The Kalamazoo Stillhouse

About The Kalamazoo Stillhouse

Known for

• First federally licensed distillery in Kalamazoo, MI since Prohibition
• Women-owned business
• LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space
• Free lot and street parking
• Wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking

Google rating breakdown

35 ratings on Google. Ratings and counts are Google's, not ours.

• 5★33
• 4★0
• 3★1
• 2★0
• 1★1

What people mention

Topics counted across Google reviews.

• gin×19
• whisky×6
• tasting×5
• friendly owners×5
• rum×4
• knowledgeable staff×4
• products×2
• local gin×2
• hidden gem×2
• passionate operation×2

People also search for

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• The House of Mosaic4.8 (113)
• One Well Brewing4.7 (1,411)

What reviewers say elsewhere

• “Appeared closed and run down. No access or signage”

  — Bryan Heckman, July 19, 2026 · google

• “I took a tour here with some friends and had a great time. Top notch spirits, amazing hospitality, and truly a hidden gem in Kzoo!”

  — Ryan Masell, January 18, 2026 · google

• “Excellent local gin. Was perfect for my Gin Ricky.”

  — C.B. Jonathon, December 6, 2025 · google

• “Great People, fine spirits, exceptional gin. We are planning a trip to Kalamazoo to see a friend perform and we are so excited to be able to combine it with a stop at the Stillhouse. They are master distillers of many fine spirits but I …”

  — Nathanael Mulvihill, October 30, 2025 · google

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The Kalamazoo Stillhouse — frequently asked

Where is The Kalamazoo Stillhouse?

The Kalamazoo Stillhouse is at 618 E Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007.

What is the phone number for The Kalamazoo Stillhouse?

You can reach The Kalamazoo Stillhouse on +1206-376-0937.