George Washington’s Distillery & Gristmill

A large wooden whiskey barrel marked George Washington Distillery Rye Whiskey sits in a rustic distillery with stone floors, brick walls, and sunlight streaming in.

A historic stone building with small windows sits beside a narrow creek, crossed by a small stone bridge. The area is grassy with trees and a curving walkway in the foreground.

A rustic wooden and stone building sits on green grass, with a blossoming tree covered in vibrant pink flowers in the foreground under a clear blue sky.

A rustic wooden barn stands in a grassy field, bordered by a split-rail fence and a narrow canal. Trees with budding leaves and pink blossoms surround the area, with houses visible in the distant background.

A round table set for a formal dinner with floral-patterned plates, folded napkins, multiple glasses, and a centerpiece with candles, surrounded by wooden chairs in a rustic, stone-walled room.

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George Washington was an entrepreneurial farmer and businessman. His whiskey distillery and gristmill utilized innovative technologies that were cutting edge in the 18th century.

Just three miles from the Estate, Washington’s Distillery & Gristmill offers unique event spaces for smaller gatherings. Host a whiskey tasting, reception or dinner in a truly authentic setting. Mix and mingle while you view the water-powered mill in action and distilling as it was done under Washington’s watchful eye.

Capacity: 60 indoor; 250 tented.