VISIT THE DISTILLERY
Restorative sips and quips abound at our distillery and cocktail room on the beckoning shores of Lake Superior. Come for the cocktails and stay for the company—it’s a mighty fine time.
FIND WAITLIST, TOUR, EVENTS & PRIVATE TASTING INFO HERE!
WE DON’T TAKE RESERVATIONS FOR REGULAR COCKTAIL ROOM SERVICE. JUST COME ON IN, OR ADD YOURSELF TO THE WAITLIST ABOVE!
HAPPY HOUR! JOIN US MONDAY TO FRIDAY 2-5 PM — AND ALL DAY TUESDAYS! — FOR DRINK & SNACK SPECIALS!
NEED A VIKRE GIFT CARD? CALL DOUG OR JERRY TO PURCHASE OVER THE PHONE (Yeah, we’re old school like that!). CALL (218) 481-7401.
HOST YOUR private event at Vikre! Get info HERE!
A Tip Before You Sip
OUR COCKTAIL ROOM IS SO COZY (AND BY THAT, WE MEAN ON THE SMALL SIDE!), SO our tables SOMETIMES fill up — ESPECIALLY FRIDAY NIGHTS AND SATURDAYS. WE’LL HAPPILY ADD YOU TO OUR TEXT-BASED WAITLIST SO YOU CAN ENJOY CANAL PARK UNTIL YOUR TABLE IS AVAILABLE. TO MINIMIZE YOUR WAIT, YOU CAN EVEN ADD YOURSELF BEFORE ARRIVING. JUST CLICK THE LINK BELOW DURING BUSINESS HOURS (WAITLIST IS NOT AVAILABLE WHEN WE’RE CLOSED.)
TOURS & TASTINGS
FRIDAYS
OUR FREE WEEKLY Distillery Tour
Join us every Friday at 5:30 p.m. for a 30-minute distillery tour. Our guide gives you a behind-the-scenes look at how and where our spirits are made, plus a little taste for guests 21+! Limited to 16 people, with an opportunity to remain for a tasting flight and/or cocktails after your tour!
SATURDAYS
OUR AMAZING PRIVATE TASTING EXPERIENCE
Book an intimate private tasting experience for up to 12 people. Your dedicated host will guide you through a tasting of our spirits and liqueurs, carefully craft a cocktail of your choice FROM our menu, and send you home with a souvenir vikre rocks glass. $45/person, offered Most Saturdays.
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Buttercream's Cabaret & Cocktails
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Thursday Night Live Music
COMING SOON TO THE COCKTAIL ROOM
Live Music, game days, tours, and other special events — there’s always something fun happening in the cocktail room!
FAQ’s
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Monday to Friday — 2 to 10. Saturday — noon to 10. Sun — noon to 8. Please use our main entrance at 525 S. Lake Ave., and check in with the host to be seated.
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For regular cocktail rom service, no. Just come on in or add yourself to the waitlist first (available online during business hours). For tours, private tastings, and most events, yes. Find a link to reservations under the VISIT tab!
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We sell 375ml and 750ml bottles at our cocktail room, in addition to 4-packs of cans. Please note, MN State law limits the purchase of 750ml bottles to one bottle per person per day. You can also find our remarkably fine spirits at a store near you. Just click the "Where To Buy" and explore the map.
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Are you dog friendly?
Yes we are! We love well-behaved pups and owners, we just ask that you keep your dog on a leash.
Are you kid friendly?
Yes! We welcome kids with their families and have a variety of kid-friendly NA drink options in addition to our sophisticated zero-proof cocktails.
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Join us Fridays at 5:30 p.m. for a free 30-minute tour. RESERVE YOUR SPOT HERE. Walk-ins are accepted if we have availability, but we advise making a reservation to guarantee your spot!
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We offer a limited menu of snack options, such as charcuterie and crostini. Vegan & GF options available. If you’re craving something more substantial, you’re welcome to bring takeout with you from neighboring restaurants. Our tables are small, however, and designed for cocktail service, so many people prefer to visit us for drinks before or after a meal elsewhere.
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You can purchase merch here!
NEED A VIKRE GIFT CARD? WE’RE KINDA OLD-SCHOOL ABOUT THINGS LIKE THAT AROUND HERE. GIVE US A CALL MONDAY TO SATURDAY BETWEEN NOON AND 6 AND ASK FOR DOUG OR JERRY. WE’LL HANDLE THAT OVER THE PHONE AND MAIL YOU OR YOUR RECIPIENT A REAL-LIFE GIFT CARD! CALL (218) 481-7401.
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Yes! We love celebrating special moments with you, and we have options for 2 to 50 people indoors and on our seasonal patio! For more information, availability, and rates, see the info sheet under the “Visit” tab, or drop us a note at info@vikredistillery.com.
Contact Us
Host your event, pose a question, or just say hi. We'd love to hear from you!