Drinks and environment were great! People were nice. I like that you can see into the distilling process, taste before you buy, enjoy craft cocktails and a unique menu. Service was slow, one bartender just wasn't sufficient. We asked for water and never received it. I did love the twist on the nachos but because the bowl was cold the cheese was cold shortly after we received our order, the toppings were not equal to the chips served but we still enjoyed the flavors. Despite these obstacles I will return. Great district/location! I recommend checking it out! read more

Wigle is a mixed bag. If you are going for one of their events, you are in for a great time. If you are going for a sample of their products, eh. I've been to a number of their events and have always enjoined myself. Their classes are also awesome. They know how to have a good event. Their whiskey is only alright. I'm assuming they'll get better over time. For now I'd stick with mixing their products which is unfortunate given the price of a bottle. Their distillery is very pretty if you are in to a modern looking facility. read more

Me and my girlfriend went with a friend for a Monday night assemble bantam night. It was a short but really fun time. We RSVP and got in for free. The whiskey drinks where really good and a reasonable price. They also had small appetizers laid out. But unlike the advertisement said there was no food truck in sight. They also had the assemble bantam where for a small fee they had junk that you could nail, screw or tape together to make some peace of junk art. I make it sound bad but it was really fun to have a few drinks and with a crowed of people you have never met, slap some crap together to make a peace of art god forbid anyone would buy. But some how someone would. I say it's a fun and cheap thing to do on a Monday night so don't miss out. read more

Wigle Whiskey - The start of the assembles peace of public art junk. I nailed the PVC pipe to it. About as good as it gets for drunk people. - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I believe Wigle Whiskey has converted yet another whiskey-hater! We signed up for a tour and tasting, which included a whiskey (or gin) cocktail to start us off. The cost was $20. Individual cocktails and tastings are $5, so the tour itself cost $10...and it did not disappoint. Our guide was charismatic and funny, and it was short and sweet and got us to our tastings primed to enjoy some nice whiskeys! They had us taste 3 whiskeys and a gin, which was more than enough. They give you tasting notes, including adding a bit of water to the whiskey to help it breathe. See, I've just been drinking whiskey wrong all these years! The aged whiskey was my favorite...and a bummer that they sell out of it in a matter of hours! They do sell mini casks (which are adorable) so you can age your own whiskey in about a month, if you're impatient. They're a bit pricey ($98) but they come with a bottle of their whiskey, so it's actually a pretty good deal. I would definitely stop back in for another cocktail if I'm in the area-their menu changes often and I'm dying to try something else. read more

Really liked this place when they first opened, but unfortunately their pricing just got out of control. Their staff is friendly but they really do push the higher priced products to, not that there's much there that isn't high price... They do make a quality product and I drink a lot of bourbon and whiskey, but unfortunately their prices are just getting too high to justify buying read more

Wigle whiskey is amazing. We always go to the labeling parties to get free drinks, talk to other labelers/fellow whiskey lovers and it's such a great time!! While you label the Wigle workers cheerfully bring around yummy drinks that they change weekly, and often for the season. If you have the chance to stop by for a labeling party, definitely do it. If not, at least stop by for a quick drink and tour. The gin is extra good, as well as their honey whiskey. You won't regret it!!! read more

Wiggle Whiskey is a great place to have dinner and enjoy whiskey flights during your time downtown. Wiggle is a place that you have to budget 2+ hours for, to enjoy dinner and drinks. The service seems to be rather slow (only due to the extreme amount of customer traffic), but the drinks and food are always prepared perfectly. Today I only had 1.5 hours scheduled for dinner and our meal never arrived (but we did enjoy apps and flights) so we had to leave before the main course arrived. Regardless, The atmosphere and consumables never disappoint and I will be back for more "Wiggle Whisky". read more

