Behind the Barrels:

Distillery Tours & Tastings

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Join us for an immersive journey into the history of moonshine in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Our complimentary tours, led by a member of the Crystal Ridge Distillery team, offers a fascinating insight into the local Arkansas traditions that shape our distilling process.

What to expect:

  • Learn about the heritage and authenticity of our historic building, which was hand-built between 1910 and 1920 on the edge of downtown Hot Springs, and marvel at its modern revitalization while maintaining its original charm.

  • Experience a firsthand look at our distilling process, from our specially ground grain to our notable 250-gallon copper and wood still "Patrick" and witness our meticulous bottling and labeling procedures.

Tour Details:

  • Duration: Approximately 20 minutes

  • No reservation required

  • Tours are provided at no charge for our guests

  • Offered daily, see schedule below

TOUR SCHEDULE

Monday

Tour Time: 2:00pm

Tuesday

RETAIL CLOSED

Friday

Tour Time: 2:00pm

Tour Time: 5:00pm

Saturday

Tour Time: 2:00pm

Tour Time: 5:00pm

Wednesday

RETAIL CLOSED

Thursday

Tour Time: 2:00pm

Sunday

Tour Time: 2:00pm

TASTINGS

Tastings are offered every 30 minutes.

No reservation required.

One of our experienced Crystal Ridge Distillery Moonshine Experts will lead you through a curated sampling of our handcrafted Arkansas moonshine, premium vodka, and ready-to-drink (RTD) vodka cocktails. Guests will also enjoy a featured moonshine cocktail made with our locally distilled moonshine.

Our tasting menu rotates daily, giving visitors the opportunity to sample our newest releases and most popular moonshines and canned vodka cocktails. You may also enjoy a sample of one of our signature bar cocktails crafted with our small-batch Moonshine or Arkansas Vodka.

Whether you’re looking for a fun tasting experience in Hot Springs, AR or want to explore authentic Arkansas craft spirits, our guided tastings are the perfect way to discover the flavors of Crystal Ridge Distillery.

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TASTING ROOM and

LOUNGE HOURS

Monday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Friday: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Saturday: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Sunday: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Four cans of flavored vodka soda placed on a wooden surface with a halved lime and a glass with ice and a lime wedge. The cans are labeled Twist O Lime, Pina Colada, Strawberry Mojito, and Spicy Melon-Rita.