Reviews for Smugglers' Notch Distillery & Vermont Distillers Tasting Roo in Burlington, VT

We went here because we got a free spirit tasting from our airbnb and we were pleasantly surprised at the great selection they... have for tasting. Definitely try the maple bourbon and maple liqueur - both were delicious! The lady at the counter pouring outdrinks was very lovely, helpful, and welcoming! Keep in mind that it?s a tiny shop, you do tasting at the counter, and noseating area, but it?s so worth dropping by here. Read more

During our CT->NH->VT->NY trip, we actually made two separate trips to the tasting room. Of course, we went home with three of... our favorites (Maple Cream, Maple, & Blueberry). Plus, a jar of tipsy pickles. Next time, we will take more home on the firsttrip but definitely worth going back to try more flavors. Very tasty options for $5! Great product. Read more

Stopped by quickly to try out their spirits. Staff was knowledgable, vodka was delicious and a fun experience. Should swing... through and check them out! Read more

Fantastic little alcove of various spirits! Took a peek and Sam was very welcoming and open to talking about everything they... had in store. He was super knowledgeable with just about everything. Did the sample session and took my time... but enjoyed somegood conversation as well as good spirits. The maple bourbon was extremely potent with maple on the nose and tasted the samewith a nice spicy finish, so if you like maple... I do recommend that. Their Smuggler's Notch rye is also very nice and morenuanced than, let's say, Bulleit Rye. The honey bourbon makes me think of a Speyside scotch. Sampling is definitely worth the$5... you should be able to get a few small sips out of each thimble-sized cup, but it's a great way to experience each drink tohelp you make a purchase. They sell bourbon-infused maple syrup, Glencairns, and other drinking accessories as well. If you'reinto any spirits, I would highly recommend a looksee! Read more

Small distillery outlet. Tons of variety in spirits type and style. Everything is delicious, and I?m not typically a hard liquor... person. The staff was incredibly friendly and super informative. I got a full detailed history on everything I tasted and theintricacies of the flavor profiles. 10/10 would return. Read more

Great selection! It is a tiny cute shop, the guy working was very nice! Tasting was reasonably priced ($5 for 4 tastings). We... ended up buying the Vermont Maple Liqueur which tastes like straight maple syrup. Read more

This is really a review of their whiskey and any place you can find it is worth the effort. It's fantastic. Both their Bourbon... and especially their Rye. For anyone looking to try something new and local I highly recommend stopping in for a taste. Read more

While snowstorm harper was in action my gf and I were in search of some coffee. We came upon this small and inviting place since... we couldn't find coffee and figured the liquor would warm us up just as well! We did the 4$ tasting of 4 different spirits (youcan't beat it). The bartender salesman was very personable, accommodating, and even put us in the right direction for coffeeafter our spirits. The spirits were all very unique. Would definitely recommend!! Read more