We had a great experience at Vitae Spirits. My boyfriend and I went for valentines and were super surprised to get a table. The overall vibe was wonderful. We were fortunate enough to be able to get sushi from Yoshihiro Tauchi. It was wonderful and surprisingly affordable. It was presented beautifully. We also got some flights. The spirits were great. I am absolutely in love with this place and I'm looking forward to coming back. read more

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Had a chance to visit this distillery. The area is pretty downtown, it is on the corner of a busy area but we were able to park in front and walk right in. The staff was very nice and accommodating. We had a larger party of 9. We were instantly greeted and given water without asking. We tried different flights. All of their liquor and mixed drinks had different flavors in it which I wasn't used to. For example some may have vanilla, pineapple, etc. When I have gone to distilleries typically you only get flavor from the barrels not like infusions. So I wasn't used to that. The customer service was great though and D was extremely patient with the party that I was with. read more

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Covid Update - they are open! We tried Vitae spirits for the first time during a tasting at our local ABC store, and it has been some of our favorites since. Everything they make, they make well. We saw online that they now have tables open outside that are socially distanced and decided to check it out. The way that they are cleaning and keeping people separated is beyond impressive. The cocktails were amazing. And we were able to get some bottles that we haven't seen in the ABC, which was exciting. I would definitely recommend trying them out. During Covid they also offer cocktail boxes to go so you can make your own. read more

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Very nice tasting, if a tad different from other distillery experiences. But definitely worth a retry. Vitae specializes in drinks made with molasses, which I found unusual but still enjoyed. Apparently it's something of a niche market in the distillery world, but I found it just as enjoyable as any other liquor. As is the law in VA, you can only have 3 ounces of liquor, served in tastings or mixed drinks. The setup looks like it's half oak and half bar. Which it is! The 'distillery' is in the back, but they serve you just like any regular bar would. They had snacks but no real food - although they were moving in that direction. But with Ace BBQ next door (they share patio space) you have great food options nearby anyway. I tried the "Platinum" rum, which I thought was full but not toasty. The Gold rum was also nice; light with some oak. The most unusual was the Orange liqueur, which I thought lived up to its name. I skipped the gin, since I'm just not a gin guy. read more

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Did not have food but the drinks and service are outstanding! Very pleasant atmosphere and pleasant staff.

Nothing but great experiences at Vitae!!! Awesome owners and staff that are extremely knowledgeable in their field. We love visiting the modern/extremely clean distillery for their ever changing cocktail menu with interesting and very inventive drinks. I can't believe that I haven't left a review for Vitae already!! The family owned Vitae creates small batch spirits made from molasses. I was never a fan of Gin but Vitae quickly changed that. Vitae provides Gin, Rum, Coffee and Orange liqueurs with exciting and well balanced tastes. Giving Vitae a visit is something you should definitely do even if you think you don't enjoy Rum and Gin. Other reasons to visit would be Ian, the founder of Vitae. He is freaking awesome and definitely full of information...the PhD in microbiology should tell you something. From our conversations I get that Ian is a brewer, winemaker, foodie, cheesemaker and forager amongst other things. Ian's staff is also amazing, thanks for the convos and great cocktails TJ. Vitae focuses on authenticity/transparency and welcome customers to visit behind the scenes on tours. Pro tip: Check out the in house store for Vitae gear and cocktail making ingredients. read more

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Absolutely delightful! Virginia had some funky laws about serving at a distillery- you can only have 3 oz served per person. That being said, I tried a tasting of three & one cocktail. The platinum rum is wonderful- flavorful & their base for most of their other spirits. The Orange liqueur was two different oranges & had a great flavor. I also tried the gin- very botanical blend rich with flavor. My cocktail was the Cantina Punch made with the gold rum (the most popular sold) and just a delightful fresh drink- perfect for a hot day like today! Very refreshing! Loved the whole place & the bartender- very knowledgeable! read more

