Dorćol Distilling + Brewing Co

Great cocktails, friendly people, great service. Small indoor area, larger outdoor area, better to go after the sun goes down in summer. Excellent rakia. Update 11/3/18. Just had their Irish Red. Delicious!!! Wish I could order a keg now, but it'll be available in March for St Paddy's. You just outdid yourself guys, love it!!!

Also called HighWheel Brewing. We came for a beer, but stayed for the apricot Brandy (Rakia) mixed drinks. Open mic night (with some folks that we're actually good), interesting mixed crowd, funky (good) atmosphere. Really easy to hang out. And did I mention the mixed drinks with the Serbian Apricot Brandy...? Very cool, refreshing, interesting. Worth going out of the way for!

Beers and cocktails were pretty good. A little steep in price but the quality of the cocktail justified it. The bartender was a bit pretentious. The back room was pretty stuffy, definitely need some fans on. Overall decent. I’ll give it another shot down the road.

Love the drinks!! Never had rakia until now. If you haven't been, definitely come check it out. They also have beer!

This distillery is unique in that their namesake spirit is Kingsmen (apricot based Raika) and all their beautiful classic cocktails are made with a twist, the add of Kingsmen. The cocktail list includes the Negroni, Mint Julep, French 75, Bees Knees, Sidecar and Manhattan, among others. There are also some lovely creative inventions, such as the Strawberry Port Cake (Raika, port, rhubarb bitters and strawberry balsamic shrub). The vibe of the place is very chill and features a few small tables inside and a happening patio area.

Delicious cocktails all made with their own brandy called Rakia and a nice selection of beer called High Wheel which both products are made here at location. The owners and staff are very chill and welcoming. Cool location and atmosphere including the brewery which your able to get a tour of while enjoying their delicious cocktails and beers. Well recommended for handcrafted unique cocktails and quality craft beer. Cheers.

Cutest little distillery ice ever seen!! Absolutely loved the Strawberry Thai Chili Infusion....oh my! Sweet spicy and so refreshing. My only criticism is the lack of covering on the patio (think hot af) and the lack of signage for drive way entrance. The construction in the street made it difficult to access and unclear where to park. However, if you can figure that out this Brewery is totally worth it!

Always a great experience! Brew is on point and cocktails are strong and delightful.

Dorćol Distilling is by far my favorite distillery in San Antonio! They are known for their award winning Rakia, which is a handcrafted apricot brandy. With this exquisite spirit, they create amazing and very refreshing cocktails perfect for our crazy Texas weather. If you are more of a beer drinker, they also brew HighWheel beer. My two favorite are HighWheel SA Hefe and HighWheel Betty. During COVID-19, they have remained closed to the public but they offer curbside pick-up on all of their products; Rakia and beer. If you don't know how to prepare cocktails with Rakia, don't you worry! They have the recipes for all of their cocktails online. They also have a few cocktail making videos on their social channels, which are super helpful. If you love beer and brandy, make sure to support local and check out this amazing distillery/brewery!

Sigh. SIGH. SIIIIIIIIGH. What an amazing spot. Our wonderful, fantastic, stupendous Yelp CM's open fare-thee-well was hosted here, and there was SoFlo Pizza to be had, drink tickets for Elite Yelpers, and overall just a fantastic night to rub elbows with the coolest Elites in SA. This was my first time at Dorćol and I can guarantee you it will not be my last. This is a super hip distilling co with some ultra smooth drinks. Yeah, I'm used to paying $10 for an Old Fashioned, but the $12 Old Fashioned here totally rocked my socks off. It was smooth, it was subtle, and it had a giant branded ice cube. BRANDED. ICE. CUBE. SO DOPE. Those of you who know me know I always judge a bar by their OF. This one takes not just the cake, but the whole bakery, y'all. The mixologists/bartenders were witty and fun, and made excellent recommendations. I had the porter, which wasn't as malty as I had hoped, but still hearty. Then I had that memorable Old Fashioned. Not gonna lie, I think it beats out the one at Eddie V's. Then I had the Mother of Pearl which had Absinthe, and that had me seeing fairies for about an hour. I took a couple of minutes to write a Thank You card to our wonderful CM Tomas, and schmoozed with fellow Elites. (this review is also their notice that I got home safely. I see you Adam, Brent, Aurin, Raven, and Joey.) I had an amazing time watching people dance, play with the giant selfie light, and enjoy some top notch drinks. Now that I know where this place is, and how incredibly smooth their cocktails are, I definitely want to come back. Especially for that Old Fashioned. Holy yum, y'all.

