During the roaring twenties, Detroit Distillery fueled prohibition and an entrepreneurial spirit that didn’t play by the rules. Today, that same spirit can be found in the city’s bustling distillery scene. Local outfits like Valentine Distilling Co, Two James Spirits, and Detroit City Distillery are producing small-batch artisan whiskey, gin, and vodka that rival the big-name labels your dad grew up drinking.
Downtown Clawson’s Weiss Distilling Co is one of the most creative bars in the Metro Detroit spirits scene. The speakeasy, which opened early last year, completely transforms every few months with a new theme to match the season. For spring, the bar is adorned with flora and fauna to bring to mind a tropical rainforest. The cocktails on the menu also change with the theme. Some examples include the Topsy’s Revenge, a juicy and easy-to-sip vodka cocktail with lemon, vanilla, and orange zest; and the Weiss-A-Rita, a distillery take on a margarita with Weiss Lightning whiskey, orange liqueur, lime, hellfire bitters, and a chili salt rim.
Why Weiss Distilling Co. is Detroit’s Hidden Gem for Whiskey Lovers
The bartenders here know what they’re doing when it comes to creating drinks that match the theme. From the branded elephant cocktail glasses to the staff safari hats, the attention to detail is spot on. They even went so far as to have Weiss in the Wild collectable coins made, which customers can find around town and bring back to the bar for a free shot.
Weiss Distilling Co.
34 E 14 Mile Rd, Clawson, MI 48017, United States
19294843932