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Corsair Distillery & Taproom
1200 Clinton St #110, Nashville, TN 37203, United States
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Ro
Review №1

The staff were very courteous, and VERY knowledgeable! We very much enjoyed our sampling. The cocktails and pizza in the lounge area were very much an added bonus! We will definitely refer friends and family to enjoy the experience!

Mi
Review №2

Cocktails were good. Beer is average to below average. Service was somewhat slow and mildly surly. Server seemed like she was put out based on my existence. Very cool setting and ambiance.

Al
Review №3

Came here for a tour and tasting in March. The guide was their head distiller so she definitely knew what she was talking about and could answer any questions we had! She had a fun personality and made the tour more interesting that way. The tasting was awesome. We tried 5 or 6 different things and I enjoyed them all! I wasnt a big fan of whiskey before the tour, but since weve bought 3 or 4 of their whiskeys both at this location and at other stores and weve enjoyed every single one.

An
Review №4

Very nice place. The entire building is awesome. The employees at Corsair are very welcoming and friendly. Excellent cocktails. They have everything from Gin and Vodka to Rum and Whiskey.Super clean, taking covid very seriously.Excellent experience.

Ca
Review №5

The staff is wonderful. Jo is just the best. As for covid they are super safe, very nice social distancing and just a lovely atmosphere. Id go back in an instant. Thanks so much!

Vi
Review №6

We had a great time at our tour here! All the spirits we tried were fantastic, especially the whiskey. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and even gave us free tastings of a couple more kinds of whiskey after our official tasting ended. Would definitely recommend this if you’re looking for something to do in Nashville.

Es
Review №7

Visiting Corsair was awesome!! I booked a tour & tasting (they have non-drinker options!). Our tour & tasting was informative , fun and yummy! Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and made the whole experience a great one to have in Nashville under odd circumstances with Covid. They were very safe (require masks , have plastic barriers between groups and tour guide in tasting room). If you’re visiting Nashville this is a must go !!

Ro
Review №8

Great time and nice tours and a wonderful experience

St
Review №9

Absolutely worst experience. Im on vacation with my family, as we walked in there was no pricing how much tastings were. After we each tried 5 shots all of a sudden it was $21 for 2 people. Everything was absolutely nasty, not one was remotely good, the funny thing is they hand you a cup of water as your drinking. Obviously they know it’s gross. Not worth the money at all. Very disappointed.

Ta
Review №10

Spacious, history-laden facility occupying the original Yazoo Brewery and Popcorn Sutton Moonshine Distillery in Marathon Village. Head Distiller Lorna is a gem; tours are informative, well-paced, and interesting, and include a tasting of a handful of the distillerys wares. Merchandise is available, and space includes a large taproom offering craft cocktails and beers [brewed on-site]. Everything was excellent.

Ma
Review №11

I Liked a lot this Distillery. Staffs are nice, and the old building is gorgeous. You should have some of their gin cocktails, so good! Their beers are delicious too. I liked their whiskey, but they were not my favorite drinks there.

Ca
Review №12

Best smoked Bourbon cocktail Ive ever had. Staff was so friendly. Loved it!

Je
Review №13

The drinks were good and the was good. Great service.

Kr
Review №14

Tour was short and not as informative as others in the area. I would not come here again. For the price there are much better tours and tastings. The staff was also very hands off and uninvested, even during the tour.

Ma
Review №15

We missed out on a tour since they were full already. Instead, we did a tasting of liquors at the bar they have set up in the lobby area. I went for the Botanist tasting combination (gin, barrel aged gin, spiced rum) and they were all amazingly good to taste. I particularly liked the gin/barrel aged gin combination so that I could really get a side-by-side comparison going on for my tongue. The barkeep was really great at his job. Would try this again any day of the week.

La
Review №16

Used our Hop Passports and tried both of their brews that were on tap! Both were very well done. They have a lot of guest brews as well; you can get a taste of nearly every brewery in Nashville here!

Ak
Review №17

The tour was fantastic and our guide have us the low down on how TN whiskey is made! Its a stop on the Clinton street where there are a few distilleries. its worth it if you have the time..

