Had a great time! Keith (the owner) is super nice and the spirits were delicious. The seating was…read morelaid out nicely and we found the atmosphere comfortable and relaxing.

Tried to visit this place several times, but their phone is a non working number to find out if…read morethey have food, TVs, or anything other than whiskey. Most of us drink bourbon and whiskey, but a few don't. Oh well. We give up. Our group of 12 will not attempt going again. Plenty of places elsewhere. ‍

We had the most fun at Soldier of the Sea than we've had at any other distillery and we've been to…read moremany! The building was an 1893 cotton warehouse still with the original roof so it may throw you off a bit. However, when you enter "The Hive", it's gorgeous and welcoming! We were there on a Friday night and were joined by the friendliest locals we've ever met! The bar was packed and we all had the opportunity to share stories and laughter until closing! The owners Mark & Jennifer are so open and inviting you can't help but settle in and feel comfortable! Cheyanne was our bartender and boy can she mix some fun and creative cocktails! From the New Fashioned to the Screaming Cicada, she has definitely mastered her craft! The whiskey and bourbon Mark is crafting is unique and delicious. With his wife's passion for everything bee's, the added honey influence is very pleasing to the palate! Whether passing through or a ways up the road, I highly recommend a visit to Soldier of the Sea, you won't be disappointed!

From the owner: Soldier of the Sea Distillery is a locally, veteran-owned business just outside of Athens, in the…read morecounty of Madison. The owners, Mark and Jennifer have made it their mission from the beginning to only buy from local and regional farmers. All other materials, such as bottles, etc. are 100% American-made. To date, they have named and dedicated two whiskies to the men and women who have served this country by sea and by land, Sea Duty and Sword and Saber. The third, for those who have served by air, will be released early next year. It has also been their goal to provide a space for folks to gather, meet their neighbors, and enjoy life. The Hive Pub, which is part of the distillery offers seasonal cocktails, mocktails, and an assortment of other beverages. The pub hosts a number of events from a monthly supper club that highlights the talents of local chefs, to music festivals and parties. Finally, their other passion lies in helping to provide habitat and food to those that help feed us, pollinators. Several of the whiskies use honey in the fermentation process which adds a floral essence to their whiskies. The pub is dog and family-friendly, and everyone is welcome.

Wonderful spot that feels authentic to the owners passion for creating the best bourbon and…read morecocktails possible. Doug and Jen greeted everyone and spent time making us feel at home. Don't skip this place if you're traveling through, just a few minutes will see you walking out with stories and a few bottles.

The Georgia Bourbon Snow Cream is to die for. Amazing flavor that feels like a perfect holiday,…read morewhether you're in Georgia or not. Quick and nice service to purchase.we stop by each time we go through Rabun.

So while leaving the area I just happened to pass this building so I stopped in because I can…read moreappreciate a good distillery. When you walk in it's huge and there's plenty of space on the inside and the outside. There are TVs here so you can actually watch a game while you're drinking. The staff was super cool and very very friendly so I appreciate that they do everything in house because it's a distillery but they have some very creative drinks. If you want to go and sit outside, that's a good spot to be in because there's plenty of space out there. They have a patio out there as well that is very easy to chill at. Overall I don't really have any complaints. The menu isn't huge but it's enough to get you over. If you're passing it, I would definitely say it'd be a good time to try.

This was my first time here and Lauren was our guide. She did a great job giving us a tour. We got…read moreto try moonshine in its rarest form straight from the barrel which was such a unique experience. Their craft cocktails were really tasty and they even had a food truck on the premises for those who wanted a little something extra to eat. I hope to come back and spend more time out here

Another day, another distillery!! Again while driving back from vacation a well placed billboard…read moredirected us to take a slight detour and check out Palmetto distillery. So glad we did! We were greeted as soon as we walked in and directed to look around and call out with any questions. We naturally did a tasting and they offer 6 samples for $5. We tried our 6 and then the bartender let us try one other one as well! Relaxed atmosphere providing plenty of moonshine tasting options as well as cocktails. They did not have any food options when we there but plenty of local restaurants to grab a bite after drinking.....see next review for options

The service is wonderful. Great welcoming atmosphere…read more Staff knowledgeable and knows their product.

