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Distilleries in Connecticut

34 of the 464 wineries, breweries, distilleries and wine bars we track in Connecticut are distilleries and tasting rooms. Full listings for every city are on the Connecticut page.

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26cities
464locations statewide

Distilleries vary widely in format, ranging from production-focused facilities with small sample bars to full-service cocktail lounges and brewpubs. Some locations require advance reservations for formal tours, while others operate open-door tasting rooms with flight options. A simple map pin shows the location, but it does not tell you whether a spot focuses strictly on bottle sales or offers food and full drink menus.

East Hartford 4

  1. Moxi On The Rocks

    87 Church St, East Hartford, CT 06108-3720

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  2. Fruitful Mixology Llc

    36 Cedar St, East Hartford, CT 06108-2003

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  3. Onyx Moonshine

    64 Oakland Ave, East Hartford, CT 06108-4042

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  4. Central Ct Distillers Llc

    36 Cedar St, East Hartford, CT 06108-2003

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Bridgeport 2

  1. Fifth State Distillery

    259 Asylum St, Bridgeport, CT 06610

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  2. Asylum Distillery

    259 Asylum St, Bridgeport, CT 06610

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Hartford 2

  1. Hartford Flavor Company Distillery

    30 Arbor St #107, Hartford, CT 06106

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  2. CT Spirits Trail

    30 Arbor St, Hartford, CT 06106-1200

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Norwalk 2

  1. Blaze Whisky

    19 Day St, Norwalk, CT 06854

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  2. SoNo 1420

    19 Day St, Norwalk, CT 06854

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South Windsor 2

  1. John Fitch Distilling Company

    51 Glendale Rd, South Windsor, CT 06074

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  2. The Flying Canoe

    51 Glendale Rd, South Windsor, CT 06074

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Windsor 2

  1. Powdermen Spirits

    625 Day Hill Rd, Windsor, CT 06095

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  2. O J Thrall Inc

    715 River St, Windsor, CT 06095

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Ashford 1

  1. Westford Hill Distillers

    196 Chatey Rd, Ashford, CT 06278

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Bloomfield 1

  1. Waypoint Spirits

    410 Woodland Ave, Bloomfield, CT 06002

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Branford 1

  1. Branford Distillery

    11 Sycamore Way, Branford, CT 06405-6516

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Canton 1

  1. Full Moonshine

    183 Bahre Corner Rd, Canton, CT 06019

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Colchester 1

  1. ARK Distillery

    200 Lebanon Ave, Colchester, CT 06415

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Coventry 1

  1. Dragonfire Meadery

    580 Main St, Coventry, CT 06238

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East Hampton 1

  1. American Distilling Manufacturing Co

    31 E High St, East Hampton, CT 06424

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Groton 1

  1. Dark Waters Distillery

    129 Bridge St, Groton, CT 06340-3603

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Litchfield 1

  1. Litchfield Distillery

    569 Bantam Rd, Litchfield, CT 06759

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Manchester 1

  1. Eighth District Distilling Company

    640 Hilliard St Ste 3101/3103, Manchester, CT 06042

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Middletown 1

  1. Spoke + Spy Ciderworks

    Remington Rand, 180 Johnson St, Middletown, CT 06457

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Pomfret 1

  1. Watercure Farm Distillery

    426 Mashamoquet Rd, Pomfret, CT 06259

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Roxbury 1

  1. Mine Hill Distillery

    5 Mine Hill Rd, Roxbury, CT 06783

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Shelton 1

  1. White Hills Distillery

    278 Leavenworth Rd 110, Building B, Shelton, CT 06484

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Simsbury 1

  1. Powdermen Spirits Company

    738 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT 06070

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Southington 1

  1. Long View Ciderhouse

    36 Long Bottom Rd, Southington, CT 06489

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Stamford 1

  1. First Cut Barrel Co

    375 Fairfield Ave Buidling 13, Stamford, CT 06902

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Stonington 1

  1. Rum Tropic Distillery

    22 Bayview Ave Ste 47, Stonington, CT 06378

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Wallingford 1

  1. Elm City Distillery

    53 Capital Dr, Wallingford, CT 06492-5818

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Waterbury 1

  1. Connecticut Distilling

    2066 Thomaston Ave, Waterbury, CT 06704-1061

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Check driver policies before visiting. Spirits tastings involve higher-proof alcohol, so plan for a designated driver or rideshare, and check if the location allows minors if traveling with family.

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Good to know

Do distilleries serve food?

Food offerings range from light bar snacks and cheese boards to full kitchen menus. Some industrial production spaces bring in food trucks on weekends, while others permit outside food. Check the specific venue details to see if a full meal is available on site.

What is included in a distillery tasting?

A standard tasting typically includes small pours of three to five house-made spirits, such as bourbon, gin, or vodka. Some locations include a guided talk or a quick tour of the stills, while others serve flights directly at the bar. Cocktails and full bottles are usually sold separately.

Do I need to make a reservation in advance?

Walk-ins are often welcome for basic counter service and bottle purchases, but formal tours and weekend seated tastings frequently require booking. If you are traveling with a group larger than six people, calling ahead is recommended to secure space.

Is Napa or Sonoma better?

Napa Valley is generally known for luxury estate experiences and Cabernet Sauvignon, while Sonoma County offers a more relaxed, rustic atmosphere with diverse microclimates. Choosing between them depends on whether you prefer high-end luxury or informal country vineyards. You can explore 34 top wine destinations across Connecticut on WineryAtlas.

How to find cheap weekend getaways?

Look for tasting rooms and boutique vineyard stays in emerging wine regions rather than major tourist centers, and book mid-week or off-peak seasons. Visiting local tasting rooms offers affordable entertainment and regional culture. Discover budget-friendly wine getaways across 34 locations in Connecticut.