It's been easy to tell that the crew at Dorćol has been working their butts off. Dealing with COVID hasn't been easy, but they've been creative and been able to keep their staff. I prefer to make a stop here instead of buying at HEB. Nothing wrong with HEB, but it's nice to also buy some Rakia or something else they've been working on. Their outdoor area is nice so you won't have to worry about being close to others. If you're bar hopping, you should definitely stop here.

The Best Cocktails I Had While In San Antonio SITREP Little did I know that when I came with my friends to visit Dorcol In this modest little neighborhood South of Downtown San Antonio (SA), that would be blown away by this wonderful distilling company that makes the most amazing cocktails in this lovely city. THE SETUP My buddy Savanna M. and I pulled the trigger on a couple of their specialties: the Apricot Daiquiri and the Jack Rose. * The bartender knew his stuff and it was fun to watch him in action https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dor%C4%87ol-distilling-company-san-antonio-2?select=NJNUUOgjOeWachlC_R3cjQ&userid=3mNz5nQFTIBQm0oU5mBR0w * And the drinks were AMAZEBALLZ, and that doesn't even fully do these hand-crafted cocktails justice. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dor%C4%87ol-distilling-company-san-antonio-2?select=MVENc2vf5knDycdeI5kEeg&userid=3mNz5nQFTIBQm0oU5mBR0w And out in the courtyard where the DJ was laying down some jiggy mixed beats, https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dor%C4%87ol-distilling-company-san-antonio-2?select_video=m72rGVYwjmkPkY2xA5ezzw&userid=3mNz5nQFTIBQm0oU5mBR0w HOT DOGS The associated vendor was selling the most amazing goat-meat hotdogs. Superb.& tasty. THE LOWDOWN If you're looking for the best cocktails in SA, you will find them here at Dorcal Distillery.

A friend invited us to join her for their icecream challenge. When your GPS says you are getting close, be sure to slow down, we missed the turn the first time. Then we had to turn around and then we got stuck on the other side of a long train... The place is rather small but it is lovely. Great outdoor seating, some covered and some not. Our friend said they recently added the cinder block wall between the patio and the train tracks. Maybe for noise, maybe for safety? Unfortunately it cuts down on the breeze. The bartenders are fast. Staff members are constantly walking around picking up empty glasses for you. The menu is small but potent. The Bee's Knees was surprisingly small but effective. I loved the flavor and the color. It was very pretty... I also had their version of a Pimm's Cup and it was also very pretty and tasty. My husband enjoyed his beer and it came in a pretty glass. This is a pretty place to have some craft beverages. I highly recommend you go to the icecream challange next year if you can. It was delicious and we had a great time chatting with the other attendees.

They're known for their rakia. Rakia is Serbian/Croatian for brandy, it's made from apricots, and they distill it right here on location. All the cocktails are based on rakia, the only other liquor I saw here was absinthe. My friend had the Strawberry Port Cake (rakia, sugar, rhubarb bitters, some sort of strawberry liqueur, and other ingredients) and let me take a sip. It was very fruity and refreshing. Second cocktail up was the Mother of Pearl (it was the only cocktail I saw that was not based on rakia). This was a coconut flavored drink with absinthe as a base. Again, I just took a sip, but it was very good. And I was informed that the absinthe was astounding - but what do I know? All I can tell you is the drink tasted good. If you know me, you know liquor and mixed drinks are not my thing. I'm strictly a beer dude, so luckily for me, in addition to their famous rakia, they also brew a handful of their own beers. I checked their online drink list before I went and saw a list of 5 or 6 brews. I tried the Betty, a Kolsch that was light, crispy and tasty, but kind of watery and too much on the light side. Not the best Kolsch I've ever had. The bummer was, that after I finished my last beer, I was informed that there were taps on the left side of the bar that I hadn't seen. Supposedly, they have a red ale that beats the pants off the Kolsch. I'm going to have to make another trip down there for that one. Cocktails are $10-$12, so yeah, it's a bit pricey. BUT the bartenders do make an awesome and *consistent* drink. Each subsequent drink tasted exactly like the previous drink. Cocktails aren't a science, it's an art. The inside bar area is a bit cramped, but they have a patio area with tables and chairs to chillax on. The night I was there, it started raining and they let us drag the tables and chairs into the distillery area, so we could take shelter from the elements. Final verdict? YES, I would hit this place up again. A very unique place technically not in Southtown, but close enough.

