Learn the craft of whiskey-making with immersive flights and hands-on distilling at McClintock Distilling in Frederick, MD. This authentic, accessible experience highlights sustainable spirits and local flavor.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; suitable for most adults
Wildlife
History
Frederick’s distillery operates in a historic garage building, linking the craft to the city’s industrial past while embracing modern sustainable methods.
Conservation
McClintock Distilling emphasizes sustainability, using organic ingredients and eco-friendly practices to reduce environmental impact.
McClintock Distilling
Learn the craft of whiskey-making with immersive flights and hands-on distilling at McClintock Distilling in Frederick, MD. This authentic, accessible experience highlights sustainable spirits and local flavor.
McClintock Distilling is a Frederick, Maryland craft distillery known for producing organic, award-winning spirits and offering immersive visitor experiences. Located in downtown Frederick, the distillery opens its production space to guests through a range of guided options, from quick tasting tours to full-day, hands-on whiskey courses. Tours include a free Distillery Tasting and Tour with intimate groups capped at 30 people, a full McClintock Spirits Flight tasting of every bottled spirit, an ASL Guided Tour with an expert American Sign Language interpreter, and a Distilling 101 - Hands on Whiskey Production course that combines classroom instruction with milling, mashing, fermenting and bottling.
The Distilling 101 course provides participants with two bottles of their own whiskey and a 2L oak barrel for at-home aging, while the Spirits Flight showcases internationally award-winning organic whiskies, vodkas, gins and more. The ASL Guided Tour ensures accessibility and inclusive interpretation for deaf and hard-of-hearing visitors. Small-group tours and curated tasting experiences emphasize education, provenance and the craft process.
McClintock Distilling balances tasting hospitality with transparent production practices, highlighting organic ingredients and techniques that earned industry recognition. Visitors to the Frederick tasting room can expect guided pours of the current lineup, approachable tour lengths of 20–30 minutes for standard tours, and the option to book extended experiences for deeper learning. These elements make McClintock Distilling a dependable destination for guests seeking an educational, accessible and award-recognized craft distillery experience in Maryland. Small batch releases and limited bottles are available for purchase in the tasting room daily.
Location
Frederick, MD
Downtown tasting room
Awarded Spirits
Organic & award-winning
Internationally recognized spirits
Small Tours
Capped at 30 people
Intimate, guided experiences
Hands-On Course
2 bottles + 2L barrel
Full-day whiskey production take-home
Secure limited seats for small-group tours, ASL-guided experiences, spirits flights, and the hands-on Distilling 101 whiskey production course.
Arrive Early for Best Seating
McClintock Distilling can get busy, so arriving early ensures a relaxed experience and access to all tasting options.
Taste Before You Buy
Use the $5 tasting credit to sample widely and find the spirit that suits your palate before purchasing a bottle.
Plan for Transportation
Since tastings include alcohol, arrange a safe ride or designate a driver to fully enjoy the experience without worry.
ASL Guided Tours
If you or a companion are Deaf or hard of hearing, ask about the ASL guided tour to enhance accessibility and engagement.
Comfortable walking shoes
The distillery is housed in a historic building with some standing and walking during tours.
Valid ID
Required for tasting spirits, so bring a government-issued ID for entry.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated, especially if sampling multiple spirits.
Notebook or smartphone
For taking notes on favorite flavors and distilling details during the tour.