History

Crystal Ridge Distillery is located in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and works to bring moonshine out of the mountains and into the heart of the town. The building is historic and was hand-built between 1910 and 1920, while modern revitalization preserves its charm. The distillery offers tours and tastings led by their own team and showcases a 250-gallon copper-and-wood still called \"Patrick\". The focus is on authenticity and craftsmanship in the process, and the location in central Hot Springs reflects a strong connection to the moonshine tradition.

Production and Manufacturing

Arkansas Vodka is made from the finest ingredients and distilled ten times for ultimate purity and elegance. Moonshine flavor variants form a central part of the production, with options such as Apple Pie, Banana Cream, Butterscotch, Cinnamon, Chocolate, Maple Bacon, Mule Kick, Peach, Peanut Butter, Pecan Pie, Pineapple, Salted Caramel, Strawberry, and Root Beer. The distillery also describes the use of our specially shaped mash bill and the 250-gallon copper-and-wood still \"Patrick\" in its production. Vodka is also distilled to a high purity.

Products

• Moonshine variants: Apple Pie, Banana Cream, Butterscotch, Cinnamon, Chocolate, Maple Bacon, Mule Kick, Peach, Peanut Butter, Pecan Pie, Pineapple, Salted Caramel, Strawberry, Root Beer.
• Arkansas Vodka: 10x distillation for purity and elegance.
• The Pack: Arkansas Mule, Strawberry Mojito, Pina Colada, Sunrise Sipper, Twist ‘O Lime, Black Cherry, Spicy Melon Rita.

Visits and Experiences

Behind the Barrels: Distillery Tours & Tastings are offered for free; about a 20-minute tour led by the Crystal Ridge Distillery team. The tour highlights the history and craft behind the distillation, including the building hand-built between 1910 and 1920 and the 250-gallon copper-and-wood still Patrick. Tastings are offered every 30 minutes without a reservation. Tasting times are aligned with the tasting hours; tours and tastings are available daily. Additionally, there is a private events area in Downtown Hot Springs: four rooms, seating for up to 250 at weddings and up to 350 at private events; a deposit and contract required; they offer bar service and equipment, and alcohol is not provided.

Philosophy

The distillery emphasizes authenticity and preserving the history surrounding moonshine, with a historic building and modern revitalization. Their experiential approach blends living history, craftsmanship, and hospitality in a downtown setting.