Ironclad Distillery in Newport News, VA exceeded expectations with its exceptional bourbons, wide range of cigars, and welcoming atmosphere. The bourbon flight was a treat for the taste buds, with Small Batch Bourbon's caramel notes, Classic Straight Bourbon's cherry hints, AR's Hot Southern Honey Cask's sweet heat, and my personal favorite, the Vessel Craft Coffee Cask's coffee-chocolate finish. Founder Stephen King's tour was a personal touch that made the experience even more special.
What sets Ironclad Distillery apart is their commitment to creating a cozy and inviting ambiance. They have a patio where you can enjoy your drinks and even bring food in from nearby food trucks, adding a fun and delicious element to the experience. Pairing their exceptional spirits with a fine cigar from their wide range of options was a perfect combination that enhanced the overall enjoyment.
If you're a bourbon enthusiast who appreciates outstanding spirits, a wide selection of cigars, and the flexibility to bring in food from local food trucks, Ironclad Distillery is a must-visit destination next time you’re in...
Read moreFantastic tasting room for a bourbon and/or cocktail flight. Classy yet casual and relaxed atmosphere, fast and friendly service. Wife and I did cocktail flights this trip, looking forward to going back to do a bourbon flight and/or try more delicious cocktails on rotation. Uncle Baby Billy and Rattlesnake cocktails were both great, similar save for Uncle being a bit sweeter, well-balanced and nice egg white. Ham biscuit and pimento cheese (with a sleeve of Ritz crackers!) on the side were a good value and perfect accompaniment to our flights. Pimento cheese pairs particularly well with the spicy Dad Joke cocktail, but goes great with everything else, too. Home on the Range is another winner, perfectly balanced and turns out Jarritos Tamarind is a great mixer, gonna have to try that on our own at home! Tough Cookie is a wonderful mellow seasonal option; port, guava, and nutmeg complement the bourbon and each other nicely. Even Stephen is a stronger, just as delightful,...
Read moreMy husband and I decided last year we wanted to do our elopement celebration at Ironclad. We frequently visit to try the rotating menus! Stacey was so easy to work with and responded quickly to my emails. Our tasting was beyond our expectation! On the day of, the staff working made sure we had everything we needed and were extremely easy to work with. We had about 60 people attend. I received many compliments from guest stating how happy they were they didn’t have to wait in a line for drinks. The venue itself is beautiful, you really don’t need much as far as added decor. If you’re looking to host an event, I can not recommend Ironclad enough! We have already started talking about doing our 10 year...
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