Cincinnati Distilleries
Boone County Distilling Co.
Revive historic Kentucky bourbon traditions at Boone County Distilling Co. in Independence (just south of Cincinnati), reborn in 2015 with small-batch straight bourbons like Eighteen 33 and pot-still expressions that honor pre-Prohibition roots—”Made by Ghosts”—complete with tours, tastings, and an event center for an authentic whiskey experience near the Queen City.
Address: 10601 Toebben Dr, Independence, KY 41051
Website: https://boonedistilling.com
Brain Brew Custom Whiskey
Create your own personalized whiskey at Brain Brew Custom Whiskey in Newtown (Cincinnati suburb), an interactive distillery offering hands-on blending sessions, award-winning bourbons like the Dexter series, and educational tours celebrating Cincinnati’s historic whiskey heritage.
Address: 3849 Edwards Rd, Newtown, OH 45244
Website: https://brainbrewwhiskey.com
Cincinnati Distilling
Savor heritage-inspired whiskeys at Cincinnati Distilling in Milford (Greater Cincinnati area), producing premium bourbons, rye, and unique flavored expressions like peanut butter and peach whiskey in a historic-inspired facility with tours, rooftop bar, and elevated dining.
Address: 203 Mill St, Milford, OH 45150
Website: https://www.cincinnatidistilling.com
Karrikin Spirits Company
Explore flavor-forward craft whiskey at Karrikin Spirits Company in Fairfax (Cincinnati area), a full-service distillery and event space creating small-batch bourbon and innovative spirits from grain to glass, paired with house-made beers and a community-focused taproom experience.
Address: 3717 Jonlen Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45227
Website: https://karrikinspirits.com
Knox Joseph Distillery at OTR StillHouse
Enjoy multi-sensory spirits at Knox Joseph Distillery at OTR StillHouse in Over-the-Rhine Cincinnati, one of the city’s early post-Prohibition distilleries crafting spicy whiskey, smooth bourbon, and gin in a vibrant indoor/outdoor venue with entertainment and house-made beer/wine.
Address: 2017 Branch St, Cincinnati, OH 45214
Website: https://otrstillhouse.com
New Riff Distilling
Discover award-winning sour mash whiskeys at New Riff Distilling in Newport (just across the river from downtown Cincinnati), an independent Kentucky distillery crafting bold bottled-in-bond bourbon, rye, and innovative expressions with guided tours overlooking the Ohio River.
Address: 24 Distillery Way, Newport, KY 41071
Website: https://newriffdistilling.com
Northside Distilling Co.
Dive into bold, authentic spirits at Northside Distilling Co. in downtown Cincinnati, the city’s first distillery since Prohibition, producing award-winning bourbon, corn whiskey, and limited releases with free tastings, tours, and a no-frills approach to high-quality craft distillation.
Address: 922 Race St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Website: https://www.northsidedistilling.com
Northern Row Brewery & Distillery
Experience historic vibes at Northern Row Brewery & Distillery in Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, a grain-to-glass operation crafting smooth house-distilled bourbon, rye, and malted whiskey alongside craft beers in a restored pre-Prohibition building with tours, tastings, and scratch-made food.
Address: 111 W McMicken Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Website: https://www.northernrow.com
Second Sight Spirits
Unleash mystical craft bourbon at Second Sight Spirits in Ludlow (just minutes from downtown Cincinnati), a unique fortune-teller-themed distillery handcrafting Oak Eye Kentucky Bourbon and rums on a custom-built still with magical tours and creative cocktails.
Address: 301 Elm St, Ludlow, KY 41016
Website: https://www.secondsightspirits.com
Woodstone Creek Distillery
Discover the innovative craft whiskey scene at Woodstone Creek Distillery in Cincinnati, Ohio, the state’s first micro-distillery since Prohibition, specializing in small-batch single-malt whiskeys, bourbons, and unique spirits made with traditional pot-still methods for authentic, award-winning flavors in a cozy tasting room setting.
Address: 4712 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45217
Website: https://www.woodstonecreek.com
These distilleries showcase the vibrant whiskey renaissance in the Greater Cincinnati area—perfect for tours, tastings, and discovering your next favorite pour! Check websites for current hours and events.