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THORNTON DISTILLING CO.
400 East Margaret Street | Thornton, IL 60476 | (708) 877-6222


Located in Illinois' oldest standing brewery (1857), and once Al Capone's largest bootlegging facility during prohibition. TDC distills the award winning "Dead Drop" brand of artisan spirits. Distillery guests enjoy a very unique experience that includes craft cocktails served from within the historic malting tower that is now home to the TDC cocktail bar & restaurant. To learn more about the distillery, wedding event space, or to book a tour and tasting please visit thorntondistilling.com


Open: W-Th 3PM-9PM; F-Sa 3PM-11PM; Su 12PM-9PM

Area: Area 4
Available for Tours and Groups Yes Awards 2019 - Homewood Science Center Cocktail Competition Winner; Illinois Maker
Food Trucks No Full Kitchen Available Yes
Live Entertainment Yes Motorcoach Parking Yes
Other Entertainment Yes Outdoor Patio Yes
Pet Friendly Yes Wheelchair Accessible Yes
Woman Brewer Onsite No


Events
MURDER MYSTERY DINNER - DEATH OF A GANGSTER
Apr 10, 2026
Thornton Distilling Co.
400 East Margaret Street
Thornton, IL
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ZOMBIE PROM
May 9, 2026
Thornton Distilling Co.
400 East Margaret Street
Thornton, IL
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WEDDING VENUE OPEN HOUSE + VENDOR SHOWCASE
Jun 14, 2026
Thornton Distilling Co.
400 East Margaret Street
Thornton, IL
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