Weiss Distilling

Bartender/server was nice enough but he was the only staff person working on a Wednesday. We were a…read moreparty of 4, and the only ones in the place for a bit. Then 4 other tables showed up, totaling about 18 people. Food and drinks came out slow but we weren't in a hurry. I will be back but hope for more service staff next time.

We stopped by on Sunday shortly after noon. No one was there and we had our pick of seats. They…read morehave a sizable patio along with seating inside. It was a cool vibe with a lot of sparkly chandeliers and red velvet. The drinks we got were decent but nothing mind blowing. They weren't super well balanced but they'll do if you're not super discerning or you just want to get drunk. They do have a pretty large cocktail menu.

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Motor City Gas

4.7(121 reviews)

3.2 mi

Stopped by to use some Royal Oak Dollars. It was busy, but not too crazy on a Saturday night. We…read moretried the old fashion, brown Russian, hot chocolate stache and smoking section. All were really good. The hot chocolate stache was good for people who can't handle too much whisky :). The staff was very friendly and the ambiance is warm and inviting with couches and string lights in the back room.

Homeless looking Bartender was rude and angry, Drinks aren't that great, won't be backread more

Royal Oak Rye.

Whiskey

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Bourbon Orange Creamsicle. It's like a push-up on steroids! Damn it's good.

Ugly Dog Distillery

4.6(38 reviews)

47.1 mi

We went there yesterday before the parade and had the best cocktails! Sarah and Faith and Susan…read morewere all so friendly. We will definitely come back!!

Had the best time here. The owner was awesome and very welcoming. 10/10 will always visit when I'm…read morein town!!!

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Basil blue-- yum!

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Galentine's event Sunday Feb 12, 2023

Two James Spirits

4.2(312 reviews)

14.4 mi

I had a distillery tour today and was blown away by the knowledge of our enthusiastic guide, Zoni…read more We were able to see the inner workings of Two James and got to taste test many of their quality whiskeys and liqueur. Highly recommend!

One of my absolute favorite spots in Corktown. Walking into the old industrial type building with…read moreits dark brick you are immediately greeted by the giant bar. The staff has always been super nice and willing to explain the flavor profile of every drink to you so you can actually make a great decision. Also, since Two James makes spectacular spirits, every drink is delicious. They are so well balanced between flavor and kick, it's brilliant after brilliant. There isn't food as far as I know, but eat the cherries. It's plenty. Lol.

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Detroit City Distillery

4.3(241 reviews)

14.0 mi•Eastern Market

Great spot! Came in on a special event and it was PACKED!…read more Everyone was so attentive and kind despite being over ran by drunken detroiters suffering from the winter blues. It is the first warm day in months and between the sunshine, the booze, and the music everyone was just vibing! Such a cool spot with great food trucks and speciality drinks. I want to come back when it's not slammed and take it all in

Outstanding distillery tour! The tour experience which include a well made tasty welcome cocktail…read moreis followed by a fairly in depth walking tour through the distillery followed by a fairly wide open and long tasting of all the spirits made at this facility. The tour is quite educational and fun and starts with the history of building and the story of six childhood friends who decide to start a distillery as adults, almost upon a whim, during a get together. American dream is alive and well folks! As part of this tour you will see the full process From the mash bill, to fermentation, through the distillation process, barrel storing/aging and finally end up in the bottling station. A full in depth explanation of how to make Bourbon from start to finish is given during this tour that I found truly fascinating and quite educational where I was quite impressed how they accomplish all this in a fairly small footprint. Tour aside, Detroit distillery makes some seriously good Bourbon, Vodka and Gin. They currently have 1500 barrels in Storage with an ever increasing distribution which speaks volumes on how well this small distillery is being received by the public and the quality of their liquor products. Overall if you are into Bourbon and have ever wanted to learn first hand how it is made and having the fun of a tasting integrated into the experience, THIS IS A CAN'T MISS tour you should actually do. And at roughly a $20 cost this is a great value on top of everything else. Five stars in my book all day long!

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Tashmoo Distilling

4.9(16 reviews)

23.2 mi

Lake effect Negroni is a solid 5/5. The espresso martini might be even better!…read more The folks here are delightful company; the drinks are not made with any pre made mixes. They are experimenting, mixing and creating some special drinks. You can enjoy watching your drinks be made while having some great conversations. The spot might be small but full of character and feels like a place you could sit around for hours. The service is exceptional, cannot wait to be back!

Tashmoo is such a cute and quaint spot tucked in the heart of downtown New Baltimore that serves up…read moreclassic and unique concoctions. The strawberry island cocktail is fruity, tart, and sends you right to the tropics! What sets them apart is their house-made infused syrups, friendly charm, and the little touches like the complimentary pub mix to snack on. They even have an outdoor patio or you can take your beverage to go and enjoy the NB social district during the warmer months and now for the holidays you can enjoy their special cocktail menu and one of their cozy igloos! Such a fun date night experience!

