Highlands Distillery - Grand Junction, Colorado

Josh N.

We found this place, it's way out of town towards Colorado monument. It is extremely hip with a '70s vibe and decor interior. The bartender was extremely passionate about their mixed drinks which they have several on tap. All of their distilled spirits are free to sample You don't even have to buy a flight. Plenty of nice places to sit there and outdoor seating when it's warm out. Plus there's a lavender farm where you can go pick your own. Highly recommended.

ROB D. J.

This family run distillery and lavender farm is an alcoholic wonderland, full of epic innovations and eclectic environments. There are three very fun and very different areas to enjoy your drinks in, two of which have completely different drink menu's. This encourages experimentation and maneuverability between the environs of this one-of-a-kind distillery and tasting room(s).

Drinks range from handcrafted classics in the Yurt Bar to batch cocktails in the Test Bar that have a lot more surprising flavors and pizazz than a cocktail connoisseur might expect coming from a tap. There is actually a deep and passionate understanding of cocktail culture and history being cultivated here, with new additions of rare or forgotten creations being regularly rotated onto the menu. Good and cheesy knife-and-fork Roman style pizza squares are here to help soak up all the alcoholic fun as well.

The rum, vodka and whiskey are good and confidently crafted, but the star of the show here remains the gin. The Trooper Traverse barrel-aged gin especially is one of the finest examples of the spirit made in Colorado, (or anywhere). Highlands Distillery offers up some of the most fun you'll ever have in a distillery, and the exceptional cocktails and vibes keep this place from being just a gimmick and instead make it a paradise.

Reese D.

Been here a few times and really enjoy the atmosphere and offerings. They remodeled the interior so you can belly up to the bar and try their liquors and concoctions. Otherwise you want to hang out in the large yard with lots of seating choices, fire pits, yard games, and fun decor and lighting. There is also a yurt with tables and another bar for food and cocktails. Service is always with a smile. Food and drinks are fairly priced and perfect for hanging out. Dog friendly for well-behaved pooches.

Rich B.

So we’ve been going here for over a year now. This summer they remodeled and made the front building a comfy bar area and now offer beer. We stopped and totally were satisfied as usual. If you’re on vacation and in the area this is a must.

Beau G.

Really fun atmosphere and great drinks and mock tails. Really fun place to hang with friends. Super unique layout and cozy/warm feel. The pizza was absolutely fantastic. Wish we could have this location back in Minnesota : ). We definitely will be back when visiting family.

Rachel M.

Such a fun, cozy atmosphere with some of the best cocktails I’ve ever had. I love that you can taste them first. They have a cute patio next to the lavender farm with a cozy yurt to order drinks from, along with a food truck.

The staff was very kind as well. They provided my dog with a water bowl, and sent him home with treats.

Annemarie W.

Amazing cocktails! The place was so fun with yard games to play while hanging out. Food was fresh from the garden and so good! We loved it and will be back

ben J.

I enjoyed the craft vodka and gin here, I think they’ve put together a great menu with their tasty all in-house spirits and local flavors. I think the atmosphere inside is comfortable but tight and full of lavender products. Yes, it is a lavender farm but still. Since they just opened I will give them the benefit of the doubt and look forward to updating this review in warmer weather in the near future.

Things are really going well for these guys and the back area has come together nicely! Drinks are still on point, make a stop!