About this experience
Unlike mass-production facilities, Old Alker Distillery offers an authentic, hands-on look into New Orleans craft vodka, rum, and gin distilling. You’ll step directly onto our active production floor for an up-close look at our traditional handmade copper pot stills, learning how slow, small-batch distillation creates unmatched depth of flavor and a smooth mouthfeel. Our experience combines grain-to-glass education, a professionally guided flight of locally inspired spirits, and a freshly handcrafted parting cocktail—giving you an insider's taste of New Orleans craftsmanship.
At a glance
- Duration: 45 min
What is included
- Old Alker Vodka Old Alker Small-Batch Rum Old Alker Botanical Gin: Signature Parting Cocktail:
Itinerary and highlights
Step onto the active distillery floor at Old Alker Distillery for an immersive look into craft distilling. See traditional copper pot stills up close, learn the art and science of small-batch spirit production, and enjoy an expert-guided tasting flight. Wrap up with a handcrafted sample cocktail.
Distillery Tour: Get an insider's view of the grain-to-glass process and traditional copper pot distillation.
Pro Guided Tasting Class: Learn how spirits are crafted and how professionals nose, sip, and evaluate flavor profiles.
Guided Flight Tasting: Enjoy a tasting of three signature house spirits. Old Alker Vodka: Ultra-smooth and pot-distilled for maximum mouthfeel. Old Alker Small-Batch Rum: Copper-distilled with rich local sugarcane character. Old Alker Botanical Gin: Blended from three individual gin distillations for a crisp, citrus-forward profile.
Signature Parting Cocktail: Finish with a sample of a seasonal craft cocktail featuring one of Old Alker's pot-stilled spirits.
Meeting and pickup information
- Parking Notice: Old Alker Distillery does not have a dedicated parking lot. Street parking is available in the surrounding area, but spaces can fill up quickly. Please allow yourself plenty of extra time to find a parking space prior to your tour.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Old Alker Distillery
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All guests must be over the age of 21 with valid ID
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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