A lovely and welcoming place to try some tasty drinks. It's tucked away off of a Main Street/square…read morearea with ample parking. It's a super nice stand alone building. There's a stage for live music, a porch area to hang, a bar, a retail space, and a seating area. We were greeted immediately by the most friendly and helpful server. She was fantastic and explained the tasting process and all that there was to offer. The tasting is $7 and you get to pick 8 things to taste. They give you a dry & erase pen to mark them. Then, they are put in a super cute board and she labeled them with what each were. There are whiskeys, vodkas, and moonshines. They also have beer on tap and cocktails that they make using their own products. Cool place to just come and chill. The retail space offers a variety of merch, as well as jams, jellies, sauces, etc. They only had limited clearance tees. They have a new order coming (we were bummed as they don't sell them online and would have loved to grab one to advertise this great place). Stop by for a wonderful experience!

This is a must if your in the area. You can sit at the bar or just sit around the room and relax…read more The cocktails are amazing. You can get a tasting flight of 8 samples for only $7. Moonshine , rum, vodka and whiskey. The creams are delicious also. Service is friendly.

Husband surprised myself and my parents with a cocktail class at Oak House. It was a BLAST and the…read moredrinks were SO GOOD we stayed for two more rounds!! Staff was so friendly and fun during our class- we each picked one cocktail from the menu that sounded good and they walk you thru each step and then you try making it yourself. Highly recommend checking this place out.

Good ambiance. Nice outdoor space and cool small venue! I am not typically a Gin person, but the…read moreGin here is super smooth.

Legends is great. A great place to meet up with friends. Pricing is reasonable. They have won…read moreawards for their bourbon. I would give it as gifts for the bourbon over.

Found this by accident on Yelp and thought we'd check it out since we are new to the area. Went on…read morea Saturday after 2ish and there was one other couple besides us and our adult kids. It's a very large building (a industrialize feel) with what feels like multiple rooms (one room connected to main room has a stage) with quite a large open air patio with high top tables and patio furniture with padding and tables. Inside has tables, a HUGE Projection TV on the wall, a long belly-up to the bar, also a private room (The Legacy Room) for private events. It also has a store inside selling the spirits the distillery makes (which by the way is made on site). We loved the laid back feel and wide openness of the building. We were told that once a month they have line dancing/swing dancing and hire two instructors to teach. The music isn't live to continue dancing and practicing what you learn. Apparently the first night had about 60-70 people. They clear the entire floor of tables so there is plenty of room to quick up your heels. However there is a $10 cover charge. Sorry I didn't take a pic of the flyer on the door so you'll have to call and ask what night it happens but I believe it's a Friday night and right now once a month. As it gets popular, we were told maybe twice a month. They offer tables games and cards to play while tasting their Bourbon, Gin, Vodka, Tequila and mixed drinks they sell. Our guys tried a flight for $25 with generous pours. Most they liked, some not so much, but would like to go back and try their Old Fashioned. There is a very long ramp for accessible access or stairs whichever is needed. Ample parking but I'm sure on those nights when line dancing is taught it could get full. The bathrooms are gender neutral as seen in the picture. The guy behind the bar was very nice and shared lots of info on their spirits production. It was nice to have a bowl of saltine crackers but they were stale. I guess it doesn't matter because they are most likely to use when taste testing. We will be back!

We truly enjoyed this distillery. As a certified Rumellier, I favored the aged rums, especially the…read morecask strength. However, all the rums were special, and had very distinct flavor profiles, including the "Naked" (white) rum. Ernie, Peg, and Stephanie were so courteous, and such gracious hosts/owners. The distillery itself is really cool, and had such a great vibe. My wife and I can't wait to go back when we visit Clemson again! Dr. Villalona

Stopped by on vacation with friends and had an amazing time. Family owned and operated business…read more Very clean establishment. Wonderful quality of cocktails that a little crafted in such a unique way-WE LOVE THIS PLACE!