George Washington Whiskey Tasting
May 2, 2026 2:00 PM –5:00 PM
Sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.
In 1799, George Washington's distillery produced nearly 11,000 gallons, making it one of the largest whiskey distilleries in America. Today, a reconstructed working distillery produces small batch spirits on-site using 18th-century distilling methods.
You will sample 3 distilled spirits, hear about the history of distilling spirits, and tour Washington's reconstructed gristmill and distillery.
Attend tastings on Saturdays in May, June, and September at George Washington's Distillery & Gristmill, located 2.7 miles from Mount Vernon.
Upcoming Dates
- Saturday, May 9
- Saturday, May 16
- Saturday, May 23
- Saturday, May 30
- Saturday, June 6
- Saturday, June 13
- Saturday, June 20
- Saturday, June 27
- Saturday, September 5
- Saturday, September 12
- Saturday, September 19
- Saturday, September 26
