History
Thornton Distilling Company, makers of Dead Drop Craft Spirits, is located in the oldest standing brewery in Illinois, built in 1857. Stop by our Distillery Tasting Room cocktail bar, and private event space, The Well at The Distillery. We offer world-class craft cocktails, American-style food, and historic tours. The tour takes guests back in time and highlights our building's rich history spanning nearly two centuries from its inception in 1857-- throughout the Prohibition Era when Al Capone took control-- to the distillery's current 21st century production. Visit our original 1857 limestone-filtered Artesian well and our production floor where we produce craft single malt whiskey, rum, gin and vodka. The tour costs $10 and includes a guided tasting.
Specialties
Craft Distillery, Brewery, Bar & Event Space.