"Dorchal" is a beautiful oasis for well crafted drinks. They have beer in addition to their own Rakia (brandy) - Kinsman. Alas I sampled the mixed drinks and then went on to their beer without having tried the Rakia neat. Their 'Mary Pickford' also features their home made grenadine. I also went with more bitter drinks like the Negroni Bianco, and their Paper Airplane. I think I liked the smoothness of the Negroni the best. Had their IPA, not bad. And their Irish red ale.. twice. It was good. With it raining we took to moving tables and chairs inside the distillery half. This allowed plenty of room and easy convo. It appears since they are a drinking place that you can BYOF - bring your own food (or order delivery). I "sampled" quite a bit more than I normally would. But 1) Tomas was a Tomastic enabler... Many thanks! 2) I staved off a complete hang over with the assistance of Drinkwel before and after so I thankfully only woke up with only slight brain fog. I'm still testing them out, But they've worked rather well for casual drinking. Again Tomas was most Tomastic presence throughout the evening. And again thanks and to the Dorcol crew for such a great evening and chill venue.

I finally made it to Dorćol! Sadly (sort of), it was to say goodbye to our wonderful Yelp CM, Tomas as he ventures off on new adventures. I immediately loved this place because it reminded me of the super-cool bars in Wynwood (Miami). Industrial decor with painting by local artists sealed the deal, but what really got me were the drinks! Their paper plane (one of my all-time favorite drinks) were amazing! Warning: they are tasty, but man, are they strong in a sneaks-up-on-you kind of way. Most of the cocktails at Dorćol are made with the own apricot brandy. I will definitely try the old-fashioned there next time! I can't wait to return to Dorćol and work my way down their awesome drink menu!!

It's worth going out of your way to enjoy a drink and the laid back atmosphere. They have a variety of signature cocktails to choose from and they all sounded interesting. I tried the mother of Pearl and the tea-kini. Both were great. Perfect flavor. Not too sweet and with the right amount of alcohol. The outside bar has beer. On a Saturday night, they had a band in the patio. If you prefer to watch football while enjoying your drink, you can do that too. They have a TV in what seems to be the distilling room. Definitely a little of everything for Everyone.

Excellent location with good beer and spirits. Beautiful scenery and is a must try for the area.

Very cool bar, the apricot liquor is pretty interesting to see, and their artistic spin on classic cocktails, aren't too bad either. I enjoyed an Ole' Fashioned; and it was made particularly well. A small quaint place off Flores, it's tight on the inside, but they have a decent amount of patio space. Parking isn't too bad either if you don't mind parallel.

Oh bless thee Dorćol for making your place my go to hidden gem in town. I'm sad I have to let the city know about you but I feel it's town to disclose your location and have everyone else enjoy you like I do. This is not your standard bar nor is this a place that holds itself to the uppity up fru fru spectrum that can be known around town. Nope they're genuine and stay true to themselves. Located near the train tracks (which you honestly can't even really hear unless you're located outside in the patio) you'll see a beautiful lit patio available for you to sit at. Once you enter the doors you'll see an impressive menu focused around the rakia that is made in house. If you'd like don't forget to ask the owners for a tour as they'll be more than happy to give you one in the back! I love this place and how low key it is. You'll have such an appreciation for craft cocktails once you come here. Their interpretation of iconic and innovative drinks is simply impressive!

