY!! read more

I stopped by yesterday to check it out. Very neat small batch place. Very cool to see the process in action. I had a screwdriver with the vodka in it and it was extremely smooth. I am looking forward to trying that the Rum. It is so great to see small local businesses like this start up in Pacifica. Update: we have now become regulars and it has been great to watch it turn from a place to taste some craft liquor to a place to hang out with others in the neighborhood. It has a unique charm and ambiance that you won't find anywhere. A one of a kind. read more

This is a small but very creative distillery, and clearly a labor of love for the owner. We even got to meet his father/partner visiting from Arizona. I really enjoyed the Red Vodka (no communists here!). Nice smokey flavor. And the aged run had an enjoyable complexity as well. Apparently the Red Vodka is a hot seller at Hoffman's down the street as they cleared the place out of the remaining stock just before we got there. A nice problem for the owner to have. We will be back. read more

This place is awesome, check it out. Ton of booze, tasting, strong cocktails, and hot dogs. Awesome blue gin. Vodka is an award winning spirit that gets redistilled in coconut shells. Jason the owner is the man! read more

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Love the exotic cocktails! Happy hour munchies... open six days a week! Locals gather here with their pets, super pet friendly! The labelist was mending the bottles to soon go home with new happy owners! So fun here, it's a must do in Pacifica! read more

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I love this place. Small and eclectic. Jason is awesome, and of course, it's very Pacifica.

I've visited a lot of distilleries, but this is the one distillery that I'd visit again and again. It's a truly unique experience run by one guy (and his loyal dog) on the weekends. On weekdays, Jason Tripp holds down a normal job, and on weekends, he distills rum, vodka (from rum), and gin (also from the rum) in the small single-room garage/warehouse. His young daughters sometimes help him label his bottles. The visit there is a blast: not only are Jason's spirits yummy, but his tasting only costs $6 and includes a cocktail, flight, and a sausage. Very friendly locals hang out there, and it's a grand old time getting to know everyone. We wrote up a full review of Tripp Distillery at drunkendiplomacy.com with pictures. read more

Excited to see what they will turn out once they are fully settled in. Great and friendly service. Sampled the vodka which was excellent, I don't drink much Vodka so I'm no expert but I've had enough in my life to know whatI like and don't like. They are just starting but are serving limited drinks and is a nice way to learn about the craft and hang out. Remember it's a distillery, not a lounge! Hehe. Will be coming back to watch its progress. read more

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Love having Tripp's so close by. The staff/owner is really friendly with customers and shares a lot about what sorta stuff they have brewing. He also Allows taste testing of the different spirits they have available and also stuff that is coming in the future. I picked up a bottle of their delicious rum and tried some white whiskey that was partly through the distilling process... support local biz!! This one is a gem read more

Go here, one of a kind drinks, high quality and great appetizers. It has a homey type vibe where people go to relax and chat. The owners are great hosts and very friendly and personable. They make their own brand of rum and other drinks and there's never a parking issue. This place is a hidden gem, go there, you won't be disappointed. read more

100 stars! This is the best place in the world!!!! Jason is awesome - he explains his craft with such detail and you can tell he cares about making an awesome product and sharing his story with everyone! The community here is also amazing - you'll meet some really chill, down-to-earth locals and tourists alike and have a grand time just chatting and getting to know everyone there! The drinks are great - delicious and fine-quality liquor! And did I mention the awesome deal they have going on here - $7 gets you a drink (and a strong one at that too!), additional liquor tastings, and a HOT DOG!!! Yes, you heard that right - it comes with a HOT DOG!!! YUM YUM! The vibe here is amazing. We came here expecting to get one drink and maybe spend an hour - instead, we got several drinks each and spent like 5 hours here! I cannot wait to come back - this is truly a hidden gem!! read more

