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CBS Visits Thornton Distilling Co.

November 5, 2023 —

https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/video/distillery-opens-in-thornton/

Upcoming Events

DEAD DROP COMEDY | Thornton Distilling Co.

December 3 at 7:30 pm–09:00 pm

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We would like to introduce you to a wonderful orga

We would like to introduce you to a wonderful organization, and our charity partner for our Anniversary Party tomorrow night!

The Cancer Support Center is the only organization in Chicago’s Southland that raises critical funds to provide counseling, fitness, nutrition, and so much more -always free of charge- to those impacted by cancer.

We have heard first hand how important The Center has been to people's recovery, and are truly grateful for what they do for our local community.

We will be holding a raffle tomorrow night, and 100% of the proceeds will go to The Cancer Support Center. Raffle tickets will be for sale for $5. Additionally, every Pecan Old Fashioned sold will come with a ticket!

Prizes include:
$25 Gift Card
4x Thornton Distillery Tour Tickets ($60 value)
2x bottles of Dead Drop Old Fashioned
1 bottle of Dead Drop Single Barrel Bourbon with 2x Glencairn Glasses

Upcoming Events for December! . . Visit our Link

Upcoming Events for December!
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Visit our Link Tree in our bio for more information!

STARTING TOMORROW !!!! New weekly specials at Tho

STARTING TOMORROW !!!!

New weekly specials at Thornton Distilling Co.

WEDNESDAY:
All Night Happy Hour ($5 Draft Beers, $6 Pecan Juleps, $8 Cocktails)
$1 Wings

THURSDAY:
$2 Beef Tacos
$8 Pecan Old Fashioneds

Thank you again to Lenor and Tk for hosting your 1

Thank you again to Lenor and Tk for hosting your 1st Annual Fundraiser for the Purpose Center with us! And a big HAPPY BIRTHDAY again to Lenor!
@mocreativeevents for the beautiful transformation of our hall
📸@rlylesvision

#eventvenue #fundraiser

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Join us for a tasting of Dead Drop Absinthe Blanch

Join us for a tasting of Dead Drop Absinthe Blanche tonight at Garfield’s Beverage in Wicker Park!

Attention fans of Thornton Distilling Co. and Proh

Attention fans of Thornton Distilling Co. and Prohibition era enthusiasts!

You are cordially invited to join us on Saturday 12/2 from 3pm-11pm, for a grand celebration both marking our 3rd anniversary and the 90th anniversary of the week that the 21st Amendment was passed, marking the end of Prohibition in the USA.

Immerse yourself in our building's deep history as you savor Prohibition-era cocktails and indulge in the finest spirits the distillery has to offer.

Look forward to a charity raffle, and food and drink specials running all night.

As space is limited, reservations are highly encouraged!
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.#chicagococktails #bestdayever #deaddrop #repealday #prohibition #prohibitionera

Chef Carlos knocked it out of the park with these

Chef Carlos knocked it out of the park with these Thanksgiving specials!

Thanksgiving Sandwich - $15
Hand carved turkey, cranberry relish, gravy, lettuce, and grilled onions served on a buttered brioche bun, served with a side of mashed potatoes and gravy.

Thanksgiving Wrap - $15
Crispy turkey, tomato, bacon, lettuce, avocado, aged cheddar and mustard aioli, served with a side of mashed potatoes and gravy.

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These bad boys will be available tonight for Friendsgiving, and this weekend after we spend some quality time with our friends and family. Happy Thanksgiving!!!!!
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#thanksgivingfeast #drooling #friendsgiving

Looking for a unique gift or stocking stuffer? Our

Looking for a unique gift or stocking stuffer? Our shop at the distillery is freshly stocked!

Come check out all we have to offer at our Friendsgiving event tonight! Bring your friends and family for a Thanksgiving Eve party with $8 Pecan Old Fashioneds, $8 Pumpkin Pie Martinis, and a Thanksgiving Sandwich that will start the holiday off right.

Music from Bad Hand will start at 7pm!

✨🏆We are thrilled to announce that at the 202

✨🏆We are thrilled to announce that at the 2023 Whiskey and Barrel Nite competition, our Dead Drop Pecan Bourbon and Dead Drop Straight Bourbon Whiskey have brought home not one, but TWO gold medals! 🏆✨

🏅Our Dead Drop Pecan Bourbon received gold in the "Best Finished Whiskey" category.

The pecan bourbon is made with whole locally sourced pecans and pecan wood from the last remaining pecan farm in Illinois.

Raw pecan wood staves are trimmed, cut and toasted by hand at our distillery and aged in select barrels of American straight bourbon whiskey, giving the spirit its unique toasty, spicy character. We then infuse the whiskey with roasted pecans to give it a delicate nutty flavor and rich mouthfeel.

43% abv / 86 proof
No artificial ingredients

TASTING NOTES
Candied pecans and toasted oak on the nose. Rich caramel undertones are layered with vanilla a delicate nuttiness. Immensely drinkable.

