Discover Events at Brother Justus Distillery
Visit our Minneapolis distillery for immersive experiences like cocktail classes, guided whiskey tastings, tours of our state-of-the-art facility, and more! Whether you're a whiskey enthusiast or looking for a unique event, our Cocktail Room and Distillery offer the perfect backdrop for a variety of occasions. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails, explore our signature American Single Malt Whiskeys, and celebrate with family and friends in a safe, spacious environment. We update our event calendar weekly, so be sure to check back for new experiences!

CLOSED for a Private Event
We’re closed for a private event on Thursday, April 24. The Cocktail Room will reopen for normal business hours on Friday, April 25.
Interested in renting the Distillery for your next event? Contact events@brotherjustus.com, or fill out our event request form at the button below.

Tasting at Keyport Liquor
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Keyport Liquor: https://keyportliquors.com/duluth-location/

Tasting at France 44
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about France 44: https://www.france44.com/

Taste of Cretin-Derham Hall
Brother Justus Whiskey Co. will be on-site pouring samples of our liquid gold to go with tastes from over 25 local restaurants and bars!
Food served until 9 pm
$50 per person pre-registered
$60 walk-in
Register by April 30, 2025 to reserve your spot.

Tasting at 1010 Washington Wine & Spirits
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about 1010 Washington Wine & Spirits: https://www.1010wws.com/
1010 Washington Wine & Spirits is located on the ground level of the Bridgewater Lofts.

Special Hours | 2-8pm
The Distillery and Cocktail Room will have amended hours of 2-8pm on Saturday, May 10, 2025. We’ll return to regular business hours on Sunday, May 11, from 12-6pm.

Tasting at Chet’s Liquor Drive-In
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Chet’s: https://www.facebook.com/p/Chets-Wine-Spirits-100076471482948/

Trivia Mafia
Whiskey goes in, wisdom comes out! Flex your mental muscles at Trivia Mafia, hosted by Brother Justus for a night of fierce trivia, smooth pours, and the potential for bragging rights. Gather your dream team or fly solo as you rely on good old-fashioned brainpower - no Googling allowed!
Trivia is free to play, with Brother Justus gift card prizes for the first and second place winners, as well as the team that correctly answers the Brother Justus Question of the Evening! Sign up to play upon arrival at the distillery; no more than eight (8) players per team.

SOLD OUT: General Distillery Tour
Go behind the scenes at our state-of-the-art distillery to learn about our distillation process, how Brother Justus Whiskey Co. started, and why Minnesota is the best place to make whiskey. Guided by a member of our expert staff, you'll get a first-hand look, touch, and taste of how we craft our award-winning American Single Malt Whiskey. After the tour, enjoy a guided tasting of our American Single Malt, Cold-Peated®, and Silver Whiskeys, plus a special pour of one of our limited-edition releases. Tour attendees receive 10% off the purchase of any 750ml bottle of Brother Justus American Single Malt Whiskey the day of the tour.
Tours will begin as soon as the entire group has arrived, or no later than 10 minutes after the scheduled start time. Guests are encouraged to call us at (315) 794-4777 if they are running late.

Tasting at Cub Wine & Spirits, Woodbury
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Cub Wine & Spirits: https://www.cub.com/sm/pickup/rsid/1572

Tasting at Surdyk’s
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Surdyk’s: https://surdyks.com/

Tasting at Cub Wine & Spirits, Burnsville
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Cub Foods Wine & Spirits: https://www.cub.com/sm/pickup/rsid/1572

Tasting at Cub Wine & Spirits, Stillwater
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Cub Wine & Spirits: https://www.cub.com/sm/pickup/rsid/1572

Tasting at Coborn’s Liquor, Albertville
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Coborn’s Liquor: https://coborns.com/categories/liquor

Tasting at Surdyk’s
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Surdyk’s: https://surdyks.com/

Tasting at France 44
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about France 44: https://www.france44.com/

Tasting at Cub Foods, Burnsville South
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Cub Foods Wine & Spirits: https://www.cub.com/sm/pickup/rsid/1572

General Distillery Tour
Go behind the scenes at our state-of-the-art distillery to learn about our distillation process, how Brother Justus Whiskey Co. started, and why Minnesota is the best place to make whiskey. Guided by a member of our expert staff, you'll get a first-hand look, touch, and taste of how we craft our award-winning American Single Malt Whiskey. After the tour, enjoy a guided tasting of our American Single Malt, Cold-Peated®, and Silver Whiskeys, plus a special pour of one of our limited-edition releases. Tour attendees receive 10% off the purchase of any 750ml bottle of Brother Justus American Single Malt Whiskey the day of the tour.
Tours will begin as soon as the entire group has arrived, or no later than 10 minutes after the scheduled start time. Guests are encouraged to call us at (315) 794-4777 if they are running late.

