Hours vary by day: Tue–Thu 3:00 PM–8:00 PM; Fri–Sat 3:00 PM–8:00 PM; Sun 2:00 PM–6:00 PM; Mon closed. Check the official site for updates.

Spotted Bear Spirits

Q: Do they offer bottle shipping or shipping to home?

Bottle sales are available; they offer online ordering for shipping spirits.

Q: Is there parking nearby?

Street parking in downtown Whitefish is available near the tasting room.

Q: Are there vegetarian/vegan dietary options?

As a spirits-focused venue, this is a cocktails-only concept; no food options are described.

Q: Is there live music or events?

No scheduled live music listed; occasional events may occur through promotions like Cocktail Club discounts.

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Overview

At a Glance

Best For

Vibe

What Makes It Special

Downtown Whitefish distillery with in-house distillation and strong local sourcing

Must-Try Items

Signature Dishes: Midnight Forest Bourbon, Big Mountain Mule, Snow Ghost

Big Mountain Mule; Midnight Forest Bourbon; Snow Ghost

Best Time to Visit

Happy Hour 4:00 PM–6:00 PM. Weekdays 3:00–6:00 PM are the quietest windows for tastings.

Tips & Advice

Join the Cocktail Club for $1 off all cocktails, 10% off bottles, and 20% off merch.
Order Big Mountain Mule for heat and citrus balance; Snow Ghost showcases the coffee-forward profile.
Take home a bottle via online ordering for shipping.
Arrive early to snag a seat; this is walk-in tasting-room access with limited seating.

Skip If

Diners seeking a full restaurant meal; families seeking a dining experience

Family Info

Not ideal for kids; seating limited during peak hours

Details

Menu & Food

Meals Served: No traditional meals; focus on beverages and tastings

Signature Dishes: Midnight Forest Bourbon, Big Mountain Mule, Snow Ghost

Local Specialties: Montana-grown grains and botanicals; mixers use produce from Two Bear Farm and Wicked Good Farm.

Insider Tips: Skip generic drinks; go for Big Mountain Mule for heat and citrus; Snow Ghost for coffee-forward richness; Midnight Forest Bourbon for smoothness

Dietary Options:

Drinks & Beverages

Bar: Full bar focusing on craft cocktails made with house-distilled spirits; bottle sales and take-home mixers; spirits include vodka, gin, coffee liqueur, and agave-based options.

Experiences: Tours Available

Tour Info: Guided tastings were previously available by reservation but are currently unavailable; hoped to resume in 2024.

Happy Hour: 4:00 PM–6:00 PM

Dining Experience

Service: Tasting room service

Reservations: Walk-in only for the tasting room. Guided tasting experiences were previously available by reservation but are currently unavailable.

Dress Code: Come as you are

Noise Level: Moderate buzz; conversation-friendly

Family Info: Not ideal for kids; seating limited during peak hours

Age Policy: All ages welcome; children not allowed at the bar

Hours & Timing

Hours: Monday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM Thursday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM Friday: 2:00 – 8:00 PM Saturday: 2:00 – 8:00 PM Sunday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM

Busiest Times: Evenings and weekends

Amenities & Services

Parking Available (Street parking in downtown Whitefish; proximity to the tasting room.)
Takeout Available
Delivery Available (Online ordering for spirits; bottles and mixers available to take home)
Accepts: Credit/debit cards, Cash, Mobile payments

Accessibility:

No specific accessibility details provided. It is a downtown venue with standard entry; confirm accommodations with the staff if needed.

Reviews

★★★★☆

4.8 /5

Based on 102 Google reviews

Reviews from Google

Really nice cocktail bar. Super friendly staff and good environment to go a get a good drink and hang out. The drinks were also really good as well.

Cocktails were absolutely delicious. Staff was courteous, knowledgeable, and made cocktails beautifully!Ambiance… needs some warmth. Metal chairs, bright paint on walls, and an oddly placed seating arrangement in the garage area full of bright fluorescent lighting penetrates into the lounge. Maybe some translucent blinds or coverings would help it feel cozier. Felt like I was looking into someone’s apartment next door. Love the drinks.

This is always a good stop. This distillery creates a unique menu of craft cocktails using their brand spirits. Cool thing too, almost any of them can be cocktails.

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FAQs

Is the tasting room walk-in only?

Yes. Walk-in only for tastings; guided tastings were previously available by reservation but are currently unavailable.

Do they offer bottle shipping or shipping to home?

What are the hours?

Is there parking nearby?

Are there vegetarian/vegan dietary options?

Is there a dress code?

Is there live music or events?

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