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We stumbled upon this distillery on an impromptu beer/wine hop! I'm so glad that fate led us here. The hospitality shown by the "pourer" was outstanding! Sometimes things can be pretty tense traveling into a new territory after dark, but the "pourer" made us feel right at home! The fresh clean establishment seemed to be eco-friendly and germ free. The view of their barrels allowed us to have a close-up of their liqour making process. We had the pleasure of sampling an array of drinks before making a purchase. Most of them were great! I'm a straight shooter type of girl, so I opted for the shots instead of the mixed drinks. My pals indulged in the mix drinks and they seemed to be very please. I would definitely take that 45min drive back to Charlottesville to visit again! read more

This is a really cool place with a little store. Not a ton of selection, but I had a flight of rums that were really good, and very reasonably priced. If you're getting BBQ next door (and you SHOULD be), you can bring some from Vitae with you there. Check it out! read more

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May 22 was our first visit to this craft distillery and it did not disappoint! Super friendly and knowledgeable staff that spent time explaining the spirits. Creative, unique, AND beautiful cocktails! All in an enjoyable atmosphere. Excited to return again soon! read more

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Cool place to drop in for a pre or post dinner drink/s. The bartenders are super informed about the spirits. Drinks were delicious, wish I remembered the name. read more

Vitae Spirits Distillery - Distilleries Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Love the pain suppressor. Great staff. Great drinks. Fun vibe! Definitely recommend stopping for a drink here!

While vacationing in Va, we visited Vitae Spirits & Distillery. We were there the minute the doors opened -again, we were on vacation, haha. The gentleman there informed us of how the company began and was full of information. And then, all of a sudden, it went from only the 6 of us in our party, to being filled with guests, of which he handled extremely well. The sample drinks that we received were good, and I really enjoyed the mixed drink made with gin. It was a fun time - we ended up buying 2 bottles of the Vitae Coffee Liqueur! read more

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This place is fantastic! We did the tasting and all of the rums are yum! The Orange liqueur would be a great addition to an Orange Bellini to add an extra kick. The platinum daiquiri is delicious! The Get Figgy Wit It was great! The bartender TJ made a delicious low carb mocktail as well! read more

Great little distillery! The staff were extremely knowledgeable and Kind. Could hang out there for hours talking to staff about local brew and spirits! read more

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Another excellent addition to the Charlottesville micro-distillery scene, Vitae Spirits Distillery is making some tasty spirits. Charlottesville just keeps getting better and better with this explosion of micro-everything - wine first in the area, followed by microbreweries and now the micro-distilleries. Vitae Spirits distinguishes themselves from the competition by making a unique spin on some well known spirits. The clean modern tasting room is inviting and its proximity to Ace Biscuit & BBQ will make you wish Ace stayed open longer. What are the spirits they make here? A lot of the liquors use sugar cane molasses as the base spirit. Starting with the Anisette, a black licorice flavored liquor reminiscent of ouzo. Next is the Modern Gin, a dry gin with a rich juniper highlighted by that molasses base. Although I never described myself as a rum lover, the two rums they make here are some of my favorites I tried - the Platinum Rum with flavors of caramel and vanilla. On the other side of the coin is the Golden Rum - golden brown with oak and that molasses base, it's a warm and inviting spirit. If you're into something a little outside the box, give the Orange Liqueur a try, with unsurprisingly a large amount of orange zest and bright citrus flavors. Overall, Vitae Spirits Distillery is one groovy place to drink with lots of unique and rich flavors you're unlikely to find in the ABC store. read more

This place is a hidden gem. Very clean and cocktails are on point. Would definitely come again. read more

Vitae Spirits Distillery - Distilleries Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

We stopped in very briefly after having brunch next door at Ace Biscuit & Barbecue. We just a a tasting of the "golden rum". It was very yummy and a little sweet which I liked! My husband enjoyed it as well! Wish we had time to stay longer, but still happy to have stopped by! Would come back again to try some cocktails! read more

Vitae Spirits Distillery - Distilleries Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Only had one cocktail while there and it was delicious. The bartender was able to talk to us about the history of the distillery. He was great! Very knowledgeable and made a delicious cocktail. He seemed passionate about his craft. I'd love to visit again to do a tasting. Laid back, chill atmosphere. You should try it. read more

WOW! We visited from Atlanta. I just happened to stumble across this doing research and it was well worth the visit. I will definitely be back and I'm sure before I'm back I'll be ordering the spirits. I could not believe how delicious, complex and smooth they were. We left with a bottle of each!! The owner was super knowledgeable and his story is so interesting but better yet his products are AMAZING! read more