We were entertaining out-of-town family and we ended up deciding on checking out Wigle Whiskey for a tour. It was a fun experience and the staff was very attentive and informative, and were very communicative regarding our questions. The whiskey was not bad and I found several favorites, not an easy feat as many craft breweries cannot say the same about their samplers!! My only complaint is that the experience is too homegrown and extremely limited. There's no food to crunch on nor ability to mix the whiskey with Coca~Cola products, even upon request. That left a sour note in my mouth and leaves the Wigle Whiskey experience as a one-note kind of experience, not one warranting a return trip. From the moment you discover this limited experience and begin to watch other parties come and go with the very same experience you are undertaking, Wigle feels more like a gift shop with someone explaining to you what those gifts are rather than exploring more of what the gifts are all about and the potential of the gifts. Hence the large display of gift packages and us...buying a gift box for someone, however, that's the structure of Wigle and they are successful as is as a hipster-stylized gift store operating in a cool industrial district. Oh well. But definitely check it out at least once with a good group of friends to enjoy the experience. read more

I organized this tour for some Tepper class mates. It certainly did not disapoint! To start, you sample some really interesting cocktails, of the likes I have not seen before. I had the Popeye, which was spinach and some other ingredients mixed with Rye. I could have grabbed my girlfriend and proclaimed her Olive Oil after that. Throughout a wonderful history lesson, punctuated with dry humor, we were led back in the 1700's and the plight of Mr. Wigle. Following that, there was a tasting of varieties of spirits, from Rye, to Wheat, to the OG Gin recipe. This is a wonderful and innovative addition to Pittsburgh, and the tour is 100% awesome! read more

We were in town for a wedding and in the process of researching sightseeing experiences, this place kept popping up. We did the Saturday morning tour and highly recommend it. Our tour guide was fun and we learned some interesting history about the whiskey rebellion, while sampling some of their whiskey. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable about their product. They were helpful in assisting us with our purchases. This is a must do experience when visiting Pittsburgh. read more

I've never had clear whiskey before (clear because it's not aged in barrels), and it blew my mind: the spirits were bursting with flavors of anise, pear, et al. You can try a flight for $5, and I was sold as soon as I sipped their award-winning wheat-based whiskey. I finished it off with their gin ("Ginever"), which is much fuller & heartier than the junk we usually mix into our drinks. I went with the gin, as it's the middle of winter & it felt "warmer"; the whiskey, being wheat-based, was a bit sweeter, so I'll save that purchase for warmer weather. Not too pricey either: $32 for 750 mL bottles The owner (I think it's a bro & sis team) told me about their products, chatted with me about Cleveland, and were very welcoming overall. Can't wait to go back for a tour of the place! read more

We just toured the Wigle Whiskey distillery on the Southside courtesy of our daughter for Fathers Day and it was a total blast! Meredith, one of the owners & the director of our tour, gave us an awesome history lesson and educated us to a piece of Pittsburgh's past as a major whiskey producer from the late 1700's thru the Prohibition era while engaging us, making us laugh, and thoroughly entertaining us in the process. I'm not even a whiskey (or hard liquor in general) drinker but I enjoyed learning about and sampling their products. The tour starts off with a cocktail of your choice from their chalkboard bar menu. I had a spinach, avocado & cilantro whiskey cocktail that just about blew my hair back on the first sip. My first taste reminded me of that strong whiskey burn that I don't particularly like but then the ice started to melt and I realized how much I was enjoying sipping on the cocktail as we took our tour and the drink mellowed. Their facility is named for Phillip Wigle who was quite a character from the late 1700's that nearly got hanged in pursuit of making a living turning rye into whiskey and trying to avoid paying taxes on the proceeds. Otherwise known as the Whiskey Rebellion. Pretty cool stuff if you're going to have a history lesson on a Saturday! The tour ends with a tasting of their wheat whiskey, rye whiskey, aged rye whiskey, and gin. These folks are turning out some darned good products here! They even have labeling parties for their bottles and apparently there is drinking involved and you may notice some of the bottle labels get put on a bit crooked. Oops!!! read more

I have always been a fan of everything Wigle. I buy the products, Threadbare included. I have been to the cider house when the owner has been hustling to serve her customers. Didn't have the same experience this weekend in the Strip. Bar service was terribly slow. Our server was doing his best to serve his customers but waiting a half hour between drinks was a true disappointment. A very short pour of a beer, for 8 bucks, and bartender and helper seemed nonchalant, zero urgency. Food service was on the slow side but everyone enjoyed their meals. Beautiful space and great products. Service is suspect everywhere it seems so surely I will try the new Wigle space again. But I'm hoping for improvement next round. read more

