Glassnote Candle Bar was such a fun and unique girls night out/date night experience. You have to make a reservation, which allows for a personalized, non-rushed experience. When you arrive, you are greeted by a cocktail menu with many great options that make it hard to choose. They also had a build your own old fashioned menu which we obviously had to try and ended up being a highlight. For the candle making itself, you start by going to a wall full of different scents. The staff tell you the proper way to smell it and what you should be looking for in a candle. I honestly learned so much. Once we picked our scents, our server then walked us through the candle making process. She was very attentive and explained everything, making it really easy to follow. After the candles were made, we had to wait about 30 minutes to let them settle, which gave us time to chat and try another cocktail. In total it took about 2 hours. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was due to cost. It was pretty pricey to make a single candle, which you are paying for the experience as well. However, something to keep in mind when planning your next date night. Overall, we had a fun time making the candles (and cocktails) and I will be recommending Glassnote to my friends for a unique night out. read more

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I have a great time every time I come I come to Glassnote. Though it's pricier than other candle making experiences in the state I've tried, the personalized experience I have here stands out compared to the rest of candle making businesses I've tried. The addition of the bar and the concept of personalized design of old fashioned gives an experience I've never had! read more

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This review is for anyone looking to do a #solo date night! I was a bit nervous that I might have to share a table or feel awkward coming alone on a Friday night -- but it turned out to be such a comfortable and relaxing experience. Exactly what I needed as a toddler mom wanting a quiet break before a solo parenting weekend. Friday night in Walker's Point has such a vibe -- the whole neighborhood was buzzing! I buzzed the door, walked up to the second floor, and as soon as I opened the door, the cozy and intimate space immediately put me at ease. I had a table just for myself! The process is super smooth and not at all overwhelming. You get to do your own thing, but the staff are attentive -- they check on your drink, walk you through the candle-making process step by step, and then guide you to the scent bar. Even though I was surrounded by couples and friend groups, it never felt awkward. My drink, New Moon, was delicious! It comes served in a little box, and you get to open it to reveal the drink -- such a fun surprise. My candle turned out amazing, and I can't wait to burn it. The whole experience took about 1 hour and 15 minutes, including around 25 minutes for the candle to fast chill -- just the right pace for a relaxing solo night. There's only street parking, but there are quite a few spots nearby. I parked a little farther away since it was a busy Friday night. read more

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Had the BEST time here. What a fun experience! We did a girls night and I looked forward to it for literally months. I will definitely come back with my husband for a date night and would definitely recommend for a date night! They have mood lighting, great vibes, absolutely stunning decor in a historical looking building. You come in and have to be let in by staff via the intercom and walk upstairs, where you are greeted by Chimi (short for chimichanga!!!) the sweetest pup, in addition to the friendly staff that will be guiding you through the candle making process. The candle making process is a little overwhelming with all the options but the staff broke it down so well for us and were super helpful. I loved that she was there often enough to offer necessary support and guidance, but not so much that it felt like an imposition or distraction from the quality time you are enjoying with loved ones you are sharing this experience with. The drink menu is extensive and impressive. I don't remember what I had but I do remember that we all loved what we ordered. The cocktails were beautiful, and delicious! I was in love with the space. I want to just come and sit here and have a cocktail one day and sit in their little semi private area tucked away near the bathrooms; I feel like this would be a perfect hidden gem spot to surprise a date for a fancy drink. The experience is a little pricey, but I definitely say it is worth it. You can tell they don't skimp on the details- from not having the place jam packed, so you can feel calm and relaxed, but there are still enough people there for a vibe; to the boxes and glass that the candle is made in- you can see every detail is thought of and it just sparks joy. Overall I think we were there about 2 hours and that felt perfect: not rushed, but also by then we felt satisfied and ready to go on our way with our goodies in hand! Highly recommend and will definitely be back. read more

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This place is so hipster cool, to enter the bar you buzz in the 2nd floor from the main building entrance and they ask you if you have a reservation, sitting at the bar, or stopping by to shop. Once you're buzzed in, hop you way up to the second floor through wide antique metallic industrial doors within cream city brick walls and then another similar door to the bar. Definitely speakeasy as they describe it! I stopped in quickly to grab some gifts, so I will definitely want to come back to experience the candle making and drinks! Staff was helpful, she directed me to the section where they had the gifts on display, which had a decent amount of fragrances to choose from. I went with the Spruce + Cedar and Lake Park Breeze. Checking out at the bar was a breeze! I think the experience of candle making and ambience at the bar is worth the price. The candle price for just stopping in is also worth it, but it would be worth more if you stayed and made the candle while socializing. read more

