Wigle Whiskey is an absolute necessity to check out in Pittsburgh! I took my boyfriend here on a distillery tour today - whiskey is not usually my spirit of choice, but I knew my man would love it and I was interested in the history portion of the experience. When I booked the tour I was expecting a fun date, but I had no idea how much I would end up loving Wigle Whiskey! I had been to Wigle before with some out of town friends just to try a few cocktails and hang out. It was a pretty cool experience, so I knew I wanted to come back for a distillery tour at some point. When we first entered Wigle today, we were given wristbands and then told to proceed to the bar and pick out any cocktail we wanted, free with admission. Awesome! I tried the cranberry gin fizz since I'm partial to gin, and my boyfriend tried the Sazerac. We were both totally satisfied with our drinks! The gin (called "Ginever" here) is actually a whiskey based gin rather than the typical vodka base. It is definitely different, but with an open mind I really enjoyed the taste. As we embarked on our tour, we were immediately impressed by the knowledge of our tour guide. Not only was he knowledgable and able to answer all of our questions, but he was also hilarious and really got our group to have a great time together despite the fact that none of us knew each other. During the tour we learned all about the Whiskey Rebellion in Western PA, which was super interesting. I never realized that Pittsburgh played such a large role in the history of whiskey production. We tried two more samples during our tour - one of a spiced rum, and one of a white whiskey. At the end of the tour, we proceeded to a little tasting area. We then tried 3 more samples, basically like a small "flight." This flight included the Ginever, which I had at this point deemed my favorite. My man greatly enjoyed the whiskey, especially the fact that these are all made in small batches and are therefore more labor-intensive and subsequently more flavorful than your basic Jim Beam or Jack Daniels. As we left the tour, we were given a sample of a chocolate truffle made at Mon Aimee chocolates in the Strip that are infused with the white whiskey made at Wigle. This truffle was absolutely DELICIOUS and was a perfect way to top off the tour! Overall, I highly recommend a tour at the Wigle Whiskey distillery. Even if you don't love whiskey in particular (like me), you'll enjoy the overall experience and the lesson in Western PA history. Whether you're new to the city or you've lived here for years, you'll greatly enjoy this experience! read more

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My boyfriend and I did the whiskey tasting and tour and it was awesome. What a great date idea! (If I say so myself ;) The people at Wigle are welcoming and knowledgable. We started off with a cocktail that was refreshing and delicious. The tour was about to start when we got there, so we actually ordered the cocktail, joined the tour, and then the mixologist came and brought our drinks to us! The tour was quite educational -- a mix of history and technical knowledge regarding the whiskey making process. We got to try the rye that is the base ingredient for their whiskey, which was surprisingly tasty! I think hearing about their process and how they source their ingredients really gave me a greater appreciation for Wigle Whiskey. After the tour, we had a whiskey tasting where they explained the best way to taste whiskey. (I had no idea breathing through my mouth and nose to smell the whiskey would be so much richer an experience than how I previously smelled drinks.) If you like whiskey, I highly recommend visiting Wigle's distillery. This place is a Pittsburgh gem! read more

Wigle Whiskey - Distillery tour! - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Always a great trip! We ale it apart of our annual Christmas Bar crawl! We ran down for the Rudolph, but they released and sold out yesterday, we are so sad! But the bartender came over gave us a sampling of the Infinity, and we ended up planning a trip to Scotland!! We love it here, whiskey is great, atmosphere is great and the people are fantastic! read more

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Good. Nice but very new. I hope people visit to get them going as I think they need a little more time and they will be even better. The flights could be a little more generous though,as only an ouce per glass and there are 4 glasses. read more

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Great spot in the strip Very well versed staff and if you leave there without tasting everything you messed up! Wide range of flavors and profiles plus the bartenders make the best drinks in town! read more

Wigle Whiskey how I miss thee! My all time favorite drink is Wigle Jenever and Tonic with a lime. You CANNOT get a better gin. I am so sad that I moved out of state and cannot buy this and have it shipped out of state. (Dumb laws!) When I am home I always stop in and grab a bottle, then covet it, sipping it slowly throughout the next several months until I can make another trip back. I want everyone to try it so they can taste the best gin ever, yet I don't want anyone to try it because I want it all for myself. The customer service here is just amazing. I love going in and hearing about the latest happenings from the family. The owner and his son have really done a great thing bringing this place into Pittsburgh. The wife/mother is always open to talk about their amazing story and how everyone in the family helps out. I just love their story. And their Jenever! read more

