distillery

noun

dis·​till·​ery di-ˈsti-lə-rē 

-ˈstil-rē

plural distilleries

: the works where distilling (as of alcoholic liquors) is done

Examples of distillery in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

As anyone who has been following Michter’s over the years knows, after a few different transitionary periods the majority of the whiskey being released by the distillery is now produced at the brand’s Shively facility. —Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 28 Dec. 2025

In addition, the Booker Noe distillery operation in Boston will continue normal operations, allowing the company to maintain its consumer-facing presence despite the production halt. —Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2025

Jim Beam distillery to pause operations for 2026. —Mike Snider, USA Today, 25 Dec. 2025

The bar serves Hudson Whiskey NY, and the distillery is steps away from the property itself. —Livia Caligor, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1758, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for distillery

• artillery
• bacillary
• intermaxillary
• pillory
• premaxillary
• submaxillary

Kids Definition

distillery

noun

dis·​till·​ery dis-ˈtil-(ə-)rē 

plural distilleries

: a place where distilling especially of alcoholic liquors is done