This was a neat small stop along the overall tasting trail in this part of Vermont. You can come in…read morefor some samples and talk to one of the owners, at least when COVID is not a concern. The owner was very personable and talked about what makes their products different and of high quality. I had a great time talking to him. I recommend their gin and the vodka. Very smooth and clean tasting. My wife liked the "tequila." Technically it is not tequila because it was not 100% agave based. Instead they incorporated maple syrup into the liquor as well. How very Vermont!

This place appears to be out-of-business. Three attempts to visit during posted hours resulted in…read morelocked doors. The phone number has been disconnected per Verizon.

We stopped in to this spot for a drink while in town. The space is a bar/retail shop and we had fun…read morelooking at all the stuff to buy - lots of mixers, bitters, drink-related gifts, and other items. We sat at the bar and relaxed - it was pretty quiet and we had the place mostly to ourselves for most of our visit. I ordered the raspberry shrub highball, Nate got the corn 'n oil, and my friend got the maple bourbon sour. It was fun watching the bartender mixing up our drinks, and she answered any questions we had. Very chill spot, and the drinks were tasty. I loved the super refreshing highball. They do serve snack boards and flights as well as their cocktails. I'm glad we stopped in and would come back again in the future!

Our server was very friendly and super knowledgeable. My husband got a tasting and he even added…read morein a free addition because he was talking to other customers about it. They also had cocktails made with their liquor, which was nice. It's a pretty eclectic place inside, in a good way. Very relaxed atmosphere. Define recommend checking it out if you're in the area and enjoy liquor.

I'm gonna say it, you enjoy a good cocktail, might as well swing by this place cause they have…read morethem. The service was very attentive. Our waitress checked in on us a few times, but it was very slow, so she was keeping busy which is great. I believe the owner was there as well and answered some e off the wall question I had about some other Yelp review pictures (the one with the barrels for sale cause that deal looked unreal!). This place is super clean and very inviting. Even walking in the door an employee was walking out and just randomly gave us a friendly hello while looking at the menu posted outside. Can't say much about the food, just had the ahi tuna which was good but the cocktails were on point and the whiskey was delicious and not overpriced for such a tourist destination. I thought maybe 4 stars would be fair but for service, hospitality and coziness of this place, gives it a Lake George 5 stars.

Good choice for light meal and drinks. The Bavarian pretzel with cheese sauce can be split between…read more3-4 people. The shrimp Poor boy, chicken sandwich and pizza were good. The Boom Boom shrimp from the appetizer menu were enough for dinner BUT the sauce is hot. Ask for the sauce on the side with extra ranch. The Small Pickle Martini was fun.

3.5 stars. I thought this place had a cozy lounge feeling, and a pro is that it was walkable from…read morethe hotel I was staying at during a snowy weekend. Good for families, groups, and couples. The service was attentive. We enjoyed the maple bourbon bbq wings. We thought our main dishes were average, but I appreciated that the menu had many options. My husband had the chicken cordon bleu, and I had the steak and rice dish. I liked my strawberry margarita. We chose not to have dessert (they were priced around $12-14).

We made a reservation for 12 people two weeks in advance and even confirmed it twice day of,…read moreexcited for a night of dinner, live music, and good vibes. Unfortunately, this turned out to be the worst service I've had all year. Being understaffed wasn't the issue--we were patient and in no rush. The real disappointment was our server's dismissive, passive-aggressive attitude from the moment we sat down. Instead of feeling welcomed, we felt like a burden. By the time the food finally arrived--over 1.5 hours later--half of our table had already walked out. For a group ready to spend the evening (and plenty of money) here, the lack of hospitality completely ruined our dinner experience. What I ordered: * Salmon - 5/5 (the only highlight of the night)

Definitely worth a stop when in the Waterbury area. Smugglers' Notch Distillery is in the same…read moreplaza as Cabot Creamery and Lake Champlain Chocolates, so there is a lot to see and taste here. After looking at the very attractive displays showcasing each product made at the Distillery, my daughter and I opted to share a tasting. We chose the Moroccan Rose and Grapefruit Flavored Vodka to start and I loved the distinct fruity taste without the sugary sweetness. Next was the Maple Gin, which was lovely as well. Our server told us she likes to mix it with muddled blueberries and ginger beer for a refreshing summertime mule, and I agree that does sound delicious. Our third taste was the Bourbon Maple Cream Liquor, which was so delicious, and we finished the tasting with the Maple Cram Liquor, which was smooth, sweet, and went down very easily. We were impressed with the cleanliness of the store - everything was sparkly clean and shining. The layout of the displays was so attractive. We will definitely stop there again on our next trip to VT.