What a find, this is a true hidden gem in Pacifica and is worth the visit! DOG - Super Friendly!! They make RUM and what a rum it is! Their aged Rum has hints of tropical notes like that of something twice the price from a well known brand. Use it as a whiskey replacement in a Manhattan (called a Cuban Manhattan) or in the most perfect Rum and Coke you have ever had (of course using Coke with Cane Sugar) or just on the Rocks for a 'refined' treat. Their vodka is made from their rum base and holds a slight sweet note on the finish. Boy does this make a Great Vodka Dirty Martini. Jason is a true Master Distiller and you can visit with him while sampling the product every weekend. Looking over the still and the team often busy bottling on-site. The passion in this product is VERY apparent and if you are in the area you should really stop by. This is a true small batch distillery and worth the visit for a tasting or picking up a bottle for friends or a great time. Pricing is GREAT and definitely one of my favorites. read more

Tripp out! Did I die and go to heaven? Could Pacifica get any cooler?! Jason has brought craft micro distilling to the coast! If you claim to like liquor then Tripp needs to get added to your bucket list. Don't let the hole in the garage vibe fool you- after one shot of this super smooth booze... you will "Tripp Out" and feel what all the local "buzz" is about! Only open during peak drinking hours. Plan your day in Pacifica to include a pit stop here! Local tip: Bring your dog and get a free shot!!! Jason the owner and distiller is a super host and can teach you a lot about liquor. Beardown! read more

Many decades ago, my dad's family lived in Harlan County, Kentucky. They were in the business of making very high quality moonshine whisky. The still was so clean that you could perform brain surgery there. No one ever got sick drinking my grandfather Jim's products. I have been aware of Tripp Distillery for quite a while. I assumed that it was a brewery making nice craft beers. They had free waffles and bacon. I decided to go over and give it a try. It is at 1121 Palmetto. It is very hard to find. It is truly "a hole in the wall." I found it and went in. Everyone was humble and dressed down. It looks like a humble operation. I started to talk to the owner Jason and his domestic partner Victoria. They were very intelligent. The other clients looked humble but were very intelligent. The staff was nice and made me feel right at home. I had two bacon and jalapeno Bloody Mary's. They were top 1%. I bought a vodka and a rum that he had made. I was given samples of other great whiskey that they make. This is a place for great whiskey, great company, and a venue to "let your hair down and relax. I will be back!!! read more

This place is great if you like to support local buisiness and artists, Jason is friendly and kind with some great personal recipies, his Blue Gin is amazing, I ended up leaving with a case of his best stuff, a man with a dream and a plan can still exist, even if it's just one bottle at a time read more

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THE. BEST. PLACE. IN. PACIFICA! We stumbled on this place from groupon and I must say that it was the best choice I have ever made!! The rum is Amazing! Everything is made here fresh and with love! Jason, the owner, is amazing! So kind and humble! His mixed drinks are the best and he keeps it interesting by having new drinks weekly. His tastings are great and he is really knowledgeable in his process! Definitely 10 out of 10!! I recommend this place to everyone! read more

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The gin is amazing! Very unique botanicals or something - excellent for a G&T with a unique taste. And it turns pink when it hits ice. We're going back to try the vodka. read more

This place, the alcohol is good, tasty and cheap cocktails. But, unless you get up and make your own drink you will never get served, or even glanced at by the clueless staff. Rude and unfriendly. As a local who supports local business, I will no longer be supporting this place, you jus made the list. Learn how to run a business. read more

If you are looking for a relaxed, friendly location to enjoy a spirits tasting with friends or to enjoy a cocktail while conversing with the staff and local regulars, Tripp Distillery is your place. read more

Amazing local distillery that is fun friendly educational and celebrates your dog as much as you do! Excellent service and premium liquor mixed with spectacular conversation! Highly recommend for a good time at a great cost! read more

This place is the best. Jason is the best. I can't wait to go back. I'm so glad we found this place. I'm sad we didn't find it earlier.

Love this place! Superior house made spirits. Owner/operator is very friendly and accommodating.

My favorite social events happen at Tripp. I meet the best strangers, have the best conversations. Sandy and Dennis Rock!

Great drinks and fun vibe! Friendly and covid-safe atmosphere. Try the Thai iced tea!

Awesome gin and vodka! I would definitely recommend to everyone! The drinks are very decently priced and very chill vibe!