Ga
Review №18

This was such a wonderful experience. I went on a tour of the distillery with a few friends and the tour guide was absolutely wonderful. The tour was incredibly informative and the tasting at the end was delicious. Corsair has some incredibly delicious spirits and it is a must see for this visiting Nashville!

M
Review №19

We took the tour and it was great. Everything we sampled was delicious, the tour guide was great as well.

Ja
Review №20

This place was great. Very chill, very lowkey and very good quality spirits and beer. The staff was extremely friendly, informative and helpful. Just a nice low stress vibe.

El
Review №21

We tried to take the tour, however it was fully booked which was too bad.We sat and had a couple drinks while playing some board games.The service was very fast considering how busy they were which was nice. The cocktails were well crafted but were on the expensive side.

Mi
Review №22

Super informative tour, feels more authentic and less commercial than others.Tasting will take you down a road of multiple taste profiles. Spirits here tend to lean a bit more harsh than the other side of the Marathon Factory, but still worth a booking.

Li
Review №23

Great pricing for tasting. Not fans of sweet or sweetened alcohol here. Not my cup of tea but wonderfully honest bartender

Ad
Review №24

Lots of fun. Worth it.

Ro
Review №25

Spirits and beer are good. For a touristy place though I expect more sitting areas and food choices. Again, spirit and beer is good! Wow, the Ancient UP A is really nice.

Da
Review №26

The distillery is pretty nice, large for groups and everything is chill. The whiskey tasting was fantastic. I was surprised their Gin was so good

Sh
Review №27

Really cool spot in an old train depot style building. They have two separate ‘rooms’ for beer vs spirits and cocktails. Beers are more high ABV stuff, but tasty and a really good dryer cider. The cocktail room is fantastic with a good menu of options. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a good beer/cocktail option all in one.

de
Review №28

What a great place. Knowledge staff great craft drinks. A must see in Nashville

Ju
Review №29

4/5 due to the taproom being closed for a few hours. The spirits room was good, purchased the triple smoked and wildfire. Overall a good experience.

Ke
Review №30

Great spirits, staff, tasting room, and bar. The tour was not that extensive but was interesting and I really enjoyed the variety of spirits they had available. Really cool vibe and some fun shops in the same area to visit.

Er
Review №31

Two tours in one day. This one had great beer to go along with the whiskey tour which I liked better.

R
Review №32

A great place to have a cocktail and brew. I recommend the old fashion and any of the Southern Grist brews. The strawberry rhubarb Gose, is amazing!

Ma
Review №33

Chris you are the professional! Had an amazing time tasting really good booze. Learnt so much about the brewing process. The tasting of different gins and whiskeys was an awesome experience, and the service wasnt bad either!Would highly recommend a visit and tipple or 2.

Ni
Review №34

Extensive beer selection. We wanted to do a tour but they book up real fast, so make sure to reserve a spot at least the day before. Only real complaint is that they were blasting clubby electronic music at 2 in the afternoon and we could barely sit and have a conversation. Must have been even more difficult for the surprisingly large number of elderly people hanging out in there.

Au
Review №35

I went to this place last week and it was definitely a really good experience. Food is amazing. Beer is reasonably priced. Everything on the menu is delicious. We were really happy with the quality they served. Moreover, the place a very different and unique vibe. We went their just for a drink or two, but we ended up spending around 3 hours at this place.

Sa
Review №36

We stopped by here hoping to get a tour. But we didnt check the tour times. Instead we did a tasting and then ended up getting a few cocktails. I enjoyed most of them! Although I didnt do the tasting, it seems there was a good variety. There are a bunch of games around to play like N64!! Theres also a cat that lives there. Hes nice but will let you know when hes had enough attention :).

Jo
Review №37

They remodeled booze and beer in same room very nice. Guys are knowledgeable.

Al
Review №38

Went on the tasting tour and would highly recommend. Got to try a few types of whisky they make there. Some of the best I’ve had!

