This place is amazeballs! Bartender Kaitlyn is exceptional and your guide Emily is awesome! Come here for craft cocktails, and you're never going to be disappointed. Arrived on an empty stomach? I can vouch that the grilled cheese on sourdough hits the spot! But seriously, those cocktails are fabulous and Kaitlyn is the bomb! This is an underrated bar with spectacular friendly vibe. read more

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Great cocktails made with small batch spirits. Bartenders carefully craft every drink. I can't believe we are just discovering this hidden island gem. We had the Salty Dog (super refreshing) and the Solera Old Fashioned (smooth and delicious). Highly recommend stopping in for a cocktail. read more

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My mom and I on our my celebratory journey decided to stop at Hilton head distillery. It is open until 8 PM this evening. They have cocktails, tiki, cocktails, nonalcoholic, and snacks, partnership cocktails, as well as all their rums and you can also do a flight or purchase a bottle. A flight is built your own for spirits for $18 that is a steal!!! we originally came to the location because across the way they have the Hilton head Island winery, which isn't our favorite so now we stopped at the distillery. read more

We were visiting Hilton Head for the first time and a Google search of things to do in the area suggested checking out a tour at the distillery. We were greeted by the distillery cat, Hogo, so cute! Once inside the vibe is reminiscent of an upscale beach bar and the staff was warm and friendly. The tour was interesting and we enjoyed learning about the history and process of distilling rum. After the tour we had a drink at the bar. IF YOU ONLY ONE DRINK, TRY THE KEY LIME PIE. It's off the beaten path but I definitely recommend checking it out! read more

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Employees were very nice, and the place was well decorated and pleasant, this however was the only good things good about the place. All of the spirits there were pretty much undrinkable, the exception being the bourbon, and even then it was only okay. Don't waste your time here, and go to a restaurant bar for a drink. read more

This place is a must if on the island! The staff was all super friendly & knowledgeable. The drinks... absolutely delicious and some of the best I have had this year!! I am still dreaming of their clausmopolitan (holiday drink.) I told my husband that this would not be our last visit and I cannot wait until we go again soon! The drinks are also very reasonably priced! All the tastings we tried of the rum were incredibly smooth as well! read more

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Drinks -- crushable. Ambiance -- laid back. Service -- super friendly staff and a distillery cat. Win-win. We went here twice during our week long vacation and left with six bottles (well, we shipped them home). Seriously so good and we'll definitely go back. Pro tip: Get the banana foster rum read more

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If you are thinking of going, do it! We did the tour which includes an informative tasting and then we stuck around for cocktails. I've been to a few distilleries that also serve cocktails and this place is my favorite. Everyone is very welcoming and the drinks are well crafted with classic cocktails and creative original concoctions that I loved. It's five stars from me. read more

Let's start with the positives here, their spirits are made with love and care. They are not mass produced, and are very tasty. I especially enjoyed the Atlantic bourbon, and the ghost pirate gold rum. Also found the bananas, foster rum to be unique and flavor and very smooth. I personally did not care for the toast and a coconut rum, nor did my wife. Speaking of my wife, she enjoyed her flight, especially the island, rum cream. Now I realize I'm not everybody's going to like every flavor, so to this point, I would give Hilton head distillery a five star rating. What was a little bit surprising, is that they have no kitchen with any food, food or charcuterie board type of accompaniment to the samplings. This also means, that there were no mixed drink options, so we had to basically do our sampling and head out. The establishment itself is quite nice in that you can pick up a backgammon game and spend some time just chatting and playing while sampling. The spirits made in house. Overall, a good experience, I give it a four star, would probably give it a 4 1/2 star if that was an option. read more

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Fun distillery on the island. Various flavors of rum... a bourbon, and a malted whiskey as well. Fun to try these distillations. Amy was fun to talk with. Parking on site. Island fun in a bottle. read more

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Awesome place to check out. We did the tour and tasting and our tour guide Doug did a wonderful job, very knowledgeable. Their rum and all samples were very smooth. This distillery is worth the stop read more

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What a fun and informative tour! And not to mention the yummy tastings. You get greeted with a welcome cocktail, which I must say was quite strong lol, but very good. Then you walk with the guide to the back building to do the tour and learn abt the process and then do a tasting of multiple drinks. It was a great experience, highly recommend. read more

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HHD is outstanding! Laid back, calm, nice atmosphere, good service. Allowed my pup inside. Very nice place!