This is a composite of 4 (?) visits to Wigle -- received an informal tour one time by the owners, and the other times I was just bringing people in to the establishment to see yet another example of the Strip District revitalization. Other reviews have more historical detail, and many discussions of the various products. What I find appealing about the place is the family's dedication to -explaining- the process, and offering their production in small tastings. Since I discovered Wigle last December, I've been asking different bars if they carry any of the products -- James Street Gastropub has an entire display of Wigle products, and the bartenders know the products. Wigle is a small business success story. Stop in and ask about how the owners got started, their challenges, and their current plans for evolution/development in the local area and region. Once they have storage for long term aging, I think their products will gain even more traction. f8 and be there. read more

Awesome place. Thanks Omni Hotel for introducing me to a great distillery with tasty drinks and friendly, welcoming staff!!

Did you know that American Whiskey was born in Pittsburgh? Neither did we until we discovered Wigle Distillery in the Strip District. It is such an amazing place, which makes for a great story- so here it goes. During the 1700's and 1800's, Pittsburgh was THE place to get proper whiskey. At its pinnacle, Western PA had over 4,000 documented stills. Now, Wigle Whiskey is the only whiskey distillery in our region. To be honest, I'm okay with those odds. Why? Because Wigle Distillery has the tastiest spirits the world has ever known. There's something in that Pittsburgh water... Wigle opened its doors in March, 2012. The distillery is named after the good-natured man Phillip Wigle, who was sentenced to hang for his love of whiskey. He inadvertently triggered the Whiskey Rebellion, a fight against the taxation of whiskey. If you haven't noticed this yet, make sure you check out their logo, you'll see that the g is being hanged. Also, you may wonder if the name is pronounced "wIggle" or "wiggle"- the owners say "wiggle"- so we are sticking with that. Plus, it just sounds like a good ol' time. Wigle. Fun right? Wigle Distillery makes lots of delicious spirits: White Whiskey, White Rye Whiskey, White Wheat Whiskey, Aged Whiskey, Gin, and Rum. They are making these fine spirits just like the distillers did back in their heyday; with local ingredients and a copper pot. Also, if you are into aging your own whiskey, they have a kit for that, n'at. Those crafty distillers have also made their own line of bitters: Organic Aromatic and Organic Rosemary Lavender. Also, they are in the works for developing more bitters including a spicy chocolate mole and a bitter orange. We got the opportunity to sample them-completely amazing. Their "unaged" or "unoaked" whiskey is bottled right out of the stills. You'll notice that the liquid is clear. Their aged whiskey sleeps peacefully in their 53 gallon handmade wooden barrels for months at a time. During the aging process, the whiskey moves in and out of the wooden barrels and extracts the tannin and vanillins out of the wood. This process aids in the creation of the unique flavor and beautiful amber color found in Wigle's aged whiskey. Wigle recently purchased a barrelhouse in the North Side to accommodate the growing demand of all of those wonderful, drunken capsules. We are so fortunate to have a craft distillery here right in the 'burgh. Wigle is one of a few craft distilleries in the United States that produces every one of their products from scratch. They only use fresh and local organic grain. The owners are so committed to freshness that they only mill the grains onsite that same day when they are ready to make one of their signature "batches". Meredith gave us a really insightful and entertaining tour of the place. Then, she introduced us to her husband, Alex Grelli, and her father Mark Meyer while they were in the midsts of distilling one of their coveted spirits. This establishment is truly a family affair. The idea of a distillery in Pittsburgh came about during a trip to Canada. Meredith's family had visited several wineries and really fell in love with that culture and atmosphere. They wanted to create that same environment here in Pittsburgh and before you know it...Meredith's brother Eric, mother Mary Ellen, and father Mark all shared in her and Alex's vision of bringing a craft whiskey distillery back to its birthplace. And it has been magic ever since. If you ever have an opportunity to visit Wigle Distillery- please do it! We believe in Wigle Distillery. We believe that they have embraced the creativity and sense of community that Pittsburgh is well known for. Great lengths are taken to support regional farmers by using only local and fresh ingredients. They aren't here just to sell whiskey, they are here to educate, serve, and inspire fellow Pittsburghers. Thank you Wigle for bringing craft whiskey distilling back to its birthplace. Cheers to you Wigle! read more

