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Discover the craft behind Wisconsin’s finest spirits with a hands-on distillery tour in Sauk City. Sample signature cocktails and enjoy a rich history lesson on local distilling traditions.
Discover the craft behind Wisconsin’s finest spirits with a hands-on distillery tour in Sauk City. Sample signature cocktails and enjoy a rich history lesson on local distilling traditions.
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Operated by Wollersheim Winery and Distillery · Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin
Located in the charming town of Sauk City, Wisconsin, the Distillery Tour offers an immersive look into the art and science behind craft spirits. This tour leads visitors through the entire distilling process, from the selection of raw ingredients to the final bottling, showcasing traditional methods alongside modern innovations. Participants gain a deep appreciation for how grain, water, yeast, and time come together to create complex flavors that define the local spirits scene.
Sauk City itself is steeped in Midwest heritage, making it an ideal spot for this intimate experience. The distillery’s setting features rustic architecture complemented by state-of-the-art distilling equipment, blending old-world craftsmanship with contemporary style. The tour includes a carefully guided walk through the mash tun, fermentation tanks, and copper stills, where expert guides share fascinating stories about the history of distilling in the region and the unique qualities that make Wisconsin spirits stand out.
A highlight is the tasting session, where guests sample signature cocktails and hand-selected spirits highlighting different flavor profiles, from smooth bourbons to robust rye whiskeys. Visitors with a palate for adventure can purchase additional tastings to try rare and seasonal releases, making each visit distinct.
The experience is designed for spirit enthusiasts 21 and over, providing not just a taste but also education about responsible enjoyment and craftsmanship. The distillery stands out as a special destination in Sauk City, offering a unique blend of history, science, and sensory delight that captures the spirit of Wisconsin’s evolving artisan beverage culture.
easy.
1–1.5 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels as the tour is mostly stationary and indoors
No, tastings and tours are only available to guests aged 21 and over due to alcohol regulations.
While walk-ins may be accepted, booking ahead is recommended especially on weekends to guarantee a spot.
Yes, the distillery offers a selection of bottles and limited releases for sale after the tour.
Typically, the focus is on spirits, but check ahead to see if non-alcoholic refreshments are available.
Tours typically last between 60 to 90 minutes, including the tasting session.
Yes, the facility is wheelchair accessible but it’s best to inform staff in advance for any special accommodations.
Sauk City is Wisconsin’s oldest incorporated village, founded in 1840, with a rich brewing and distilling tradition.
The distillery employs sustainable practices by recycling spent grain as animal feed and using energy-efficient equipment.
Wollersheim Winery and Distillery in Sauk City, Wisconsin, is known for producing family-crafted wines and spirits and offering immersive tasting experiences. The property combines a working vineyard, historic winemaking facilities, and an on-site distillery to showcase both wine and distilled spirits. Visitors can choose from seated wine and cocktail tastings led by experienced guides, a behind-the-scenes distillery tour with samples and optional additional tastings, or a 45-minute guided walking tour that highlights the winery's heritage and concludes in the underground limestone aging cellars. Each experience at Wollersheim emphasizes the winemaking and distilling processes, with interpreters explaining vineyard practices, fermentation, aging, and bottle-ready production. The distillery tour is tailored for adults 21 and over and includes signature cocktail and spirit samples; additional tastings may be available for purchase. The seated wine and cocktail tasting blends curated wines and cocktails with complementary treats, suited to couples or small groups seeking a relaxed, informative outing. The guided winery walking tour provides historical context, vineyard views, and access to the limestone cellars used for aging. Wollersheim presents a combination of hands-on interpretation and tasting opportunities anchored in the property’s tangible features: vines, production areas, tasting spaces, and underground cellars. Visitors to Wollersheim in Sauk City can expect structured, expert-led experiences that focus on family-crafted beverages and the tangible history of winemaking and distillation at the site.
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