
Welcome to Empty Barrel Distillery
An elevated space for fine spirits, meaningful connections, and unforgettable moments.
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 and co-owner, Shane.
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 Roomβ¦
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Sunday-Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 4-9PM
Thursday: 4-9PM
Friday 4-10PM
Saturday 12-10PM
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We offer a curated menu of whiskey and moonshine based cocktails, as well as mocktails and a small selection of soda products. View the full menu here.
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While we do not currently offer food, we encourage you to carry in! A few popular local spots like The Granite Cellar, Doc Kellyβs or Gouda Life have food that pairs great with our spirits!

Upcoming Events

Cβmon 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 weβre honored to share it with you!