What a relaxing place to spend an afternoon. It's in a rural countryside, nestled among some…read moremountains. The tasting room is actually a house on a hill- with great views of the mountains and valley. There is indoor and outdoor seating available- but honestly weather permitting- the outside is the place to be! They have a nice selection of bourbon from which they offer flights. They also have some craft cocktails. We tried the bourbon margarita- what a unique combination and it was very good. The staff were pleasant and knowledgeable. We enjoyed our margaritas and a shared flight outside on Adirondack chairs enjoying the views. Our take home purchase was a bottle of their bottled in bond bourbon which has a very flavorful profile with hints of caramel.

Spent a lovely afternoon sitting on their porch enjoying the view. Also an Old Fashion made with…read moretheir wheat bourbon. It was smooth. I loved it. The bartender was very helpful directing you to a drink you would like. Great way to send an afternoon with friends.

We had a great experience at Vitae Spirits. My boyfriend and I went for valentines and were super…read moresurprised 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.

Had a chance to visit this distillery. The area is pretty…read moredowntown, 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.

Went here since we were in the area and I'm a big fan of visiting distilleries/breweries, etc…read more Had no idea what to expect. I have seen the bottles of this distillery in the local ABC stores but that was about it. I have to say, the ladies behind the bar were uh-maze-ing. Seriously well-versed in the history of the distillery and they immediately made me a fan of this place. Like.. a big fan... we spent almost $300 fan between swag and alcohol. The ladies here also gave us some awesome recommendations for places to visit in the area. We visited most of them and it made our trip in this area improve 100%. When you're here, do yourself a favor and learn the story behind this place. It's worth it. Courage & Conviction!! :) Food Taste: Just a few snacks Overall Service: 5 Value of service to cost: 5 Facility: 5 Ambiance: Very clean bar/distillery area on the main floor. Open, simple, I enjoyed the livery. Repeat customer: yes Dog Friendly: outside seating if I remember correctly.

Good vibes at this place. My husband enjoys this spot a bit more than I do because he really loves…read morescotch. I had a good time and I really want to introduce my brother to this place. He would love it. Service was good. Everyone was friendly and nice. Atmosphere is lovely. The place was very clean and well kept. I'm sure we'll be back.

Excellent service from our bartender--she was very friendly and took great care of us…read more Unfortunately, the experience changed toward the end of our visit. About 30 minutes before closing, the owner's daughter refused to make us another drink, even though the distillery was still within its posted business hours. We weren't ordering food, just cocktails. There were four of us ready to order another round, so the business not only left us with a disappointing impression but also lost the sale of four additional drinks. If the posted closing time is 8:00 PM, I would expect drink service to continue until reasonably close to closing time. It's a shame because our bartender provided excellent service and we were really enjoying our experience up until that point.

Nice spot out in Barboursville/Orange area. Tasting room is very comfortable with bar, table, or…read morecouch/furniture seating as well as an outdoor patio area. They also sell local goodies such as jam, glassware, t-shirts, etc. My husband tasted the 2 small batch rye bourbons while I had the Creamsicle Crush and Barbarita (Raspberry Hibiscus Bourbon Margarita). Cocktails had fresh ingredients and unique flavor combos. Service was prompt and friendly. I want to go back and try more drinks. Server also mentioned we can order food from the restaurant next door and bring it inside the distillery.

My friends and I decided to visit this distillery and we were all so happy we did…read more It was very welcoming and had that homey feeling where everyone knew each other. We each got a couple of drinks and we split two appetizers, and everything was very good. I opted for the Bonfire Buzz, which was one of the tastiest rum drinks I've had. It's made with spiced rum, apple cider and ginger beer, and definitely had a kick. We split the Red Eyed Goat and Finklestien's Nachos and both were really good. My other friend got the Beef on Weck sandwich with a side of mac and cheese and really enjoyed his meal. In addition to spirits and mixed drinks, they also offer beer and wine. This a cute place that gives back to the community, and is well worth a visit.