🏅Our Dead Drop Straight Bourbon Whiskey has also emerged victorious, securing a gold for "Best Small Batch Bourbon."

A complex blend of specially curated high-rye straight bourbon whiskies. We only select bourbons with a higher rye content for their unique complexity and subtle notes of fruit and baking spice. In order to ensure a consistent flavor and highlight each component in this meticulous blend, every barrel is hand selected and harvested by our Head Distiller and slowly proofed using the limestone-filtered water from our historic artesian well dating back to the 1830’s.

47% abv / 94 proof

TASTING NOTES:
Vanilla, overripe nectarines, woodsy rye spice and tart cherries on the nose. Rich flavors of caramelized oak, delicate stone fruit, toasted vanilla and a touch of spearmint at the end. Decadent yet immensely drinkable with a silky mouthfeel and a long pleasant finish.

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Both whiskies make a wonderful holiday gift or stocking stuffer! 🎁

Our bottle shop & restaurant is open Wed-Sunday! Cheers!

Thornton Distilling is looking for an experienced

Thornton Distilling is looking for an experienced brewer or distiller to join our growing team as our new full-time Assistant Distiller.

To apply, or for additional details, please visit our indeed page via the link below. (please no DM’s via social media).

https://www.indeed.com/job/assistant-distiller-e7328910991722e8?_gl=1*1rxbih9*_gcl_au*NDkxNTc1MDk0LjE2OTkwMzE3MzU

Be sure to come check us out for Brunch tomorrow f

Be sure to come check us out for Brunch tomorrow from 12pm until 3pm. Along with a decadent food menu and many other fabulous cocktails, you can enjoy any of our Artisan Flavored Mimosas. Strawberry, blueberry, mango, dragon fruit, passion fruit, kiwi.. you name it, we got the flavor for you!

Make your reservation today!

Join us today for a holiday tasting of the Dead Dr

Join us today for a holiday tasting of the Dead Drop Old Fashioned at Standard Market in Westmont! 🥃

We had a wonderful time sponsoring the signature c

We had a wonderful time sponsoring the signature cocktail for the 2023 Hyde Park Art Center Gala 🎨

The event, which brought together art enthusiasts and supporters of the center, was a night filled with creativity, music, and of course, delicious drinks.

As guests sipped on their “Dead Drop Pecan
Bourbon Chicago Mule” they were able to explore the art center's galleries, which were filled with stunning exhibits from both local and international artists.

The funds raised from the gala will go towards supporting the center's mission of providing a platform for artists to showcase their work and promoting artistic expression in the community.

Just in time for the Holidays! Announcing our FIR

Just in time for the Holidays!

Announcing our FIRST Single Barrel Special Release!

Limited to 100 bottles

Barrel #204

118.0 proof

Barrel filled April 2018

Price $70

750ml

Color: Pours a deep mahogany with burnt orange edges

Nose: Freshly baked apple pie, treacle, toasted oak, blueberry compote

Palate: Black cherries, dark chocolate, singed orange peel, with some dried apricots and a firm oak backbone

Finish: Rich maple syrup, pleasant oak, candied walnuts and warming cinnamon that just doesn’t quit.

Visit the link in our bio to reserve your bottle today!

This past weekend we helped celebrate Lou’s 36 y

This past weekend we helped celebrate Lou’s 36 years with ComEd, congratulations on your retirement! Thank you for hosting your fantastic event with us! Now go relax!

#retirementparty #congratulations #oneforthebooks #eventvenue #cheers

Congrats to former TDC bartender Matt and his tea

Congrats to former TDC bartender Matt and his team at Tiny's Coffee Bar in Miller Beach!
Matt recently celebrated his grand opening. The space is gorgeous and the food and cocktails are fantastic! We highly recommend a visit. The ramen is delicious and pairs nicely with a Dead Drop Pecan Julep✨🍜

We are pleased to announce this week's special: T

We are pleased to announce this week's special:

The Swiss Burger
Premium Beef, Truffle Garlic Aioli, Bella Mushrooms, Onion Rings, and Lettuce, served on a Preztel Bun with a side of Cajun Fries

Get it before it's gone!!

We are pleased to announce that @badhandchicago wi

We are pleased to announce that @badhandchicago will be performing LIVE on Wednesday, Nov 22nd, here at the distillery! This is a FREE event. No admission charge or drink minimum. Come celebrate Friendsgiving with us. We will have food and drink specials going all night 🥂🎶

The stakes were high at Mario’s 40th! Happy Birt

The stakes were high at Mario’s 40th! Happy Birthday and thank you for celebrating with us! #casinoroyale #birthday #eventvenue

Thornton Distilling Company,
maker of Dead Drop Spirits

The colorful history at Thornton Distilling Co. can be traced back to 1857 when the brick and limestone brewery and grain tower was built by the John S. Bielfeldt Brewing Company on the west bank of Thorn Creek in the small village of Thornton, Illinois.

To learn more about our unique history and to view a portion of our massive collection of historic photos and artifacts,
please visit our timeline below.

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