What a wonderful nod to the historic significance of this building, combined with tasty food, and creative drinks. The signature cocktails were enjoyed by several members of my party. Surprisingly, the offerings for non-alcoholic beverages were also complex and tasty - a huge boon for the non-imbibers. The food was enjoyable, the Detroit pizza was an outstanding win on the menu. Service can be on the slow side, but usually because the servers are so busy and spread out. It is a very enjoyable venue and well worth a visit. read more

Journeyman Distillery is one of my favorite places to swing by whenever I visit Southwest Michigan. The ambiance is chill and fun, and the food delicious. The prices are also a very good value for what you get. This past visit, my husband and I got two flights (the whiskey and the specialty), the Detroit pizza, and the pretzel. I am not exaggerating when I say that pretzel was one of the best I've ever had. And the pizza was great! I'm a bourbon gal myself, and their Featherbone is top notch. I also love their Snaggletooth Coffee Liquor. For coffee lovers, it's easy to sip and tastes just like cold brew. Highly recommend! read more

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We came by here with our group of 18 as we wanted to come to a local distillery. We were out in Sawyer for our group festivities and I couldn't help but notice the Yelp reviews on this place & it did not disappoint. They were able to accomodate our group and most of us tried their delicious drinks. I even purchased one of their liquors to take home! We wanted to do the distillery tour, but the venue wasn't able to accomodate our group during the times that we want. Maybe next time as it looked interesting. Food was good, vibes were nice & staff was very attentive. read more

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The pizza is our favorite. Their homemade crust is crazy good. Beers made in their Valparaiso location are also very good. A must stop. read more

Journeyman Distillery - Any of the pizzas are amazing. - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Three Oaks, Michigan

DO NOT host your wedding at Journeyman Distillery, three oaks. I was involved with a wedding there on 6.20.25 and the air conditioning was broken in the grainery (and had been broken for several days) and neither management or the owners bothered to notify the bride and groom of the issue. On the hottest weekend of the summer. It was HOT AND HUMID AND MISERABLE. Unbearable for some guests. so they brought in a few fans and a few units that weren't even blowing cold air. But the fact that NO ONE bothered to contact the bride and groom and clearly communicate the issue and propose another option is not acceptable in the wedding industry. Different on site 'managers' had different stories and neither were probably the truth. The only positive was the excellent bar service attendants and catering staff that were working hard despite the sweltering conditions. read more

Really loved this place for the most part. The food was great. I ordered the cheeseburger and it was 10/10. The service was great, Rachel our server was really sweet and checked in the perfect amount of times. The bad part was the ambiance. Despite being such a big place, it was so hot and stuffy. I almost couldn't enjoy my food nor could my friends because we were so over heated. Our server had to wear a fan around her neck due to the heat. If you are going here, dress very light and expect to not be very comfortable during your meal. read more

Really cool and huge venue! So much merchandise and giftable and cabinetry food items to purchase. We had reservations for our group, the place is so big I can't imagine you have to wait but it was also packed and busy and lively. Also a wedding going on upstairs so some fun music playing. Only thing that would've made it better was I think our server was a little frazzled. She was friendly but didn't come back very frequently so I had to wait for the side order and getting more drinks. The food was super fast though! Kudos to them because it was one of the fastest and our group size was decent with 6 and again the place was packed. Everyone loved their food too. My wife got the pulled pork and I got the triple patty burger (guess my photo didn't save). Great flavor my burger was a little dry so I got some Chipotle Mayo to dip it in. The ketchup which my friends love also was a winner for me. Hard to describe but lighter taste with a jam type flavor. Overall a great visit and would love to come back when the putting green is open. read more

The ambiance is great and the service was excellent. The booze is average. The food was completely average. The French onion soup was so sweet. The homemade ketchup just tastes weird. I would go back for drinks but never again for food. read more

