Great Lakes Distillery: Guided Tour with Sample Flight of Six Spirits

What you'll do:

Join us for a tour, a tasting, and a cocktail! Our distillery tour has been voted Best Spirits/Wine Tour by local publications, OnMilwaukee and Shepherd Express, year after year.

During our tour, guests will learn about our award-winning products, how we make Wisconsin's best hand-crafted spirits, and enjoy a guided sampling flight of six spirits. Your tour guide will dive into the rich history of distillation in the state of Wisconsin, how the production of our spirits stands out amongst the rest, and how our small operation keeps up with our rigorous standards.

Grab yourself a cocktail (or a boozy slushie) from the bar and hop on your tour!

Why we love it for your party:

• Award-winning fun (This isn't just any tour—it’s been voted Milwaukee’s best spirits experience year after year)

• Sips and stories (You’ll taste six handcrafted spirits while learning about Wisconsin’s rich distilling history)

• Cocktails in hand (Kick things off with a delicious cocktail or boozy slushie before your tour even begins)

• Behind-the-scenes access (Get an inside look at how small-batch spirits are made with big personality)

• Perfect for your crew (It’s fun, interactive, and the drinks are flowing—what more could you want for a party outing)

• Private Tours Option (Party, tour, and drinking time for just you & your crew- email events@greatlakesdistillery.com to book)

About this experience partner:

Great Lakes Distillery is Wisconsin's original distillery, calling Milwaukee home since our founding in 2004. Nestled in the heart of the vibrant city of Milwaukee, our distillery stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to producing high-quality, handcrafted spirits that capture the essence of the Midwest. 

As the first distillery to have opened in the state since Prohibition, we have been trailblazers for the Wisconsin Craft Spirits industry of today.

We are more than just a distillery; we are the embodiment of passion, craftsmanship, and the pursuit of exceptional spirits. Our skilled artisans combine time-honored techniques with modern expertise, resulting in a unique array of spirits that pay homage to the region’s rich agricultural heritage while pushing the boundaries of flavor exploration.

From our meticulously selected ingredients sourced from local farmers to our two small batch copper stills, every step of our production process is a labor of love. We take pride in crafting spirits that tell a story – the story of the land, its people, and our relentless pursuit of excellence.

Additional information:

• Age limit: You must be 21 or older to participate in the tasting portion

  • Guests under the age of 21 are welcome on the tour - they can listen in on the tasting & eagerly anticipate their 21st! You may purchase a non-drinking ticket for these guests

• Batch discount: We offer a tour discount for Batch users! Use code "BATCH2025" to receive $2 off each distillery tour ticket.

  • This code must be entered on each individual ticket under "add promo or discount code"