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Traverse City Distillery Tours with the Magic Shuttle Bus offers a captivating journey through the best distilleries in Northern Michigan. This guided tour takes you to top-notch distilleries like Iron Fish Distillery, Traverse City Whiskey Co., and Grand Traverse Distillery, where you'll sample a variety of expertly crafted spirits, including whiskey, vodka, and gin. Travel in comfort and style aboard the Magic Shuttle Bus, enjoying scenic routes and engaging commentary from knowledgeable guides. With convenient transportation, fascinating stops, and delicious tastings, Traverse City Distillery Tours provides a memorable and enjoyable experience for spirit enthusiasts and explorers alike.
Northern Michigan Distilleries
We have gathered a list of distilleries to help you plan your trip. Below you will find links to the distilleries websites and also their hours of operation and contact information.
Iron Fish
Iron Fish Distillery, located in Thompsonville near Traverse City, is Michigan’s first farm distillery. Set on a picturesque, 120-acre working farm, Iron Fish is dedicated to producing high-quality, small-batch spirits, including whiskey, gin, vodka, and rum. Visitors can enjoy tastings in the rustic-chic tasting room, take tours of the distilling operations, and even see the grain-to-glass process firsthand. With its unique farm-to-bottle approach, stunning setting, and exceptional spirits, Iron Fish Distillery offers a truly distinctive and immersive experience in Northern Michigan.
Northern Latitudes Distillery
Northern Latitudes Distillery, located in Lake Leelanau near Traverse City, offers a warm and welcoming experience for spirit enthusiasts. Known for its handcrafted, small-batch spirits like Ice Dunes Vodka, Deer Camp Whiskey, and Michigan Dogman Moonshine, Northern Latitudes takes pride in using locally sourced ingredients. The cozy tasting room features a friendly atmosphere where visitors can sample a variety of unique spirits and enjoy creative cocktails. With its commitment to quality and local flavor, Northern Latitudes Distillery provides a memorable and enjoyable experience in the heart of Northern Michigan.
Traverse City Whiskey Co.
Traverse City Whiskey Co., located in Traverse City, is renowned for its dedication to crafting high-quality, small-batch whiskeys. Known for their signature blends like the award-winning Traverse City Straight Bourbon and North Coast Rye, this distillery combines traditional techniques with local ingredients. The inviting tasting room and cocktail lounge offer a stylish and comfortable atmosphere for sampling their wide range of spirits. With its commitment to excellence and innovation, Traverse City Whiskey Co. provides an exceptional whiskey-tasting experience in the heart of Northern Michigan.
Grand Traverse Distillery
Grand Traverse Distillery, located in Traverse City, is celebrated for its premium, handcrafted spirits made from locally sourced ingredients. Known for its award-winning True North Vodka, Ole George Rye Whiskey, and Cherry Whiskey, this distillery emphasizes quality and craftsmanship. Visitors can enjoy tastings in the sleek and modern tasting room, take informative tours of the distilling process, and sample creative cocktails. With its focus on local grains and meticulous production methods, Grand Traverse Distillery offers an outstanding and authentic spirit-tasting experience in Northern Michigan.
Jolly Pumpkin
Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales & Distillery, located on the Old Mission Peninsula near Traverse City, is renowned for its innovative approach to both craft beer and spirits. The distillery produces a unique range of small-batch spirits, including rum, gin, and various liqueurs, all crafted with the same creativity and quality as their beers. The cozy, rustic tasting room offers a delightful atmosphere for sampling these exceptional spirits. With its dedication to artisanal methods and distinctive flavors, Jolly Pumpkin provides a memorable and multifaceted tasting experience in a picturesque Northern Michigan setting.
Ethanology
Ethanology, located in Elk Rapids near Traverse City, is a boutique distillery known for its artisanal, small-batch spirits. Specializing in unique creations like Mel Vocatus Gin and Antheia Absinthe, Ethanology emphasizes the use of local ingredients and traditional distilling methods. The stylish and intimate tasting room offers a chic yet welcoming atmosphere where guests can sample innovative spirits and expertly crafted cocktails. With its focus on quality, creativity, and local sourcing, Ethanology provides a distinctive and sophisticated spirit-tasting experience in Northern Michigan.
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