Went out here to go camping nearby and this place is a pretty solid gem within this local area…read more When they get busy parking can get a bit busy. Just note that there is extra parking behind the building. There aren't many great food / dining options within the local area but this place really is a great place in any area. The customer service is great, food is delicious, and the atmosphere is comfy. It was so nice for us that we actually came back twice during a 4 day vacation! :) Recommendation: You have to try the tomato pie dip. It's so delicious. If you're in the area, it's absolutely worth the visit. Food Taste: 5 Overall Service: 5 Value of service to cost: 5 Facility: 5 Ambiance: Small bar that's quaint and open. I enjoyed the decor within. Repeat customer: yes! Dog Friendly: I didn't ask - but maybe the patio?

Don't be fooled by the location or the atmosphere. Hardworking entrepreneur and family/business…read more Great conversation and great spirits!

This place should not be looked past. One man operation, but this guy knows his stuff! Very very…read morenice and their spirits are exceptional! Worth the visit!

Came here and noticed bourbon and I pulled that U-turn with the quickness. As I arrive the entire…read morestaff was so friendly. Jay is who I dealt with and he was amazing at explaining the different types of bourbon. He was very kind and just knew his bourbon. If you want to try something good in this area come check it out

Amazing first time experience at a distillery. The staff was extremely welcoming and didn't…read morehesitate to educate us on the many types of options available. I had a mint julep bourbon with had muddled berries at the bottom. It was so delicious. However if you're expecting the fruit to make the bourbon more subtle, it does not. lol It was still very delicious. My husband had the s'mores, which came topped off with a toasted marshmallow. The smokiness flavors were amazing. We left with 4 bottles of spirits. The ambiance and floor layout was perfect with the main bar directly in the center. It created cohesion among the customers. Can't wait to visit again.

Showed up right at closing and had such a lovely experience with the owner, affordable and…read moreeducational tasting--some of the best whiskey we've had (big fans of the smoked bourbon).

Such a great little place to visit! I rented a cabin in the area as a quarantine getaway. We…read morearrived at river hill and there was just 1 other group that was finishing up as we arrived. We parked and hung out outside until they were done -- the grounds has tables and seating outdoors. Once we got in, Fred gave us great service. His wife was also there, caring for the horses so we didn't get to interact with her as much. We learned about the distillery and the different whiskey/bourbon they had. We tried them all, and he even made some mixed drink shots. This was perfect to understand what flavors go good with each drink. We spent maybe 30 minutes here or so, and bought a few bottles to take home with us.

Yea fuck this distillery . Been going there for over 5 years now always recommending this place to…read morepeople. I show up with both my classic Jeeps this time at the car show today. my elderly mom was helping me drive my other one so I could bring two cars I ask the young lady if I can park really quick to the side so I can coordinate with my mom and fill the paperwork out . Since my mom doesn't know how to park or what do at these shows and I didn't want to hold up the line as I had cars behind me and my mom. Plus I have to drive her back home so I have to park both cars myself And that asshole lady was extremely rude to me, telling me I have to hurry up and I can't park in those spots even for a min or two just to coordinate with my mom. Is that how I am gonna be treated when I ask to park there for 2 min to get out of the way of other cars ? What a fucking joke What will you have me do sit in the middle of the road ? You know what I am no longer recommending this distillery. You all can kiss my fucking ass. I'm not spending money on the butterscotch whiskey like I have for years anymore. You will be getting some nasty reviews from me on yelp. Google. Facebook and everywhere else I can post !!!!! I won't tolerate be treated like this in front of my mom. !!! I do not need to be treated like that !!!

We went on a Friday morning. We were greeted very warmly and made to feel welcome. We only had…read moreabout a 10 minute wait until the next tour started so we started a tab and had one tasting before the tour which was short but informative. The owner was there and graciously allowed us to take photos with him, he was so friendly and welcoming too. Then we finished our tasting (3oz maximum per person per ABC), taking our cocktails out on the porch where we drank them in rocking chairs enjoying the beautiful day. One of the workers was so sweet and brought us a table and some cups of water as well. Just a really welcoming place with some history. When you're in Culpeper make sure you make this a stop.