My favorite establishment of the western Michigan trip. Atmosphere was so cool and drink were fresh snd quite reasonable. Waitstaff / bar staff so accommodating. I will be back. read more

Journeyman Distillery - Excellent craft cocktails. - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Three Oaks, Michigan

As always. Great service. Great drinks. Great food. You really cant find anything better. Swing by during your vacation in New Buffalo! Try the flights. Try the burger. Try the cocktails. You wont regret it. read more

Do not, I repeat, do NOT book your wedding at the Journeyman Distillery. I'll start with the good: Beautiful venue upstairs, good enough wedding food (when they don't run out) Okay, now onto the very bad. This review is specifically directed at (alleged) owner, Johanna Welter, who could not spell hospitality if it was tattooed on her forearm like a geeked up line cook. Johanna was difficult to work with from the second we sat down at our tasting. She was condescending when she spoke, defensive of her errors, and impossible to get a hold of (a reoccurring theme to say the least). During our wedding day we had MANY hiccups on Johanna's end. Prior to the day starting we learned that she had double booked the bridal suite, which she then called the bride directly to try to obtain the room for the other party and THEN had our wedding planner call me after my wife said no. There were many errors made during our cocktail hour including but not limited to: not having the main bar open and the secondary room being 80+ degrees, as well as our beer being warm because they did not put it on ice soon enough. She made errors during dinner: IE, running out of food that guests had ordered as well as serving salads with peanuts to guests with deadly allergies even after we spent hours learning their software to fill out allergen charts. The service staff was clearing plates and tossing them around like it was a Greek wedding during the maid of honor speech, completely ruining the video of this great speech from my now sister-in-law. The errors continued throughout the entire night. Now the coup de grace, Johanna refused to return our $2,000 security deposit to us because she was clearly offended and upset that we sent her a PERSONAL email attempting to address all these issues. We told her specifically we did not want to write a public review (well, that changed), and did not want anything refunded, we simply wanted to point out the errors so the next wedding guests had a better experience. When we sent her this email she responded to us with an NDA contract and told us we would not receive our money until we signed it. She went as far as to fabricate altered contracts claiming that we did not pay our full wedding amount, which we had the receipts to disprove. She locked us out of TripleSeat, the program they use for all events, so we could not access any of our files or emails to her -- she will only respond to messages while planning through this program, likely for this exact reason that she has the power to block her clients from it if she finds suitable. Johanna does not practice good business ethics, she is essentially the Eric Gordon of wedding & event planning. Do NOT give her of Journeyman your money, give it to another venue who understands what the term HOSPITALITY means. Our whiskey barrel with all our guests signature is pretty tight though. read more

We came here recently to celebrate father's day and it was so much fun! The tour was ok, nothing too exciting, but the tasting part of the tour was worth it! We had 12 samples and got to learn the history behind each one. Although I am not a huge whiskey fan, I felt these were smooth and easy to drink. We then went to check out the mini golf course- kids golf for free and my nephew had a blast! It's not like your typical mini golf course with all the decorations, it looks just like a miniature, professional golf course. Lastly, we had dinner here which was amazing. They had a lot of gluten free options which I appreciated! I'll review this further under their actual yelp page but would definitely recommend staying for dinner. Overall, a great experience and fun day for all ages! read more

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I am so impressed and inspired by the no shortcuts spirit-making here: grain to spirit. I came here as a solo traveler -honestly, at first I was drawn in because of the gluten free and dairy free and vegan offerings of the restaurant. It was a good way to be social on a weekday while traveling. Great tour by Mandy, and a nice, super friendly and historic atmosphere. Still quite lively on a Tuesday afternoon in late August. I am glad I did not go at a more crowded time like a weekend. Not a whiskey/alcohol person?? Still encouraged. Just watch out for the 90 proof+ times 11 tasting.. you will be wayy more than tipsy at the end if you do not sip and spit. I was really surprised by what I liked at the tasting vs what I 'thought' I might like. Tour again was awesome and might be even better with an educational /take home handout on the actual distillation /fermentation process, especially for those pesky engineering or technical types ;). Whole place is perfused with l'eau de sweet grain. Staymaker restaurant review will be in a separate entry to come. read more

Journeyman Distillery - Tasting room with Mandy the Tour Guide and a special appearance by a maker of the beverages - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Three Oaks, Michigan

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Best Cherry old fashioned I've ever had. Like genuinely A+. Thankfully they had premade and I bought some to take home. (Also very crowded) read more

Love Journeyman's! Good service and cocktails. Attended a lovely wedding there a few years ago, too.