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I don't remember how I found out about this place, but I'm so glad I did. My husband and I are both very much candle people and light candles almost every evening, so I surprised him with a date night here. The reservations fill up kind of fast, so I made a reservation several weeks in advance and there were plenty of spots available for a Saturday evening. When you get to the building, you buzz the 2nd floor and then they will let you in. Once you're there, a chandler (medieval term for candlemaker) meets you at the door and takes you to your table. It's a very cozy space - the lights are dim, there are candles, the music is audible but soft, and in the back nook there are comfy couches and a very pretty view of the Hoan bridge. When seated at the table, the first thing they have you do is order drinks. I saw on Yelp that the first drink was included in the price of the booking, which is not true anymore. My husband got the Juno Avenue and I got Moto Mami. The Juno was strong but tasty and my gin drink was very tasty! If you're a gin person, you won't be disappointed. They also have a make your own old fashioned bar. As the drinks are being made, you're guided to the fragrance wall where you can smell all the different candles to decide on the scents for your candle. Once you've chosen them, the chandler guides you to making your own candles at a very appropriate pace. The activity is very relaxed and does not feel rushed at all! While you're waiting for your candle to set, they invite you to explore their space and they have a conversation starter game which we really enjoyed. We spent a total of about 2 hours here. The only cons I have is that ultimately it ended up being pricier than I imagined - there is a 20% automatic gratuity added onto the bill. I also wish they had some snacks available as we were getting a little hungry, but they do allow you to bring in your own light snacks for your reservation. Apart from this though, we had a lovely time! read more

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Glassnote is a hidden gem in Walker's Point! If you're a candle person, you need to add this spot to your bucket list, whether it's for date night or girls' night. I had to make a reservation for two on a Thursday evening a few weeks in advance. It's not a place that you can make same-day or even same-week reservations at, so make sure you're planning ahead. The space is very cozy and warm, with a nice date night ambiance. When you get started with making your candle (you can book a reservation for making one or two candles per person), you get to choose 3-5 scents to add to your candle, ranging from warm to citrusy to floral, just to scratch the surface. The process overall is very easy, and the candlemaker gave us her professional opinions on which scents paired well together and which ones didn't, which was super helpful when we were trying to narrow down our favorites. Plan to be there for 2-ish hours. Their cocktail menu is quite creative as well. We enjoyed an early evening drink alongside our candlemaking, and then went to a late dinner afterwards. Since we were celebrating a birthday, our candlemaker even gifted us a birthday shot on the house, which was a nice bonus as well. Pro tip: Come with a few clever ideas for a candle name--otherwise you may be thinking on it for a while! read more

Absolutely loved this place! The drinks were beautiful and delicious, the atmosphere was such a vibe and our server (Becks!) was so informative and so kind. This was such a fun and unique experience! Would definitely recommend for anniversaries or special occasions read more

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What a gem of a business! Reserved a table for a girls night, we had a blast! From the delicious craft cocktails to the staff and amazing service, we had a wonderful time! I fell in love with the shop dog, Humphrey A MUST for date night, girls night, or anything in between! Guaranteed good time! read more

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I've been here twice now, and I can't recommend it enough! It is very intimate, and is perfect for a date night, girl friend hangout etc. The cocktails are amazing, and both candles I've made here turned out SO good! I light them both all the time. I can't wait to come back again!! read more

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This place is a gem! It was a little hidden, and felt kind of like a speakeasy going into it. We went here on a date night to make candles that reminded us of eachother! They staff was so friendly and made the process so easy and it was so relaxing! We began our date ordering a bottle of wine and picking our scents. We were assisted in the candle making process and combining our different oils together and making sure we liked the scent. (Some are different than you expect when combined). Once are candles were taken away to cool, we played some games and did some shopping around the shop. After we got our candles back we trimmed them up and took them home! I would definitely go again, it was so fun and unique, romantic experience. You could totally do this with some friends or family too! read more

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This place is SO FUN! Went with my man for my birthday and we had such a great time! The candles are high quality and make my house smell amazing! The staff is super knowledgeable and helpful without being overbearing or interrupting. A great idea for a date or celebration for sure! read more

A shout out to my Yelp Friend, Leslie C, for turning me onto Milwaukee Candle Company. I saw Leslie's review of their Whiskey Old Fashioned Soy Candle and had to have it! Milwaukee Candle Company was started by Kevin Goudzwaard with a vision of creating candles built on the idea of scent-memory connection, since the sense of smell can trigger treasured memories and nostalgic thoughts. It is also the most powerful of the five senses. The company's website is well designed and easy to navigate. Candles are reasonably priced, ranging from $15 - $20, and shipping is only $5. You can shop by fragrance or collection. (The Whisky Old Fashion is in the Collaboration Collection.) They also sell Natural Incense and candle accessories. I ordered the Whiskey Old Fashioned candle and received it a few days later. It came with a nice note thanking me for my purchase along with a votive and some stickers. The candle smells amazing! I also love that it comes in a reusable Libby rocks glass that can be used for cocktails (or other beverages) after the candle is done. The glassware was inspired by the ones used in the Old Fashioned served at Great Northern Distilling (Plover, WI) and the soy candle is infused with essential oils featuring notes of orange, cherry, maple, bitters, and whiskey. (There is a link to Great Northern Distilling on the site with cocktail recipes.) I was impressed with the quality of the candle and the overall purchase experience. I would absolutely recommend these products. If you are in Milwaukee be sure to visit Glassnote Candle Bar where you can enjoy a cocktail and make your own candle. (glassnotecandlebar.com) If you are not local you can order a candle at: milwaukeecandle.com read more

