Weldon Mills Distillery is a speakeasy-like space with a back-door entrance off East Main Street. Spirits are produced by day, and the public area is a stylish bourbon cocktail bar with snacks and live music by night. Weldon Mills was founded in its namesake NC town and expanded to Durham for its second location. Enjoy well-made cocktails, bourbon tastings, live music and, soon, guided tastings in its private tasting room.
Found this little place in my travels and decided to give it a whirl. Parking is available, but there's not a lot of parking here. You will park and walk off spots at all taken. The staff was super friendly and promptly attended to us. We only ordered some of their Bourbon here, however it is worth trying. I ordered the Reserve and had a nice smokey flavor and was flavorful and extremely smooth. If your in the area give this place a stop. The atmosphere is really cool. 2 thumbs up here.
Meagan Prescott
Jul 11, 2025
5
Amazing drinks- not only do they make their own whiskey/bourbon, they also have their own vodka/tequila etc. Will definitely be going back to try their food next time too!
S. S.
Jul 5, 2025
5
We stopped by this distillery while in Durham for a career fair in the RTP area and it was an awesome place to unwind.
The ambiance had a relaxed, speakeasy vibe, and the bartenders were friendly and eager to chat about the drinks and the space.
We ordered a Spicy Marge and Old Fashioned. They were just what we needed after a long day.
Yamia Burks
Jun 23, 2025
5
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Had such a great time doing the tequila tasting at Weldon Mills! The vibes were amazing—super chill, great music, and everyone was really welcoming. The tequila was smooth, and they really knew their stuff. And don’t even get me started on the chocolate beignets… SO good! Definitely a spot worth checking out if you’re in Durham.
Nicole K
Apr 27, 2025
5
Staff was so kind and knowledgeable on the different cocktails. Location is beautiful! Speak easy vibes. Parking available nearby. Clean bathrooms on site. You’re able to purchase bottles for taking home as well. We had a wonderful experience and will be back!
Val E
Jan 30, 2025
5
The cafe lemonade drink was such a great drink! Don’t let the ingredients fool you, trust me and get it! The burnt ends and the wings were delicious, very well flavored! Definitely recommend this place. Has a cool vibe, kind of gives me watts and ward vibes in Raleigh.
dark blood pantim
Oct 27, 2024
5
Story telling was wonderful, the drinks were good and matched the stories being told. A lot of people dressed up which added to the fun. Would love to attend again but next time at night! Would be spookier then
David Lawrence Whittemore Balmer
Oct 20, 2024
5
Excellent atmosphere. My wife and I are near the original Weldon Mills distillery lucky for us. This location in Durham is fantastic. Tim the bar tender was great along with the rest of the staff. Drinks were excellent. My wife and I were very impressed with the Edgar Allen Poe speakeasy that was presented up stairs. Looking forward to future adventures.
