The Independent Distillery

30 S Arizona Ave, Tucson
(520) 284-7334

Recent Reviews

Ryan P.

The best bar in Tucson, as far as drinks go. If the bartenders don't know how to make your drink, they'll find out and perform brilliantly. Worth going to!

Joe Rottman

A nice, relaxing place to enjoy a beer or drink with friends!

Srishti Gupta

It has got some good bar. Nice place to sit. Attached with Highwire, can go either place.

Lucy M.

I love this bar. The bartenders have been amazing and super knowledgeable. I will be honest though that the best bartender hasn't been seen in a while, and the service has declined slightly over the last few months. But their drinks are phenomenal and I love the atmosphere!

Lily R.

They make great cocktails here. The Mezcal is smokey and delicious! The only thing I would advise is that if you have a beet-sugar allergy (GMO kind-like I do), then I would make sure to ask what kind of sugar they use in their simple syrups. I should have asked but I forgot, plus the ingredients could change from one week to the next. I could be wrong, but the last time I left here I ended up breaking out in a terrible rash and it could've been from the simple syrup because I didn't consume any other sugar that afternoon. Once again, I could be wrong, but it's definitely worth asking before buying a drink. The bartender was super friendly, knowledgeable, and my drink was perfection.

Mike Miner

Very nice and friendly. Had a great time.

Joshua Spielberger

I have been here a few times in the last few months. Drinks are great and very creative. Service is always great and the bartenders are always up to give recommendations.

Rachael Hulet

Super fun atmosphere. Feels like a speak easy during prohibition. Lots of creative drink options in their specialities. I liked the Goodbye Stranger.

Jennifer Toothaker

Love this space - historic brick, recycled wood, vintage cocktails list, awesome staff. Totally recommend!

Gary Mullen

We always have a blast here. Great scenery and atmosphere.

Jon L.

stopped by one night while staying at the new AC hotel across the street. cool place with a bunch of house made cocktails and a classy dark wood/speakeasy-ish vibe. high ceilings too. most of the cocktails feature the distillery's house made spirits and both classic and original cocktail recipes. the menu is split into easy to understand categories and there's a separate menu for some beers they have on tap. they've got punches, berry and fruit smashes (featuring The fees ingredients like mint and basil and fruit you can see around the bar) and more. definitely felt familiar and comfortable on my visit here from NYC - great job on the vibe, service, and menu!

Trembley S.

The bartender whom has discreetly won the 2019 Tucson Bartender Award can make one heck of a drink! I ordered the purple haze and it was this beautiful hue of red and blue that as you drink it is a purple you can sincerely appreciate. They also promote safe sex with complimentary adult resources;)

Amy Jones

Aaron was a FANTASTIC bartender, happy to chat about the gins and vodka. I don't even like fun, and I had TWO gin smashes! Dog friendly in downtown, service impeccable, and libations oh-so-tasty. Definitely a must-visit in Tucson!!!

Jesse Cooper

Amazing place. Great drinks. Bartender was a wealth of knowledge. Super fun to talk to.

Cody McDowell

Definitely the best cocktail bar in town. Great environment to have delicious and well priced drinks

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