REVIEWER # 45 Dorcol has this sexy spice to it that I'm LOVIN'! I walked in with a couple friends on May 5th, 2017 and totally thought it was just a "brewery" until I seen their menu! Dorcol is known for making a bomb Serbian apricot brandy (A brandy made of nothing but apricots imported from a family friends orchard), which I didn't get a chance to try; however, let's just say that they definitely don't disappoint when it comes to making a delicious drink! This place was lively on a Friday night and best of all; they had a DJ that was playin' all the jam!!! Yes, that was me swinging my hair and dancing THE.WHOLE.NIGHT! The Friday I came, it was packed house! Many people surrounding the bar trying to order a drink. I can't blame them because I had front row seats at the bar and trust-and-believe I was not leaving until I had my drink in my hand. HA! Chris Mobley, one of the owners of the bar, was able to take my order as I ordered over 5 drinks for me and my crew. Chris was so patient with me and didn't seem frustrated, I totally appreciated that. Chris also works with co-founder Boyan Kalusevic on this beautiful Dorcol creation! Kalusevic was born in Dorcol (hint the name of the business) and comes from a family that has a huge background in distilling. They recently introduced craft beers and a mix of cocktails to the menu and I have to say, it's been a BIG hit! They have over 20+ drinks that are offered here. They are only open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights! Although I wish they were open more days out of the week, I will take what I can get! P.S- They have a good reason on why they are closed during most of the week. My understanding of it is that they spend the days they are closed to produce Rakia, a Serbian Apricot Liquor, which is what they are well-known for making! This place is a MUST-DO on your bucket list of things to do when visiting San Antonio. It has such a wonderful hip vibe and friendly bartenders. I have to admit that this place can be great for private events: Birthday parties, Bachelorette party, College graduation? You name it, I am sure the owners can make something happen!

After tasting their Betty Kolsch at the Brews and Blooms event held at the Botanical Gardens we were hooked on their Highwheel Beerworks brews but hadn't experienced either the distillery or their Kinsman brandy. We had made many unsuccessful attempts at a visit and finally hit them when they were open. It worth the repeated efforts because this place is really cool. Lots of attention to architectural details and art making it a very comfortable place to hang out. The cocktails they concoct using their products are outstanding. In one word WOW for the whole experience and can't wait to go back when the outdoor seating area is complete. Job well done

I'm betting that if I had come to this place on a normal night, this review would be five out of five stars. However, we had our after party here after the I love SA YSB party, and I'm pretty sure no one told the poor bartenders that we were going to show up, since they were then deluged with yelpers. It took me about 15 minutes to get a drink, but I tried the Brandy Alexander $10), which was delicious. It was fun to watch the bartenders make the drinks as well. The Spurs were playing that night so seating was kind of hard to find as well, they have a large interior section and exterior but between sports fans and the Yelpers, there were not a lot of places to sit. There's a small tent that sells sausages as well, in case you get hungry. They also had charred artichokes that you could buy. Overall, a nice craft cocktail and beer bar, I just wish that it didn't take so long to get my drink. However, you could tell that the bartenders were slammed and that they weren't expecting so many people.

The drinks are killer at Dorćol! A pretty wide range selection of drinks are available and the staff were extremely helpful in helping a lady find a drink that suits her taste buds. The DJ was awesome and definitely played music that catered to the crowd. The beau was grateful they had a variety of beers to choose from, and again, the staff was able to match their options to his preference. The place had a trendy feel but certainly not anything that was over the top or off putting. The patio was far larger than inside and gave plenty of space to dance and hang. They seemed to have taps outside and though the area wasn't open while we were there, I presume there are times when beers are available outside. It was certainly an enjoyable atmosphere and place to enjoy a few as a cap to the evening. I felt that even with the large group of people who just showed up, we were able to get our beverages in a decent amount of time, considering. It was packed and the staff did a terrific job of keeping up with the orders. They were very kind in supplying substitutions once the drinks ran out as well.