Closed July 3-4
The Distillery and Cocktail Room will be closed Thursday, July 3, and Friday, July 4. We will reopen for regular service at noon on Saturday, July 5!
Looking for the perfect cocktail for your 4th of July gathering? Try the Lavender Fields, crafted with our American Single Malt whiskey and fresh blueberries, for a drink that will make you “ooh and ahh” as much as the fireworks! Get the recipe.

Trivia Mafia
Whiskey goes in, wisdom comes out! Flex your mental muscles at Trivia Mafia, hosted by Brother Justus for a night of fierce trivia, smooth pours, and the potential for bragging rights. Gather your dream team or fly solo as you rely on good old-fashioned brainpower - no Googling allowed!
Trivia is free to play, with Brother Justus gift card prizes for the first and second place winners, as well as the team that correctly answers the Brother Justus Question of the Evening! Sign up to play upon arrival at the distillery; no more than eight (8) players per team.

Trivia Mafia
Whiskey goes in, wisdom comes out! Flex your mental muscles at Trivia Mafia, hosted by Brother Justus for a night of fierce trivia, smooth pours, and the potential for bragging rights. Gather your dream team or fly solo as you rely on good old-fashioned brainpower - no Googling allowed!
Trivia is free to play, with Brother Justus gift card prizes for the first and second place winners, as well as the team that correctly answers the Brother Justus Question of the Evening! Sign up to play upon arrival at the distillery; no more than eight (8) players per team.

Cocktail Room Closed
The Brother Justus Cocktail Room will be closed August 25-August 31 for a summer break for cocktail room staff. Regular hours resume on Thursday, September 4.

Trivia Mafia
Whiskey goes in, wisdom comes out! Flex your mental muscles at Trivia Mafia, hosted by Brother Justus for a night of fierce trivia, smooth pours, and the potential for bragging rights. Gather your dream team or fly solo as you rely on good old-fashioned brainpower - no Googling allowed!
Trivia is free to play, with Brother Justus gift card prizes for the first and second place winners, as well as the team that correctly answers the Brother Justus Question of the Evening! Sign up to play upon arrival at the distillery; no more than eight (8) players per team.

CLOSED for a Private Event
We’re closed for a private event on Sunday, September 21. The Cocktail Room will reopen for normal business hours on Thursday, September 25.
Interested in renting the Distillery for your next event? Contact events@brotherjustus.com, or fill out our event request form at the button below.

Trivia Mafia
Whiskey goes in, wisdom comes out! Flex your mental muscles at Trivia Mafia, hosted by Brother Justus for a night of fierce trivia, smooth pours, and the potential for bragging rights. Gather your dream team or fly solo as you rely on good old-fashioned brainpower - no Googling allowed!
Trivia is free to play, with Brother Justus gift card prizes for the first and second place winners, as well as the team that correctly answers the Brother Justus Question of the Evening! Sign up to play upon arrival at the distillery; no more than eight (8) players per team.

Trivia Mafia
Whiskey goes in, wisdom comes out! Flex your mental muscles at Trivia Mafia, hosted by Brother Justus for a night of fierce trivia, smooth pours, and the potential for bragging rights. Gather your dream team or fly solo as you rely on good old-fashioned brainpower - no Googling allowed!
Trivia is free to play, with Brother Justus gift card prizes for the first and second place winners, as well as the team that correctly answers the Brother Justus Question of the Evening! Sign up to play upon arrival at the distillery; no more than eight (8) players per team.

CLOSED
We’ll be closed on Easter Sunday, April 20. We will reopen for regular business hours on Thursday, April 24.

SOLD OUT: General Distillery Tour
Go behind the scenes at our state-of-the-art distillery to learn about our distillation process, how Brother Justus Whiskey Co. started, and why Minnesota is the best place to make whiskey. Guided by a member of our expert staff, you'll get a first-hand look, touch, and taste of how we craft our award-winning American Single Malt Whiskey. After the tour, enjoy a guided tasting of our American Single Malt, Cold-Peated®, and Silver Whiskeys, plus a special pour of one of our limited-edition releases. Tour attendees receive 10% off the purchase of any 750ml bottle of Brother Justus American Single Malt Whiskey the day of the tour.
Tours will begin as soon as the entire group has arrived, or no later than 10 minutes after the scheduled start time. Guests are encouraged to call us at (315) 794-4777 if they are running late.

