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Distilleries in Iowa

27 of the 416 wineries, breweries, distilleries and wine bars we track in Iowa are distilleries and tasting rooms. Full listings for every city are on the Iowa page.

27locations
23cities
416locations 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.

Bettendorf 2

  1. Cat's Eye Distillery

    3232 Bear Tooth Ct, Bettendorf, IA 52722

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  2. Cat's Eye Distillery

    4860 Heatherstone Rd, Bettendorf, IA 52722-5437

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Le Claire 2

  1. Mississippi River Distilling Company

    303 N Cody Rd, Le Claire, IA 52753

    Food served
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  2. Mississippi River Distilling

    Mississippi River Distilling, Le Claire, IA 52753

    Food served
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Spencer 2

  1. Century Farms Distillery

    2304 Hwy Blvd, Spencer, IA 51301

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  2. American Heritage Distillers, Llc

    2304 Highway Blvd, Spencer, IA 51301-2108

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West Des Moines 2

  1. The Foundry

    111 S 11th St Ste 100, West Des Moines, IA 50265

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  2. Alchemy Lounge

    111 S 11th St Ste 100, West Des Moines, IA 50265

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Bancroft 1

  1. S & B Farms Distillery

    212 E Ramsey St, Bancroft, IA 50517

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Carroll 1

  1. Iowa Legendary Rye

    707 N Main St, Carroll, IA 51401

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Carson 1

  1. Judge Richard Distillery

    121 Broadway St, Carson, IA 51525

    Tours
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Cherokee 1

  1. Wych Dr Distilling Co

    314 S 5th St, Cherokee, IA 51012

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Clear Lake 1

  1. 173 Craft Distillery

    306 1st Ave N, Clear Lake, IA 50428

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Clive 1

  1. Dehner Distillery

    7500 University Ave Ste e, Clive, IA 50325

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Cumming 1

  1. Iowa Distilling Company

    4349 Cumming Ave, Cumming, IA 50061

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Davenport 1

  1. Mississippi River Distilling Company

    318 E 2nd St, Davenport, IA 52801

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Earling 1

  1. Lonely Oak Distillery

    1833 Elmwood Rd, Earling, IA 51530

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Holstein 1

  1. Werner Distilling

    101 N Hamburg St, Holstein, IA 51025

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Keokuk 1

  1. Green Frog Distillery

    3345 270th Ave, Keokuk, IA 52632-9830

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Lisbon 1

  1. Sutliff Cider Company

    382 Sutliff Rd, Lisbon, IA 52253

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Osceola 1

  1. Revelton Distilling Company

    1400 W Clay St, Osceola, IA 50213

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Oxford 1

  1. John Ernest Distillery Inc

    3365 Black Hawk Ave NW, Oxford, IA 52322-9169

Rock Rapids 1

  1. Rock River Distillation

    3294 170th St, Rock Rapids, IA 51246

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Sioux City 1

  1. Sioux City Distilling Co

    313 Perry St, Sioux City, IA 51103

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Swisher 1

  1. Cedar Ridge Distillery

    1441 Marak Rd NW, Swisher, IA 52338

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Templeton 1

  1. Templeton Distillery

    209 Rye Ave, Templeton, IA 51463-5040

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Webster City 1

  1. Wildcat Distilling Company Tasting Room

    713 2nd St, Webster City, IA 50595

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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 27 top wine destinations across Iowa 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 27 locations in Iowa.