Manitou & Co. Distilling

Distilleries & Cocktails · Traverse City, MI

The copper stills gleam behind floor-to-ceiling windows at Manitou & Co. Distilling, where Lake Michigan waters and local grains transform into small-batch spirits on the Leelanau Peninsula. The tasting room buzzes with conversation as visitors sample cherry-infused vodka and barrel-aged whiskey while watching the distillation process unfold. Sunlight streams through the industrial space, highlighting the craftsmanship behind each bottle. The bartenders pour generous tastings and share stories about their grain-to-glass approach, making every visit feel like a behind-the-scenes tour of Michigan's growing craft spirits scene.