My wife and I went on a tour of the distillery and had a fantastic tour guide. Learned all about the process of making delicious whiskey and other fine spirits. Enjoyed some cocktails and bought some bottles to take home and enjoy. A must see for those going to the strip district. read more

Did you know this is the first legal distillery in all of the 'Burgh in 90 years...?? I didn't... until... I learned all about the history of whiskey in the US of A and how big of a deal it really was back in the days of our birth of a nation all by taking a tour at Wigle Whiskey. Wigle does it right, so if you have the time to hop on down to Smalllman Street and check out Wigle's fantasy factory, DOO ITTT!!! read more

For Pennsylvania Whiskeys, Wigle is great... but I think a lot of what makes it great is the fact that it will be delving into Rum and more (and already had a Gin). They are more than just a Whiskey Distillery now. We decided to do the tour--- a little too much info by an overzealous tour guide (one was awesome and chill, the other had me feeling like I was in a kindergarten classroom and was a child), but all in all, a good time and we learned a lot. I do not drink Whiskey, but I do drink Gin and Rum so I am even more excited now. The White Rye was actually pretty good too. The space itself is pretty cool, and the staff and family seem quite awesome and eager to help. read more

This is definitely a must-see on any list of "Things-To-Do-In-Pittsburgh!" Even if you don't like whiskey, it's a fun place to visit and you won't regret it! All of the staff are very friendly and welcoming. Wigle Whiskey is always hosting different events and parties, so there's always something to do or try. I would definitely recommend following their FB, where they are constantly posting the various things happening at the distillery. You can also visit the distillery to just get a drink, take a tour, or have a tasting. All the cocktails are great and they make their own bitters! AND, there's parking!! So no need to spend an hour circling around the strip, trying to find parking. read more

Young Whiskey Distillery in the Strip District of Pittsburgh. It is so young in fact that their whiskey is clear. This is a result of it not having been aged in barrels to get that complex oak flavor that whiskey usually has. We were shown that they are aging a large amount of whiskey for future distribution of the standard brown beverage but for now they are selling their clear whiskey. They are 2 different styles. Rye and Wheat. I sampled both and wasn't sure what the expect since I'd never had clear whiskey. I was really really surprised and enjoyed both of them alot. Frankly I thought they were better than almost any other whiskey I've ever had. Both were much smoother than most whiskeys. They did have the Rye Whiskey that had been aged for 3 weeks...given it the standard brown color. This had a much more familiar whiskey taste, and while it was really good, I think I actually liked the clear whiskey better. Just a little smoother/sweeter. The people at the distillery were very friendly and informative. One very cool thing about the place is that you can not only buy the unaged whiskey but you can also buy mini barrels to age the whiskey at home. This is a very cool concept for a young distillery and I'm looking forward to doing this soon. Overall, its a cool spot. I'm hopeful that they will continue to grow and begin larger scale distribution to more restaurants and through the state liquor store system. Bottles of the whiskey at the distillery cost about $32 which seems like a good deal for a hand crafted whiskey that was really enjoyable. read more

I love these guys. I scheduled a cocktail-making class for my boyfriend's birthday (a month after we stated dating and I already was plying him with liquor) and they knocked it out of the park. First you make a drink, they you take a tour, and then you make another drink. I don't recall being given a third drink, though our class was a while ago; their classes now consist of one drink handed to you and two that you make yourself. While I did end up squirting club soda all over myself, I love the classic cocktail-making implements we used and techniques that we were taught. I can't remember why per se, but I know now to use the spoon with the twists to twirl the ice around in the glass - don't stir wildly like you're beating an egg in there! The tour of the distillery itself was fascinating and full of entertaining bits of knowledge. I love that everything is open; if you have a question, they'll answer it honestly. If you want to see a part of the process, you can - there are no walls stopping you! I'm looking forward to participating in a labeling party and if they do the Tar and Feather party at the end of summer again. I'm glad they're getting recognition in and around Pittsburgh and that they're able to expand to accommodate their growing business. I hope they don't get too big for the britches, but something tells me they'll do just fine. read more

