Lucky Bucket Brewing & Cut Spike Distillery Tour — La Vista, Nebraska

Discover the Lucky Bucket Brewing & Cut Spike Distillery Tour in Nebraska

Located in La Vista, Nebraska, just southwest of Omaha, the Lucky Bucket Brewing & Cut Spike Distillery Tour offers visitors a dual-production experience inside a combined craft brewery and craft distillery facility. This guided tour showcases how beer and spirits are produced side by side, highlighting both traditional brewing methods and modern distillation techniques.

Guests explore grain handling, brewing systems, fermentation tanks, copper stills, and barrel-aging spaces — gaining insight into two complementary craft processes under one roof.

Why it’s special: The Lucky Bucket Brewing & Cut Spike Distillery Tour delivers a full beer-and-spirits production experience in one visit, making it one of Nebraska’s most comprehensive craft beverage tours.

History & Story of Lucky Bucket & Cut Spike

Founded in 2008, Lucky Bucket Brewing Company quickly became known for bold craft beers in the Omaha metro area. Soon after, Cut Spike Distillery was introduced within the same facility, expanding operations into vodka, rum, whiskey, and specialty spirits.

This integrated production model allowed the company to share ingredients, infrastructure, and expertise, establishing La Vista as a regional hub for craft beverages.

What You’ll See & Do on the Lucky Bucket Brewing & Cut Spike Distillery Tour

• Learn about the beer brewing process, from milling to fermentation
• Observe stainless steel brew kettles and fermentation tanks
• Explore copper stills used for spirit distillation
• Discover how barrel aging enhances whiskey and specialty spirits
• Participate in guided tastings of beer and spirits (21+)

Hands-On Elements: Guided tasting samples for guests 21+; production equipment interaction is observation-only.

Photo/Video Policy: Photography is permitted in public tour areas and tasting spaces.

Souvenirs & Extras: Canned beer, bottled spirits, limited releases, branded glassware, and merchandise available for purchase.

Pricing of the Lucky Bucket Brewing & Cut Spike Distillery Tour

Adult price: $10 per adult

Tour admission typically includes guided instruction and tasting samples for guests aged 21 and over.

Visiting information

Duration: 60–75 minutes

Age limits: 21+ for tastings; minors may be restricted from production areas

Accessibility: Fully accessible taproom; production areas may include industrial flooring and stairs

Working Hours: Monday–Thursday 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Friday 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Saturday 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Sunday 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Advance reservations are recommended for scheduled tours and group visits.

Nearby

• Werner Park
• Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium
• Chalco Hills Recreation Area

FAQs About Visiting the Lucky Bucket Brewing & Cut Spike Distillery Tour

Does the tour include both beer and spirits production?
Yes. The guided experience covers both Lucky Bucket’s brewing operations and Cut Spike’s distillation process.

Are tastings included with the tour ticket?
Yes. Guests aged 21 and over typically receive samples of select beers and spirits during the tour.

Is this facility close to Omaha?
Yes. La Vista is part of the Omaha metropolitan area and is easily accessible from downtown Omaha.

Do they age whiskey on-site?
Yes. Select Cut Spike spirits, including whiskey, are aged on-site in barrels.

Can visitors purchase products after the tour?
Yes. The taproom and retail area offer packaged beer, bottled spirits, and branded merchandise.