Mean Mule Distilling

During a recent trip to Kansas City, Missouri, I explored Brewer's Alley, where Mean Mule Distilling Co. stood out as a unique experience. Having just come from a beer anniversary party, my friends and I were in the mood for cocktails, and Mean Mule, an American agave distillery, offered exactly what we wanted. Mean Mule's spirits are crafted from Jalisco-sourced agave, though it can't be labeled as traditional tequila since it's distilled in the U.S.I started with a Paloma--refreshing and expertly balanced with citrusy and earthy agave notes. Then, I tried their innovative shot called Tommy Pickles, a play on the classic pickleback. The twist? It was inspired by the flavors of Hidden Valley Ranch. While we half-expected a squirt of salad dressing, what we got was a carefully spiced shot that captured the essence of ranch without being overpowering. It was surprisingly smooth and flavorful, adding a fun, unexpected element to our tasting.If you're in Kansas City, Mean Mule is a must-visit for anyone interested in learning about American agave spirits. Just be sure to arrive early--the place fills up fast, and it's easy to see why!

Cool. Cozy. Quaint.Mean Mule Distilling is a slice of south of the border heaven tucked away in the Crossroads.The agave spirits are distilled on site. They're also mixed into tasty cocktails and served in the tasting room.A few wine and local beer options are available for those who are interested.Alcohol-free mocktails are, too.The staff are laid back, easy to talk to and happy to help.

I really enjoyed my visit to Mean Mike this last weekend. I had been once prior but that was years ago. It looks much different than I remember. The interior is so clean with a nice aesthetic. Service was friendly and attentive. I ordered a Paloma. It was so good! Very refreshing on a beautiful weather day. I will definitely be back and recommend Mean Mule to anyone.

Mean Mule is a beautiful distillery! On my recent visit to KC I was so excited to give this place a try. it exceeded my expectations. I went on the Fourth of July and got the special red white and blue frozen Fourth of July drink. It was absolutely delicious. I also tried another cocktail off the menu and was very pleased with that as well. The service was very good. The staff was very friendly. I will definitely be back.

One of the best cocktail spots in the city. Mean Mule knows what they are doing. Their cocktails are delicious, inventive and well-balanced. I personally love their seasonal cocktail menu. Their southwest yet modern aesthetic is on point. Thank goodness they expanded their space so now there's more seating! They don't take reservations for under 7 people so you may have a bit of a wait or even be turned away. Their new "family table" can be reserved for 7-10 people at $10 per person which covers a round of spirit pours. Their Agave Lounge accommodates private parties of 14-50 people for a rental fee. A must-try if you're a local, and a great spot to take out-of-towners.

We walked into mean mule and were able to grab a seat pretty quickly. It was a cute and modern cocktail bar right in the heart of the crossroads with big open windows. This was my first time at mean mule and I ordered the white pizza. This homemade drink is a fun take on a Negroni and had me wanting another one.They have weekly specials that our bartender was very excited to tell us about. She had a lot recommendations not only for mean mule but for the surrounding bars and restaurants. Go check this place out!!

Unique and ambient distillery/bar with innovative cocktails and spirit tasting opportunities. We came pretty late in the night so the only table available was a high-top (no chairs) but we didn't mind. The space itself is very chill and inviting. And the cocktails we tried were actually delicious - absolutely loved the matcha cocktail. Can't wait to come back!

So fun! My friend and I came here to grab a drink and as someone that isn't the biggest drinker (especially tequila lol), I really enjoyed Mean Mule! They do a lot of drinks with agave spirits here, and decided to try their Pickle's Punch Mocktail - with their Silver Agave. This was SO good! It had a really nice kick of spice to it and was really smooth to drink down. I was honestly surprised as I don't love tequila drinks that much, so I wasn't sure how I'd like this drink!They offer a whole bunch of other drinks that I definitely would like to come back and try, but the combo that I got was really good. The place is super cute and had a live DJ playing some background music as well. Downside is, it is a pretty small place so it might be hard to grab a seat, or you may have to wait a bit. Overall, great ambiance and decor. Staff was also super nice and gave us suggestions as to what to get - and in our case, which Agave to add to our mocktail when we wanted to turn it into a cocktail. She gave us a great rec!

Had the pleasure of popping in for a networking event and will definitely be back. Shout out to this woman owned business and it's cute, welcoming space!

Came here for a first date. We arrived on a Saturday night around 9p and were seated on couches right away. It was busy but not too loud or overstimulating. The atmosphere was great, service was fast and staff friendly, and all the drink we tried were delicious. Very fresh, big flavors, the descriptions on the menu do a great job of explaining what you will be tasting. I will be back :)