I went on Wednesday July 23. And it was awesome. I decided to do this on a whim, so I didn't make any type of reservation. I went in around 1 and asked the lady at the desk if they had any availablility for me to join a tour. She told me yes, they had 1 more spot on their 1:30 tour if I didn't mind waiting around for about 30 minutes. I said perfect and used that time to browse their mechandise and rum bottles. The tour was $35 and included 6 rum tastings, and a discount at the end on merchandise. The tour is roughly an hour long. They are mainly a rum distillery, but they do small batch vodka, gin and whiskey. Emily was my tour guide, and she was amazing. You can tell she is very passionate about rum and her job. I love how animated she was, and they she made the tour interesting. She is also the one who guided us through the tasting. An overall great experience, I would highly recommend everyone doing the tour at least once. read more

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Wonderful tour! Our guide Doug was awesome, we learned a lot and got to taste some great rum and gin and bourbon. And we got to bring home several excellent bottles of rum. Thank you! read more

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Being in the beverage industry, I have to say I was quite disappointed in this experience. The pours, while tasty, were VERY small. The server was vaping throughout our tasting behind the bar and our cocktail was served in a chipped glass--low class!!! read more

We had a fantastic time at Hilton Head Distillery! My husband tried the smoked Old Fashioned, which was incredibly smooth and flavorful, along with a flight of their delicious rums. I had two mocktails, both absolutely delicious--proving you don't need alcohol to enjoy a great drink here! I had no idea rum could taste this good, but Hilton Head Distillery completely changed my mind. Our favorites were the E.S.D and the Island Cream--both outstanding. Beyond the drinks, the staff was so nice and hospitable, making the whole experience even better. Whether you're a rum enthusiast or just looking for a fun, relaxed place to enjoy great drinks, this spot is a must-visit. We'll definitely be back! read more

We had a party of 3. We all ordered flights. All shots were of different sizes. Some were VERY scant in pour size. I very much enjoyed the Espresso Roast and purchased a bottle to take home with me. I had a relative staying on the island a couple weeks after our visit (Oct 25). I asked for them to bring me 2 bottles home-1 for a gift. What they brought me was NOWHERE close to what I bought. It is just NASTY! And I gave 1 as gift! How embarrassing!! Dont recommend buying from them- Service was not all that good either sorry to say-- read more

Stopped by Hilton Head Distillery on a recent trip to Hilton Head. We were hoping to try some spirits and cocktails and hang out for a bit. They were featuring their Winter Cocktail menu, which included a New Fashioned (akin to an Old fashioned but with the addition of amaretto, if you're unfamiliar). It was great! We hung out a bit but the atmosphere lends itself to be more of a taste and go than a spot to linger over delicious cocktails (bright overhead lights etc). We didn't participate but they do have distillery tours. They also, of course, have plenty of bottles for sale. Their specialty seems to be rum but they did have other spirit options as well. Overall, a nice spot to stop but wouldn't necessarily plan to spend a lot of time here. read more

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Stopped here to do the tour and had a great time learning about rum making! The drinks at the bar are fantastic and I could have stayed several more hours to try them all. When you do the tour you get a discount so we definitely stocked up to take their products home! Will definitely be back for more next time we are in town. read more

Went there for sample testing. Bartender was very nice. The atmosphere was very laid back!! We will definitely visit again, next time we are in Hilto Head . read more

