Hemingway Distillery
$$ • Vegetarian
Hours:
201 Simonton St, Key West
(305) 414-8754
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We hosted our welcome party here for about 100 guests and it was an unforgettable start to our wedding weekend! From the moment we booked, I knew the physical venue was perfect—but the actual event exceeded every expectation. The staff were truly exceptional: warm, attentive, and incredibly kind, making every guest feel welcomed. The drinks were absolutely phenomenal—it's hard to pick a favorite! Most importantly, the atmosphere the team helped create was beyond anything we...read full review
We hosted our welcome party here for about 100 guests and it was an unforgettable start to our wedding weekend! From the moment we booked, I knew the physical venue was perfect—but the actual event exceeded every expectation. The staff were truly exceptional: warm, attentive, and incredibly kind, making every guest feel welcomed. The drinks were absolutely phenomenal—it's hard to pick a favorite! Most importantly, the atmosphere the team helped create was beyond anything we...read full review
Our experience at the Key West Food and Wine Festival was truly elevated by The Hemingway Social Club this year! As longtime fans of Papa's Pilar, the tour, cocktails, and overall ambiance exceeded our expectations. What stood out even more this visit, however, was the realization during this year's festival events of the social club's potential for hosting exceptional gatherings.
I've already begun brainstorming a corporate retreat for my company in Key West, culminating...read full review
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 5PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 5PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 5PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 5PM |
| Friday | 10AM - 5PM |
| Saturday | 10AM - 5PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 5PM |
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The Hemingway Distillery offers informative tours led by knowledgeable guides, including "Bubbles" and recently praised guides like Lola. The tour covers two rooms and includes rum samples, with options like blond rum, dark rum, rye, and a blend. Guests receive a drink coupon for their social club and can take home a bottle of rum of their choice. The on-site bar is known for delicious old fashioneds, and the popular rum cake remains a highlight. The distillery is worth visiting, and they provide shipping services for their products.
The staff at the distillery are exceptional, warm, attentive, and kind, making every guest feel welcomed. The drinks are phenomenal, and the atmosphere created by the team is beyond expectations. The distillery serves as a great venue for events, with the staff and event team highly recommended.
Additionally, the distillery features a New Year's Eve cocktail experience that is fun and entertaining, with attentive and knowledgeable staff. Guests have described the tour and tasting session as friendly and informative, with the social club offering a nostalgic and laid-back vibe. The tasting room and gift shop for Pilar Rum, the Hemingway namesake rum of Key West, also receive high praise. Visitors can find a good selection of souvenirs and have enjoyable tastings at the bar, with prices varying based on the selected liquors.