How far is the distillery from Louisville?

Neeley Family Distillery is about 45 minutes northeast of Louisville in Sparta, Kentucky. It's in Gallatin County, off the main Bourbon Trail routes, so plan for a bit of a drive through rural Kentucky.

What makes their bourbon different from larger distilleries?

The Neeleys grow some of their own corn right on the property and handle most of the production themselves as a family operation. You're tasting spirits made in small batches with direct family involvement from grain to bottle, rather than mass-produced bourbon.

CRAFT DISTILLERY

Kansas

Baldwin City Distillery

Baldwin City,

Kansas

— Bourbon, Vodka

TOURS AVAILABLE

TASTINGS

RESERVATIONS

FAMILY FRIENDLY

BOTTLE SALES

DISTILLERY SNAPSHOT

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Engineer Turned Distiller

Methodical approach to every single batch

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Prairie Grain Focus

Kansas agriculture sourced when possible

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Personal Connection

Dan and Cindy handle tastings themselves

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Hands-On Scale

See the entire operation in minutes

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Retirement Project

Hobby that became something more serious

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Rural Road Find

County road location worth the GPS

📞 (913) 484-4045

🌐 http://www.baldwincitydistillery.com/

📍 1747 N 200 Rd, Baldwin City, KS 66006, USA

ABOUT THIS DISTILLERY

Small-Scale Prairie Operation Where Retirement Became Passion

Baldwin City Distillery sits on a rural road just outside Baldwin City, Kansas, about 30 miles southwest of Kansas City. Founded by Dan and Cindy Reazin in 2014, this small operation started as a retirement project that quickly became something more serious. Dan, a former engineer, dove into the craft spirits world after years of home brewing and distilling as a hobby. The distillery operates out of a modest facility that houses their copper still and aging room, focusing on small-batch bourbon, vodka, and seasonal spirits. What began as a way to stay busy in retirement has evolved into a genuine craft distillery that’s become a weekend destination for spirits enthusiasts exploring Kansas’s growing distillery scene.

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WHAT SETS THEM APART

Genuine Husband-Wife Team Engineering Meets Grain

Baldwin City Distillery represents the grassroots side of Kansas craft distilling, operating at a genuinely small scale that lets Dan and Cindy maintain hands-on control over every batch. Their location puts them in the heart of Kansas agriculture, sourcing local grains when possible and embracing the prairie setting rather than trying to compete with urban craft cocktail scenes. The husband-and-wife operation means you’re likely to meet the actual distillers during your visit, and their engineering background brings a methodical approach to production that shows in the consistency of their spirits.

TOURS AVAILABLE

TASTINGS

FOOD AVAILABLE

COCKTAILS

RESERVATIONS

FAMILY FRIENDLY

BOTTLE SALES

THE VISITOR EXPERIENCE

Meet the Actual Distillers No Corporate Polish

You’ll find a no-frills experience that focuses on the spirits themselves rather than elaborate tasting rooms or gift shops. Dan and Cindy typically handle tastings personally, walking you through their production process and the stories behind each spirit. The facility tour gives you an up-close look at their copper still and aging setup, and you can see the entire operation in about 30 minutes. Don’t expect craft cocktails or elaborate food pairings—this is about tasting what they’ve distilled and understanding their approach to small-batch production.

IS IT WORTH VISITING

Authentic Craft Experience Worth the Rural Drive

If you’re interested in seeing craft distilling at its most authentic small-scale level, Baldwin City Distillery delivers exactly that experience. You won’t find the polished tasting room experience of larger operations, but you will get genuine interaction with the people who actually make the spirits. It’s worth the drive for spirits enthusiasts who appreciate meeting the distillers and understanding the nuts and bolts of small-batch production. Skip it if you’re looking for a full entertainment experience or craft cocktail destination.

⚠️ VISITING TIPS

Call ahead to confirm they’re open and available for tastings—this is a small operation with limited regular hours. The rural location means GPS is essential, and you’ll want to double-check the address since it’s on a county road that can be easy to miss. Weekend afternoons tend to be your best bet for finding them available. Ask Dan about his engineering approach to distilling if you’re interested in the technical side, and don’t be surprised if you end up in a longer conversation about grain sources or aging techniques than you expected.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Baldwin City Distillery — Visitor FAQ

Do I need to call ahead to visit?

Yes, definitely call before making the drive out. Dan and Cindy operate on a more flexible schedule since it’s just the two of them running everything. They’re usually available on weekends but it’s worth confirming they’ll be there and ready for tastings.

How long does a visit typically take?

Plan on about 45 minutes to an hour total. The facility tour is quick since it’s a small operation, but Dan and Cindy enjoy talking about their process and you might find yourself in longer conversations about distilling techniques or local grain sources.

What can I buy to take home?

You can purchase bottles of their bourbon and vodka on-site. Selection depends on what they currently have in stock, since production runs are genuinely small-batch. It’s worth asking about any special releases they might have available.

GETTING THERE

Find Baldwin City Distillery

📍1747 N 200 Rd, Baldwin City, KS 66006, USA

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📞 (913) 484-4045

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