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    Corey G.

    "Bond, Cowee Bond at your service." Yes, in another life, I'd be suave, sexy, smart, and have a kickin' foreign accent, but I'm dealt the cards I was dealt. I can pretend though, and Black Heron helps out. I've never tried making a Vesper (a famous Ian Fleming/Bond concoction), and was feeling adventurous. So, on a Friday after work, I took a small side trip to the far side of West Richland and went to Black Heron Spirits. It was just before 5, so I made a call while barreling down the street in my Aston Martin (actually, it was a Mini in need of a car wash). The person on the other end of the phone said they'll be open. It was on. So this small production distillery and tasting room is new (it's only been open since last fall-ish). It's a nice building and is situated in the sage away from all things West Richland-ish (a good thing). The Tasting Room is new, clean, and interesting. There are various things for sale: various gifts, cocktail-making equipment, & a nice selection of Walter PPK's if your'e in a fix. (THE LATTER IS A BOND JOKE!) I was greeted by a nice gentleman, and I talked to him about how I heard of their establishment and how I'm a novice when it comes to their offerings (when I was there they had gin, corn whiskey, huckleberry cordial, and brandy). So, we had an impromptu tasting. Have you ever had good ole fashion moonshine?? Well, that's what you're in for when you try out their corn whiskey (aka Desert Lightning). This caused my eye to twitch and my right leg to straighten out embarassingly....but I played it off---I'm Cowee Bond damnit! Next up was the chilled gin (aka Rayn Anjel---don't ask me about the spelling). This was nice. Nice and strong. The huckleberry cordial was next, and you know how I like to be your huckleberry. This was tasty and tempting. Finally was the brandy (aka Black Heron). It was nice and a first for me. After all was said and done, I went with the gin: I had to stay on mission---there was a Vesper to create. Such a cool place. I've never been to this type of distillery. I've been to several whisky distilleries in the Spey region of Scotland (yeah, I'm name dropping, fuggedaboutit!) and they were fun experience. I'm glad we have something wholly local and cool in the area for whenever we're in one of "those" moods. So they have other creations here, and I must admit really looking forward to one of their upcoming options: Brushfire pepper vodka. Oooo, that sounds spicy! Ok, this is my gin story. [Cue a handsome Cowee Bond and cool "gun barrel effect" with 007 musical accompaniment] :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: P.S. Jens, this was for you. P.P.S. And seriously, I was totally joking about the Walter PPKs!! They don't sell guns here! :) P.P.P.S. I did end up making some Vespers, by the way. MAN! Those are some potent & complex drinks. But I'm a well known lightweight. Please don't tell M, or she'll throw away my Double-O application.

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    Fun experience, purchased a couple bottles. Owner was kind and answered our questions. Small distillery, no seating.

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    Swede Hill Distilling

    Swede Hill Distilling

    5.0(3 reviews)
    63.9 mi

    This place is an incredible spot that embodies the American Dream! The folks here are a lovely…read morecouple that started a distillery, quite literally in their garage. They began with moonshine - apple pie and cherry pie varieties - and have expanded to an award winning whiskey! The apple pie moonshine is a consistent favorite drink and is classified squarely in the "dangerous" category as it goes down way to easily! The cherry pie is solid as well, but not nearly as sweet. The whiskey is excellent as well and goes great in a libation. During the COVID crisis, they flexed their creative muscles and started distilling alcohol for hand sanitizer- sources most of what they needed from folks in the area. It was quite a nice display! They sell in plenty of local stores as well as from their garage. They've also got some swag for sale and the shirts look good! They're a great bunch, making a great product! You should check them out!

    My friend and I were headed back to Seattle from walla walla and always stop in Yakima for some Los…read moreHernandez Tamales. We usually find a wine tasting room to check out but had more than enough in walla walla and decided to see if there were any distilleries to check out. Using yelp we found a few but Swede Hill stuck out to me. With only two reviews and both at 5 stars, I was excited to try something new. Pam and Kevin are so nice and welcoming! They have such a cute set up and welcoming committee in their puppy, Susie. Kevin starting distilling as a hobby and has turned it into a line or spirits worth trying. Moonshine (apple and cherry pie), raspberry vodka and a whiskey too! All super good and easy to drink and especially dangerous. Both are very knowledgeable and will entertain your questions about the distilling process. I feel like this is a stop I must make whenever stopping in Yakima! Definitely call ahead to make a reservation since it is such a small operation.

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