Je
Review №39

My group visited this place for a tour and tasting. Very informative and entertaining. We enjoyed learning about the process and then tasting the variety of alcohol. Our guide showed us a great technique to tasting that enhances flavors and we will treasure that forever! Would definitely recommend :)

Je
Review №40

Went here with 6 others for a friends bachelor party. The tour was quick but informative. They have a great little set up there including where they test out small batch creations.We started by having a sample of the Hazelnut Stout. It was so good I got a pint to share with the group - super smooth but hazelnut provided the earthy finish.The whiskeys were super good and interesting. I thought the quinoa whiskey was inventive with a strong quinoa nose but a sweeter finish. The Oatrage was a clear winner for me and we got to try a single barrel variation, incredibly smooth for 121 proof.Highly recommend to stop by as long as you want to taste and not just put back a few drinks quickly.

JT
Review №41

Absolutely loved the visit!

Da
Review №42

Great beers on tap. Their spiced rum is awesome. The biergarten will be perfect when finished

Be
Review №43

Loved the beer, building, atmosphere....hated the staff. Acted like they were too good for us, like we should be thankful that they were waiting on us. Very elitist. Bad vibes from the 20-30 something servers. Would not go back.

Ey
Review №44

Did a tasting, server was not that friendly.

Ba
Review №45

Awesome tour! Great staff and drinks!

Ol
Review №46

Ok drinks, but my experience with the staff was terrible. Acted like they were too good to serve us and got yelled at for looking at the bottles wrong. Would not go back if they were the best drinks in Nashville.

Aa
Review №47

Great tour of the facility! The tasting was excellent.

Jo
Review №48

Good time, cheap. Tried some new things which I dont normally do. Bartender wasnt to interested in explaining the menu to some customers but his attitude seemed to get better as the time went on.

La
Review №49

Came in 20 minutes before close, and they wouldnt serve us. I was really excited about getting a quick beer, but it looks like they lost our business instead. Not pleased.

Ro
Review №50

So the whiskey is amazing and the quinoa brown ale is amazing! Recommend the old fashion with Wildfire whiskey.

mi
Review №51

Good to Mediocre product verrrry expensive,I was insulted by being asked for I’dIt’s quite obvious or should be that I’m 4x the legal ageThe personnel was cold and didn’t care weather or not we were there, until we placed a sizable order that got their attention then they were quite niceIn typical Nashville fashion, as long as they’re spending money be nice.I’m reasonably sure the attitude expressed by the management were not shared by the employees but corporate owners need to polish their act up a littleWith the right amount of class and style you could sell ice to eskimos let alone average liquor to touristsIf you can’t afford the rent go elsewhere but don’t take it out on your customers$ 3 to 10 dollar parking is an insult even In NashvilleP. S. There is NO statute that calls for asking for ID from every customer in Tennessee, unless you’re on probation for a previous lapse.

Ri
Review №52

Not very impressed. Just a small place. Unless you like tours, dont waist time.

Ke
Review №53

Had a great time with Joe, as our guide!

Ca
Review №54

A nice little tour. Cole was knowledgeable and Pizza is adorable.

Br
Review №55

Great beers on tap!!!! Different selections of craft beers then Im used to so it was a good surprise for my wife and I! Good prices!! Friendly bartender!

Th
Review №56

Absolutely phenomenal. The master distiller and the bartenders are fantastic. Great drinks and amazing tour.

Ad
Review №57

Enjoyed a smokey whiskey sour and it was really well made and the smoke and pepper added a flavor to this traditional drink. Went on the tour and it was quick and ended with a tasting of beer, whiskey, and gin. Overall great experience.

Sa
Review №58

I loved the whiskey side! .. not so much the brewstillery side. The set up is weird so that if its your first time, you naturally go into the beer side first & you have to ask to find the whiskey. Samples were tasty & the guy helping us was super nice & informative! I recommend checking this place out! - the whiskey side ;)

Se
Review №59

Two stars for pretty good beer but thats about it. Weve been here a few times and have always had a pretentious bartender that always acts like youre inconveniencing them by being there. Probably wont go back. As much as I like good beer, I like being treated like a decent human being more.Try the bar by Marathon Music Works. Much better vibes and better hours!