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I have not been to the physical location but I ordered a candle online and it was shipped to me on the west coast. I have the "whiskey old fashioned" candle and this is the best smelling candle I've ever had! It smells amazing! And it's really fragrant, more fragrant than other candles I have, and I really appreciate that. The label looks really sleek on the candle too. It looks and smells fantastic. I originally bought this to give as a gift but as soon I smelled it, I changed my mind and kept it for myself. I would definitely order from here again. You can order here: https://milwaukeecandle.com/ read more

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**DATE NIGHT ALERT** Ok first things first. This place is amazing and I can't wait to physically come visit these amazing people. I absolutely love the concept. Despite covid and long distances, these guys don't let anything stop them. Why? Because they sell DIY candle kits that deliver straight to your home in a n y state. You might be a little skeptical, because if you're like me (that has never made candles before) you might start to panic a little bit and think you won't be up for the challenge. LET ME TELL YOU: this kit is F O O L proof! Super easy to follow along. Also, the kit comes perfectly packed in the cutest packaging with all the tools you need except for a thermometer and microwave (and stove of course lol). The cool thing is if you don't have a microwave you can melt the wax right in your stovetop. Just make sure you have a rag or hot mittens to hold the glass with. What I love most about this kit is it's very easy to follow and as I mentioned in the beginning it's PERFECT for a date night and so so FUN. The best thing is once you burn the candle down all the way you can reuse the glass with your favorite spirit. The mason jar the soy wax comes in is also reusable! Absolutely loved my whisky scented candle, such a fun night in and definitely can't wait to come visit in person and have the full experience! If you want something different or something to break up your routine with make sure to get yourself a DIY candle kit! read more

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Fell in love with everything about this place! From the decor, the smell, the service and the delicious drinks! From start to finish it was an awesome experience. We were looking for a COVID friendly double date and this was the perfect option. It is such a great eclectic space. The staff were really friendly and the drinks were all so unique. I had the Paloma which was really good! The smoked drink is delicious and also entertaining to watch be made. Their truly is an art to making a candle and picking the right scents and these guys know what's up! I would recommend Glassnote to anyone looking for a fun gathering with friends or a date! It's something different, unique and you get an awesome candle to take home. read more

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What a delightful experience! Relaxing ambiance, delicious cocktails, and a creative candle making process all make for a fabulous girls night out or date night. Our chandler, Lila, was really helpful while we chose our scents and built our custom candles. Highly recommend this unique activity for your next night out! read more

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Are you looking for a speakeasy that's also the perfect date night idea? Does mom need a fun gift / experience? Do the girls want to have a fun night with crafts and drinks? Do the boys need to have a chill night and come home smelling good with a gift for the wife that they made with their own hands?! Well then this is the place! By appointment only of course but we had a blast and the vibe is chill. Get waxy at the Glassnote candle bar. read more

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Wow! This place is a (truly) hidden gem! I went to Glassnote with a few friends and had a wonderful experience. 10/10 recommend for a girls night! It's a cute speakeasy vibe with low lighting and a cozy atmosphere. Making candles was a fun experience, and I appreciated being guided along the way. It felt like a low risk craft might - and I loved the glass that the candle comes in! While crafting, we enjoyed cocktails. Loved the concept of build your own old fashioned - so on theme! There are also games to play while you wait for your candle to set. Everyone at the spot was great. I already want to go back. read more

Went to Glassnote Candle Bar with two coworkers. We were greeted by two lovely candle baristas (not sure if that is an official title). They were able to take us through the step by step process of making a candle and offering their tips and tricks. The candle bar space is very cute and cozy! The drinks (alcoholic and nonalcoholic) were delicious. This was the perfect space to have a fun and activity and catch up with friends. You also get a very cute glass candle jar which doubles as a cocktail glass. We had a great time and will be back! read more

My boyfriend and I had SO much fun at Glassnote Candle Bar! The vibes are amazing and the candle making is a fun activity. You start off by getting seated at a table with directions in front of you. There is someone there to help you but you also get your space! You get to create your own scent and make the candle all on your own! There are also drinks available and little conversation starters. Would 100% recommend for a date night or activity with friends. read more

