My mom and I enjoy distillery tours so I checked out Groupon to see if they had anything new, which…read moreis how I discovered this little gem. I paid for the tour in advance and ended up adding the tasting while we were there. When we arrived, we received a nice big welcome from Brian. He escorted us inside and introduced their resident mixologist Ann, she was quite lovely and makes an excellent cocktail. Brian mentioned that he was waiting for a few more people to arrive, so mom and I ordered something off the menu. I selected the Gallagher, which consisted of fresh watermelon, cucumber, lime and your choice of their Crescent Vodka, 3rd Ward Gin, or Tresillo Rum. I chose the 3rd Ward Gin. The cocktail was very tasty and refreshing. Mom chose the Freudian Slip - Crescent Vodka, pear, honey, lemon, and basil. It was also incredibly good and both drinks were beautifully presented. I loved the décor of the tasting room. It was pretty with a relaxing atmosphere. While we waited, we had a nice conversation with Brian & Ann. I told Brian that I came to NOLA so I could watch the fireworks on the Mississippi and was sad when I found out that they had been canceled. Brian said, "Well, I just heard today that the show is back on because Will Smith paid for it to happen." Apparently Will Smith was in New Orleans filming a movie (Emancipation) and when he found out the city canceled the fireworks show due to lack of funding he stepped up and paid for it. I was so excited when I found out. I've always been a fan of Will's work but now even more so since he made my bucket list happen. When the other guests arrived, we were given a welcome cocktail to take with us on the tour. It consisted of the Tresillo Rum, some spices, coconut cream, and soda water. It was yummy. I could have drunk about 5 of them. Brian was an excellent tour guide - very entertaining and informative. Cajun Spirits is a family-owned business that was founded in 2010 by Gus Hank. Their spirits are crafted in custom copper stills and made with locally sourced ingredients including Louisiana sugarcane. After the tour it was time for the tasting. In front of us were 3 snifters: one with Crescent Vodka, another with 3rd Ward Gin, and the last with Tresillo Rum. There was also a small carafe of water and a dropper. Brian instructed us to take a sip of the vodka. Then add a drop of water with the dropper and sip again to taste the difference. The water helps to open the flavor profile. (They filter their water on the premises.) When the tasting was over it was time for the grand finale - a complimentary cocktail called NOLA Rose. (Which happens to be my mom's nickname) It was delicious! Ann really is an amazing mixologist. I'm so happy I found this place. I definitely recommend the tour & tasting and also come for the cocktails, which are a steal at $8. They also have food trucks and live music on certain nights so visit their webpage for a schedule of events.

This family run business really take their business to heart! Their passion to create and unique…read moretasting spirit really reflect their craftsmanship towards a high quality product! You will not believe what goes on behind their door until you take a tour in their distillery. This is local New Orleans flavor at their finest! We booked our tour through Groupon (best deal ever)! Gus aka Joey developed his passion abre 10 years ago to put New Orleans on the radar for distilleries. His family, his wife and brother Edward were very nice and down to earth! I never though I would like sampling those Cajun spirits, but they were awesome! You will be so surprised what aromas and flavors you can taste! I have toured many distilleries and by far I have enjoy this tour so much! Not only because it's local but you can tell the family are proud of their product. I truly recommend y'all to experience this!

Saw these guys on a number of bar menus in town; decided to check them out before leaving NOLA. Was…read morerewarded with some of the smoothest vodka, gin, and bourbon I've had in some time. (Be warned that the rum is done in the Jamaican style and is an acquired taste -- it brings the funk. I love it. You may not.) Rene was our guide through tasting and a tour of the distillery and did an excellent job. If I didn't have to check the bottles I'd have bought one of everything. Highly recommended.

Came here for the barrel experience tasting and tour. Our tour guide Rene was amazing and…read moreinformative! The distillery was very clean and nice.