Stopped in after we visited the brewery. For anyone who loves rum this would be a super fun stop. They sell tons of different rum and merch. The bar is obviously the nearest part. Both servers were very nice. They have a handful of signature drinks to choose from or a flight if you like it straight! read more

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We decided to come at the last minute as we had a couple of hours before our flight. Doug gave us a great tour. He is very knowledgeable about the distillery process and about the different bottles they sell. We tried a couple of cocktails before we hit the road. Key lime pie was delicious. They sell a lot of tasty rum to try and to buy. read more

If you ever in Hilton Head and looking for an amazing cocktail and liquor tasting it is a requirement to stop at Hilton Head Distillery. My wife and I came here two days in a row because of the service, ambiance and tasty drink menu. Amanda, Derek and Brandon are friendly, inviting and present an experience that is unparalleled to other distilleries and tasting rooms we have visited. I highly recommend doing the 3 tastings plus a cocktail, my favorite was the blood orange gin and the mai tai cocktail which is extremely boozey. It is a small establishment but both days we went there was plenty of room, come thirsty and if you are hungry they have small plates that pair well with the alcohol. And an extra perk they ship their booze to the west coast! Woohoo! Cheers! read more

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I love visiting wineries and distilleries everywhere I go. There's just something magical about trying a place's local liquors. It's almost like discovering a new layer of the destination's identity. The handcrafted cocktails at Hilton Head Distillery were just phenomenal, and strong! Emphasis on strong. I'm a big guy and after two of them I definitely was feeling a bit... loose. At this distillery, they make different spirits. We tried the vodka and gin and both were really good. I also have to note that the service was incredible! The woman working that day, whose name I unfortunately didn't get, just made us feel so welcomed. We had the best conversation. I can't wait to return during our next trip to HHI. read more

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This place was wonderful! It is across the street from the winery, so you can make an afternoon out of it. However, be prepared because these drinks are strong! I am not a rum or whiskey person, but I decided to try the 6 neat samples anyway since they had many interesting sounding flavors. I really enjoyed the peach whiskey, the toasted cookie rum, and the Santa's secret. Any of the Platinum rums that I tried were too much for me - but to each their own lol After the tasting I got the ginger snap cocktail and WOW delicious! The shop is super cute, so many great little items for gifts, plus you can buy some of their alcohol. They offer tours and other things, so next time we may do that since we didn't know until it was too late. We will definitely return! read more

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What a fun, interesting, informative tour and tasting. Go see Stew as he knows his history and knowledge of spirits. You have to try the island cream as it is so amazing. read more

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As the only distillery on Hilton Head, this was on the list to check out, but it was overpriced and we were underwhelmed by the taste of the spirits. There was one that really stuck out to us. One thing we appreciate about distilleries is being able to learn a lot about the spirits while sitting at the bar and that was not the case here. Glad we checked it out, but don't need to come back. read more

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The WORST customer service. Very rude to us when we went to try to book a mixology class.

If you like trying out different liquors in a relaxed atmosphere this is the place for you! Our servers were knowledgeable and engaging offering hints and suggestions. The liquors are varied and very interesting, the food options simple and tasty. Be prepared to stay and play some cards or chat for a while if you go with the 6 "shot" offering. read more

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Amazing! From the moment we walked in, we were promptly greeted and sat at the bar area. Our bartender, Matt, was amazing! He made us a bunch of little cocktails that tasted like Girl Scout cookies! It was amazing! We did the tasting and there are many different rums to choose from. I tried the coconut, honeysuckle, peach, butterscotch, espresso and one more that I can't remember. The tastings were served on this adorable paddle, and in the order that you check off on your paper. It was such a delightful experience, we did not want to leave. It was so much fun talking to Matt and the other lady that was there, I forgot her name, but she is so sweet! The distillery itself is very nicely decorated, restrooms are clean, and you can tell that they take care of their facility. We ended up buying a couple of bottles when we got ready to leave because it was so good. Matt was very helpful in making different suggestions of how we could use them at home. read more