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We had a BLAST at Glassnote! A small group of us went for an alumni event and we all had an amazing time. The aesthetic is so fun, you almost feel like you're going into a speakeasy when you walk up the stairs. The drinks were amazing and the employees were very knowledgeable and patient with us (even when my wick started floating in the wax). This is a great place to go when you're looking to do something different than you normally do. I would 10/10 recommend this for a girls night. read more

Love love love this place for date night! From the ambience, drinks and cute pup, they make the candle making process such a joy read more

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Amazing date night. Cocktails are fabulous. Owner was amazing walking us through the process, giving us helpful tips, making the best drinks. Such a fun night read more

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My boyfriend and I came here for date night and had so much fun. The owners are super knowledgeable about candle making and helped us make the most out of the experience by sharing their insight. You get to pick all your own scents and make the entire candle on your own. They even have drinks to make the process that much more fun. While we waiting for our candles to set, they had multiple games to keep us busy too. Also, don't forget to say hi to Humphrey! He's the cutest little dog that acts as the "mascot" for Glassnote, he's too sweet. COVID Precautions: Reservations are limited at this time and all guests/employees are required to wear masks. read more

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Had a great holiday experience here with friends a while back. Overall it was a very fun afternoon while enjoying cocktails and creating our candles. Learning about how to layer the scents was interesting and it was fun to see the different the scents we all chose. I can't give it a full 5 stars because no matter what we do we can't get our candles to burn as well as they should. We have tried waiting for them to burn all the way across and they just don't for us. Love that we will have nice cocktail glasses to keep in the end. Nice bonus! read more

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An amazing and creative way to spend an evening! While a little expensive, the drinks, service, experience, and overall vibe is awesome. We couldn't stop thinking of people to recommend this to! read more

We first heard about the Glassnote Candle Bar from watching a news story on CBS58. My social group is always looking for fun and different things to do. So I called Kevin back in April to set up a private event which we recently had. He accommodated our group of 40. Roni, the general manager, Addy, the bartender and Jaiden the Chandler were all excellent and best of all, they gave us a true fan experience. The Chandlers (leaders) walked us through the candle making process step by step. There are over 100 different scents and probably thousands of different combinations that you could make. Each member of our group had their own unique candle and no two candles were alike. Of course the stocked bar was an added benefit and they have plenty of themed drinks as well. Our group is planning other events there and can't wait to return. I highly recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a fun and unique experience. Take some friends with you or plan an outing with your co-workers....make a candle and make some memories. read more

Such an intimate experience, fun date spot and they really help you understand the process! Everyone was happy and friendly , had an amazing time ! Definitely worth it read more

First timer with my hubby !!! Outstanding service ; Wonderful environment very clean relaxing the candles we made were amazing !!! Very impressed!!! We luv it !!! The staff were AMAZING !!! read more

Love the vibe here, it's a great date night spot. The staff is super friendly and helpful throughout the whole candle making process. They have a delightful drink menu that offers anything you're in the mood for. The fragrance wall offers a wide variety for you to mix and match scents to make your own custom candle. While you wait for your candle to harden they offer a fun conversation game with random questions to ask each other or your group! read more

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We loved our experience at Glassnote! Drew was a great chandler and explained everything thoroughly. We liked that we were able to make the whole candle unlike other experiences we have had. It was nice that it was catered to each group there. Overall we highly recommend this to people who love candles. Plus the drinks were delicious as well! read more

We had the best time with Kevin. He was so helpful in explaining the process and gives great advice and tips. Cool ambiance, great bar options. With 80 scents to combine you have lots of options to experimwnt with. We can't wait to go back again. read more

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What to say... beyond poor experience here. Made reservations three months in advance, got there and nothing was setup. Ordered drinks then waited a full hour before getting them. When we FINALLY got to make our candles, it took forever and we didn't even get take our candles home. After about a week we picked them up. I can honestly smell the match more than I can smell the candles. There's a really nice smell if you stick your candle directly to your nose. But don't expect to light it and have anyone show up and notice the fragrance. 1 out of 5, couldn't pay me to go back. Just go to target and buy a $10 candle then put on 3 hour movie and save yourself the headache/let down. read more

Very fun place! Kevin, the owner, was extremely nice and welcoming and all of the other workers are just as helpful. They do a great job of helping out but also letting you do your own work. There are plenty of scents to choose from and the place is very comfortable and quaint. Definitely recommend making the trip. read more

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Such a great time and atmosphere! This need to be your must go to in Milwaukee. Thanks Kevin and Drew for the amazing time

This was the highlight of my trip to Milwaukee! The staff was so helpful and friendly. The candles smell amazing! Would recommend read more

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Service was great and it was a really cool experience. All the drinks were tasty. Ventilation was a little poor though which made it tough to smell the scents and the smell was a little overwhelming initially. read more