Denver Distillery – American
This evocative distillery transforms the art of the craft spirit into a sophisticated literary salon, where the rhythmic hum of copper stills provides a backdrop to an evening of poetic indulgence. Guests sip through a library of imaginative cocktails—from sangrias served in bell jars to bourbon-soaked tributes—each glass a liquid narrative that celebrates the marriage of fine spirits and the written word. Whether lingering over a classic martini or a daring, verse-inspired creation, patrons find themselves immersed in a spirited sanctuary where every pour tells a compelling story.
244 South Broadway, Denver 80209 https://denverdistillery.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, keto, low-carb, vegan, gluten-free, pescatarian, sugar-free, paleo, diabetic, plant-based, low-sodium, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, low-fodmap, detox, aip, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Thursday - Friday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its intimate setting and beautifully presented dishes, guests frequently praise the succulent desserts and the warm, neighborhood feel. Reviewers highlight the knowledgeable and attentive service, noting that the staff’s helpful recommendations consistently lead to a highly satisfying dining experience.
Menu
- Hemingway Sunset (The Proof Also Rises) - $14: Bottled in Bond Dunder Rum, Pineapple, Lime, Simple, Red Wine Float
- Leaves of Grass (I Sip the Song of Myself) - $14: Imo Kasutori Shochu, Jasmine Flower Simple, Ku Cha House of Tea Matcha, Coconut Cream
- Anne Sexton on the Beach (Bedtime & Bourbon) - $14: Four-Grain Straight Bourbon, House-Made Aperol, Strawberry, Lemon
- Sylvia's Sangria (Served in a Bell Jar) - $13: Gin, Rosé, Strawberry, Lemongrass, Rocky Mountain Soda Co. Lemon Lime Soda Float
- William sideCar-los Williams (from the Ice Box) - $14: Silver Rum infused with Capital Tea Earl Grey, Lavender Simple, Golden Moon Crème de Violette, Strongwater Virtue Bitters, Lemon
- Rumi & Waiting (Drunk on the Divine) - $13: Apple Pie Moonshine, Golden Moon Dry Curaçao, Simple, Lemon, Ginger Beer, Candied Ginger, Apple Cider Float
- Gin & Tonic - $11: Gin, house-made tonic, simple syrup, soda
- Old Fashioned - $14: Angostura Bitters, muddled sucanat, orange peel, house maraschino cherry, Straight Bourbon
- Old Fashioned (N.S. Spiced Rum) - $11: Angostura Bitters, muddled sucanat, orange peel, house maraschino cherry, Navy Strength Spiced Rum
- Martini - $12: Sweet Potato Vodka or Gin, Vermouth, olive or twist
- Aviation - $13: Gin, Golden Moon Crème de Violette, Leopold Bros Maraschino Liqueur, House Cherry, Lemon
- Daiquiri - $12: Navy Strength Spiced Rum, Lime, Simple
- Classic Mule - $11: Sweet Potato Vodka, Rocky Mountain Soda Co. Ginger Beer, Lime
- Sweet Potato Vodka (2oz) - $9: Distilled 4 times from 4000lbs of sweet potatoes
- Gin (2oz) - $9: Botanical vapor basket, rum base, aromatic and floral
- Imo Kasutori Shochu (2oz) - $9: Sweet potatoes fermented with Colorado Sake Co. Kasu
- Apple Pie Moonshine (2oz) - $9: New-make Bourbon with neighborhood apple cider, spices, and CO honey
- Silver Rum (2oz) - $9: Organic molasses, wild yeast, and dunder
- Dark Rum (2oz) - $9: Silver Rum, oaked and cut with molasses and CO honey
- Navy Strength Spiced Rum (2oz) - $9: Silver Rum, oaked, CO honey, fresh spices
- Coffee Liqueur (2oz) - $9: Huckleberry Roasters coffee, rum, cinnamon, pink peppercorn, chocolate and CO honey
- Bottled-in-Bond Dunder Rum (2oz) - $11: 100% Molasses, Dunder, Kveik Yeast, Aged 4yrs
- 4-Grain Straight Bourbon (2oz) - $11: Colorado Corn, Barley, Rye, and Oats, Aged 4 years
- Distiller's Reserve 4-Grain Straight Bourbon (2oz) - $11: Colorado Corn, Barley, Rye, and Oats, 119 proof
- Full Flight - $25: All unaged spirits plus choice of 1 aged spirit (9 half oz pours)
- Half Flight - $15: Choice of 4 unaged spirits plus 1 aged spirit (5 half oz pours)
- Aged Spirit Flight - $14: All Colorado Aged Spirits in half oz pours
- Mocktails - $10: Seasonal shrubs and tonics
- Corpse Reviver - $8: Guava Rose Hibiscus with electrolytes
- Sodas - $3: Selection of natural cane sugar sodas from Rocky Mountain Soda Co.
- Mountain Man Snack Mix - $6: Custom snack mixes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Shepherd Pasty - $10: Ground Beef, Peas, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Onions, Cheddar Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Miner Pasty - $11: Steak, Rutabaga, Potatoes, Onions, House Seasoning Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Joey Pasty - $11: Meatballs, Mozzarella, Garlic, Red Pepper, Marinara Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Caretaker Pasty - $11: Chicken, Peas, Carrots, Celery, Garlic, Cheddar Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Curry Pasty - $11: Chicken, Bell Peppers, Cauliflower, Onion, Coconut cream, Yellow Curry Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Cheesy Potato Pasty - $10: Cheddar, Potatoes, Onions, Rutabaga, Garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- CBD Add-on - $3: 10mg CBD added to any drink Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Detox, AIP, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Denver Distillery
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include the Miner, Chicken Curry, Shepherd, and Joey pasties, alongside literary-inspired cocktails like Sylvia's Sangria and Hemingway Sunset.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews do not mention any specific concerns, instead highlighting the intimate setting, succulent desserts, and attentive service.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The CBD Add-on works for multiple diets simultaneously, including keto, gluten-free, vegan, paleo, diabetic, and several other dietary restrictions.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include succulent desserts and various pasties like the Miner, Chicken Curry, Shepherd, Caretaker, Joey, and Cheesy Potato.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the total number of reviews for Denver Distillery.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Denver Distillery by visiting their website at https://denverdistillery.com/ for more information.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- First-time visitors should expect an intimate, literary-themed distillery offering budget-friendly cocktails, savory pasties, and attentive service in a neighborhood setting.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- The restaurant offers an intimate, warm neighborhood feel with a sophisticated literary salon atmosphere and a rhythmic copper still backdrop.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This distillery features a literary-themed cocktail menu with drinks inspired by famous authors, served in an intimate, sophisticated salon atmosphere.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- The distillery features a sophisticated literary salon atmosphere with an intimate, neighborhood feel and a unique literary-themed cocktail library.