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Had such a good time at the distillery today as a break from the beach! You taste 6 spirits for $10. My favorites were the gin and banana fosters rum. Also enjoyed the spiced rum, coconut rum and apple whiskey. In terms of COVID, this is probably one of the places I've felt mostly comfortable on the whole island in terms of safety measures (aside from social distancing on the beach). They give you hand sanitizer when you walk in. The tables are very far apart and everyone is wearing masks. Definitely worth a visit! read more

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The rum is wonderful!! The Mexican chocolate cake is my favorite!! The rum tasting is presented with great knowledge and so much fun!!! So many to choose from and they are tasty!!! The gift shop is located inside as well. We really enjoyed and we will be back. read more

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Charcuterie board was perfect. Tasting flight was fun. LOVE the Mexican Chocolate Cake Rum Cream. Yummy like chocolate milk!!!! Best part was the mascot cat. He's super friendly....greeting us in the parking lot and then liked us so much he joined our party! Something fun to do on a dreary day!!! read more

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My husband and I visited Hilton Head Distillery they offer a delightful experience for spirit enthusiasts and curious visitors alike. Nestled in the heart of Hilton Head Island, the distillery boasts a charming ambiance and a diverse selection of handcrafted spirits. From their smooth vodka to their flavorful rum and whiskey, each product reflects the distillery's commitment to quality and innovation. The knowledgeable and friendly staff are eager to share their passion for the craft, offering engaging tours and tastings. Whether you're a connoisseur or simply seeking a unique outing, a visit to Hilton Head Distillery promises an enjoyable. Must try Vanilla Rum, Island Rum Cream, Expresso Roast. read more

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Was on the island for my 30th birthday and stopped at this place. It's tucked away, like most places on the island, near some other wineries so you could definitely go visit other places after. The staff was very friendly and even allowed us to taste right at the front since we couldn't go back with a baby. Everything was neatly shelved and the display was so cute we got a pic in front of it. I tasted a few of their items and the tender was very knowledgeable. I ended up buying the Mexican Chocolate Cake and a bottle of mixer. Overall great experience and would go back next time adults only so I can get the full tasting experience! read more

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Stopped in her and what a cool place. Staff was super friendly and helpful w the selections. The rums are really good especially the toasted coconut rum. We did not do the tour but would like to at some point when we come back. read more

We have been vacationing in HH for years and were excited to finally visit the distillery on a rainy day. It's off the beaten path, small with dark ambiance. My husband and built our careers in the hospitality/F&B industry so we are not novices. We were delightfully surprised with the rum! Some of them a bit sweet but overall, most were smooth and complex. What threw us off was the person behind the bar. He wasn't very personable and seemed a little annoyed having to work. After about 10 minutes, he began talking politics. About how awful the last administration, was, blah, blah, blah. We tried to quickly shut it down, but it continued. It's not a conversation we wanted to have on vacation, sipping rum. Some other workers, including an older gentleman overheard and did nothing to stop it. It was clear to him that we were both annoyed, that we didn't agree and it only stopped after my husband walked out. Unfortunately, we saw him working at a brewery we went to the next day and turned around. As a business owner myself, I think it's important to keep politics away from your customers, especially at a bar and in the current climate. We will not return nor send any of our friends because of this experience regardless of political affiliation. But if you see their rum in the store, I do recommend giving it a try! read more

The tour was so informative and afterwards we were treated to all the other offerings that they make. A fun and intimate afternoon with strangers that I want to be friends with. read more

Stopped in on Saturday afternoon and it was pleasantly busy. The three bartenders were all super friendly and took time explaining the menus and process. We did not do a tour, instead opting for the tasting of 3 spirits plus a cocktail. Everything was delicious including the charcuterie cone which was perfect for two to share as a snack ! Loved everything about this place from atmosphere to seating to service. They all made suggestions and were knowledgeable about all the spirits and even recipes. Fantastic place! read more

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