(11/11/2014) Great little place, right in the Strip District. Nice people making great small batch whiskey. Plenty to taste, def try a "Whim," there's a reason they call them that. It's a little bit of whatever strikes their fancy, fruit, florals, herbs. The Wayward had the essence of fresh apple with a floral and firewood scent. The Deep Cut was referred to as the "high octane," a touch too stiff for me, had the cresol-like aroma I associate with Scotch (and Band-Aids), but without the smokey/peatiness. Smoothest was the Organic Rye great for sipping. You can try their products in cocktails or a flight or just a drop. Tours only on Saturdays (we were disappointed to be there on the wrong day). We didn't get much of a spiel, while I appreciated the light sale, I could have used a little more education. Hard to see from the street, but keep looking around the corner towards the garage bays. read more

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Well, it's been more than three years since my initial review. I'm elated to say that despite my fabulous 5-star experiences way back then, Wigle Whiskey continues to grow and thrive! They still have labeling parties (unfortunately I haven't been able to make one recently; hopefully soon - they are a fabulous way to decompress and meet an extremely interesting variety of Pittsburghers) and they have broadened their product line, all the while focusing on their core spirits. They've added a barrelhouse to their experience, and from what I hear, it's awesome (going to do a visit there soon, too...). It's always great to see their scheduled events at both the distillery and the barrelhouse, and realize that they still adore variety and individualism. They are always happy to support good causes and this is very apparent from their events. Recently, I made a run to the distillery to pick up some of their first release "Bottled in Bond" Deep Cut Rye, and I could hardly believe that they have been in business that long (4 years) already - I'm delighted to say that these products only get more amazing as time goes on, and I'm eager to continue to follow them and appreciate their offerings. Do yourself the favor of paying them a visit and supporting their business - you'll be happy you did! read more

[WARNING: Visitor from St. Pete Florida here for a short visit] COLORFUL, FUN, INFORMATIVE YET LAID BACK The tasting room (/merchandise/only room) was so... bright! Not what I expected. All the labels from the bottles on display feature colorful pastels, yellow cabinets... all against calming light wood shelves and lots of steel. The whole 'laboratory' theme worked well. FLIGHT AROUND THE LAB Our flight of five included three of Wigle's Whiskeys, a Gin, and their 'Rum' (not technicaly Rum but close). I'M A WHISKEY NEWBIE but I enjoyed the sipping the strong but smooth samples given. I liked the Rum best (named Landlocked) with its Honey roots. The White Rye Whiskey was also incredible in smoothness. GREAT SERVICE Perhaps it's because we were the only patrons, but the lady who poured our drinks thoroughly explained every sample, what to look for, and even the history. Likewise, the flight came with a sheet to suggest flavors we'd encounter. The 'lab' is connected to a much larger room and behind the short walls you can see a large machine (probably for production). This place is a short walk from the bustling Penn Ave--totally recommend. read more

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Great experience and tour. The drinks were perfection and well beyond any expectation. Our tour was conducted with energy and enthusiasm and best of all good whiskey. Will I go back... Yes! Will I recommend to friends... Yes!! Spend the $ to support local craft. read more

Wigle Whiskey - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Wigle Whiskey along Smallman Street is a local family owned and operated distillery right here in Pittsburgh. If you get a chance I'd highly recommend a tour of the facility, you won't regret it. You'll follow Phillip Wigle through the Whiskey Rebellion and the grain-to-bottle manufacturing process for a variety of spirits made on site. The small, industrial bar offers a short list of seasonal cocktails throughout the year. And, for as long as I've been visiting the cocktails have continued to be $6, which seems reasonable to me. My favorites have always been those that contain Ginever, just a personal favorite of mine. They also serve flights for $10, a great way to try several of the distillery's spirits (whiskey, gin, vodka, absinthe). The bar area contains several large stainless steel tables to gather around as you enjoy your libations; however, expect to be standing around those tables as there are not many seats available. Did you know that they host labeling parties? A few times a month, the distillery invites guests to lend a hand and be a part of the grain-to-bottle process. As you sip on your cocktail(s) and munch on some snacks you apply the Wigle labels to the bottled spirits for resale. If you begin to apply those labels crookedly I'm sure your bottles won't make it to the distillery's shelves. Go support this local small business! read more