Beautiful tasting room and easy access if you're just passing through! There is plenty of parking…read moreand other things to do including a Cabot's creamery, a chocolate shop and a sandwich shop for lunch! The tasting room is small with a single counter for tasting and a wall of bottles for purchase but it's well worth the wait if needed. You can even sample the syrups while you wait for free! Our hostess was very informative about all of the spirits and very appreciative of each of her customers. She talked a bit fast but that's understandable in the environment, it's busy!! We each did a tasting, the special tasting and the regular, so we got to try almost everything! Our cabinet and fridge got a few new additions with the canned vodka sodas and a single barrel. I highly recommend a stop and a tasting of the Hopped Gin, whether you're a gin drinker or not!! We visited in August 2024.

En route back to Killington from the Woodchuck Cidery, we noticed Ripton Mountain Distillery and…read moredecided to pop in for a quick drink. We are from CT and got to chatting with the owner, who also originally hails from CT, small world. Ripton Mountain Distillery makes several flavors of moonshine - they had cherry, apple pie, and creamsicle on our visit. They also have beer, wine, other beverages like White Claws, and food. It's a full service establishment rather than just a distillery. They have indoor and outdoor seating as well. They offered for us to do a tasting of the three flavors of moonshine - $3 each. I said I didn't want mine straight up so they made me a tasty cherry moonshine/club soda/lime drink which basically tasted like soda. It was very good! My husband drank his straight up and said they were smooth. He loved them so much that he got two bottles to take home, and a T-shirt. We had dinner reservations back in Killington, so we didn't order any food, but the menu looked good. Everyone was very nice and they even gave us some complimentary popcorn to munch on with our drinks. I would definitely recommend a stop here if you are passing through or staying in the area.

Ripton Mountain is represented as a distillery online but is actually a very trashy dive bar. I…read morewanted to try Ripton's house-made moonshine and buy a bottle or two but was unable to get past the waitress's hostility. She seemed offended that I wanted the local alchol instead of getting food and a jack and coke. I walked in and was immediately hit by the reek of tobacco smoke. When I sat at the bar I asked for a tasting and the bartender yelled at me about how they don't give away free alcohol. That's fine. A lot of distilleries charge for tastings and I told her I would be happy to pay for a tasting. When I asked what they have she threw a food menu at me. The menu was just food, and didn't even list the house made drinks. I gave up and left as she yelled at me.

Sunday funday ! Live music but not just any music ...the owners of this local distillery have an…read moreear for awesome musicians, draw friendly staff and bartenders, and serve up some drinks that beg for another! Go check it out ! This place will leave an impression that after you leave has you thinking about when can you get back ! PS .we didn't get to try the food from the food truck but Lobster is on the menu for our next visit real soon !!

Great place to try new, local flavors! We stopped on a whim and tried a Sly Fox Gin, and a variety…read moreof other bourbons and whiskeys. I enjoyed the gin - and the Adirondack Straight Rye Whiskey. Brought bottles of both home!

I've thrown up once from alcohol. It was on my 21st birthday some decade ago on Burnett's vodka. I…read morehave never had a sip of Burnett's since. Over the years, I've drunk in moderation, and have had a fair variety of vodkas, but I'm certainly not the world's premier expert on vodka. But.. if I had to choose between my 21st birthday Burnett's or the lemon vodka by GMD, I'd choose Burnett's. GMD's vodka doesn't taste anything like what you'd expect from an acidic lemon. It tastes spoiled.. it tastes like the vodka was distilled in a sneaker. They seem genuinely interested in their craft, but the product I consumed was arguably one of the worst things I have ever taken in. I went out of this way to write this review because purchasing this was for sure my worst regret of 2021 (all purchases combined.. both alcohol and not).

Recommended by Mountain View Campground and I am glad. This place is awesome. We had a great time…read morewith one for the partners. He explained all the spirits in great depth. The tastings were all good. We ended up getting a couple bottles and I am savoring the corn whiskey. My wife chose the vanilla vodka which is good. I highly recommend stopping here.

Barr Hill is on a different level. There's a reason the bar was recently a James Beard finalist…read more The seasonal cocktails are all original and fresh, all concocted in 2025 by their talented bartenders. The array of small plates offer guests well curated options that appeal to many palates. Think fresh peach burrata, bao buns, Vermont-cheese charcuterie boards, fingerling potatoes, hummus and dips, and more. Pull up with your date in a cozy bar stool inside their industrial-chic bar, or head outside to sit riverside on their serene patio. Or meet up with friends - they accept reservations for up to 12 - and have a spectacular evening.

What an awesome spot to finish a day trip to Montpelier! Excellent service matched by excellent…read moredrinks. Loved the complimentary tasting offered before we sat at the bar. Fun & delicious cocktails abound at this must visit bar in the lovely VT capitol.