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Discover the Maine Craft Distilling Tour in Maine

Located in Portland, Maine, the Maine Craft Distilling Tour offers a guided experience inside one of the city’s original urban craft distilleries. Visitors explore the production space, learn about fermentation and copper pot distillation, and discover how locally inspired ingredients become small-batch spirits.

Situated in Portland’s Washington Avenue neighborhood, this tour highlights Maine-made vodka, gin, and whiskey-style spirits in an intimate, hands-on setting.

Why it’s special: Maine Craft Distilling was one of Portland’s early craft distilleries and is known for its creative spirit lineup and distinctive tasting experiences.

History & Story of Maine Craft Distilling

Founded in the early 2010s, Maine Craft Distilling emerged as part of Portland’s growing craft beverage movement. The distillery focused on small-batch production and locally inspired branding, helping establish Portland as a destination for artisan spirits.

Over time, the company expanded its offerings while maintaining a commitment to traditional distilling methods and community-driven hospitality.

What You’ll See & Do on the Maine Craft Distilling Tour

• Learn about the grain-to-glass distillation process
• Observe copper stills and fermentation tanks
• Discover how botanicals and aging influence flavor
• Explore the stories behind flagship spirits
• Participate in a guided tasting of select spirits (21+)
• Visit the tasting room and retail shop

Hands-On Elements: Guided tasting session featuring a curated selection of house spirits.

Photo/Video Policy: Photography permitted in designated public areas.

Souvenirs & Extras: Bottled spirits, cocktail kits, branded merchandise, and glassware available for purchase.