Ja
Review №60

I visit almost weekly to check out the craft brews. Everything is in small batches so specials change all the time. Love the craft whisky as well, some of the best I’ve had anywhere in the state or Kentucky. They take care of their customers and will make specialty cocktails if you ask. Always a cool place to stop in early on a Friday night. Happy hour on Tuesdays and Wednesdays is a good time too. Can’t say enough good things about this place.

Ma
Review №61

Fun to see the wide range of craft distillery products they produce. Great to see a local distillery succeed like they have done. Certainly worth stopping in to do a tasting or a tour.

Ni
Review №62

Beer is absolutely fantastic, but I would avoid the distillery tour. Its $10+ to be shown a single-room garage with their distillery equipment and a tasting... There are many other tours/tastings in Nashville that provide a much better value.

Ow
Review №63

We wandered over here to see Nelson Greens but were met with some strange attitudes and big crowds so we wandered into Corsair instead, glad we did. The whiskeys are all very fun, I’d highly recommend the hopped varieties, very unique. A bit pricey, especially for beer, but it was a really fun experience.

Ch
Review №64

The Hemp Brown ale was tasty and the Ryemageddon and Hydra whiskeys were both very good. Staff qas super friendly!

Si
Review №65

In from Chicago, some friends and I had a wonderful tour, tasting, and experience at Corsair on March 12. Emily, our tour guide, was charming, informative, and super fun. All the staff we passed and spoke with were friendly and welcoming. The bartenders were polite, friendly, and attentive. Oh right, and the drinks were delicious. We bought a couple bottles and glasses, and look forward to returning the next time were in Nashville. Thank you, Corsair!

Da
Review №66

Amazing constantly changing beer selection, Nice place to come and relax and enjoy a brew!This pub only makes small batches of brew so their beer is of course going to be good.Zach (the barkeep) has an amazing personality and loves to interact with the patrons. This bar also has a tour of their brewery, where they brew microbrews, bourbon, single malt, and alt whiskeys.Check it out, its worth the visit!

Pa
Review №67

We received a recommendation from a friend to see this place, and glad we did. The Brewery and Distillery at the old Marathon building was awesome. The tour was fantastic even though we had some obnoxious participants in the group. The beer was great, the whiskey samples were amazing, the tour guide was very good and knowledgeable (sorry dont remember his name) the old building couldnt be more charming with its history, artifacts, decor, and relics. Loved it , and highly recommend

He
Review №68

This place is awesome!! Had 3 oz pours of almost every beer and 1/2 oz sampling of the Vanilla Bean Vodka. When you walk in it looks like just beers, if you want to sample the spirits ask for the distillary menu. Make sure you say hi to Pizza :)

An
Review №69

Great but small distillery trying to muscle into the market with unique flavors. Does tastings and tours. They really love their craft and shows in fantastic bourbons

Ro
Review №70

Great new expanded taproom space. Drink menu consists of some really good Corsair cocktails and local beers.

Ka
Review №71

Great beer, even better staff. AND they have a resident cat?? We will most certainly be returning!

An
Review №72

Amazing tour. Great history and storytelling from Zach. We went here for my friends bachelor party and we had a great time. Definitely recommend

Je
Review №73

Great tour! Its a small place, but theyre clearly having a good time. Great whiskey. Try the gin!! Excellent beer.

Ma
Review №74

Absolutely delicious and unique flavors! Triple Smoke and Hydra whiskeys for the win! Great staff and location.

Si
Review №75

Very raw tasting whiskey. Not in a bad way! Zach, our bartender, gave us a good tour.

Mi
Review №76

Been on many distillery tours and it was nice to have a tour guide (Carter) that was down to earth and not reciting a memorized script. They are doing some interesting things with their beers. Came away with a couple bottles of their Triple Smoke whiskey. My only complaint would be that their whiskey samples were tiny, smallest I have seen on any tour to date.

Au
Review №77

Came here on a short weekend trip! One of the Brewstilleries that is off the beaten path but 100% worth it!!I am a car guy and enthusiast of all things car history and the building did NOT disappoint!This place is located in the old Marathon Motor Building and has all the old Marathon Motors equipment in it along with a lot of cool shops.The beers was great, I tried them all! Very solid selection and a few guest taps.100% would again!

