Rush Creek Distilling - Harvard

Rachel guided our tasting, which began with vodka, followed by gin, whiskey, bourbon, and flavored vodkas. Everything was quite impressive, and she took the time to explain how each spirit was produced. It was just enough to entice us to buy a few bottles to take home. If you join their Spirits Club, you can enjoy in-store discounts. We particularly loved the bourbon, coffee vodka, and barrel-aged gin. For cocktails, we started with an Old Fashioned and tried an Old Fashioned made with barrel-aged gin and plum bitters. The cocktails are well-made and cost around $10 each with generous pours. We also sampled a banana-flavored Old Fashioned, but I found it a bit too sweet with the maple syrup. If you're looking for a lovely drive in the countryside paired with fantastic drinks and friendly people, this is the place to visit. We'll definitely be returning!

We had a fantastic time! I haven’t laughed this much with friends in ages. The atmosphere was wonderful, the music was great, and the bartenders were amazing. The drinks were absolutely delicious. We’ll definitely be returning!

This is a fantastic spot to grab a drink! I had a coffee beverage that was incredibly delicious, and I highly recommend it. Based solely on the quality of the coffee, I would give it a perfect 5/5; I could barely taste the alcohol in it! The staff is very friendly, and the owners are frequently present, which adds to the welcoming atmosphere.

Enjoyable and informative experience! They distill delicious beverages right on the premises, and their bar creatively uses these final products, offering a variety of flavored vodkas, rye, whiskey, and more. You can bring your own food, like pizza, to enjoy alongside the drinks. They occasionally host food trucks and local musicians, although it can get a bit loud for conversation at times. The staff is very friendly and welcoming, making sure regulars are greeted while also making newcomers feel included. There's plenty of seating available early on (around 5:00), but it does get crowded later in the evening.

In a town as unremarkable as Harvard, Rush Creek Distillery stands out as a true gem. I visited a friend over the weekend, and we decided to stop by to pass the time. We were thoroughly impressed. Each drink we tried was delicious, with the banana old fashioned being a standout. The menu offered a great variety, and our entire group was eager to shop in the gift store. Everyone wanted some merchandise, and I simply had to take a bottle of bourbon home with me. This place will definitely be on my list of must-visit spots whenever I'm in the area again, and I know my local friends will be frequent visitors as well.