Guys, I hate whiskey but will drink Wigle. From my up-front honesty, I'll say Landlocked Spiced and Giniver are two of my absolute favorite drinks right now. The staff is extremely inviting and knowledgeable on each of the spirits in their collection. My favorite combos are the Landlocked Spice with limeade and aromatic bitters OR with ginger beer. Can't go wrong with these guys! read more

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

somewhere somehow in the last decade, most things in the world have became a specialty...and if you like whiskey, well then, come on down to the Wigle...so many flavors, so many tastes like its a 31 flavors ice cream, but for whiskey...and the folks are well versed in the craft...and its a great active neighborhood with much murals...me likey! read more

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If you whiskey, you must stop in! There is so much variety for both whiskey and liqueurs! The service was fantastic, so knowledge about the products. The taster is served with ice and water on the side so you can make each taster to your preference. read more

Very enjoyable space and wonderfully knowledgeable staff. Everyone has always been happy and accommodating when we've visited. Right now we're enjoying the Paris in Pittsburgh event. The music is great, vibe is chill (even at an event), and are enjoying the crepe truck. read more

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This was one of our stops on fun weekend spent in Pittsburgh. Though the booze was a bit harsh for me (keeping in mind i"m not a whiskey drinker), the cocktail I had was quite good, the place was lovely, and the staff were very friendly and gave us some great advice for where to go for the rest of our evening in town. I also think it's great that everything they distill is organic. Bonus - the two other people sitting at our table were also Purdue Boilermakers! read more

What a great experience, the process and history was fantastic and interesting, the flights where amazing, one just as good as the n cut and much better than any major Whiskey producer. If you find yourself in Pittsburgh, this is a must go to place, make time, trust me. The associates and mixologists as well as the tour guides are amount the best. read more

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So fun. Thomas was super kind, and the beverages were excellent. Personal favorites were the coffee liqueur, the kilted rye, and the Holy Molé cocktail. Cool vibe, and incidentally a great place to get out of a sudden downpour. We're fans now. read more

Wigle has some really good "SHIT". At least that is what my friend from ND said when we went their Friday. We tasted two different flights (old aged whiskey and experimental whiskey). Both had some very good and smooth whiskey. Now to figure out how to ship it back to ND. read more

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We came for the cute name and adorable tasting room, stayed for the samplers and hot toddies, then left with our body weight in bottles of whiskey. Plus, the people working were extremely helpful! Wigle whiskey 4 LYFE. read more

Looking for a quick pit stop by the Strip District before a late lunch, my boyfriend and I stumbled upon Wigle Whiskey's distillery and tasting room. One thing I did not realize beforehand is that Wigle Whiskey actually makes a wide variety of spirits; including vodka, gin, absinthe, and whiskey, (they also have a few brewers' specials). We tried two of their signature cocktails featuring their absinthe and whiskey. Both were delicious and very refreshing on a hot Pittsburgh day. While we did not have time for a tour, the space and distillery looked very cool. They have weekly events and specials, with the occasional food truck stopping by. They also offer a variety of bartending supplies to make your own drinks with their products at home! One thing to note about the tasting room - there is limited seating. Most of the tables are designed for you stand and enjoy your beverage, and of the two tables with chairs, a group of 10 was using one for tasting flights and a group of workers labeling bottles was occupying the other. After asking about additional seating, the workers made room for us at their table. read more

A fun place with tasty cocktails and a large variety of locally made whiskeys. They cocktails are reasonably priced and unique. I'll be interested to see what kinds of aged whiskeys they produce in the future. I want to come back and take the tour next time. read more

