State Line Distillery

We're honored to be nominated for Best Distillery, and our Royal Hawaiian is nominated for Best Cocktail in this year's Best of Madison awards.

If you've enjoyed a cocktail at State Line, picked up a bottle, or spent an afternoon with us at the distillery, we'd be grateful for your support.

Voting is open throughout June, and you can vote once during the month. Thanks for helping us represent Madison's incredible food and beverage scene. ❤️

https://madisonmagazine.secondstreetapp.com/Best-of-Madison-2026/

June at State Line ☀️

🥞 6/4 — Trivia Night + CrepUW
Crepes will be available from 6–8PM.

🎶 6/5 — Forró Fo Sho + Ian’s Bicycle Repair
Brazilian music from 7–9PM plus Ian’s Bicycle Repair parked outside.

🌺 6/9 — Hawaiian Shirt Party + Cafe Costa Rica
Throw on your loudest shirt and lean into Tropical Tuesdays with food from Cafe Costa Rica from 6–8PM.

📚 6/10 — Back to the Shelf Again Romance Novel Sale
Romance novels paired with cocktails? Say less. Shop curated reads from Back to the Shelf Again from 6–8PM.

🌮 6/11 — Trivia Night + Sabor Regio
Tacos from 6–8PM.

🍸 6/13 — World Gin Day + No Name String Band + Sabor Regio
Live music from 7–9PM, food from Sabor Regio, and plenty of gin-forward pours for World Gin Day.

🔥 6/18 — Trivia Night + CrepUW
Crepes will be available from 6–8PM.

🔥 6/19 — M&J Jamaican Kitch’n
BBQ night from 6–8PM with bold flavors and good patio energy.

🎵 6/21 — Make Music Madison
An all-day patio party from 12–9PM featuring six performers, Stellie’s Ice Cream, State Street Brats, and more.

🥞 6/25 — Trivia Night + CrepUW
Crepes will be available from 6–8PM.

🪲 6/28 — Craft Class: Beetle Wing Rings
Hosted by Eternal Bloom Designs starting at 4:30PM. Ticketed event. Text 608-304-7569 to sign up.

👕 6/30 — Clothing Swap + Runnin On Empty Food Truck
Bring gently used clothes, swap for new-to-you finds, and grab dinner from 6–8PM. More swap details coming soon.

Heads up: the distillery will be closed for private events on 6/20 + 6/27.

There’s a reason whiskey flights never go out of style. 🥃

Our current lineup includes the last pours of our Rye Whiskey, now only available as part of a flight before it leaves the shelf.

Built grain-to-glass right here in Wisconsin with patience, intention, and a respect for the process.

Intergalactic fun fact: mixology supergiant Mike McDonald at Stateline Distillery creates signature cockails for every Adult Swim, and this time he's outdone himself! The Espresso Stardust features State Line apple brandy & coffee liqueur, Dutch cocoa, sakura bitters, and Twinkle-Twinkle edible glitter (and it's much more sparkly when you see it in person). The Radiant Raspberry includes State Line light rum, lime, raspberry, falernum, orange liqueur, and Bittercube cherry bark vanilla bitters. We got a preview of both, and can confirm that they're both out of this world!

Your ticket to Cosmic Prom featuring VO5 includes a free drink! Get your tix today at www.MadisonChildrensMuseum.org

State Line will be closed this coming Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

In the meantime, we’re here all weekend with great cocktails and a full calendar of fun. Take a peek at our upcoming events and come spend some time with us.

https://www.statelinedistillery.com/cocktail-lounge/events

Calling all dog people 🐾

We’re turning the cocktail lounge into a dog lover’s dream for one very cute Sip & Shop on May 26th from 5-8PM.

Shop permanent jewelry from Urban Linked, custom pet art from Cayla Mrnik Dog Artist, goodies from Something to Bark About, and creations from Bad Dog Frida, all while sipping something delicious. There will also be a food truck on site.

Come support local, treat yourself, and maybe pick up something for your favorite four-legged roommate.

State Line is looking for someone to join our bar team!

If you’re passionate about hospitality, appreciate thoughtful cocktails, and love creating memorable experiences for guests, we’d love to hear from you.

Email your resume to [email protected] to apply.

Celebrate Craft Distillery Day with us on Friday, May 22.

We’re opening our doors for complimentary distillery tours led by founder John Mleziva, offering a behind-the-scenes look at our grain-to-glass process, the ingredients we thoughtfully source, and the craft behind every bottle.

Sign up today!

https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/a1d5a365/appointment/93047707/calendar/2652803

Syttende Mai weekend feels like the perfect time for Aquavit! 🇳🇴

Stop by State Line for a pour of our Aquavit or order a Fjordian Slip if you're looking for a refreshing cocktail.

And if you’re celebrating out and about, we’ll be at Old Firehouse Lounge on Sunday from 12–3PM pouring aquavit tastings.

We have a few updates to our remaining May events! Can't wait to see you in the lounge!

🌸 SYTTENDE MAI PARTY on May 15
A festive little patio situation in honor of Syttende Mai. Come celebrate with us, cocktail in hand.⁠

🐶 FETCH, PAWS & POUR on May 16 from 3–6PM
A dog adoption event with some very good pups looking for homes. Stop by, say hi, and maybe meet your new best friend.⁠

🥃 CRAFT DISTILLERY DAY on May 22
Celebrate independent spirits with us featuring State Street Brats, free distillery tours, and plenty worth raising a glass to.⁠

🍧 KONA SHAVED ICE on May 24 from 3–6PM
Because a shaved ice + cocktail combo sounds like exactly the right move.⁠

🐾 DOG POP-UP SHOP on May 26
A dog-themed pop-up for the pup people. Spoil your four-legged favorite a little. Or a lot.⁠

🍔 NATIONAL BURGER DAY on May 28 from 6–9PM
is popping up with burgers worthy of the holiday. We’ll handle the cocktails.