Spoke to Nathan prior to visiting and spent the evening with a flight of YB whiskeys, brandy old fashioned, apple brandy old fashioned, Cranberry Jalapeno Mule, Ginger Apple Brandy Old Fashioned, and ended the evening with a Maple Syrup Brandy old fashioned and some of Nathans imports (Welsh Whiskey.) GREAT customer service. Walked away with 3 bottles of various YB spirits, a big smile, and a very happy experience. Would suggest taking your wife for a nice conversation with friendly people and classy spirits. Will definitely go again!
I was very impressed with the tasting and tour at the Yahara Bay Distillery. The bourbons tasted were amazing. Nathan was a very personable host. Chris gave one of the finest tours of the processing facilities. You could tell by his enthusiasm and knowledge that the products would be exceptional. I can’t wait to visit again with friends.
Had a fantastic tour experience. The different spirits were all great as well.
Ordered the chicken parm flatbread, which came with this gem. Their chef made his own special hot sauce with one of the vodkas they produce.On its own, the flatbread is good, but the sauce brought it to the next level. At first the sauce hits you with a sweet note, then slowly builds heat - nothing that’ll make you sweat ‘n regret, it adds a spice note that we didn’t think we needed, but we loved, and ended up drowning out flatbread with it.I highly suggest it for anyone visiting.I should also add, Yahara Bay is one of our favorite places to frequent, regardless!
Great atmosphere, great cocktails, excellent staff!
Nice, casual place thats great for date night! Interesting and delicious drinks that rotate seasonally so theres always something new to try. And Friday night music is always enjoyable.
Enjoyed the concert that didnt require a cover charge, nor were the cocktails overpriced. Their Maple Bourbon Old Fashions were amazing. Very enjoyable.I thought the bar itself was poorly designed as staff was tripping over each other in a highly congested and small area--this didnt compromise our enjoyment of the evening, but perhaps slowed service. I thought it might be better if they didnt have stools in that area so patrons could order drinks without leaning over or between other guests whod elected to sit there. I otherwise wish they had table service, which would have been preferable for our group as someone was always gone getting cocktails.I like the fact that there was no recorded music played between sets so we could converse.I thought they could have had a few more of their barrels in the concert area that could be used as tables for guests--we pulled one over for our group of six and it was perfect for as wed otherwise have not had a table on a busy Friday night. Perhaps a few more chairs as well.An area that some people tried dancing on was carpeted, which made no sense.They had a good looking display of their products on tables next to the exit door--but anyone could have grabbed a bottle on their way out the door. Seemed dumb to me. Beyond that, are people leaving really going to stop and take a bottle and return to the busy bar area to pay for it?All that said, well be back! Its a nice place. Staff was friendly and the music wasnt too loud for our 60+ age group.
We got hand sanitizer from Yahara Bay Distillers and it is the best. My co-workers dont like the pure alcohol smell of it. I love it!!!!! Cant wait to get down to Madison to try some of their Bourbon. Thank you Yahara Bay for keeping me sanitized.
Awesome people and environment. Had the honor of speaking with one of the family (owners) and was blown away by the knowledge and level of humility.Very good spirits and drinks. Great facility to relax with friends and have an awesome cocktail
Events Manager Amber Iverson was a dependable partner in the planning of an all employee meeting. She was responsive, attentive to detail and flexible both prior to the event and during it. The entire space worked very well for our breakfast and meeting for 55, plus professional photography of staff.
Our first time coming here was for my sisters reception and honestly they could not have picked a better place! Everything was absolutely fantastic from amazing in house drinks to the service. I told myself I would check it out again when we don’t have an event. So we went while they were open to the public on Thursday and tried out some more of their specialty drinks. The bartenders are just some of the friendliest people I’ve met! The chef is also great with his amazing skills of the different style of food :). We will be back!Thanks!
Great distillery. The spirits are excellent, and there is always something going on. They do movie nights, art fair nights, etc. I always enjoy the snacks and the craft cocktails to.
I love the sound in this building. If you haven’t been here for a show, you don’t know what you’re missing.Great drinks and food combined with amazing staff were nice also.
This place is amazing. The quality of the alcohol is incomparable and their drinks are a bang for your buck. The tour is interesting and you learn so much and their facility is one of the chillest places in all of Madison.
If you are looking for the perfect place to throw a private party--look no further. The facility is top notch, the drinks are delicious and the staff/service was AMAZING. Thank you so much for making my husbands 30th birthday one he will never forget.
Enjoyable setting and drinks. Courteous and efficient service. Limited food menu. I believe they have live music on Friday nights, but I havent been. Location is difficult to get to, but only a few minutes outside Madison.
Super friendly staff! Great information on the tour. Six tasting samples after and extremely good quality product!
Ok I have to say this. I have been there twice since theyve moved and this move is taking FOREVER. They are all over the place. The bar just now got set up. I want this place to be a weekly hangout for me and my friends but both times weve gone weve seen people leave because they dont even have drink menus or lists of all the liquors at the bar. I loved the old place. I love the look of the new place and I want it to work but they have a LONG way to go.
Wonderful tour and free tastings. It was a unique experience and worth the stop
Their food is amazing and the chef is a one-man wrecking crew that creates unique and flavorful dishes. Im not a drinker, but Ive given several bottles of YBDs whiskey as gifts and everone loved it!
Knowledgeable and nice bartender and great cocktails. Upscale yet relaxed atmosphere.
The people are nice and the booze is outstanding. The best gin ever.
The prices for the bar alcohol is great, but the individual bottles are pretty expensive. Otherwise a cool spot and nice bartenders!
Great place! Awesome tour! Thanks Liz!
I love everything I have ever had from here.
Great crafted cocktails friendly service
Absolutely Fabulous Spirits! Excellent Team.
Nice people, great locally made spirits. I stop by frequently....
Had a great time with some tasty drinks.
Amazing food and drinks!! Staff is excellent!!
Great space and great company.
Beautiful space, friendly service, delicious beverages
Good spirits and great hostesses
Good dive.
Great tour and bar
Great distillery!
Increase the number of stars available, please.
Need to filter the bloody Mary
Great atmosphere