Ma
Review №78

The brewery is on part with your average micro brew. Ive been to dozens all over the country. The staff did a fine job. The Spirits... Not good. Im not much for gin so they get a pass on that. I found no joy in any other spirit I tried. (the large flight). Try the Greenbrier on the other end of the building. The Belle Meade is a quality whiskey.

Ch
Review №79

The tour is often sold out, esp on the weekend. Tonight we had our own private tour. Our guide was awesome, and the tour was short but informative. The tastings were amazing! The triple smoke was very tasty, get it before its gone....

Vi
Review №80

Tour itself would have been great, but the guide was quite condescending towards most questions and our group in general. Gave those who werent part of our group an extra sample at the end.

Da
Review №81

Amazing distillery! The whiskey and beers speak for themselves (although I will say their sour beer was one of the best of its type Ive ever had). The tour was informative and friendly. I recommend corsair to anyone looking for an authentic Nashville distillery experience.

Ma
Review №82

$8 for tour & tasting, $10 if you want to add a glass. Tour was short and sweet, which I appreciate. Theyve got great craft beers on tap in the taproom and their liquors in the tasting room. Im not a huge straight liquor drinker, but it was a fun afternoon. Would love to try some cocktails with the Vanilla Bean Vodka!!

A
Review №83

Me and My Husband Love It ! The staff was very friendly and kind . We had a great time :-)

Cl
Review №84

Best place for a distillery tour and their selection is out of this world! I come here every time I have family or friends come in from out of town.

Er
Review №85

Delicious mixed drinks and exemplary beer options accentuate a rustic atmosphere. Extremely knowledgeable staff. Truly excellent cocktails. You cant miss this place.

Ri
Review №86

Wizards. Theyre all level 10 artisans with super distilling powers. Truly, among the best booze you can get in the country. Good tour, good tasting room (both the distillery and brewery), and great service, but the highlight is the product. Well done.

Kr
Review №87

Informational, love the various tastings, perfect length of tour (not too long or short)

Jo
Review №88

Darek Bell does a great job here

Me
Review №89

Nice tour, informative, and pleasant staff. Didnt care for the seasonal moonshine, but the triple smoke whiskey and the gin were great. good deal at 10.00 including your choice of souvenir glass

Ro
Review №90

Creative and delicious spirits, well executed high gravity beers and awesome-knowledgeable service. The building itself is a wonderful relic from the early 20th century. Love this place!

Le
Review №91

We had a great experience at Corsair. Bartender Darlene was awesome and super knowledgeable. Highly recommend visiting this spot.

Ak
Review №92

The tour was very informative and the spirits were amazing

Ji
Review №93

Small place tucked in the end of an historic building. Beers were ok, a bit high priced though. Too early in day to try their spirits.

Jo
Review №94

I have been there twice, GREAT both times!! Great SMALL craft beers on tap, and great intimate distillery tours. Also, in an old historic building. It is worth hunting out in the big old histiric building. ENJOY......

Pa
Review №95

Solid and creative spirits, great beer. Tour guide was intense, but after talking with one of their reps, my concerns were heard. Would definitely visit again if Im in Nashville.

Pe
Review №96

Great beers and spirits. Had a really nice time chatting with one of the workers, Fey, who was really friendly and informative about sprit making. Impressed all around with drinks and charm of the old building.

Ke
Review №97

Never heard of a brewery and distillery in the same building. Good stuff on both sides!

Ro
Review №98

Nice tour with tasting . very good beers and outstanding whiskey

Al
Review №99

Darlene is the absolute best. She knows what beers I like and never steers me wrong! #bestbartenderintown

Ky
Review №100

Beer was very good. It was awfully cold in the building, but thats not really their fault. Cant wait to come back!

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  • Address:1200 Clinton St #110, Nashville, TN 37203, United States
  • Site:https://www.corsairdistillery.com/marathon/
  • Phone:+1 615-499-6577
Categories
  • Distillery
  • Bar
  • Brewery
  • Gift shop
  • Tourist attraction
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:12–7pm
  • Wednesday:12–7pm
  • Thursday:12–7pm
  • Friday:12–7pm
  • Saturday:12–7pm
  • Sunday:12–7pm
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