Jake is a fantastic server. Very informative about the history of the building and all the menu and drink options. Good people person and made our visit very enjoyable. read more

This review is for the tour and bar drink. We loved our visit to Journeymen! We had a 3p tour time for the distillery tour. We checked into the front desk area on the first floor and directed to the basement for the tour to begin! We learned all about how they distill their spirits and why they use certain barrels and how they impact the aging process. Okay, who are we kidding? I really tried to listen but um...you know...I was just waiting for the tastings. The tour includes 11 tastings and while the jigger is on the wee side, you'll be feeling nice and warm when it is all said and done! I was surprised that some of the options were drinkable on their own. After the tour we popped upstairs and got a drink at the bar. Well, let me be clear here, there are multiple bars, lots of open spaces, a fabulous patio. This place really is golden. I ordered the purple rain because this drink changed color. Let me repeat. The.drink.changed.color. That is just some good, fun magic. I'll definitely return next time I am visiting family in the area! read more

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Excellent smooth great location very interesting Browsed the gift shop to great joy I plan a return trip to see if they have summer blend with a baseball label read more

We stopped here for lunch and drinks while traveling in the area. It has a chill and welcoming atmosphere. Service was fast and we were seated quickly. I started with the fried Brussels sprouts which were delicious! Salty and a bit sweet with some crispy bits. I also had their sausage and pepperoni Detroit style pizza. It was so good, the pizza sauce was flavorful and the crust was amazing. They must bake it with cheese on the edges of the pizza to create the crispy cheese crusted edge. Our table did share a basket of fries which comes with their homemade ketchup. Unfortunately our first batch of fries was stale, but they were happy to replace it with a fresh basket which tasted much better. I was not a huge fan of the homemade ketchup, but I think that might just be personal preference. For drinks I had their cask strength whiskey flight which includes five 0.25 ounce pours. My favorite of the bunch was the "corsets, whips and whiskey", it had heavy notes of coffee, caramel and vanilla which I enjoyed. Overall an enjoyable experience and I would stop by again if I am traveling through the area. read more

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Worth the extra miles off the highway to grab a bit and drink. The club was absolutely awesome and really enjoyed the Detroit style pepperoni and sausage pizza. I wish we would've had more time to hit the putt putt course in the back. Next time for sure. Very cool space with regular restaurant and then separate tap room. read more

Journeyman Distillery - Old fashioned - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Three Oaks, Michigan

This place is amazing the food and the service is so nice not to mention the seeing all the different stills and cool equipment to make bourbon is so cool! read more

Excellent food!! Had the vegan sandwich which had amazing flavor. Excellent pairings and Amazing atmosphere.

Journeyman Distellery is an absolute gem. There aren't many places around that boast a top notch Whiskey program to pair with phenomenal hospitality and a truly delicious kitchen. The cocktails are varied and creative, the Whiskey flights are awesome and the best way to taste through the large offering of spirits that are hand made in house. The food is absolutely worth coming here for by itself. Big portions, big flavors, and there's something for everyone. Detroit Pizza? They got it. Smashburger? They got it. And nothing is average or run of the mill. The decor is unlike anything I've ever experienced. Two giant tower stills are the centerpiece, with plenty of tanks and wood that help remind you may be brushing elbows with the very people that create the golden liquid pouring freely throughout the establishment. Journeyman is a must stop for anyone who enjoys Whiskey, cocktails, good food, and good vibes. read more

