Yep. Five stars. Nope. Not just following what the other reviewers said. Had to find out for ourselves, and after a visit, y'all might oughta do so too! We were out for a Sunday drive around 3 or 4 in the afternoon, having decided to visit Duvall without knowing how it would look since we haven't been out there in ages. What a surprise to find a tidy, beckoning Main Street with eclectic shops, easy parking on street or in small side lots, and, of course, the Duvall Distillery! We made our way through the front door only after admiring hanging baskets of beautiful flowers and having a look through big storefront windows to see what might be there. Jason, or "Jay," as his Distillery apron says, greeted us and after some small chitchat we did a vodka tasting with his excellent guidance. You might think of a vodka tasting as dangerous on a Sunday drive, but two things: we had a designated driver and the tiny little communion cup size tastings are perfect to help you taste and learn while not coming away inebriated. We tried several vodkas, discussed how to enjoy them in recipes, whether cocktail related or recipe related, and while sharing funny anecdotes, we were guided through the procession of flavors in an unhurried and helpful way. We ended up purchasing several bottles, thinking how fun they'll be for gift gifting or just having at home. My fave was the Bacon Vodka because you could really smell and taste the smoky bacony flavor. Can't wait to use it in certain recipes to wow guests. Of note, before this I have not been much of a fan for these boutique or cutesy type flavored vodkas because often they seem too sugary and without the actual professed essence. None of that here! Loved, loved being able to come home and sprinkle a little of the coffee vodka on store bought tiramisu to bring it to perfection! The vodkas certainly are a great inspiration for all sorts of things. Another note, none of them taste gravelly, oily or fishy like some vodkas I've tried, and I've tried some from all over the world (always searching for new martini ingredients). So yes. Five stars for a fresh, clean vodka here, plus all the delectable specialty ones. As others have said, I will say also: a must stop if you are in the area, and I'll add that a zippy visit here along the back side of Lake Sammamish and the wilds of Redmond and Duvall is a lovely drive when you have Duvall Distillery plugged into...
Read moreA must stop when going to Steven's pass or Leavenworth! Absolutely top tier spirits pouring from this diamond in the rough. The owner is incredibly welcoming and happy to share his seasonal fresh ingredients infusions with worldwide award winning vodka made right here in town. He is dedicated to the craft and refused to cut any corners. Distilled from apples and other ingredients, the vodka is lightly sweet, aromatic, and slightly viscous yet light on the tongue. Grey goose has nothing on Duvall distillery. Stop in for a sample and walk away happy with a bottle of LimonCello, hibiscus liqueur, and maybe even a rare 60 month aged grappa! Other flavors rotate through as well, all using REAL AND FRESH SEASONAL INGREDIENTS- blueberry, coffee. Strawberry, hibiscus, sweet tea, ginger and honey, honey and mulled spices, rhubarb, candied pepper bacon (sourced from none other than the famous golden steer butcher) the list goes on. I highly recommend this rare find for anyone passing town heading to Steven's pass or...
Read moreMy husband and I regular visit Duvall Distillery to pick up some homemade vodka cause it's right in town. We stopped by this weekend to pick up a couple of bottles of their new flavour, Vodka Chata (aka boozy horchata). It's massively addicting and so delicious! We regular get the regular vodka, sweet tea, and limoncello. They have so many other flavours too that I'm sure you'll find at least one that you'll fall in love with! You won't regret stopping by to try a tasting of vodkas! Come with friends or have a chat with Jay and learn something about the distillery process. They also have an assortment of non alcoholic beverages available like ginger beers and...
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