NORTH CHARLESTON GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Inside Striped Pig Distillery: A concentrated, award‑heavy tour and tasting in North Charleston
A 45‑minute guided tour and tasting at Striped Pig Distillery that walks visitors through their craft production and serves samples of their award‑winning spirits — essential reading for planning logistics, booking and age requirements.
Inside Striped Pig Distillery: A concentrated, award‑heavy tour and tasting in North Charleston.
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Inside Striped Pig Distillery: A concentrated, award‑heavy tour and tasting in North Charleston
Discover the charm of Charleston at the award‑winning Striped Pig Distillery in North Charleston. The experience pairs a brief, guided walk through the distillery and the history of the Striped Pig with a bar‑side tasting of its acclaimed spirits; the family‑run, female‑owned operation also offers a full cocktail bar and local craft beers for lingering after the tasting.
Situated in North Charleston, South Carolina, Striped Pig Distillery offers a distinct taste of southern craftsmanship that extends beyond traditional outdoor adventure. More than just a destination for spirit enthusiasts, this family-run, female-owned distillery invites visitors into an engaging experience blending local culture, history, and artisanal distilling excellence. At Striped Pig, the craft of spirit making is showcased through guided tours that peel back the curtain on each step of their award-winning production process, from grain to glass.
The distillery stands out amid Charleston’s vibrant scene, delivering a uniquely flavorful experience in a region known for its rich history and lively craft beverage culture. Guests begin with an informative walk through the production space, learning about the ingredients and techniques that shape the brand’s acclaimed gin and flavored bourbons. The journey culminates at a custom-built bar where the tasting session reveals the complexity and freshness behind nearly 200 awards earned.
Visitors also benefit from a fully stocked cocktail bar featuring Striped Pig’s spirits alongside local craft beers from Ghost Monkey Brewery, perfect for unwinding after the tour. This intersection of craft spirits and community highlights why Striped Pig Distillery is not just a stopover but a destination for anyone drawn to Charleston's evolving outdoor and cultural offerings.
Embracing the city’s spirit—literal and figurative—Striped Pig invites all 21+ visitors to engage with both the history of their brand and the broader tapestry of Charleston’s growing craft beverage trail. With knowledgeable staff, family-driven passion, and a commitment to quality, it’s no surprise this distillery has claimed TripAdvisor’s #1 spot in Charleston. Whether you’re local or traveling through, a visit here enriches your understanding of Charleston’s authentic flavors and the craftsmanship behind them.
Route Schematic
Route schematic: distillery to bar
Stops trace a short production tour followed by seated tasting and optional bar service.
Distillery floor (brief tour)
A short introduction to the distilling process and the history of the Striped Pig takes place on site, explaining how their spirits are made.
Custom bar tasting
The tour concludes at the custom‑built bar where guests are guided through several samples of the distillery's award‑winning spirits.
Extended bar service & retail
After the tasting you can purchase specialty cocktails, sample local craft beers from Ghost Monkey Brewery, and buy bottles during sales hours.
Tours run on a set schedule and are a short, standing and bar‑seated experience; participants must be 21+ and present valid photo ID. Saturday tours require online booking at least 24 hours in advance and private tours are available on request.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Nearly 200 awards across gins and bourbons
Striped Pig's lineup — from a distinctive gin to flavored bourbons — is the backbone of the tasting, a portfolio that has earned nearly 200 awards and anchors the guided sampling at the bar.
A female‑owned, family‑run distillery with local acclaim
The operation is female‑owned and family‑run, distinguishing it from larger producers; guest feedback has ranked the distillery highly, including TripAdvisor's top distillery listing for Charleston.
A custom bar, cocktails and local craft beers
Tours end at a custom‑built bar where you sample spirits and can purchase specialty cocktails; the venue also pours local craft beers from Ghost Monkey Brewery and offers bottle sales and daily happy hour.
What the day feels like
What the hour feels like
The visit begins with a concise walk through the distillery and an explanation of how Striped Pig crafts its products and the history behind the brand. The guided portion culminates at the custom bar, where a host leads you through several samples of award‑winning spirits; afterward you can order specialty cocktails, local beers, or take home bottles during the distillery's retail hours.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this visit suits — and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Everyone participating in the tour and tasting must bring a valid photo I.D.; the operator enforces age verification.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour and tasting?
The experience is 45 minutes.
What is the age requirement?
Guests must be 21 years or older to join the tour and tasting.
How much does the tour cost?
The adult rate is $20 plus tax.
When do tours run and are there special booking rules?
Wednesday–Friday tours run every hour from 12:00–5:00PM (tours start on the hour, last tour begins at 4:00PM). Saturday tours run 12:00–2:00PM but must be booked online at least 24 hours in advance; same‑day online bookings and walk‑ins are not allowed for Saturday tours.
Can I bring my dog?
Dogs are permitted outside of the distillery and in Beer Alley if leashed; they are not permitted inside the bar.
Are private tours available?
Private tours are available at additional times; contact the distillery at [email protected] for information.
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