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Had an EXCELLENT time at the Journeyman during a recent visit to Three Oaks. I would say it's a hidden gem, but I think the secret is out. We dined at the Staymaker restaurant and both the food and service were superb. They have a great cocktail list made with their spirits, which are also for sale in the shop. We bought a few whiskeys and liquors and trinkets to take home. The story of the building and its history are an added bonus. read more

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The good , the bad and the ugly, we had lunch on a Saturday afternoon . Whoever designed this space , it's amazing ! I loved it ! The service was very good and the manager even stopped by and would I go back absolutely yes but..... our water glasses were dirty , our utensils were dirty and the food had to be sent back to get warmed up . All of those things , I can get over , my expectations are not huge but what bothered me the most were the fruit flies !! They were everywhere ! I hope they can address this problem because I definitely will return . I would recommend one of the flight options, there were three to choose from and I choose the whiskey option , it is a wonderful way to try all of the beverages they sell which is a great marketing tool as I purchased 2 that were really tasty ! It was set up for a wedding when we visited and it was fab ! I would definitely recommend this place for a wedding and the prices were pretty responsible as well. Everyone we encountered working on this day was exceptionally nice and professional . read more

Journeyman Distillery - Whiskey flight - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Three Oaks, Michigan

This was our first stop on a long weekend getaway. It was a great experience. We did the tour (which I would recommend). The tour was thorough in learning about the history of the building/area, as well as the story behind some of the spirits. The tour included a tasting of 13 of the spirits. They weren't huge pours, but it was still a lot!! There wasn't any of the spirits that we tried that I didn't like... they were all very smooth. Only difficulty was that, after a few of the tastings, they all started to taste a bit the same. Probably would be a good idea to have some crackers or something to clear the palate a bit and also to do a small rinse of the glasses between some of the pours (since the same glass is used for all of the tastings). Nonetheless, we enjoyed our visit to the Journeyman Distillery. read more

Absolutely loved the three oaks location. This was my first time and its one of the most underrated places ever. If you get a chance to go do it!! if you like smoked things and not a overpowering smoked taste, their food is amazing read more

Great place to sit and relax. Our waitress Olivia was super friendly and accommodating. A great evening out!

We did the the tour and it was a lot f fun for 15 bucks. Very knowledgeable guide and a nice introduction to distillation. Able to taste at least a dozen spirits! Ryes are very tasty and the vodka was excellent. Recommend the flavored liquors as well. One fun fact for the non drinker or taking a break after the tasting, the bar has an excellent nitro cold brew coffee on TAP! Delicious. Restaurant looked very promising and was very busy as well! Highly recommended. Short drive from the coast and Twin Oaks has a great Main Street of shops, vintage modern, and places to eat! read more

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What a cool place. There is so much to see and experience here. The back has so much nice seating and not to mention the little 18 hole mini golf course. We did not see the rooms they offer but will check them out next time. We tried a tasting and also had an old fashioned and a malted bourbon shake. The shake was out of this world good, I highly suggest it. This is a great place to spend a few hours and have some fun. I highly suggest. read more

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Stopping for in dinner when I was in Town to the Iquanas & Sonny Landreth at the Acorn Music Club. Very good food, service and Whiskey!!! I'm not sure you can do better! read more

Overall an extremely underwhelming experience. We called ahead for a 7:30 reservation and weren't seated until about 7:45. I noticed my water glass had a pretty large crack in it and asked one of the staff for a new one and you'd think I was speaking another language. Throughout the meal our server seemed disinterested and any questions we asked were met with short answers and no elaboration. I had a coffee martini and my husband ordered a Mexican coke which was served warm with a glass of ice. I was excited to try the bbq beef Mac and cheese but was ultimately disappointed. The cheese sauce was so bland and the beef pretty dried out. We also ordered the meatloaf dinner which was ok and a grilled chicken sandwich, also just ok. It was pretty crowded as it was prime time on a Saturday night and I didn't realize how loud it was in the restaurant until we got outside. Unfortunately, I don't think we will be back. Oh I almost forgot the 1% "historical fee" we were charged with no explanation! Not sure if we missed a note on the menu... read more