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I am not much of a whiskey drinker. But this whiskey is the bomb. It is so smooth and will calm your soul. I went recently for an holiday party event hosted by, Dress for Success. I tried the Landlocked Spice. It was absolutely delicious and had a smooth finish. The server and I chatted about mixtures, and he suggested that hot tea would be good to mix with the whiskey. And I love hot tea! I followed his instructions and was again, thoroughly pleased. You have to visit this distillery if you love whiskey and even if you are not a big fan of whisky, because I am not. But, I am a big fan of this place and their whiskey. They also have cider but I didn't get a chance to taste it. Next time, definitely! read more

I've loved their spirits for quite some time now, even though I'm not much of a whiskey drinker. Their giniver is something special. My husband loves whiskey, so I decided to set us up on a tour for his birthday. The tour may seem expensive at the outset, but trust me, it's worth it. Ty was our tour guide and he did a fantastic job. The tour was exciting and fun and we had a blast, but the alcohol was good too! I haven't had a bad spirit from Wigle. Definitely recommend! read more

If you're into history, local goods, or just like whiskey, this is a great spot for you! I've been twice and have found staff friendly & helpful on both instances. The tour is a must-do. Unlike a lot of other brewery/distillery tours, you get a healthy dose of history, not just the mechanics/chemistry (they do that too). It finishes with a tasting session where you get to sit, sip & discuss, which I really enjoyed as well. For non-whiskey drinkers, they also have a spin on gin and a honey-based rum! read more

Just got back from brunch. The service was obnoxious. There appeared to be just one server for all dining tables which was clearly not enough. There were plenty of other employees roaming about but none would help with dining service. Even worse, while we had to practically beg for service, one of the employees was standing at the bar COLORING. Seriously, coloring. I have no words. Never again. Food was just ok. read more

Wigle Whiskey was the highlight of our trip to Pittsburgh! A MUST-DO for anyone visiting. The variety of whiskeys were unmatched along with a great gin as well. Ty, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable with an amazing personality! read more

I stopped by here this past Saturday with my girlfriend for a tour. We had heard about Wigle opening up a long time ago and my girlfriend had bought me a tour gift certificate for the previous Valentines Day. Not knowing how hard it was to get a tour, nor the times I kept on putting off going. What a mistake that was! Looking at the tour times on their website was incredibly easy and this past Saturday they had three tours of which we chose the latest, 3:30. When you enter the building you are in a medium sized room with a chalkboard cocktails menu, some stainless steel tables to stand around and a bunch of bottles of Wigle Whiskey. Their ceiling is also pretty cool as it is decorated with empty bottles that are hanging through something. We were quickly greeted and upon telling them that we were part of the tour were offered the complimentary cocktail that comes with the tour. I ended up going with a drink that had some cream, honey and whiskey while my girlfriend went with one that was called pomegranite fizz. Both drinks were pretty tasty and I really enjoyed mine with the honey. The place was almost empty whenever we got there with only another couple waiting for the tour. However by the time the tour was ready to go it was pretty busy as there were about 15 of us on the tour. It was also packed whenever the tour was finished and I was glad to see that they were doing good business. The tour itself was a pretty cool event as you get to go into the back and see where everything is made. It's not a large building but they do a good job in telling two seperate stories during the tour, both a story about how the whiskey is made as well as a story about the businesses namesake, Wigle. The tour guide that we had was pretty good although at the beginning of the tour he seemed to be quite awkward. However, as the tour progressed I got used to him and he ended up being really funny and a good story teller. After we were done my girlfriend and I actually discussed whether that was his personality or just some schtick that he was doing. In any case, he is perfect for the tour! As part of the tour, after being shown all of the equipment and told the stories you are sat down for a tasting of what they have produced thus far. At this point in time we got to try a rye whiskey, wheat whiskey, aged whiskey and also a gin. We were also taught on how to properly sniff the whiskey in order to minimize the alcohol smell as well how to add in oxygen to have it react and give off better smells. While I mostly just tasted the burn of the whiskey I did enjoy getting to try the different kinds and could taste a small difference between them. The bottom line for me is that I would recommend this tour for pretty much anyone. The guide was really funny and told a good story which led to my girlfriend and I enjoying our experience immensely read more

Wigle Whiskey - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

If you haven't been to Wigle Whiskey, drop what you are doing and get there now! Seriously, this place is incredible and a lot of fun. I've visited several times. It is a great place to stop for drink or whiskey tasting. Their cocktails are affordable, tasty and STRONG. You can choose from four or five seasonal cocktails featuring their whiskey, bitters and other local ingredients (when possible). The staff is extremely friendly and always willing to spend time with you talking about the whiskey, the place in general and just about anything you have questions about. They also put on excellent events. Some, like the annual Tar and Feather party are free and some, like tastings and tours, have a charge but are worth every penny. I never would have thought I liked whiskey, but after visiting Wigle and doing the tasting, I learned that I really enjoyed both the wheat and rye. And absoutely loved it in the cocktails. If you are looking for a unique drink, someplace fun to buy or just want a different liquor to try, make sure you stop at Wigle. read more

