Welcome to Empty Barrel Distillery

An elevated space for fine spirits, meaningful connections, and unforgettable moments.

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BARREL-AGED SPIRITS

Enjoy our expertly barrel-aged whiskeys and moonshines; available by the bottle or as handcrafted cocktails in our tasting room.

PREMIUM INGREDIENTS

We craft every spirit with locally sourced, quality ingredients, distilled in-house by our head distiller, Zach.

TASTING ROOM & EVENT SPACE

Nestled in the heart of Waupaca, WI, our space features a spacious tasting room, bespoke cocktails, and a stunning venue perfect for any event.

Inside the Tasting Room…

  • Sunday-Tuesday: Closed

    Wednesday: 4-9PM

    Thursday: 4-9PM

    Friday: 4-10PM

    Saturday: 12PM-10PM

  • We offer a curated full bar alongside a menu of handcrafted whiskey and moonshine cocktails, plus mocktails, wine, beer, and soda.

    We offer private event rentals and business parties as well!

  • yes! We have an appetizer and flatbread menu! Come in and Check it out!

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Upcoming Events

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Halloween Cookie Decorating
Oct 22
Halloween Cookie Decorating

Join us for a Cookie Decorating Class with LibbyBug Cookies on Thursday, October 22nd from 6-8 PM. Enjoy a fun, hands-on experience decorating six Spooky themed sugar cookies while sipping craft cocktails (or N/A options) in a relaxed, festive setting. Cookies, supplies and bakery boxes are provided. Perfect for all ages! Kick off Halloween weekend with Empty Barrel!

tickets available @ https://www.emptybarrelwaupaca.com/store/p/halloween-cookie-decorating-class

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1 year Anniversary Celebration
Oct 24
1 year Anniversary Celebration

Saturday
Starting at 12, doors will open. Serving full bar and food menu and special Bourbon drinks.

2pm-5pm Silent Auction for Bottles from the FIRST CASK of Bourbon. There will be a limited amount of bottles for auction stored in hand crafted boxes with 2 highball glasses. The boxes are made from original wood removed during the renovation process of our historic buildings. We will also have single bottles available as well.

6pm- 9pmLive Music with Jason Schaefer

Sunday:
Doors open at NOON. Serving full bar and food menu.
sales begin for the remaining bottles of bourbon.
Sales will go until 4pm or until sold out. which ever comes first.

due to state statutes, presales will not be allowed

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Halloween on Main
Oct 30
Halloween on Main

A great Community Event

Join us starting at 4pm for a festive night on Main Street. We will have a spooky menu and the option to stay and enjoy the view or to grab and go.

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Paint & Sip Christmas Cows
Nov 12
Paint & Sip Christmas Cows

Holiday Cheer and Crafts!

This evening will be all about being creative and festive.
You will be taught step by step how to paint one of the cutest cows this side of the Wisconsin.

Come enjoy the evening painting Helga or Ellie. Top them with glitter and you have the best Christmas decor to keep for your self or give as a gift!

Doors open at 4pm and the Class starts at 5:30.
Sign-up now. Limited spots available.

inthestudiowithreneedensie.com

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Live Music with Dustin Lee
Nov 14
Live Music with Dustin Lee

Join us for an evening of live music, drinks and a whole lot of fun! A Local Favorite. Playing all genres with his own acoustic twist.

Music starts at 6pm. Get here early to get your spot! Its sure to be a great time!

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Puzzle Night
Nov 18
Puzzle Night

Puzzle Night at Empty Barrel Distillery!
Grab your favorite puzzle partner and join us for a little friendly competition!

- Teams of 2
- 300 Piece Puzzle
- Prizes for the top 3 finishing teams!
- 6:30 get settled, 7:00 start time

$25 per team - and the best part? The puzzle is yours to keep and take home!
Go to https://www.emptybarrelwaupaca.com/store/p/puzzlenight
for your team ticket. Tickets are limited to the first 15 teams of 2.

Join us for a fun night of laughs, and maybe a cocktail or two!

Co-Hosted by Lucky Tree & Empty Barrel Distillery. Lucky Tree gift shop has a new section called "Unplug & Unwind" - lots of great puzzles, books, crafts, and more options instead of screen time.

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Thanksgiving Cookie Decorating with Libbybug cookies
Nov 19
Thanksgiving Cookie Decorating with Libbybug cookies

Join us for a Cookie Decorating Class with LibbyBug Cookies on Thursday, November 19th from 6-8 PM. Enjoy a fun, hands-on experience decorating six themed sugar cookies while sipping craft cocktails (or N/A options) in a relaxed, festive setting. Cookies, supplies and bakery boxes are provided. Perfect for all ages!

*cookies for the evening may differ from picture*

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Live Music with Eli
Nov 28
Live Music with Eli

If you were at Empty Barrel for the Speakeasy event, you had the privilege to hear this talented Teen tickle some ivory and sing some amazing tunes. He is one of a kind and is beyond excited to be back in the tasting room to set the mood for Small Business Saturday. The first time Eli set foot in the building he knew instantly he wanted to be back! Pretty sure his words were “this is my kind of place.” He will be playing a mix of holiday favorites and may take a few requests.

Take a break from shopping and come show him some love and support from 1pm-4pm.

no cover charge

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C’mon in!

At Empty Barrel Distillery, we set out to create more than a place to enjoy handcrafted spirits; we set out to craft an experience. The restoration of two historic Main Street buildings makes the tasting room a cozy space to enjoy good friends, good company, and small-batch spirits. This is the Empty Barrel experience, and we’re honored to share it with you!

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🥃 Distillery Tours tomorrow at 3pm! Go behind the scenes at Empty Barrel Distillery and get an up-close look at our still, our process, and what goes into every bottle we make. Join us this Saturday at 3 PM for a free distillery tour — no tick
Starting this week we will now be open on Sundays for the rest of the summer! We are looking forward to seeing everyone this summer!
Tomorrow at Empty Barrel Distillery is our first Read & Relax of the year! 📚✨🍸 Join us at 6:30pm to get settled in and grab a cocktail before quiet reading and crafting begins at 7pm. 📖 After the silent reading session, feel free to socialize
🎶 VINYL NIGHT: 80’s EDITION 🎶 Break out the retro vibes and join us at Empty Barrel Distillery for a night of classic 80’s vinyl spun by Back to the Vinyl! 🕺 Classic 80’s hits 🍸 Craft cocktails & great drinks 🎵 Real vinyl.