Discover the art of bourbon blending at Detroit City Distillery's hands-on experience. Craft your own personalized bottle and learn the secrets behind this iconic spirit in Michigan's Motor City.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required, comfortable attire recommended
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History
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Conservation
The distillery emphasizes sustainable practices, sourcing local ingredients and reducing waste.
Detroit City Distillery
Discover the art of bourbon blending at Detroit City Distillery's hands-on experience. Craft your own personalized bottle and learn the secrets behind this iconic spirit in Michigan's Motor City.
Detroit City Distillery is a craft distillery located in Detroit, Michigan, offering hands-on distilling and cocktail experiences that highlight local spirits and hospitality. The distillery runs a mix of educational and entertainment-focused events, including a guided cocktail class, a personalized bourbon blending session, and themed brunch events hosted at the 100 Proof venue. Participants learn the distilling process, spirit history, and tasting techniques from trained professionals and award-winning mixologists.
Visitors can join Market Mixology 101 to craft four classic cocktails, develop palate skills through guided tastings, and take home a custom-etched rocks glass. The B.Y.O.B. (Blend Your Own Bourbon) Experience teaches the components of whiskey flavor and allows guests to blend from four distinct barrels to create a single personalized bottle. Seasonal and special events, such as the Halloween Drag Brunch at 100 Proof, combine live performance with brunch menus and craft cocktails in a ticketed, seated format.
Detroit City Distillery emphasizes transparency in process and product: tours include explanations of sourcing, mash bills, and aging concepts relevant to small-batch distilling. The venue operates in Detroit and provides clear ticketing and event information for each experience. As a business featured on The Adventure Collective, Detroit City Distillery provides structured, ticketed experiences designed for learning, tasting, and celebration, suitable for individuals, small groups, and gift experiences.
Location
Detroit, MI
Located in Detroit, Michigan
Expert Hosts
Award-winning mixologists
Led by trained cocktail professionals
Takeaways
Etched glass & bottled blend
Souvenirs included with experiences
Experiences
3 Experiences
Cocktail class, bourbon blend, brunch
Reserve Market Mixology, Blend Your Own Bourbon, or a ticketed Drag Brunch at 100 Proof — limited seats available for each session.
Arrive early for a full experience
Getting there early ensures you have ample time to participate in all parts of the tour and blending session.
Sip responsibly
Enjoy tastings at a leisurely pace to fully appreciate the flavor profiles without rushing.
Book in advance
Reserve your spot ahead of time, as this popular experience tends to fill quickly.
Bring a camera
Capture your personalized bourbon bottle and the behind-the-scenes moments of the tour.
Comfortable clothing
Dress comfortably for a relaxed tour and tasting experience.
Notepad and pen
Jot down flavor notes or personal blending ideas.
Camera or smartphone
Capture your personalized bottle and behind-the-scenes moments.
ID and booking confirmation
Necessary for check-in and age verification.