Very cool setting inside an old factory, the story of the building is in the food menu. It is a bit confusing finding your way around if you've never been before and it gets very crowded. They have a putting green with a patio area, but it was closed/reserved for a private event so not 100% sure how that works (bring your own putter vs rent). We sat on a different outdoor patio to enjoy drinks while waiting for our table. Our lunch was delicious. The Bourbon Milkshake is amazing. You have to try the gin pickles!!! Don't let the gin deter you. read more

I'm leaving my review for the restaurant and tour experience below The Staymaker restaurant: If you are coming on a weekend day, I highly suggest coming shortly after they open so that you can avoid a long wait. We arrived shortly after the opened and had no wait, but the wait was starting to pick up around noon. The restaurant is not separated from the rest of the building and is within the building. I ordered the prime rib sandwich for lunch. This sandwich has shaved prime rib on a roll and is topped with caramelized onions, cheddar, horseradish mayo, and peppers. It was tasty and filling. The Distillery Tour: We bought tickets ahead of time online. The tour guide walked us around the distillery and told us the history of the founders/building. At the end we were brought to a room to sit down and try samples of their products. He gave us quite a few products to try. I believe it was 10 or 11 tastings. My favorite was the rye and least favorite was the rum. Overall Take: Coming to Journeyman is definitely worth it. Journeyman is actually within the downtown area, so there are also cute shops and restaurants you can check out while you are in town visiting. read more

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Dropped in for a distillery tour and went to the attached restaurant (Staymaker) before the tour. The restaurant and distillery are housed in an old factory with a lot of rustic character, high ceilings, and clean! Staff were very friendly, helpful and accommodating as we needed to finish our food before the scheduled tour. For this, our first time here, we only ordered a few shared plates. We got the fried Brussels sprouts, charred carrots, and bilberry black hearts gin pickles. The charred carrots came glazed with their own special OCG sauce, spiced pecans, and goat cheese. Perfectly crunchy and delicious! The real star of the show was the fried brussels sprouts with maple, bacon, and lemon. Oh my....they were perfectly roasted and tossed with some magical concoction of maple, bacon and lemon. If you come here for one thing, get these fried brussels sprouts! The gin pickles sounds wonderful on paper,yet turned out to be fairly ordinary. In our opinion, they could have used some onions and a little sweetness to make them a bit more unique. Bottom line - we're coming back for a full dinner next time! P.S. the distillery tour was great as well and included a very generous tasting. read more

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Our service with Kreg was quite exceptional. He was very polite and checked in with us often.

Friendly staff, great service, even better food. Always look forward to the food and drinks here after cutting down our Christmas tree at a nearby farm every Black Friday. Looking forward to doing the tour at some point. read more

Journeyman Distillery - Pulled Pork Sandwich - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Three Oaks, Michigan

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Customer service is ideal... thoughtful, attentive, and chill. There is so many fun things to do- your, samples, cornhole, golf, fire pits, the alcohol is their art. read more

Journeyman Distillery - Fun for everyone at Journeyman! - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Three Oaks, Michigan

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My family in from San Francisco ...thought they'd like a tour of Journeyman... Mandy greeted us and gave us the run down of what we were to expect in the next hour or so....she was a DYNAMO personality..she spoke loudly and clearly.. She answered all our questions..so knowledgeable about the companies history...never knew some of these facts The tastings were INCREDIBLE...so many different flavors going on..we'll definitely be taking our Chicago friends here..CHEERS to the continued success read more

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Food options ok. Service was ok. Prices are very high for the area, but they have the demand for it. Parking is plentiful on the side. Town is great. read more