Thornton Distilling Co.

Bar & Restaurant
Hours of Operation:

**Experience History at Thornton Distilling Co. Bar & Restaurant**

**Hours of Operation:**

– **Wednesday:** 3 PM – 9 PM

– **Thursday:** 3 PM – 9 PM

– **Friday:** 3 PM – 11 PM

– **Saturday:** 3 PM – 11 PM

– **Sunday:** Noon – 9 PM  

  *Join us for Sunday brunch from Noon – 3 PM!*

**Now Accepting Reservations!**  

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**Historic Tours: $15 per person (45-60 minutes)**  

Step back in time with our guided tour of the Thornton Distilling Co., housed in Illinois’ oldest brewery, established in 1857. Our 20,000-square-foot structure has a storied past, from enduring a tornado in 1901 to surviving government raids during prohibition.

**Tour Highlights:**

– Begin your journey in the historic cellar, where you’ll learn about the early immigrant brewmaster, John Bielfeldt, and his brewing legacy from the 1850s.

– Explore our fascinating collection of artifacts, including original photographs from the mid-1800s.

– Venture deep into our subterranean limestone-filtered artesian well—source of local legends—where you can snap group photos amidst its stunning natural beauty.

– Witness the distilling process up close on our production floor, where our acclaimed Dead Drop Spirits are crafted.

– Conclude your tour with a guided tasting of four of our signature spirits.

After your tour, we invite you to enjoy dinner and drinks! To avoid long wait times, we strongly encourage reservations.

**Follow Us for Updates:**  

Stay connected on social media: @ThorntonDistilling  

Visit our website: [www.ThorntonDistilling.com](http://www.ThorntonDistilling.com)

**Important Notes:**

– Each tour is limited to 12 guests; therefore, tickets are non-refundable.

– All ages are welcome, but minors must be accompanied by an adult. Guests must be 21+ to participate in tastings or purchase alcoholic beverages. Ticket prices are the same for minors and adults. Please sip responsibly.

**Location:**  

400 E Margaret St, Thornton, IL 60476  

Free parking available at the rear of the building. Please excuse our “unique” parking situation, as our building predates the automobile!

Join us for a unique blend of history and craft spirits at Thornton Distilling Co.!

*Must be 21+ to participate in the tasting, sit at the bar, or purchase alcoholic beverages. Please sip responsibly.

ADDRESS:

400 E Margaret St, Thornton, IL 60476

Free parking at the rear of the building. The building was built prior to the automobile, so please forgive the “odd” parking situation! 🙂