This distillery is unique in that their namesake spirit is Kingsmen (apricot based Raika) and all their beautiful classic cocktails are made with a twist, the add of Kingsmen. The cocktail list includes the Negroni, Mint Julep, French 75, Bees Knees, Sidecar and Manhattan, among others. There are also some lovely creative inventions, such as the Strawberry Port Cake (Raika, port, rhubarb bitters and strawberry balsamic shrub). The vibe of the place is very chill and features a few small tables inside and a happening patio area.

Not your average brewery. This is a brewery with flair. You walk in and based on the menu in front of you, you would think your at an old fashioned bar with a twist. The menu is full of cocktails, many of which have to be stirred and not shaken. Look to your right, and you will find a smaller menu with the beers on draft. I love the setting. Your being served in the middle or shall we say side, of the brewery. We had a DJ outside and along with there stirred cocktails, there was nothing I could want more.

It's a favorite! They make their own brandy and then build an array of cocktails from that single brandy. Their cocktail menu changes slightly over time, but the favorites seem to stick around. While I enjoy their variety, I always go back to their Ups and Downs. It's the best. It has slight coffee and chocolate flavor and just a tinge of sweetness (which is perfect for me). And it finishes extra nice as it has a maraschino cherry waiting at the bottom for you. They also brew beer there, but that's not what I'm there for! I hear its good, though. It's relatively small bar. The front section is extremely small, but there is a back area next to their distillery pieces. And when the weather is nice, there is a bunch of seating outside, where they occasionally have live music at. It's generally not busy, which I enjoy, as well. Overall, it has a nice intimate feel. The only complaint I have about this place is that they only open Thursday - Saturday, and they close early. :'( The artwork is enjoyable and rotates occasionally. The jams are good, the servers are friendly, and the cocktails are the best. It's a great after-dinner drinks spot.

Visited Dorcol while in town to see a friend who has lived in San Antonio less than a year. We couldn't believe such a fun, chill place wasn't packed on a Friday afternoon. The cocktails were delicious and very varied - pretty much guaranteed to find something for everyone here. The bartender was polite, and the woman who greeted us gave us a little overview of rakia and some history of the distillery. It was a great experience and would love to go back if I get to visit again.

Came here w/a group and this place was not a location to accommodate the size of our large gathering gathering! I think had it not been so crowded it would have been a more enjoyable experience. But, other than that, a cool place with a patio, an indoor bar, and seating amongst the aging barrels of booze. They make a decent old fashioned, which was the only cocktail I could acquire as the wait was pretty long. I would like to come back and check this place out when it isn't packed to the hilt and on a cool spring or autumn after, as it seemed like a great place to just chill and have a drink in SA.

Cool vibe, groovy crowd. Groovy DJ, instrumental and chill. Try the beers, won't be disappointed. Great location and best mixed drinks. Second Saturday's are the best!

I have to compliment the owners of this Brewery..they are very friendly, approachable and give 100% every night. Im very impressed with their High Wheel beer selections. Every chance I get I take friends and family to enjoy drinks and the food truck. Love the outdoor area ..add heaters for winter and it would be perfect place on cold night

Had a great time sampling classic cocktails with friends while visiting San Antonio. Fritts too great care of us. It's the Bee's Knees.

Cute little bar in the middle of South Flores. I've been hearing a lot of good things about this spot and also from Il Forno's owner. They don't have a sign outside so it's a little hard to find if you're driving up and down the street. Be on the look out for an outdoor patio with silver chairs. The door is in the interior side of the patio where it says Dorcol Distilling. It's super cozy inside with limited seating. It looks like they host events because the actually distillery part was sectioned off for a private event. They have a limited section of cocktails but I'm sure you'll find something of your taste. I got the blueberry highballer which has blueberries, lemon juice, ginger beer, and sugar. Very delicious! The alcohol content is pretty strong too. Drinks range from $9-$12. Kind of expensive but definitely quality drinks. They have draft beer here as well that is $5. Will come here to treat myself to a nice cocktail.