I learned so much on this tour--especially about the different brands. I had no idea that several…read morebrands I've tried before are actually connected to Sazerac Company, which was a really interesting surprise. One of the highlights for me was a modern twist on the classic Sazerac--an elderberry and amaro version that was complex, unique, and unexpected. I also tried a coffee-inspired Sazerac that was incredibly smooth, with rich espresso notes that balanced perfectly with the bold flavors of the original. It was so good it honestly made me forget about Patrón XO Cafe. Each floor includes a tasting sample along with a recipe card, which was such a nice touch and makes it easy to recreate the drinks at home. The space is very well set up, with elevators and bathrooms on every floor, and you can even see parts of the distillery during the experience. Overall, it's an engaging, well-organized tour that's both informative and fun. Definitely worth it if you're interested in cocktails or want to learn more about spirits.

We came here on a whim because it was raining heavily and outdoor plans were limited. Since it was…read morewithin walking distance, we decided to check it out and I'm so glad we did. In hindsight, this absolutely deserved a spot on our itinerary. It's a unique combination of a liquor shop, museum, and immersive experience, where they walk you through the history of some of the iconic drinks that originated in New Orleans. The entire experience from the visuals to the storytelling to the tastings comes together beautifully. I was genuinely amazed that something this well done is offered for free. After the tour, we wanted to pick up a few bottles, but unfortunately they were out of what we were looking for. We even came back the next day, but it was still out of stock, which was a bit of a letdown. The staff was incredibly friendly and took the time to answer all our questions. Overall, this is a must-do experience if you're in the area.

We decided to do the hour tour of the distillery. It was $15 for the tour, a flight of 4 different…read morerums, and a drink of your choice. The drinks were $12 so the tour was at an amazing price point. Our host CJ was incredibly funny and personable and walked us through the history of the founding of the distillery and how their rum was made. We got to dip our fingers in their bacteria batches for a taste and sample the bananas they put into their banana foster rum. We got the Vietnamese frozen coffee, hibiscus hurricane, and rum punch. They were all super tasty, my favorites were the coffee and rum punch. Highly recommend stopping by for great drinks and the tour if you have time. The atmosphere is also super chill, they have games, and comfortable seating.

This place was across from our Airbnb and so we had to check it out. The place is small but so…read moreinviting. The bartender was super friendly and helpful. They have cocktails, frozen drinks and open air distilled rums. We had a rum flight and my husband had the rum lemonade and i had the hurricane. Of the flight, the banana and kings cake were so delicious because of their uniqueness. It's a place that looks like we could be a regular. They have a happy hour and limited hours but when they're open, there is almost always people enjoying their rum drinks. If you're in the area or even if you're not, it's definitely a fun place to check out!

Booked and prepaid for a tour for three people. Arrived on the scheduled day and time to find the…read morebusiness completely closed, with the phone disconnected and no communication whatsoever. This is incredibly unprofessional and unacceptable. Awful business practices...proceed with caution.

We paid for a tour and reserved our spot, paid $30 for ride share to arrive to a closed business…read moredue to illness. No courtesy notice or anything but they had enough energy to print a sign? Unacceptable and the refund is not enough for our wasted time or transportation, Oh yeah ! We still need to pay to get back to our hotel,

We had a great time visiting and learning so much about the distilling process!! Truly a one-on-one…read moreintimate experience! #Roulaison received top honors at the American Distilling Institute's Annual Judging of Craft Spirits, the largest and most respected evaluation of craft spirits in the country. Their Traditional Pot Distilled #Rum was awarded "Best of Class" among all rum entries, the highest honor any spirit can receive at the judging, as well as "Best of Category" among unaged rums, earning a gold medal in the same category. #whereistinanow #nola2025 #noladistillery

Very informative tour and the rum is amazing. I didn't check my bag so I purchased little bottles…read more Loved the overproof rum and want to try it with rum punch.

Tasting was good. We got 6 servings and kept our glass. The distillery tour was kind of rushed. My…read morehusband enjoyed the whiskey.

What an incredible experience to meet a fellow South African, Adrie De Waal…read more She happens to be the distiller at the New Orleans Distillery. My friends and I went here for my birthday and had a fun tasting & tour. Adrie shared so much knowledge of her passion in making high quality alcohol and you can taste it in every drop. I highly recommend braking away from the over crowded French Quarter madness and have an intimate experience on a private tasting tour. Thank you New Orleans Distillery for the wonderful educational experience.