Traverse City Whiskey Co. Outpost

First I love how the atmosphere coming in the door makes you feel cozy. And the bartender was there behind the bar with a greeting as cozy as the bar itself. Had fries (not pictured) that were the BEST fries I've ever had in my entire life. I'd be here 3x or more a week if I lived in Detroit.

David made the most amazing smoked Rosemary rye old fashion. This is one of my favorite places!!

Traverse City Whiskey Company makes excellent whiskey. And, the prices aren't bad if you're buying whiskey by the bottle. I've gotten whiskey here before, so I knew the cherry whiskey has a natural flavor that works well with the round notes of the barrels where they're aged. We decided to get two bottles of the cherry, plus a bottle of the apple, and a bottle of rye. I hadn't had the apple before, and my friend asked the bartender if we could try a sample. It didn't occur to me until later, but the way he phrased the response was very specific: "you want to order a sample?" We didn't realize until we got the bill that we were charged $5 for each "sample", which was maybe an ounce. He also took care to measure the "sample".I've gotten samples here before, and they were always free. Most people figure that a splash of the product is a small price to pay if you're spending $200 on liquor. I suppose that's up to the discretion of the bartender.The apple whiskey barely registers an apple flavor, but the whiskey is excellent. And, it's impressive that they are able to maintain 80 proof. Typically, flavored liquors are lower alcohol, because they dilute the whiskey with the flavoring.But, back to the service. It wasn't as if the bartender was providing pleasant conversation. I don't expect to be entertained by the bartender, but I also don't want to be made to feel that I'm inconveniencing him because I want him to reach behind him to grab some bottles of whiskey to buy.I love the setting, but this bartender succeeded in killing the vibe. I will buy Traverse City's excellent whiskey, but I'll look for it in other locations...not here.

Loved the ambiance. Friendly bartender. We had the pumpkin pie shot, delicious! Definitely will return for more drinks!

Small, dark bar space that does all of the things right. They make a good variety of whiskey drinks and the service is attentive. I didn't even know there was another place other than the main Traverse City Whiskey Co. Our group covered several of the drinks on the menu and they didn't disappoint. So grab yourself some pizza next door at COMO's and then stop for some whiskey.

Obviously great whiskey. Cool vibes inside. Drinks are little pricey but that's expected at trendy bar.

Whoa, why can't this place be closer to my house? Seriously cool place to hang out and have a cocktail! We went to Pig and Whiskey and I just had to stop in here - so glad I did! When you come in you feel totally at ease as soon as you sit down. We both tried a Mule - excellent. Next time this is where we go first!

Came here with some friends on a rainy Thursday night out in Ferndale. Traverse City Whiskey Co. Outpost wasn't all that busy when we first got in, but did start picking up as we were getting ready to leave around 9:30 pm. This place is so moody and awesome. The walls are painted this gorgeously deep & rich-looking navy that we were all obsessed with and wished we could get away with in our homes, but it was the perfect vibe for a whiskey bar. I don't drink, so I can't tell you how the whiskey was, but my friends definitely enjoyed it, had a couple of cocktails each along with a flight of the whole Traverse City Whiskey line to try out as well. Generous samples of each whiskey in this flight for a great price. Personally, the ginger beer (Goslings brand) I had was DELICIOUS!

I love restaurants that make it super easy to stop in with large groups without the hassle. I was with about 15 women on a Saturday night and we really wanted to have drinks and chill out. Traverse City Whiskey Co. Outpost welcomed us with open arms, allowed us to order and pay separately as well. This automatically gives them five stars alone because this is so hard to do in most places! I ordered the wings, they were delicious, and the whiskey flight which was amazing. Our server was kind, customer friendly and patient with my group as well. Thank you all so much, I for sure will be back!

The place is great! Service is friendly comfortable and great.I order the food and the chef personally brought out the food himself. Awesome.