Great Lakes Distillery Tour With Tasting
Learn how award-winning spirits are made and sample six during a guided one-hour tour.
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Learn how award-winning spirits are made and sample six during a guided one-hour tour.
Discover what we've curated for you
1 Hour
Guided tour, Tasting flight
Tour Wisconsin’s first distillery since Prohibition. Learn how award-winning spirits are crafted and enjoy a guided tasting of six.
Minors may join when accompanied by a legal guardian. The production area involves two short stairways and there are no elevators. Tours start promptly; arrive 10–15 minutes early to check in.
What does the distillery tour include?
The tour includes an informative discussion on the distillation process and our distillery, plus a tasting flight of our award-winning spirits.
How long is the tour?
The tour is approximately one hour long.
When should I arrive for my tour?
Arrive at least 10–15 minutes before your scheduled tour to check in.
Are walk-up tickets available if a tour is sold out online?
Yes, five same-day walk-up tickets are available per tour.
Are children allowed on the tour?
Yes, minors may attend when accompanied by their legal guardian.
Is the facility handicap accessible?
Yes; however, access between areas involves two small flights of stairs and there are no elevators.
May I enjoy a cocktail while on the tour?
Yes, you may grab a cocktail before, during, and after your tour.
Do you offer anything for designated drivers?
Yes, a non-drinker ticket allows you to enjoy the tour without the tasting flight.
All tickets are non-refundable. Tours may be rescheduled if you give at least 24 hours’ notice. Admission may be declined or a guest dismissed if over-intoxicated; no refunds or transfers in that case.
Great Lakes Distillery - 616 W. Virginia St., Milwaukee, WI 53204
This Milwaukee distillery has clearly won over visitors with its welcoming atmosphere and surprisingly excellent food. The smash burgers get particular praise (that Bang! Sauce is apparently a must-try), and multiple reviewers rave about the cheese curds being among the best they've had. The craft cocktails and boozy slushies consistently impress, and the full liquor selection is described as both high-quality and reasonably priced compared to other craft distilleries. The distillery tours stand out as genuinely informative experiences. Several visitors mentioned learning more here than at much larger, well-known distilleries across the country, with tour guides like Dani earning specific recognition for their knowledge and genuine enthusiasm. The staff across the board seems passionate about their work, creating a relaxed vibe that keeps people lingering far longer than planned. One couple accidentally spent four hours there and called it the highlight of their vacation. A heads up that food customization is limited and the build-your-own options cost more than standard menu items, though the quality seems to make up for it.
Awesome place, wonderful drinks and the food is bomb! Great place to spend an afternoon
Jaime Star
January 28, 2026
Awesome place, wonderful drinks and the food is bomb! Great place to spend an afternoon
Jaime Star
January 28, 2026