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

Florida

Black Creek Distilleries

Middleburg,

Florida

— Whiskey, Rum

TOURS AVAILABLE

TASTINGS

FAMILY FRIENDLY

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DISTILLERY SNAPSHOT

📞 (904) 214-3265

🌐 https://www.facebook.com/blackcreekdistilleries/

📍 4289 Co Rd 218 # 107, Middleburg, FL 32068, USA

ABOUT THIS DISTILLERY

Black Creek Distilleries sits in the agricultural heart of Clay County, Florida, about 30 minutes southwest of Jacksonville. Founded by local entrepreneurs who saw an opportunity to bring craft distilling to this rural stretch of North Florida, the operation launched in 2019 in a converted warehouse space along County Road 218. The distillery focuses primarily on whiskey production, though they’ve experimented with rum and flavored spirits as well. The location feels purposefully removed from tourist areas—you’re driving past horse farms and pine forests to get here, which gives the whole experience an authentic, local feel rather than a polished destination vibe. The founders wanted to create something that felt genuinely connected to North Florida’s agricultural roots, and the setting delivers on that vision. You’ll find a no-frills operation that’s more about the craft than the show, though they’ve built out a decent tasting room for visitors who make the drive out.

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WHAT SETS THEM APART

What sets Black Creek apart is really its commitment to being a true local operation in an area that hadn’t seen craft distilling before. They source corn from Florida farms when possible and have experimented with using local honey and citrus in some of their specialty spirits. The scale is genuinely small—we’re talking about a few hundred bottles per batch rather than thousands. The founders didn’t come from the spirits industry, which shows in both good and challenging ways. They’re learning as they go, which means you might catch them in the middle of genuine experimentation rather than just following established recipes.

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THE VISITOR EXPERIENCE

The tasting room has that converted warehouse feel—concrete floors, exposed beams, and a straightforward bar setup. It’s not fancy, but it’s comfortable and the staff genuinely knows their products. Tastings are informal affairs where you’ll try whatever they have available that day, which might be three spirits or might be six, depending on production schedules. The tours are brief but hands-on since everything happens in essentially one large space. You can see the stills, the barrel storage, and bottling area all from the tasting room. The staff treats visitors more like neighbors dropping by than tourists on a schedule.

IS IT WORTH VISITING

This is for people who want to see craft distilling in its early, authentic stages rather than a polished tourist experience. If you’re expecting elaborate tours, extensive cocktail menus, or Instagram-worthy spaces, you’ll be disappointed. But if you appreciate supporting genuinely local businesses and want to taste spirits that aren’t available anywhere else, it’s worth the drive. Whiskey enthusiasts will appreciate talking directly with the people making the product, and the prices are reasonable. It pairs well with exploring the rural Clay County area, but probably isn’t worth a special trip from far away unless you’re specifically interested in Florida craft spirits.

⚠️ VISITING TIPS

Call ahead or check their Facebook page before driving out—hours can be irregular and they sometimes close for production or events. The GPS coordinates are accurate, but you’re definitely in rural territory so don’t expect cell service to be perfect. Weekends tend to be better for visits since that’s when they focus on the tasting room rather than production. Ask about their barrel program if you’re interested in taking home something unique. Bring cash since card processing can be spotty, and don’t expect a full restaurant—this is primarily a spirits operation.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Black Creek Distilleries — Visitor FAQ

How do I know if you’re open before I drive out there?

Check their Facebook page or call ahead since hours can vary based on production schedules. They’re most reliably open on weekends, but it’s always worth confirming since you’re driving into rural Clay County.

What spirits should I expect to taste?

Their focus is on whiskey, but availability depends on current production batches. They’ve also made rum and flavored spirits, so what you taste will depend on what’s ready when you visit. The selection is limited but changes regularly.

Is this suitable for people who don’t know much about distilling?

Absolutely. The staff enjoys explaining their process and the small scale means you can see everything firsthand. It’s actually a great place to learn about craft distilling since you’re seeing it at a genuinely small, hands-on operation rather than a large commercial facility.

GETTING THERE

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📍4289 Co Rd 218 # 107, Middleburg, FL 32068, USA

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📞 (904) 214-3265

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