My husband enjoys a good low key bar with a speakeasy feel and on a smaller scale, so Blackland Distillery is quickly becoming a favorite after dinner stop on date nights. This beautifully decorated distillery also offers tours, but must be booked in advance, so check their website or call ahead. The bar itself is a combination of barstool seating, oversized booths in private-ish alcoves and table/chair seating by the distillery. You can watch the alcohol being distilled through the windows as the back portion of the business is where the actions at. Aside from amazing drinks and stellar service, they also work with the Culinary School of Fort Worth to offer some of the most elevated bar food in town. Blackland Distillery has our highest recommendation - 10 out of 10!
Our order: I’m always the designated driver because I don’t drink alcohol, but I AM a professional eater, so I go for the food and fun. My husband enjoys a good Old Fashioned, but Eric talked him into trying their Gin in which he was genuinely surprised.
The distillery works with the Culinary School of Fort Worth to serve up some amazing appetizers. We’ve tried all of them with exception of the hummus plate, but we plan to try that soon as well. Those marinated Olives in oil with Feta are my FAVS! My husband loves their seasoned mixed nuts - slightly sweet, a little heat and 100% addictive! We also love to split the charcuterie board with my husband eating the meat while I enjoy the three vegetarian friendly dips - Pimento Cheese, Artichoke dip and Lemon Peel Honey. The peppers, the cheeses and the crostinis are all a win!
Pros: This space is smaller in size and has a cozier feel compared to other similar bars in town. The dark moody color plate is my jam! The awesome service and shared knowledge… it just feels more intimate and relaxing to us. The service is top notch and the bottles they store their alcohol in are stunning, so be sure to grab a favorite to take home!
Cons: This place is too good to find any fault! Parking is easy, the food is wonderful and the service is spectacular!
Pro Tip: Ask for Eric when you’re seated. He’s knowledgeable, professional and provides wonderfully personalized care as well as great suggestions for drinks. He’s also a wealth of knowledge and we look for him every time we go!