Both the bartender and distiller were very friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable. They gave wonderful recommendations and the mixed drinks were of course great quality. There gin was the best gin I've ever tasted, and if you stop by here you HAVE to try the coffee liquor. The sample packages are also extremely affordable, and all around this was a great experience. read more

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We left early today. We intended to stay for a meal but the music was terrible and super tinny so we left and went elsewhere. If that sort of thing does not bother you then give it a go. read more

Delicious wings and salads. I had a shaved Brussels sprouts salad with apples and pumpkin seeds tossed with a champagne vinaigrette. Fresh and tasty! Great location and interesting distillery with lots of history. Tours also. read more

I have been wanting to stop for for some time now. I was off work and decided this was the perfect time. Walking in the shop is wonderful, and right away I was greeted and offered help. The woman knew a lot of whiskey and PA, great education. I ordered the foundation which is a sampling of Whiskey's and was educated even more as I sampled each of the foundation spirits. I am very impressed with Wigle Whiskey and look forward to going again for a tour. I you want to learn about the history of whiskey and PA this is a great stop. And, if you want some great tasting whiskey distilled right here in Pittsburgh, PA give them a try. I bought a package that has everything to make an Old Fashion and just love it! Can't wait for another trip. read more

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One of our regular haunts right now. They have a great outdoor space that is rarely filled up. Their Sunday brunch is fantastic and as always the cocktails are inventive and delicious. With a seasonal menu, they may change out some items, but you can be sure if the item was popular, they'll bring it back. And Aiden and Alon are the best servers there! Always attentive and super personable! Take some time out of your day and grab some great whiskey and great food! read more

I first wisited Wigle Whiskey soon after they opened in 2012. Everything I'm about to write about them I learned from their friendly and knowledgeable sales staff. Wigle is the first distillery to open in Pittsburgh since Prohibition. Named after a notorious Pittsburgher who was imprisoned for instigating the whiskey rebellion (and later pardoned by George Washington), Wigle prides itself on distilling locally sourced ryes and innovating new varieties of common spirits like their Dutch-style "Ginever" gin. On a Saturday afternoon (and nearly every day they're not distilling) their tasting room is bustling and tours fill the barrel-lined area beyond glass garage doors. We tried their Foundations flight--a spectrum of alcoholic concoctions ranging from the sickeningly sweet Spiced Honey Spirit to the smooth-sipping Ginever gin and their signature Pennsylvania Monongahela Small Cask Rye Whiskey. There was also an extensive cocktail menu, and a variety of experimental spirits. We walked away with 750ml bottles of their Ginever and Deep Cut Monongahela Rye. read more

What a fun tour! I really enjoy finding out how things are made so the distillery tour was perfect. I took my boyfriend here as part of our nine month anniversary. It started with a cocktail from their list of seasonal drinks. I got the Bear Trap; a creamy delicious concoction with their wheat whiskey. The tour itself was very informative. Our guide explained things in laymans terms in order for those who aren't whiskey experts (like myself). It was a little cramped, but we had a large group so that was to be expected. The final tastings were great too! I now know how to properly try whiskey. We ended up buying two bottles of some of the whiskey we tried. read more

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Stopped in for a tasting on Saturday around 5:55 and we were told they were closing at 6. Online said 7 but such an idiotic and typical Pittsburgh thing to close early but on a Saturday night??? Get real. Not going back. read more

I stopped by to do the tour and taste some of the concoctions. I enjoyed myself and would recommend the experience.

