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altered State Tours and tastings

For private parties, tours and tastings, please contact the distillery directly via email at info@alteredstatedistillery.com 

We do our best to accommodate private tours and tastings whenever possible. It is best if you contact us in advance to schedule, but if you are visiting and the owner is available, he would be happy to take you on a tour of our production space. Tastings are available during open hours and can be conducted by any of our front of house staff. You are always welcome to try our spirits before purchase. Our kitchen is now open. Click on the "Dining" tab for more information.  Table service unavailable during large events. Please let us help you at the bar. 

Fall Hours:   Tues & Wed 4-10,  Thur 4-11:,  Fri 4-Midnight,  Sat 12-Midnight,  Sun 10-4

altered State EVENTS

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(Event dates listed below)

We host more live local and regional music than just about anyone in Erie !!!

Altered State Distillery is a strong supporter of  local and regional musicians,  breweries, wineries, artists and farmers

Visit us Tuesday through Thursday from 5-7 for happy hour.  Enjoy live local and regional music every Friday and Saturday night from 7-10 pm year round, select Thursdays in the winter/spring, and Sunday Brunch Sessions. Or stop in for a cocktail or a tasting anytime! Keep an eye on our socials for Trivia Nights, Music Bingo, Paint & Sips, Movie Nights and for sign-ups our fall Curling League!!

We are also excited to announce that our kitchen is now open!  For more details click on the "Dining" tab in our menu. 

recurring EVENTS 

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JOIN US FOR HAPPY HOUR  

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights 5-7

1/2 Priced Appetizers with the purchase of an adult beverage (for a limited time) 
Specials on one to ones, wine and beer

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ERIE'S BEST TACO TUESDAY!!   

Our Mexican street tacos are made fresh to order every day! 
$1 off per taco/$3 off per order of tacos and $1 off AlteredRitas every Tuesday! 
Choose from carne asada, shrimp , chicken,  quesabirria, carnitas, chorizo or vegan chorizo  
Join us from 5-7 for our happy hour drink specials 

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Whiskey Wine & Wagyu Wednesday  

Every Wednesday we’re serving a $12 specialty Wagyu burger alongside $10 Manhattans & Old Fashioneds — plus $1 off all other whiskey drinks and $2 off glasses of wine.

Join us for scratch-made food and some of the best cocktails in town, crafted from real ingredients and our award-winning spirits.

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SUNDAY BRUNCH

Start your Sunday on a delicious note with acoustic music and our made-from-scratch brunch, featuring an irresistible mix of sweet and savory options.

Pair your meal with one of our fully dressed Bloody Marys, a mimosa flight,  or sip on some of Erie's finest craft cocktails featuring house-made syrups, real fruit juices, and freshly squeezed citrus. This is brunch elevated!

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Velvet hour 

Friday & Saturday Nights  10pm-12am 

We’re excited to introduce a little something extra for your late-night cravings! 
Feeling a little peckish, but don’t want your night to end with a drive-through run? Every Friday and Saturday, when the music wraps up, the good vibes keep rolling with a special limited menu of savory snacks & decadent desserts.
What's on the Menu?
*Chips with House Made Salsa Fresca & Guac
*Chips and House Made Queso Blanco
*Creamy NY Style Cheesecake (choose from a variety of toppings)
*Italian Lemon Cake Made with a Mascarpone Lemon Cream
Pairs well with any cocktail
Available until midnight!
Come for the tunes and stay for dessert. 

Upcoming Events

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The Best Bingo Ever! Music Bingo! At Altered State Distillery!!

Thursday , January 15th 7-9

This Isn't Your Grandmother's Bingo
 Get ready for Mix Tape Bingo—where your music knowledge and bingo skills collide for a night of killer tunes, big laughs, and awesome prizes! Hosted by guest host Garrett Skindell, this high-energy game swaps numbers for songs, so sing along, mark your card, and get ready to win.
 WHEN: Thursday, Nov 20th 7–9 PM
 WHERE: Altered State Distillery
 WHAT TO EXPECT:
 2 Music-themed bingo rounds: TBA
 Craft cocktails to fuel the fun
Bring your crew, grab a drink, and let’s turn up the volume on bingo night like never before! Be sure to come early to get a seat and a bite to eat!
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Fridays are Dead: Flagship of Fools A Tribute to Bob Weir at Altered State Distillery

Friday ,  January 16h 7-10

This Friday! We invite you to come celebrate the life and songs of legendary artist, Bob Weir.
As part of our Fridays Are Dead series, we’re gathering to honor Bobby, a major voice on the soundtrack of some of the best times of our lives.
Logan Battin & Flagship of Fools will be at the helm, joined by special guest musicians from Erie and Pittsburgh (TBA), all coming together in gratitude for what Bob Weir has given us.
We know the great reunion on the other side will send a surge of joy across the cosmos. We’re grateful for the chance to be together, to laugh, cry, hug, and keep the music going.
We love you, Bobby. Weir so Grateful.
May the four winds blow you safely home.
Open 4-Midnight
Kitchen 4-9
Live music 7-10
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Ron Yarosz and the Vehicle at Altered State Distillery