They are getting 5 stars for the passion that they are putting in to this place. It's a brand-spankin-new distillery, and they are the first distillery to open in Pittsburgh, as Nick says, in 90+ years. PA is slowly moving away from their Blue Law past and allowing the alcohol-producing companies put down new roots. Amen to that! The distillery is a very small operation; in our tour they mentioned that most companies "small batch" varieties produce more in one "small batch" than Wigle does in an entire year! Their still is bad ass, and is a modern copper kettle variety, imported from Germany. It's worth looking at. They are currently only have two products for sale right now, white Rye whiskey and white Wheat whiskey. I picked up a bottle of wheat, as it has some unique flavor, and I believe it will mix well in many traditionally-vodka applications. The rye, while it has great flavor very reminiscent of how a grain bin on the farm smells (yeah, I grew up rural, so?) I just don't like it enough to drink straight, and I don't know that I could mix much with it, either. They are however aging it and it'll be ready to go in a few years...at which point I shall return. I love the spirit that these folks have, and the fact that they are just figuring it out as they go. I am sure they will continue to refine their products and create new ones, and you should stop in to support that effort. The bottles are ~$32 each, so it's not going to break the bank. read more

The tour is a lot of fun, with plenty of tasting and a staff with a wealth of knowledge about the history of the area and the distillery. They have a very large selection available, some of which is only available in the distillery, not in stores, and everything can be sampled. The bar/tour waiting area is a bit small, so it can seem very crowded just before a tour kicks off, but it's worth it. read more

Really great location! Good was wonderful. Recommend French onion grilled cheese! Whiskey flights were good as well

This is a very cool place to go to. My only downfall (why I gave it a 4 star rating) about the place is that I kind of thought it was more of a bar type atmosphere where you could sit down and have a few drinks, but its not really anything like that at all. There's a garage door opening and a few tall tables to stand at and have your drink. Don't go there planning to sit down to a few cocktails though. With that said, my girl and I went on the Wigle tour. With that you are given a free cocktail if I recall when you enter. The tour is quite good. There was a young man and women who lead the way. Its very small in the back room. You pretty much move 5 feet here, 5 feet there, 5 feet back there, take a seat and try a few of their whiskey's and the tour is over. Maybe about 45min length total for the tour. The tour though was very entertaining nonetheless. At each stop, the young man talked about how they make their "organic whiskeys" and what goes into each of the whiskey's they produce while the young lady entertained us with a funny story about the history of Wigle and the Pittsburgh area during the Whiskey Rebellion. This is a nice tour for a fathers day gift, or for your boyfriend or hubby if they like their spirits. At the end of the tour you sit down a table with a handful of other people and they talk about how they bottle their product and they had about 5 of their spirits for us to try, I was seated with my girl, and a group of 3 other women. None of them really liked the Whiskey haha, but that's because they serve it to you straight, I even heard the one girl go, Oh my gosh I need some coke in this, and in the end they pretty much passed their whiskey down my way and I definitely got my price of the tour's worth of drinks. After the tour, I bought a bottle of the Geniever Gin because I am a Gin Man, though I really wanted to buy a dark rye whiskey, just for around $50 a bottle I was already kinda broke for the day so I went with the cheapest spirit they had for sale just to show some appreciation for the good time I had. My girl and I also stayed around and had a few of the interesting cocktails they have, one had honey in it and was heated (more of a winter kind of drink) the other had some kind of maple syrup in it with cinnamon (reminded me of fall). All and all very good stuff that I've never had before. Do go and check this place out. From what I've recently been hearing, they are trying to get their whiskey sold locally at state stores around the Pennsylvania area. A handful of bars in downtown Pittsburgh actually have many cocktails using the Wigle brand already so its nice to know that the business is doing good. May your drink always stay cold! You're Truely, The Shaw... read more

This was my second tour to Wigle Whiskey. Each time was with guests who were new to Pittsburgh. Each visit was engaging, informative, and fun! Our tour guide was an energetic and entertaining young woman who shared the Wigle story using historical references. She maintained everyone's attention while we toured and sipped our tastings throughout the tour. To be fair, I am not a fan of whiskey, but a raving fan of the Wigle Distillery. Add it to your list of fun things to see and do at the Strip! Cheers! read more

Take the tour. Learn about whiskey. Drink the whiskey. Meredith and crew really put some love into the whiskey. I will be seeing you read more

My friends and I decided to slip into this place while walking around the area. well.. what started off as a a short afternoon affair turned into an afternoon extravaganza! We were all so floored at how amazing their products were! We started off ordering a flight to try different drinks, then moved onto ordering proper full drinks, then moved on to buying a bottles to take home for ourselves and for gifting to friends and family. I will definitely stop by here again! Proud of the local craft being so excellent! read more