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Discover the Beehive Distilling Tour in Utah

Located in Salt Lake City, Utah, the Beehive Distilling Tour offers an inside look at one of the state’s best-known craft distilleries. This guided Distillery Tour takes visitors through the production space where Beehive’s popular spirits—most notably vodka and gin—are distilled, proofed, and bottled. Guests learn how small-batch distilling works in Utah and finish the experience with a guided tasting of select spirits.
Why it’s special: Beehive Distilling combines approachable craft spirits with a relaxed, educational tour, making it one of the easiest ways to experience Utah’s modern distilling scene firsthand.

History & Story of Beehive Distilling

Beehive Distilling was founded in 2010 and quickly became one of Utah’s most recognizable craft distilleries. Built on the idea of producing clean, mixable spirits rather than overly complex or experimental ones, the brand gained popularity for its vodka and gin. Operating in Salt Lake City, Beehive Distilling helped shape the local craft spirits movement by focusing on transparency, quality ingredients, and consumer-friendly education through tours and tastings.

What You’ll See & Do on the Beehive Distilling Tour

Tour the active distillery and production floor
Learn how vodka and gin are distilled and refined
See fermentation tanks, stills, and bottling equipment
Understand Utah-specific distilling regulations and processes
Participate in a guided tasting of Beehive spirits

Hands-On Elements: Guided spirits tasting with flavor notes and production explanations.
Photo/Video Policy: Photography allowed in designated areas; production zones may have restrictions.
Souvenirs & Extras: Distillery shop offering bottled spirits, cocktail mixers, branded glassware, and merchandise.

Pricing of the Beehive Distilling Tour

Adult price: $10 per adult
Includes guided distillery tour and spirits tasting. Participants must be 21+.

Visiting information

Duration: 45–60 minutes
Age limits: 21+ only
Accessibility: Limited accessibility in production areas; standing required during parts of the tour
Working hours: Tours offered Friday–Saturday 12:00 PM–4:00 PM. Distillery retail hours Monday–Saturday 11:00 AM–7:00 PM; Sunday Closed.

Nearby

Downtown Salt Lake City dining and shopping
Vivint Arena events and concerts
Gateway Plaza entertainment district

FAQs About Visiting the Beehive Distilling Tour

Is Beehive Distilling focused on whiskey or clear spirits?
Beehive Distilling primarily produces vodka and gin, with an emphasis on clean flavor profiles designed for cocktails.

Do I need to book the tour in advance?
Advance booking is recommended, especially on weekends, as tour sizes are limited.

Can I attend the tour if I don’t plan to drink?
Yes. Non-drinking guests may attend, but all participants must still be 21+ due to distillery regulations.

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

Can I purchase bottles directly after the tour?
Yes. Bottles and branded merchandise are available for purchase in the on-site distillery shop.