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The Zoe Report Readers' Choice Awards: Best Distillery Tours In The US
There’s a story behind every pour.
The best distillery tours offer more than a behind-the-scenes look at how beloved spirits are made; they bring craftsmanship, regional tradition, and distinct flavors to life. This year’s nominees invite visitors to sip, explore, and discover the stories behind every pour.
Voting for this contest has concluded. The top 10 vote-getters will be announced on this page on 17 September 2026 at noon ET. Thank you to all of these fantastic brands and, of course, the TZR community for your participation!
Have questions? Read the official Readers’ Choice rules.
Angel's Envy
Louisville, KY
Bardstown Bourbon Company
Bardstown, KY
Casa Silencio
Xaagá, Oaxaca, MX
Castle & Key Distillery
Frankfort, KY
Clase Azul La Terraza
Tequila, Jalisco, MX
Dillon's Small Batch Distillers
Beamsville, ON
Four Roses Distillery
Lawrenceburg, KY
Freeland Spirits
Portland, OR
Frey Ranch Farmers & Distillers
Fallon, NV
Great Jones Distilling Co.
New York, NY
High West Distillery
Wanship, UT
Old Forester Distilling Co.
Louisville, KY
Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey
Denver, CO
Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey
Shelbyville, TN
WhistlePig Whiskey
Louisville, KY
Photos Courtesy of Angel's Envy/Bardstown Bourbon Company/Casa Silencio/Castle & Key Distillery/Clase Azul La Terraza/Dillon's Small Batch Distillers/Four Roses Distillery/Freeland Spirits/Frey Ranch Farmers & Distillers/Great Jones Distilling Co./High West Distillery/Old Forester Distilling Co./Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey/Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey/WhistlePig