Vitae Spirits Distillery - Distilleries Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

This review is for a year ago. Had a great time when I went. The staff and owners were very friendly. I liked the drinks I had and ended up buying a bottle! read more

I took my father here as his Christmas gift. There was a distillery tour given by Ean and it was fantastic! Very informative and he knows his stuff. He is friendly and explains the process very well. The alcohol, though new, is tasteful and well-made. I would come again and bring some friends while grabbing some BBQ at Ace, which is next door. This was my first distillery experience and I'm glad it was here! read more

Vitae Spirits Distillery - Distilleries Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

The cocktaiks themselves were quite unique however, one of the bartending staff was quite rude and insulting. If this place wants to keep business and serve customers of different backgrounds and walks of life, they can be a little bit more professional. read more

Really wasn't overly impressed. We did two tastings and the regular tasting was way better than any of the reserve tastings. The coffee liqueur is fantastic though as well as the anisette; I didn't care for any of the rums or their signature collab. read more

Stopped next door for some bbq on my wsy from Richmond to Roanoke. Someone mentioned the distillery and the tastings so decided to stop in. So glad I did. Started off with a very reasonable priced flight. The Modern Gin was truly a delight. Smooth, with great botanical notes. Will surely look for it my local ABC Store. read more

TJ have us amazing service and the tour is fantastic! He gave great info on all the spirits and we left with a box full! I highly recommend Vitae! read more

The paw paw liqueur is incredible! Don't miss out on the Old Tom gin either. Super cool atmosphere, tucked into a neighborhood and right next to Aces Biscuits if you get hungry. Definitely talk to the bar bartender he really knows his stuff and quite funny! read more

Yelp-bae and I stopped by here on a whim after Ace Biscuit and BBQ right as it opened- we had no idea it had opened up so we walked in and are the only visitors there. We're immediately greeted by the gentleman behind the bar and he strikes up a conversation with the bf about different liquors. He's extremely knowledgeable, especially considering we're alcohol noobs. Thuan is trying to get into hard liquors so the gentlemen's helping him out and giving him samples. We ended up getting a whole bottle of the golden rum and he showed us how we can find recipes for the Vitae cocktails online- super great guy! We're definitely going to come back for cocktails because they looked super good! read more

This place delivers. The drinks are delicious and original, and the bartender is full of interesting facts. Vitae is where I learned that true grenadine (which they sell) is actually made of pomegranate juice. Always a fun time at Vitae Spirits. read more

Delicious liquor! The staff here are very knowledgeable and friendly. They are very creative and passionate about their craft.

Good tastings. Like if care and attention into natural ingredients including fresh herbs and fruits. Tastings are reasonably priced. Nice spot in Charlottesville read more

This little gem is an amazing spot. My husband and I wandered in on a Sunday afternoon after they had given their last tour of the day. After getting an extensive background of their liquors and shrubs and enjoying a sampler and cocktail (both were awesome) each, they still took us on a quick tour (which was still super detailed!). The drinks and experience were top notch. Thanks for the unforgettable experience! We will definitely be coming back! read more

Very friendly staff. All you can smell when you get out of your vehicle is the amazing BBQ next door. They let us eat our food in vitae spirits while sampling yummy cocktails they offer. I did not do a tasting their, but the rum punch is good. They will answer any question you have about their distillation process. read more

We stopped in right before closing (not realizing that they weren't open too late), but regardless the tasting room manager was so welcoming to us and gave us a tasting without rushing us through. The liquors are unlike anything I've tasted, sweet in flavor but not in sugar content. Highly recommend the gin which was the most unique. read more

One of the best experiences I've had at a distillery. Going on a Saturday morning, we were able to chat with the bartender and learn A LOT. Our group ordered both tasting flights and cocktails and ultimately had a hard time deciding which bottle to take home, though I'm sure we'll be checking our local ABC for others. Favorites: Golden Rum, Modern Gin, Orange Liqueur, Coffee Liqueur. read more

The spirits were incredible. Our bartender, TJ, had incredible insight in to making cocktails. The paw paw liquor was super unique, I've never had anything quite like it! read more