by Felicity Johnson
If you’re looking for a fun way to spend an evening in York, head over to Blended Distilling and dive into a unique night of handcrafted moonshines, creative cocktails, and a laid-back environment perfect for a relaxing night. Located at 1420 Rd. N, Suite D, Blended Distilling has a variety of options for different tastes. From classic flavors to seasonal creations, their tasting room gives you the opportunity to find your favorite kind of shine or try something new.
Tasting Tradition
Blended Distilling was inspired by Old West shiners and their straight-from-the-still approach. The owner and founder, U.S. Army Veteran Derek Keller, draws inspiration from these old traditions, which shine through in their handcrafted products. Each batch is made on-site and bottled by hand.
From Still to Sip
At Blended Distilling, the process is just as important as the finished pour. Every batch of shine is carefully blended, distilled, and bottled by hand. From preparing the raw ingredients to the final bottle, Blended Distilling oversees each step of the process, allowing them to pay close attention to every detail.
Their custom-crafted recipes combine the traditions of old-time moonshine with a modern approach to craft distilling. With each bottle, Blended Distilling aims to carry on the legacy of handcrafted moonshine while adding its own personal touch.
Find Your Flavor
One of the easiest and most fun ways to find your favorite shine is with a Blended Distilling moonshine flight. You can pick from the classic collection, which consists of flavors such as Sugar Blast, Nebraska Honey, Cinna-Blast, Sandhills Sun Tea, Lime Delight, Peach Cobbler, Strawberry Lemonade, Apple Pie, and Deja Brew. Depending on the season, you might also find limited-edition flavors like Cherry, Kickin Watermelon, or Poppin Peppermint, or Pumpkin Pie.
Choose four flavors that sound good to you, and get your sip on!
More Than Straight Pours
Not sure if you’re ready for moonshine straight? Then Blended Distilling’s moonshine mules might be perfect for you. These are a twist on the classic cocktail, made by pairing different moonshine flavors with ginger beer. You can try an Apple Mule with Apple Pie Moonshine, a Peach Buck with Peach Cobbler, or even a Sandhill Mule featuring Sandhills Sun Tea Moonshine.
There are also signature mixed drinks like the Honey Sour, Sunny Arnold Palmer, Paradise Punch, Moonshine Sunrise, and Lime Tickle. Seasonal drinks rotate throughout the year, giving visitors another reason to stop back and see what’s new.
Take Your Favorite Home
If you found a flavor you can’t get enough of, you can take your favorite shine home with you! Blended Distilling offers bottles at its tasting room, giving you the chance to bring a little bit of the experience home after finding your favorite pour. Their products are also available at retail partners throughout Nebraska.
A Tasting Room Experience
A huge part of what makes Blended Distilling such a unique experience is the ability to sit down and just enjoy the moment. The tasting room gives visitors a place to relax while the staff helps them find different pours and explore the menu. Whether you’re stopping by with friends or looking for something to do on a Saturday afternoon, there’s plenty to explore.
Plan Your Visit
The tasting room is open Wednesday–Friday from 4–10 p.m., Saturday from 2–10 p.m., and Sunday from 4–10 p.m.
Whether you’re a longtime moonshine fan or simply curious to try something new, Blended Distilling offers a chance to sip, sample, and find a new favorite. From flight to favorite, there’s always something new to discover at this York tasting room.