28 Mile Distilling Company - Highwood, Illinois

Claire E.

Our charity, FOCUS, had the pleasure of partnering with 28 Mile Distillery for our recent gala, where we raised over $300,000 to help prevent blindness in babies. From start to finish, Mike and Steven were beyond accommodating, ensuring that every detail was taken care of with professionalism, warmth, and genuine kindness.

The quality of their spirits is truly top-tier—our guests could not stop raving about the incredible cocktails! 28 Mile Distillery went the extra mile (pun intended!) to prepare fresh, high-quality batches that made service seamless for our bartenders while still delivering an out-of-this-world experience. Every drink was impressive, smooth, and full of character, reflecting the craftsmanship and passion behind their work.

But what really sets them apart is the family-like atmosphere they cultivate. Working with them felt like more than just a partnership—it felt like joining a community of people who truly care about what they do and who they serve. Their generosity, hospitality, and commitment to excellence made such an impact on our event, and we could not be more grateful.

If you're looking for exceptional spirits and a team that values quality, integrity, and community, 28 Mile Distillery is the place to go. We cannot recommend them enough and are so honored to have had them as part of our mission. Cheers to an incredible distillery with even more incredible people! 🍸✨

Carrie B.

Have had a few really good experiences here and was excited to come back. We loved the live music nights!
When we recently returned, it was a bit busy and had trouble getting in to even find a place to stand/sit and the bartender was quite rude. We left after driving 30 minutes out of the way.

Shil N.

If you don’t want to go to the Bourbon Trail this summer, this is the place to come down to! The Distillery has their tasting lineup that you can choose from - I ordered their Tequilas and Bourbons and was pleasantly surprised. The live music, ambience and awesome food just makes this place a great choice. I plan to hold an event as well in their large banquet hall.

K G.

Not only is the space beautiful, the drinks were so delicious and picture perfect. Steven was so attentive and friendly! He made sure we had a great time and left happy and full! Will be back again for sure. Only sad it took me this long to check it out!

Kelsey S.

Great atmosphere and love the aesthetic!! The owner is really nice as well, and he chatted with us for a bit. The pizza smelled amazing, but I boozily settled for a soft pretzel with some great cheese! The bartender was super sweet and down-to-earth as well, which was a total plus. They have live music here from time to time as well and outdoor rooftop seating! Definitely check it out!

Gretchen

Enjoyed the atmosphere so much. But really loved the selection of great bourbon. Add to that the crispy, chewy crust of the pizza and what a winning combination! The Debonair four cask bourbon is smooth and multi-faceted. We took a bottle home! Look forward to coming again soon.

Allison S.

I am writing this review from a personal and professional standpoint, as I have hosted a few work events at 28-Mile over the past year, and recently had my son's Bar Mitzvah party there. As a former event planner, and someone who plans numerous events for my job, I can honestly say that I have never encountered a more professional and accommodating staff. From the ownership, to the management, to the bar & waitstaff, and I have to mention the woman who tirelessly maintains the cleanliness of the venue, each and every one of them go above and beyond to ensure everything runs smoothly for your event. Both of the recent events I hosted had elaborate set-ups, and the entire staff (even the owner!) helped make sure the space looked the best it possibly could.

From my initial meetings with Mike the manager, to the walk thru/layout details of the space, and menu discussions, Mike gave me his undivided attention and great suggestions as to what would work best. He promptly answered any questions I had, and leading up to my events he could not have been more responsive, flexible and accommodating. This is not a venue that just wants your money, they truly care about their customers and strive to make sure that from start to finish everything goes well. From the laborious set-up to breakdown for both of my events they could not have been more helpful!

We also got so many compliments on the food from our guests, their pizza is definitely some of the best on the North Shore! The bar staff is amazing and so efficient. Not only do they make awesome cocktails (their butterscotch bourbon was a crowd favorite), you also feel their genuine commitment to making sure that the event is a success. No matter what my request was of the management, or the bar or waitstaff, they made it happen with a smile on their faces. If a scenario is possible, they will do whatever they can to make your vision come to life.

If you are considering having an event at 28-Mile do not hesitate, I promise you will not be disappointed. I am already thinking about other events I can plan there, especially when the weather gets warm so I can utilize their roof & patio. I could not possibly be more grateful to everyone at 28-Mile for helping to make my son's Bar Mitzvah party a night we will never forget!!!

Jason N.

We hosted an amazing party at 28 Mile! The food, service and atmosphere were all terrific. Mike and the staff were super easy to work with.A+