This place is a funky whiskey place with interesting cocktails, whiskey, and bitters. I like whiskey, but definitely can't drink it straight. Most of the straight whiskey here happened to be a little too strong for me (the honey whiskey was the smoothest), but the cocktails are out of this world. We shared two cocktails and bought the bitter package to experiment with at home. I think the pack of four bitters was $50, but it will last a loooong time. Turns out besides cocktails, the mole bitter can be used in coffee and the aromatic can be used in tea. This was a nice find. read more

Wigle Whiskey - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Absolutley love love love this place! I went with a group of coworkers for a tasting and we had a blast! The host was phenomenal and the open concept of the rooms are amazing. Food trucks vary through out the week but are overall incredible. They have a few drinks they make with certain liquors of theirs and have very unique products. They also have a huge table where you are able to paint while drinking. What more can you ask for?! Also, I do believe Tuesdays or Thursday they have a night where anyone can come in to volunteer to label their bottles before distribution, while drinking for free!! Really awesome place and I'd recommend it to anyone! read more

Came here to surprise my husband for his birthday with a distillery tour. I invited about 7 of his friends. He totally loved it! The thing is, you may need to like history to be apart of this tour. Some of his friends enjoyed it, some did not. But you pay $25 for a about 4 shots of whiskey. Can't beat that. When you arrive you are given some shots or offered a mixed drink. Then you begin the tour. Then you are offered another shot. Storytelling continues, then you get another one. You then sit down at a table and are able to sample 2 more types of whiskey and then some gin. By the time you leave, you should be feeling nice and warm. Staff is great and knowledgeable. I would totally do it again! read more

I have not had a spirit from Wigle that I didn't find exceptional. The Landlock Spiced is incredible and very smooth. The ginever is not your typical gin and can be enjoyed on the rocks without hesitation. Do yourself a favor and visit the Smallman Street location for some samples of their spirits, butters, syrups, etc. You won't be disappointed. read more

Wigle Whiskey - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This place offers delicious cocktails for $8-10 and offers tours of the distillery for $25 a person. The tour is a great place to take people visiting from out of town or if you love whiskey! The tour includes a free cocktail before the tour and a flight of 2 whiskey samples and a sample of their gin. Definitely worth it and the staff are super friendly! read more

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We had a great experience this weekend. We did the distillery tour and tasting which was very well done by our tour guide. Very entertaining and educational. We also had some food before the tour and the Loaded Crispy Brussel Sprouts-  threadbare cider braised pork, Paul Family Farms maple bourbon aioli, hidden hills buttercup were delicious as was the Pastrami Reuben sandwich. The french fries were also very good. read more

I'm being generous with 3 stars. I found the whiskey and the service sub par and slow. It was not that busy either. Not to mention the place was humid and hot uncomfortable. Tried the aged whiskey. Found them all just eh. The only decent one was the one I can't pronounce it started with a m. Expensive for just a sip of four different flavors. Just not impressed all around. read more

Stories of badass Americans, free cocktail upon entry, and a whiskey tasting at the end? Pretty hard to beat. Wigle Whiskey is a great way to burn an hour or so in Pittsburgh. Signing up online is easy and inexpensive. Just show up a little bit before your appointment, have a complimentary cocktail, and enjoy the show. They go into the history of our government and it's audacious laws involving alcohol. Interesting stuff. Then as any other distillery they show up their process of making booze along with their own story. At the end there is a whiskey tasting along with one gin. These bad boys are stiff so be prepared. Our tour guide was great and we enjoyed ourselves. Good times. read more

