Combine the legendary waters of the Northwoods with Wisconsin-grown grains, add in regionally grown fruits and botanicals, and a healthy dose of creative experimentation; and you've found the key ingredients to Northern Waters Distillery spirits!

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Influenced By The Northwoods

Each batch, each barrel, and each bottle showcase our independent, small craft, and traditional nature. Products feature regionally sourced materials – from rye and wheat to maple syrup and cranberries – a little bit of the Northwoods is always showcased.

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Traditionally Inspired Craft Cocktails

Supper club cocktails have a rich history in Wisconsin. We’ve updated the classics and added anew to build a distinctively crafted menu that features home-blended mixers including made-from-scratch shrubs, bitters, garnishes and more.

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Where Locals and Visitors Meet

Built with community in mind. Social tables for new and familiar friends alike, games indoors and out, and a lakeside patio highlight our small but busy gathering space – now a must-stop on your Northwoods visits. We welcome all ages plus your furry friends!

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Tours & Events

Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at our distillery while learning of the science and art behind deliciously aged and expertly blended spirits. Tour leaders explain the differences among clear and aged spirits, the subtle intricacies of distillation, barrel aging and blending, and the tasteful beauty of everything we make. Each tour includes a cocktail.

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