Let’s cheers to the summer and cheers to the abundance of must visit distilleries in Jacksonville! Distilleries are a great way to explore the area and try local businesses while sipping on delicious drinks! And we love that each distillery gives their liquor a unique twist to make it their own – and your new favorite spot!
Round up your friends and get ready to sip – and tour – some of the best Florida distillers!
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Manifest Distilling
We’re manifesting some smooth, delicious, and organic drinks and Manifest Distilling is providing! Manifest Distilling is all about the American dream in the form of spirits! They trust in the process of commitment and patience to create a truly delicious and one of kind spirits experience and that’s why it has made our must visit distilleries in Florida list!
They offer distillery tours so you can see just how authentic their process is – and try the goods! And if you’re more into cocktails made with craft spirits, they recently opened a cocktail room along with a tasting room so you can customize your distillery experience to your drinking needs!
Okay, there are two things all Florida locals about their state – pirates and oranges! And Florida distilleries in Jacksonville are no different! Luckily, our orange loving pirates can find a home in Citrus Distillers! Specializing in rum and whiskey – aye aye matey – with a citrus twist, this micro-distillery had to make it on our list!
We love that they share some of their favorite cocktail recipes using their own whiskey and rum on Facebook so you can recreate the experience at home! But of course, the real experience is in the distillery and worth a trip out with the crew!
Are you ready for one of the coolest and most upscale distilleries in town Raise your glass if you are ready for this must visit distillery in Jacksonville! Without further ado, welcome to Grey Matter Distillery! We absolutely love the chill vibes that the grey scale interior gives off and of course their amazing spirits!
Grey Matter is home to Carve Craft Vodka AND Live Oak Whiskey – and we know you’re already saying ‘I know those brands!’ Yeah, their local favorites and both distilled on site so you can get a tour a try a fresh batch for yourself!
St. Augustine is known for their friendly spirits around town but St. Augustine Distillery takes their spirits game to a whole new level… and may make some roaming spirits friendlier! All of their spirits are uniquely Florida, paying homage to the state this great distillery was born in! And their whiskey tours are second to none – seriously! They have continually been voted best whiskey tour in North America due to their exceptional knowledge, smooth drinks, and always providing a great time!
Plus, they take their job seriously! Not only do they strive to make the best spirits, but they lift the St. Augustine spirits up by providing sustainably sourced ingredients and give back to the community around them! Trust us, this is a distillery you want to get with!
This St. Augustine-based Distillery is located right at the old City Gate on St. George Street. After a day exploring the Nation’s Oldest City, stop in for a complimentary tasting featuring their best moonshine, whiskey, and rum. With unique flavors like peanut butter whiskey and orange n’ cream moonshine, there are so many delicious sips to explore at City Gate Spirits!
This Fernandina Beach Distillery offers a serious punch! Making making Bourbon, Rum, Vodka, Gin and cellos, Marlin & Barrel is a craft distillery you absolutely have to stop at during a visit to Amelia Island. Drop by to sample some of their amazing drinks at a tasting and bring home a bottle (or 10!) of their smooth handcrafted spirits.
This family-owned distillery is bringing Jacksonville some of the best, high-quality spirits in town! Book a tasting to try some of their amazing products or visit to pick up unique liquors! With unique cream flavors like Coffee Macchiato and Chocolate Banana, to fan-favorites like spiced rum and raspberry vodka – fuel your next homemade cocktail with Sounds of Spirits.
278 Talleyrand Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32202Sounds of Spirits Craft Distillery
Last but certainly not least on this tour of distilleries in Florida is Four Fathers Distillery! We know so many of you are already shaking your heads and saying “oh yeah,” because this local favorite is one of the bests! Their spirits are locally sourced so you know it’s going to be all Florida in your glass with a touch of sophistication!
All of their spirits are amazing but we love that each season they switch it up a bit with seasonal flavors to keep us on our toes and excited wondering what’ll come next! Their fruity flavored vodkas are the best way to beat that Jacksonville heat with some crafty cocktails and great tastes!
We know, so many great distilleries in Jacksonville! Now it’s time to decide which of these distilleries in Jacksonville you’ll be heading first! Let us know by tagging us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest and using #StuffToDoInJacksonville! Download our app for the latest Jacksonville events!