Saturday,  January 17h 7-10

The Vehicle is a blues band lead by local front man Ron Yarosz, with elements of Rock and Jamband at times, heavy on harmonica and Hammond B3 Organ.
Open 4p - midnight
Kitchen 4pm-9pm
Live Music 7-10 pm
Bottle sales, craft cocktails, and tastings all day
We can't wait to see you!!!
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Acoustic Brunch with John Hyatt & Joe Frisina at Altered State Distillery

Sunday,   January 18h 10-3

Start your Sunday on a delicious note with familiar songs by John Hyatt & Joe Frisina from 11-2 and our made-from-scratch brunch, featuring an irresistible mix of sweet and savory options like our
• Gaucho Steak & Eggs
• Apple Bacon Brie Croissant
• Mont Cristo
• Avocado Toast
• Bananas Foster French Toast
• Fundido Skillet
and so much more!
Pair your meal with one of our fully dressed Bloody Marys or sip on some of Erie's finest craft cocktails featuring house-made syrups, real fruit juices, and freshly squeezed citrus. This is brunch elevated!
Alcohol-free options available
Fantastic music, delicious food, amazing drinks, and friendly faces. What's not to love? We hope to see you!
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Open Decks w/DJ Mitch Miller at Altered State

Thursday, January  23rd  7-10

Join us for OPEN DECKS NIGHT at Altered State Hosted by Mitch Miller

All experience levels & genres are accepted and beginners are encouraged! This is your chance to experience playing on a stage with club-level sound system. Showcase your mixing skills or original music. There will be assistance available on how to use the gear and DJing basics if needed

Pioneer decks will be available for use or bring your own gear to play on

Prepare enough music on a USB to play for 30 minutes. If you are not bringing your own gear, it is required to analyze your tracks through Rekordbox (free download - instructions on import/export here: https://youtu.be/wR8NJhLdFlI?feature=shared and https://youtu.be/BreGTSvA9lE?feature=shared)

Bring your own headphones (headphones must have an aux input)

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Fridays are Dead: Eric Weinholtz Trio (BUF) Live at Altered State Distillery

Friday, January  24th 7-10

Let us put a little Dead in your day this winter!!
Altered State has invited some of our favorite local and regional acts to join us on Friday nights & help us pay tribute to one of the most iconic bands of all time!
Each night will be unique, as we have handed the reigns to the artists: whether it be a set, a full night or a sprinkling throughout the evening, you can count on there being some familiar faces and favorites you can shake your booty to songs by the Dead and JGB.
We can't wait to see you!
Open 4-Midnight
Kitchen 4-9
Live music 7-10
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Rodger Montgomery Blues Band Live at Altered State

Saturday, January  25th  7-10

This band needs no introduction.
We hope you'll join us!
Come get Bluesafied!
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Acoustic Brunch with Jeremy Jaeger at Altered State Distillery

Sunday January  26th  10-3 

Start your Sunday on a delicious note with familiar songs by Jeremy Jaeger and our made-from-scratch brunch, featuring an irresistible mix of sweet and savory options like our
• Gaucho Steak & Eggs
• Apple Bacon Brie Croissant
• Omelets
• Avocado Toast
• Bananas Foster French Toast
• Fundido Skillet
and so much more!
Pair your meal with one of our fully dressed Bloody Marys or sip on some of Erie's finest craft cocktails featuring house-made syrups, real fruit juices, and freshly squeezed citrus. This is brunch elevated!
Alcohol-free options available
Brunch options subject to change
Fantastic music, delicious food, amazing drinks, and friendly faces. What's not to love? We hope to see you!
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Fridays are Dead: Woods Family Duo feat. Tim & Derek Woods (PGH) Live at Altered State Distillery

Friday,  January  31st 7-10 

Let us put a little Dead in your day this winter!!

Altered State has invited some of our favorite local and regional acts to join us on Friday nights & help us pay tribute to one of the most iconic bands of all time!

Each night will be unique, as we have handed the reigns to the artists: whether it be a set, a full night or a sprinkling throughout the evening, you can count on there being some familiar faces and favorites you can shake your booty to songs by the Dead and JGB.

We can't wait to see you!

Open 4-Midnight
Kitchen 4-9
Live music 7-10

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Johnny Hart and the Mess (BUF) Live at Altered State Distillery

Saturday,  February  1st 7-10

Join us as we welcome Johnny Hart and the Mess to the distillery for the first time.feat.
Johnny Hart: Guitar/Vocals
Joe Lewis (Funktional Flow)
Nate Kalnitz (The Buffalo Dead All-Stars/The Brass Machine): Bass
James Kooken: DrumsJOHNNY HART & THE MESS

Indie / Rock ‘n’ Rock from Buffalo, NY

About Johnny Hart & The Mess -https://www.johnnyhartandthemess.comhttps://www.facebook.com/JohnnyHartAndTheMess/videos/9724133094367698J
ohnny Hart and the Mess celebrate the history of rock ’n’ roll while carving out a new era of their own. Rooted in rock but never confined by it, they wander off the beaten path into blues, country, pop, funk, and jam-band territory depending on the night and the crowd.
Having shared the stage with The Black Crowes, Caamp, Marcus King, Cory Wong, The Wailers, Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country, Dark Star Orchestra, Fitz and the Tantrums, Shaed, Grace Potter, The Sheepdogs, Andy Frasco, Neal Francis, Joey Harkum and many more, Johnny Hart and the Mess have solidified themselves as a " Soulfully urgent Alt Rock Powerhouse".

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