St. Augustine Distillery

The St. Augustine Distillery is located in the historic Ice Plant building. It's easily accessible by car, and parking is available on the side of the building, shared with the Ice Plant Bar. Many visitors also include it as a stop on trolley tours or historic food tours. +1

Yes, there is parking available on the side of the building, which is shared with the attached restaurant, Ice Plant Bar. It can get busy, so arriving early is recommended.

Depending on your accommodation, it might be walkable from downtown St. Augustine. It's located in the uptown area, so check your map. Many visitors use the Old Town Trolley to hop on and off near the distillery.

Yes, the distillery is a popular stop on various St. Augustine tours, including the Old Town Trolley Tour and historic food tours. This makes it easy to incorporate into your sightseeing.

Consider using ride-sharing services or checking if your hotel offers shuttle services. The Old Town Trolley is also a convenient option for getting around the historic areas and stopping at the distillery.

Yes, the self-guided tour at the St. Augustine Distillery is completely free and includes multiple tasting stations. +1

While the self-guided tour is free and doesn't require booking, it's wise to arrive early, especially on weekends, to avoid crowds. For specific tasting experiences or private events, booking might be necessary.

The distillery typically operates daily, but hours can vary. It's best to check their official website or social media for the most up-to-date operating hours before your visit.

The free tasting usually includes samples of their house-made cocktails like the Florida Mule, Essential Tonic, Old Fashion, and Tropical Tiki Mix, made with their vodka, gin, rum, and bourbon.

Yes, you can purchase bottles of their spirits, mixers, and merchandise directly from the distillery's shop after your tour and tasting.

They produce a variety of award-winning spirits, including bourbon, rum, gin, and vodka, often using local ingredients. They also offer all-natural mixers.

Many visitors highly recommend their bourbon, particularly 'The Saint.' Their gin is also frequently praised for being exceptionally smooth.

Yes, the St. Augustine Distillery is attached to the highly-rated Ice Plant Bar, which serves incredible food and craft cocktails made with their spirits.

The self-guided tour typically takes about 45 minutes to an hour, allowing time to read the information and enjoy the tasting stations.

The distillery offers various experiences, including private tastings and events. It's best to contact them directly or check their website for details on booking private events.

Yes, photos are generally allowed and encouraged inside the distillery. The historic Ice Plant building offers many visually interesting spots for photography. +1

Capture shots of the impressive distilling equipment, the historic architecture of the Ice Plant building, and of course, your tasting samples. The bar area at Ice Plant Bar also makes for great photos. +1

Absolutely! Documenting your tasting experience, from the cocktails to the spirits themselves, is a great way to remember your visit.

While generally permitted, always be mindful of other visitors and staff. Avoid intrusive photography, especially during guided portions of any tours or private events.

Both smartphones and dedicated cameras work well. The lighting inside can be atmospheric, so a camera with good low-light performance or a phone with a strong night mode can be beneficial.