Tasting at Surdyk’s
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Surdyk’s: https://surdyks.com/

Tasting at Morelli’s Market
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Morelli’s Market: https://www.morellismarket.com/liquor

Trivia Mafia
Whiskey goes in, wisdom comes out! Flex your mental muscles at Trivia Mafia, hosted by Brother Justus for a night of fierce trivia, smooth pours, and the potential for bragging rights. Gather your dream team or fly solo as you rely on good old-fashioned brainpower - no Googling allowed!
Trivia is free to play, with Brother Justus gift card prizes for the first and second place winners, as well as the team that correctly answers the Brother Justus Question of the Evening! Sign up to play upon arrival at the distillery; no more than eight (8) players per team.

Dahlia Pop-Up
The team from Dahlia will be on-site with sandwiches, dessert, and provisions to enjoy with your midweek cocktail! Menus published to Instagram in the week leading up to the pop-up.
Learn more about the Dahlia team and concept on their website: www.eatatdahlia.com/

Tasting at Marketplace Liquor, Savage
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Marketplace Liquor: https://www.savagemn.gov/departments/savage-city-liquor/savage-city-liquor-locations

Tasting at Thomas Liquors
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Thomas Liquors: https://thomasliquor.com/

CLOSED for a Private Event
We’re closed for a private event on Thursday, April 10. The Cocktail Room will reopen for normal business hours on Friday, April 11.
Magers & Quinn Booksellers is celebrating 100 Years of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby at the Distillery and Cocktail Room this evening. If interested in attending, tickets can be purchased on their website.
Interested in renting the Distillery for your next event? Contact events@brotherjustus.com, or fill out our event request form at the button below.

Tasting at St. Anthony Village Wine & Spirits, Marketplace
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about St. Anthony Village Wine & Spirits: https://www.savmn.com/342/St-Anthony-Village-Wine-Spirits

Tasting at France 44
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about France 44: https://www.france44.com/

Dahlia Pop-Up
The team from Dahlia will be on-site with sandwiches, dessert, and provisions to enjoy with your midweek cocktail! Menus published to Instagram in the week leading up to the pop-up.
Learn more about the Dahlia team and concept on their website: www.eatatdahlia.com/

Tasting at Apple Valley Liquor, Store #3
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Apple Valley Liquor, Store #3: https://applevalleyliquor.com/store-3/

Tasting at Morelli’s Market
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Morelli’s Market: https://www.morellismarket.com/liquor

Tasting at Edina Liquor, Southdale
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Edina Liquor: https://edinaliquor.com/

Tasting at South Lyndale Liquors
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about South Lyndale Liquors: https://southlyndale.com/

Dahlia Pop-Up
The team from Dahlia will be on-site with sandwiches, dessert, and provisions to enjoy with your midweek cocktail! Plus, Brother Justus is launching our spring menu, so you’ll be among the first to taste our new sips!
Learn more about the Dahlia team and concept on their website: www.eatatdahlia.com/

Tasting at Edina Liquor, 50th & France
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Edina Liquor: https://edinaliquor.com/

SOLD OUT: General Distillery Tour
Go behind the scenes at our state-of-the-art distillery to learn about our distillation process, how Brother Justus Whiskey Co. started, and why Minnesota is the best place to make whiskey. Guided by a member of our expert staff, you'll get a first-hand look, touch, and taste of how we craft our award-winning American Single Malt Whiskey. After the tour, enjoy a guided tasting of our American Single Malt, Cold-Peated®, and Silver Whiskeys, plus a special pour of one of our limited-edition releases. Tour attendees receive 10% off the purchase of any 750ml bottle of Brother Justus American Single Malt Whiskey the day of the tour.
Tours will begin as soon as the entire group has arrived, or no later than 10 minutes after the scheduled start time. Guests are encouraged to call us at (315) 794-4777 if they are running late.

Sushi By Baaska x PARE x Brother Justus
Join us for an exclusive omakase pop-up, featuring dishes paired with Brother Justus whiskeys! Enjoy a fusion of Japanese traditional sushi by Sushi By Baaska and bold Filipino flavors by PARE, enhanced by the smoothness of fine American Single Malts by Brother Justus Whiskey Company.
Brother Justus will reach out to extend an invitation for an exclusive whiskey pairing to accompany your dinner, featuring three 3/4-ounce pours of Brother Justus American Single Malt Whiskeys. Each pairing will come with a complimentary distillery tour following dinner, led by a Brother Justus team member. The tasting and tour are available exclusively to purchasers of the Omakase dinner for an additional $35 per person.
Scroll down to SBB x Pare x Brother Justus; click the event and an order window will pop up on screen.
Sushi by Baaska & PARE will be serving a variety of delicious small plates throughout the evening! Make a reservation to secure your seats; walk-ins also welcome.