Whiskey and Rum

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The Whiskey Factory

4.5(22 reviews)

14.4 mi

Located in the old Stroh's building, this distillery has been around for 10 years and offers…read moreanything from Whiskey to Bourbon to Gin and more. They offer a tour (well worth the $20 price tag) that starts out with a yummy adult bevvie and takes you through their distilling process, rickhouse, bottling, and event spaces. Our tour guide, Michael, was very personable and fun and made the tour quite entertaining. Loved the little stories along the way. Highly recommend - we'll be back again as we enjoy distillery tours and usually have to go to Kentucky for good ones like this.

Happy Valentine's Day!!! We truly enjoyed our experience at The Whiskey Factory. It was a unique,…read morequaint experience in celebration of this thing called Love! The place was decorated to perfection and a lot of attention to details such as a special note waiting for your Valentine. We both ordered a few drinks and enjoyed a charcuterie board of meats, cheeses, and spreads. The special touch was the saxophone player! What a fun event and such a cool venue!

Bottling area

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Detroit Distillery

2.5(2 reviews)

12.4 mi

Visited the alley on Memorial Day weekend- with DJ and food by Midnight Temple. Not sure exactly…read morewhen the drink cart was opening and it took a few minutes. A line quickly formed and the drinks began to come out. We got the Avogado- which I really liked and it felt deceptively healthy with cilantro and avocado- and yes boozy! It comes in a picture and you get 3-4 drinks from it. We also had a pineapple- wandering walker? Something like that. It was very boozy and recommend waiting for the ice to melt a bit to get all the good flavors in this drink. Rookie mistake- don't forget the water!

Nice building. Decent atmosphere. But anytime you are 20 minutes in with no drink- you lost me…read more And when the drinks come and they are tiny - really lost me. Too many options in Detroit now to come here.

Old fashioned & Walk Without Rhythm

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Shankar Distillers

4.9(20 reviews)

1.8 mi

A nice mini distillery. They are going for a dark theme for their tasting room, they even covered…read morethe skylight with a tarp. Bar, tables with nice chairs, window into the industrial bay/still area. Restrooms, small shop. It needed more seating, it was fine when we were there but would fill up quickly Staff was nice. They were a little slow. Of their bourbons, I had the flight, only the 92 was not good. Prices were a little high, in particular for their mixed drinks.

Came here after going to dinner with a friend, he is a big spirits person, and I thought he'd like…read morethis place. When we arrived Saturday evening it had a group event going on, evidently speed dating , not put on by the distillery. It was interesting to see. We sat at the bar so we could talk to the bartender about what they had. I ordered a flight which offers 4 drinks for $15, seems like the best value. They were all very good to try. They also sell their products in bottles to go. They have whiskeys, bourbons, tequilas. It's quite a large location, in a light industrial building in Troy. The ambience is very cool. They have a private room available too. You can do tours there as well. Our bartender was amazing, very attentive and informative. She could talk just about anything.

Team at Shankar Distillers

A look at the pot still

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Pot still with columns reaching up to our 50-foot glass tower.

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My recent visit to Speakeasy was an absolute delight! The ambiance was charming and cozy, evoking the nostalgic allure of a bygone era. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm smiles and a welcoming atmosphere. The cocktails were nothing short of exceptional. The mixologists at Speakeasy truly know their craft, as each drink was a perfectly balanced masterpiece of flavors. The attention to detail in both presentation and taste was evident, and I found myself thoroughly enjoying every sip. Service was impeccable throughout the evening. The staff was attentive without being intrusive, and their knowledge of the menu and drinks was impressive. It's clear that the team at Speakeasy is dedicated to providing a memorable experience for their patrons. In summary, my time at Speakeasy was a truly memorable one. The combination of ambiance, cocktails, cuisine, and service made for an unforgettable evening. I can't wait to return and explore even more of what this hidden gem has to offer. read more

Irina G.

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2 years ago

This speakeasy is a hidden gem! The friendly staff, excellent ambience, and great vibe make it the perfect spot for a night out. The drinks are not only delicious but also strong, crafted with real care. While it would be amazing to have a DJ and dancing to complete the experience, it's still a fantastic place to relax and enjoy. Highly recommend! read more

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Great atmosphere, great drinks, great service, great crew, great vibe. Would be an excellent date night spot.

Dennis W.

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Cool spirits, fun times, great people. Can't wait to go back! Glad to have this gem in town!

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I really love this place. It's dimly lit and the cocktails and ambiance create an elevated…read moreexperience. The staff here really know their stuff. I had a great conversation with the bartender about bourbons. I love all the little personalized touches and how their logo, the key, is featured in many different creative ways.

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