Wigle(pronounced Wiggle, though they admit it probably shouldn't be) Whiskey is a young whiskey distillery - having produced its first batch just over a month ago - named after a Pittsburgh revolutionary who wasn't ready to let tax get in the way of his whiskey. There are two aspects to this review - the whiskey itself, and the distillery itself. The Whiskey: Wigle Whiskey is the first(in modern day terms) liquor to be distilled within the city limits of Pittsburgh(Clique is distilled abroad and Boyd and Blair is located in Glennshaw). Due to the young age of the distillery, they currently only sell a white whiskey, that is, a clear whiskey that has not touched oak barrels. If you are a fan of the familiar dark and golden browns and oak flavor of your standard aged drink, fear not. They are currently aging whiskey, but you can also buy mini barrels($50/1lt $60/2lt) of the stuff and DIY at home. I love this idea - whiskey does not age in a glass bottle(Your 3-year old 15 year scotch did NOT just double in value), so buy one of these to mark special occasions(ie births) and celebrate with them much later.(Disclaimer - I am not exactly sure what the upper aging limit on American Whiskeys should be, nor am I sure how much would evaporate after several years in a small barrel.) They currently sell two varieties - a wheat and a rye, and both are made entirely organic(though they are without label while they complete the paperwork), from locally sourced grains(Except for the small amount of barley, as I learned on my tour), and from scratch - starting with several bags of whole grains. The wheat whiskey is smooth tasting, slightly sweet with only a bit of burn going down, smelling freshly of yeasty bread. The rye is a bit bolder and not as sweet, but still has a great flavor. The wheat for me is my favorite, but I wouldn't really sip either of them. Cocktails are what I think these do best in, where the flavors come through but there is no age to overpower the other ingredients. At the store, you can sample both and pick our your favorite. At just over $30 a bottle, I think that you're getting a great deal. To purchase this whiskey, you have to go right to the source. They're happy with it that way, since they aren't sure they can meet PLCB quotas, and they would rather talk about it themselves than have their name defiled by a random W&S employee. The Distillery: The distillery itself is small, a tiny warehouse, one set of large machines to create whiskey, a small store at the front. The place obviously had a designer in come through: the design reminds me very much of the Glass Lofts in Garfield. The ceiling has bottles embedded in it, a nice touch. The store offers free tastings and even cocktails for only about $5 - and they are delicious, even if you don't think you're a whiskey person. Apparently, you can also send in your own Wigle cocktail recipe and they might feature it, inviting you and your friends in to the distillery for a round. They do tours and cocktail classes here, both can be signed up for on the website - The tours are $20/pp and come with tastings, cocktails, and light snacks. Again the place is small, but the tour was definitely extremely informative - You get to see, feel or smell just about every step of the process of whiskey making. The gains, the flour, the strong methanol in the first output of the still, the fresh and tasteless ethanol alcohol of the "hearts", and the "tails" - the flavorful part, the char on the inside of the barrels. At the end of my tour I felt like I was ready to compete with them, look out! Additionally the tour has a historical aspect. Western PA was home of America's favorite sprit just after the Revolution, rye whiskey. Wigle himself had a distillery which he fought hard to keep from being taxes, resulting in the Whiskey Rebellion and eventual flight of Whiskey producers from PA to Kentucky - where corn grew in abundance and the spirit of choice for Americans everywhere switched from Rye to Bourbon. The tour goes much more in depth into Wigle's story, but I don't want to give it away. Needless to say, it's riveting, and integrates very well with the tour. The whole tour lasts about a half hour. I have not been to a cocktail class($35), but I do know that they feature some of the best names in Pittsburgh cocktails. Verde, Andy's, Meat and Potatoes, Union Pig and Chicken, Salt of the Earth, and Drinksburgh(a blog about - guess what) are all places where class instructors have hailed from, and you can see many of the creations on their website. - All in all, Wigle is an excellent spirit and excellent new addition to Pittsburghs fast-changing cocktail landscape. Be sure to stop by, have a taste and maybe learn a little bit about whiskey and PA history while you're at it. read more

Wigle Whiskey - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Small distillery and tasting room. Overpriced flights when the volume of whiskey might add up to 1.5 ounces. Interesting cocktail choices. The whiskey itself was unremarkable. Young whiskeys that taste like it with extremely high prices. read more

It's entirely possible that you can enjoy Wigle's spirits without truly understanding what makes their product so unique, but it's their mission to help you. That's what makes this place so special and the people who run it so incredible. The family behind Wigle and their crew of tireless volunteers and staff are behind a nearly singular gem in American whiskey production: a distillery that actually produces its own whiskey spirits from scratch. That may sound strange to some. Surely all the great distilleries of Kentucky and Tennessee take the same care and craft to produce their whiskeys, just like their websites and commercials would imply. They don't. Through the advent of clever marketing, many a 'distillery' has found it easy to suggest that the spirits they produce are made from the same tradition, ingredients, and process you find at a Scotch-whiskey distillery nestled in a seaside valley in Scotland. They aren't. Wigle's spirits are. And it shows. On top of all that, they have a great attitude about bringing distilled whiskey back to Pennsylvania where it so rightfully belongs. Their historical knowledge and exuberance for its recountment are no small part of the Wigle experience. So grab some friends and check out a tour of this exciting new [and old] piece of Pittsburgh history. read more

I have to give this place 5 stars because they are bring back Rye Whiskey to Pittsburgh. You may not be aware, but Pittsburgh is steeped in rye whiskey making tradition. Before probation some one the best rye whiskey was made in Pittsburgh. It's a shame we have lost sight of that. Try their "jenever" gin. It's an old Dutch style gin that is made with rye whiskey instead of just "ethyl alcohol" like most gins. It's a very different experience one that you should partake in. Go check this place out and get some samples and take a tour because they are brings sexy back.... I mean Rye Whiskey! read more

We got there and added ourselves on for the upcoming tour with no issue. Actually we were welcomed as a last minute addition. The people there were AMAZING and answered all of our questions with a smile. I'd gladly go back and will tell my friends about it. We even got bottles to bring home! read more