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Discover the Willie’s Distillery Tour in Montana

Located in Ennis, Montana, in the scenic Madison Valley, the Willie’s Distillery Tour offers visitors a behind-the-scenes look at one of Montana’s pioneering craft distilleries. Guests explore the production floor, learn about grain selection and fermentation, and discover how small-batch vodka, whiskey, and specialty spirits are distilled in the heart of fly-fishing country.

This experience blends rural Montana character with precision spirit craftsmanship.

Why it’s special: Willie’s Distillery was one of Montana’s early craft distilleries and is known for its innovative huckleberry vodka and Montana-grown grain spirits.

History & Story of Willie’s Distillery

Founded in the early 2010s, Willie’s Distillery was created to showcase locally sourced ingredients and authentic Montana flavor. Inspired by the surrounding Madison Valley landscape, the distillery focuses on small-batch production and hands-on quality control.

Over time, Willie’s has built a reputation for creative spirits and a welcoming tasting room atmosphere that reflects the relaxed pace of Ennis.

What You’ll See & Do on the Willie’s Distillery Tour

• Learn about grain milling and fermentation
• Observe copper pot stills in operation
• Discover how huckleberries and other botanicals are used
• Explore barrel aging techniques for whiskey
• Participate in a guided tasting of select spirits (21+)
• Visit the tasting room and retail shop

Hands-On Elements: Guided tasting featuring house-crafted vodka, whiskey, and specialty spirits.

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

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