Rock Town Distillery Tour — Little Rock, Arkansas

Discover the Rock Town Distillery Tour in Arkansas

Located in Little Rock, Arkansas, the Rock Town Distillery Tour offers visitors a behind-the-scenes look at one of the state’s most recognized craft spirit producers. This guided Distillery Tour explores how Rock Town creates small-batch bourbon, rye whiskey, vodka, gin, and specialty spirits using Arkansas-grown grains. Guests walk through the production floor, see working stills, and learn about fermentation, distillation, and barrel aging before enjoying a guided tasting.
Why it’s special: Rock Town was Arkansas’s first legal distillery since Prohibition, helping revive craft spirits production in the state.

History & Story of Rock Town Distillery

Rock Town Distillery was founded in 2010 in Little Rock with a commitment to sourcing Arkansas-grown corn and grains. At a time when few distilleries operated in the state, Rock Town helped pioneer the modern Arkansas craft spirits movement. By focusing on local agriculture and hands-on production, the distillery quickly gained regional and national recognition for its bourbon and rye whiskey.

What You’ll See & Do on the Rock Town Distillery Tour

• Learn how Arkansas-grown grains are milled and mashed

• See fermentation tanks and copper pot stills in operation

• Understand how bourbon and rye whiskey are aged in barrels

• Discover how climate impacts aging in Arkansas

• Enjoy a guided tasting of select Rock Town spirits

Hands-On Elements: Guided tasting with detailed explanation of mash bills and aging techniques.
Photo/Video Policy: Photography allowed in public areas; restricted in certain production zones.
Souvenirs & Extras: On-site retail shop offering bottled spirits, cocktail kits, glassware, and branded merchandise.

Pricing of the Rock Town Distillery Tour

Adult price: $15 per adult
Includes guided distillery tour and tasting. Participants must be 21+.

Visiting information

Duration: 60 minutes
Age limits: 21+ only for tours and tastings
Accessibility: Tasting room accessible; limited accessibility in production areas
Working hours: Open Monday–Thursday 4:00 PM–9:00 PM; Friday 4:00 PM–10:00 PM; Saturday 12:00 PM–10:00 PM; Sunday 12:00 PM–6:00 PM. Tours typically offered Saturday at 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM.

Nearby

• Lost Forty Brewing

• Little Rock River Market District

• Arkansas State Capitol

FAQs About Visiting the Rock Town Distillery Tour

Was Rock Town really the first legal distillery in Arkansas since Prohibition?
Yes. It became the first licensed distillery in the state after decades without legal production.

Are Arkansas-grown ingredients used in the spirits?
Yes. Rock Town emphasizes sourcing local grains whenever possible.

Do I need to reserve the tour in advance?
Advance booking is recommended, especially for weekend tours.

Are tastings included in the ticket price?
Yes. The tour includes a guided tasting of select spirits.

Can I purchase bottles directly from the distillery?
Yes. The retail shop sells Rock Town spirits and branded merchandise.