Discover Thistle Finch Distilling's tours on Saturdays with up to 39% off
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Takes ReservationsExplore Lancaster’s historic distillery and enjoy sampling award-winning whiskey, gin, and vodka crafted from local grains
Thinking about exploring something unique? Head over to Thistle Finch for a tour through Lancaster’s oldest distillery. Though guests under 21 can't taste, they are welcome to enjoy the tour alongside their guardians. Navigate through this historic site that isn't handicap accessible but promises an enriching experience. Tours run on Saturdays at 1:00 and 2:30, lasting just under an hour. Don’t forget to book your spot online after grabbing your Groupon!
What we offer
This deal offers different options tailored for couples, small groups or private gatherings. Each includes admission to Saturday tours plus souvenir shirts as mementos of your visit. The private tour option provides an exclusive look into distillery operations tailored just for you.- Admission for 2 to the public tour on Saturdays w/ souvenir shirts: A delightful experience for two with keepsake shirts included
- Admission for 4 to the public tour on Saturdays w/ souvenir shirts: Perfect for small groups wanting a shared adventure
- Private tour for up to 10 people: Ideal for groups seeking an exclusive and personalized distillery exploration
Why you should grab the offer
Visiting Thistle Finch Distilling means stepping into a world where history meets exceptional craftsmanship. Nestled in a historic warehouse in downtown Lancaster, it offers not just spirits but stories etched in time. The distillery is famed for its small batch White Rye Whiskey that has earned accolades far and wide. Enjoying this experience means more than just tasting; it's about being part of an age-old tradition celebrated through their housemade infusions and specialty cocktails. With its rustic yet elegant setting, every visit is sure to be memorable—ideal whether you're seeking knowledge or simply good company over classic drinks.Need to know info
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Additional Info
- Registration to reserve your chosen time is required and available on our website. Guests under 21 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian and are welcome to participate in the tour, but not the tasting. Public tours available on Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 p.m.
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Terms & Conditions
- Limit 3 per person(s), may buy 1 additional as gift(s).
- May be repurchased every 30 days.
- Limit 1 per visit.
- Valid only for option purchased.
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- Promotional value expires 90 days after purchase. Amount paid never expires.
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About Thistle Finch Distilling
As Lancaster County's only operating distillery—and indeed its first since Prohibition—Thistle Finch Distilling has a lot of expectations and assumptions to deal with. Thankfully, it seems more than up to the task, considering it's already been included in a New York Times tour of Amish Country's high-end farm-to-table renaissance.
The Spirits
The flagship spirit is the straight rye whiskey, made from rye, wheat, and malted barley grown in Lancaster and Lebanon Counties. With sweet and spicy flavors, it's full of American-style character. The small-batch distillery has also introduced Market Alley gin, accented with citrus and other locally sourced flavors, and Penn Square vodka, which is filtered multiple times over.
The Distillery
Although it's housed in a turn-of-the-century tobacco warehouse listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the facility's star is a shining copper still built in 2013. But the rest of the distillery is certainly eye-catching, too. Wooden barrels rest against rough-hewn stone walls, a stunningly architectural staircase leads upstairs, and exposed brick surrounds the industrial bar, which plays host to tastings for guests and tour-goers.
The Community
There's no shortage of personal touches here. Employees and friends of the distillers apply labels and inscribe bottling dates by hand on each individual bottle. Meanwhile, the bartenders not only pour classic cocktails but also constantly create inventive libations, often based around housemade infusions. The rye whiskey has been infused with everything from habaneros to black coffee to plums to peppercorns.