This place has definitely earned its place on the map for a good spot for a drink in Portland but also a fantastic distillery. We got our hands on one of the promotional cards for a free tour and tasting - we didn't expect it would cover both of us which was a pleasant surprise. But even if we had paid for both the tour and tasting, we would have only been out $30 each, and that definitely would have been worth it. I didn't expect so much to come with it. Before the tour we got a mini cocktail to sip on while we waited for the tour. It featured one of their whiskies and were quite yummy. In the tour we got to taste through the process which was really fun, from barley to beer to the white dog. After the tour came the tasting, which I guessed to be about two full drams worth, until our guide brought us two bonus tastings, in which we'd gotten to try all their current whiskies. We got water without having to ask and to cleanse the palette between tastings we got a small tray of s'more treats. All included with our tour. We enjoyed ourselves immensely and didn't feel rushed to finish up. Our tour guide was wonderful, but I am ashamed to say I don't remember her name! Short curly hair on the 1pm tour today. My only complaint would be that parking was a B on a Friday afternoon, so arrive early to drive around for a spot. This place has really thought of it all, and you can see the care that went into the design of the space, the partnership with other local businesses, and obviously, the delicious whiskey!
