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Price range: $8,400 - $11,650 Price range: $8,400 - $11,650
Couples usually spend $10,000 Couples usually spend $10,000
Reception
$3,500 starting price
Ceremony
$3,500 starting price
Bar service
$40 per person
Reception
$3,500 starting price
Ceremony
$3,500 starting price
Bar service
$40 per person

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About

On WeddingWire since 2020

The Whiskey Factory is a banquet hall wedding venue situated in Detroit, MI. Found within the confines of a historic downtown property, this one-of-kind location operates as both a premier event space and an operational spirit distillery. Spread out over 7,000 square foot with a stunningly ornate industrial interior, it offers couples a unique venue to create unforgettable celebrations. It features a range of facilities and an event coordination team to help you every step of the way. Every inch of this venue exudes a sense of vintage style that combines the rustic with the modern. Whiskey barrels line the walls and it even features an original vintage bar constructed in the 1920s. Originally designed as a brewery for the Goebel Brewing Company in the 1930s, it became an ice-cream factory after prohibition turned Detroit into a dry city. Over the years it has retained its industrial loft layout but certain features have been added to give it a sense of modern chic charm. The Whiskey Factory is perfect for celebrating every stage of your wedding, from your walk down the aisle right through to the last dance. With its spacious layout, it can accommodate gatherings of up to 250 guests, with room for a dance floor and live entertainment. The event coordination team will help you every step of the way, offering a range of preferred local vendors from caterers to florists. As it is a functioning distillery, there are also a variety of beverage packages to choose from, including artisan cocktails featuring spirits crafted in-house. Whatever your dream wedding looks like this superb venue will provide a timeless backdrop that will ensure that you savor every last drop.

Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$3,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$3,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$3,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$3,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Clean Up
Glassware
Parking

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$40

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Liquor
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

5

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Clean Up
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
House Liquor
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer

What event items are available?

Lighting

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
December
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Reviews of The Whiskey Factory—Detroit City Distillery

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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
41 reviews
98% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.9 out of 5 rating
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The Whiskey Factory has left couples thrilled with their wedding experience, describing it as a dream venue with a perfect blend of industrial and rustic charm. The team, including event coordinators like Amelia and Caitlyn, is praised for being responsive, knowledgeable, and accommodating throughout the planning process. Reviewers laud the venue for its unique ambiance, seamless room layout transitions, excellent service, delicious food by Two Unique, and top-notch specialty cocktails which stood out to guests. The staff's attention to detail and dedication to ensuring a stress-free, perfect day for the bride and groom earned high praise and recommendations from couples.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

The Whiskey Factory has left couples thrilled with their wedding experience, describing it as a dream venue with a perfect blend of industrial and rustic charm. The team, including event coordinators like Amelia and Caitlyn, is praised for being responsive, knowledgeable, and accommodating throughout the planning process. Reviewers laud the venue for its unique ambiance, seamless room layout transitions, excellent service, delicious food by Two Unique, and top-notch specialty cocktails which stood out to guests. The staff's attention to detail and dedication to ensuring a stress-free, perfect day for the bride and groom earned high praise and recommendations from couples.

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4.9/5 41 reviews
Google
4.8/5 129 reviews
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Julia A. Sent on 09/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The dream team gave us our dream wedding!

The Whiskey Factory was truly our dream venue. The indoor space is a perfect blend of rustic and industrial, with an overarching feel of timelessness. The team provided the most positive and fun experience at every step of our journey. They were extremely accommodating, making it easy to build the day exactly how we wanted. They were knowledgeable, friendly, organized, and a true pleasure to work with. I would give this review a million stars if I could!
Jillian
Jillian Sent on 09/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue and Team at The Whiskey Factory

We had our wedding at The Whiskey Factory in August, and we couldn't be more thrilled with how everything turned out! From the start, Amelia was a huge help—she was always responsive, easy to work with, and made the entire planning process stress-free. On the day of the wedding, Alyssa went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. She helped us with a few last-minute details and also made sure the ceremony flowed perfectly. The drinks were a big hit with our guests and they loved the cocktail hour in the production area. The food, provided by Two Unique, was awesome. Our guests kept complimenting the food all night. The venue’s ambiance was exactly what we envisioned—a cool, unique space with a great vibe. We wish we could relive the night over again!
Pat
Pat E. Sent on 08/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best day ever!

We are so happy that we chose the Whiskey Factory as our wedding venue! From the first time we toured The Whiskey Factory, we fell in love with the casual, comfortable vibe that the space gave, and we knew it fit our vision perfectly. The Whiskey Factory’s partnership with Two Unique makes catering and rentals so easy and not at all overwhelming. We worked extensively with Amelia throughout the planning process who was always so sweet, professional, and happy to answer my countless questions in the months leading up to our wedding day. Their checklists leading up to the wedding took off a lot of stress and put me at ease that I was not forgetting anything. The cocktail tasting was SO fun, and one of our favorite parts of the planning process!

Fast forward to wedding day–our wedding could not have gone more perfectly! We had both our ceremony and reception at the venue, and their room flip process was so seamless for our guests! The Whiskey Factory’s bar tenders are quick and personable, and our guests loved that they never had to wait for a drink. We also purchased an empty barrel for our guests to sign, which has become an awesome addition to our basement bar! Our guests raved about how good the specialty cocktails, beer, and other drinks were, and how cool and unique the venue was. We will forever relive our perfect day and cannot recommend the Whiskey Factory enough. Thank you Amelia, Alyssa, and The Whiskey Factory Team!
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Team

Alyssa Young
Alyssa Young
Manager

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The Whiskey Factory—Detroit City Distillery frequently asked questions

The Whiskey Factory—Detroit City Distillery includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Clean Up
  • Glassware
  • Parking
The Whiskey Factory—Detroit City Distillery includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Whiskey Factory—Detroit City Distillery includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Liquor
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
The space offered by The Whiskey Factory—Detroit City Distillery for wedding events is known for:
  • Historic Building
The Whiskey Factory—Detroit City Distillery offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
The Whiskey Factory—Detroit City Distillery offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Whiskey Factory—Detroit City Distillery offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Whiskey Factory—Detroit City Distillery offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Lighting
The Whiskey Factory—Detroit City Distillery is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.

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