Tasting at Edina Liquor, Grandview
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Edina Liquor: https://edinaliquor.com/

Dahlia Pop-Up
The team from Dahlia will be on-site with sandwiches, dessert, and provisions to enjoy with your midweek cocktail! Plus, save 20% on your cocktail tab if you pick up Dahlia food.
Learn more about the Dahlia team and concept on their website: www.eatatdahlia.com/

Winter Whiskey Tasting
Join Brother Justus to spend an evening among the trees, tasting whiskey and listening to live music in the Arboretum’s Firefly Pavilion at the Winter Whiskey Tasting event on Saturday, March 8, 2025.
Taste a selection of whiskeys curated by a team of experts from Binny’s Beverage Depot and warm up at the cozy fire pits on the open-air patios of the Arboretum’s Firefly Pavilion. From the velvety smoothness of aged bourbons to the peaty allure of single malts, every pour is an invitation to explore the nuanced flavors of fine whiskey.
This event is for adults aged 21 and older. No children, including infants in strollers, will be permitted. Your ticket purchase helps support the Arboretum’s vision of a greener, healthier, and more beautiful world where people and trees thrive together. All event ticket purchasers will receive a complementary six-ounce snifter glass.
Click below for more info and tickets!

After Hours with the Flowers Silver Whiskey Pop-Up Tasting
Sample our Silver American Single Malt and enjoy it in a floral-themed cocktail at After Hours with the Flowers at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Spring Flower Show! Make a night of it with your special someone or best friends to enjoy the flower show after hours with live music, games, lectures and entertainment.
Learn more about After Hours with the Flowers: https://arb.umn.edu/events/flowershowafterhours
Learn more about the Spring Flower Show: https://arb.umn.edu/flowershow

Dahlia Pop-Up
The team from Dahlia will be on-site with sandwiches, dessert, and provisions to enjoy with your midweek cocktail! Plus, save 20% on your cocktail tab if you pick up Dahlia food.
Learn more about the Dahlia team and concept on their website: www.eatatdahlia.com/
SOLD OUT: The Other Place Flight Night
Join Brother Justus at The Other Place in Duluth, Minnesota, for Flight Night! Featuring pours of our Silver, American, and Cold Peated® American Single Malt Whiskeys, each fight is paired with an appetizer course.
Learn more about The Other Place: https://theotherplacemn.com/

American Single Malt Whiskey Fest
Join Brother Justus at Freedom Brothers Pizzeria & Alehouse for an exclusive American Single Malt Whiskey tasting event! As an emerging category, American Single Malt is making waves, featuring distillers across the U.S. crafting premium, complex single malts. Unlike traditional bourbon or rye, American Single Malt Whiskey is made from 100% malted barley and aged in oak barrels, offering rich, smooth, and diverse flavor profiles.
Tickets to this event includes 10 whiskey tastings, 6 crafted cocktail samples and one full signature cocktail, a 4-course whiskey-inspired buffet, and education from whiskey industry experts. Seats are limited - get your tickets today!
For more information, visit Freedom Brothers’ website.

Tasting at Surdyk’s 91st Anniversary Sale
Come sample sips of our liquid gold in celebration of Surdyk’s 91st Anniversary! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar as Surdyk’s looks back at over 90 years of flavor, tradition, and evolution. The sale is happening now through March 16, and you’ll find special pricing on Brother Justus products!
Learn more about Surdyk’s: https://surdyks.com/

Tasting at Hy-Vee Plymouth
Come sample sips of our liquid gold! Enjoy tastings of our Single Malt Whiskeys and stock up on bottles for your home bar.
Learn more about Hy-Vee Plymouth: https://www.hy-vee.com/stores/

Made in Minnesota Spirits Tasting Event
Raise your glass to the Land of 10,000 Lakes! Join Brother Justus at the historic Uptown Theater in Minneapolis for an unforgettable evening celebrating the finest craft spirits Minnesota has to offer. This lively event brings together over 20 of the state’s best distilleries, each pouring their unique creations—from smooth vodkas and bold whiskeys to inventive gins and tantalizing liqueurs, and delicious bites from Nico’s Tacos.