Great like spot just south of downtown. Unique drinks and distilled spirits. The staff was great, very polite and knowledgeable. I would recommend this spot as a kick off or last spot. The atmosphere is calming. Great way to end the evening. Plus the flavored water is awesome!

Swanky looking. Only downside is how small it is and parking. I had the bees knees cocktail. It was delicious with the combo of honey and whiskey. So good and they also have a good selection of beers on draft.

I love supporting local just as much as the next San Antonio-ian. Dorcol has created a great spirit to represent San Antonio. The Dorcol distillery which first started making Kinsman Apricot Liquor was one of the first craft spirits in San Antonio. Not long after the spirit debut the company started working on brewing beer and now has a fantastic High Wheel beer line up in its portfolio. The spot is great fun, can get a bit crowded especially on second Saturdays which is the night that they have local art vendors that come in and set up shop. The bartenders are always friendly and have guest visitors every once in a while where they have rotating specialty cocktails. The only reason i rate four stars is because of the variety. While the Kinsman Rakia product is great, EVERY drink on the menu contains it. Not only is it in every drink, its the main ingredient. Now dont get me wrong, I love the product and I get that being the distillery you want to have it in every drink. I just dont think it should be the main ingredient in every single one. Or if it is, maybe try aging the kinsman in some barrel so that you can get some of the whiskey characteristics when ordering drinks like old fashioneds and Manhattans. That is the only reason I would be less than satisfied with the company.

Like ALWAYS very good tasting drinks.... a Betty for my Hauney and a little Mother of Pearl for myself...DELICIOUS....

Let's just say we had to get a manager involved. This place was the site of an afterparty. 5 of us standing at bar, then suddenly was about 20 people....with 200 rsvps, they were about to get slammed. The venue is really cool itself, DJ was good. Not a beer drinker so was left to have their Rakia -was ok... (I feel they should at least carry staple spirits for those people that don't want their spirit). Bartender was cocky and rude. We ordered 2 drinks, he made one. Took and made other orders and never came back to us for our second even after asking him again. After realizing we weren't going to get the 2nd drink, we decided to split it. Stood there another 15 minutes trying pay for the one drink that we never even drank. Finally we just walked away and left after talking to the manager Nina, who was extremely nice and apologetic. We told her we just wanted to let her know why we didn't pay for our drink and that they were about to get a rush of people in that could potentially give less favorable reviews with that type service. It's a cool little place away from everything near the tracks. Nice size patio and you can sit the the room where they brew.

This is a hip little place literally right off of S Flores St. They have a wide selection of High Wheel Brews and an excellent bar staff to get you the drink you deserve! This place usually has a DJ outside and it also looks like they are in the process of constructing a container bar of some sort in the patio area, so that's something to look forward to in the future. Anyways, great spot to hang out and catch up with some friends and get a solid brew! My recommendation, try the High Wheel 56 IPA, it's a fine beer!

Chill environment, great drink selection and abundant seating inside and outside. Last time I went it was hailing and we took shelter in their distilling area with their garage door open.

This place has my vote for best Russian Imperial Stout of the season. The bartender is fast and always remembers my name and what I drink. It feels quaint and has easy parking to get to the distillery. It's a great place to go. Wish they were open every evening!

Dope spot with limited space inside, but patio area makes up for it. On those mellow Texas nights where you just need be outside. This is a great spot. A brewery and distillery you can't go wrong with either choice. The cocktails are fresh light and full of flavor. The beers range from Trappist to German and are great by anyones standards. Part of the 2nd Saturday crew that features local artists, karaoke, and other activities make Dorcol a hotspot in blooming South town.

Dorcol is a distiller of Rakia. What is Rakia? Great question, glad you asked! Rakia is a fruit brandy, generally about 80 proof (40% alcohol for those that don't know what proof is). Dorcol is using apricots. They recently added Big Wheel Brewing to their stable, so I guess they are now, technically, a Brewstillery since they do beer and Rakia. Dorcol is open Thurs, Fri and Sat nights (sorry, not 100% sure of the exact hours). If it is your first time, ask them for a sample of the spirit by itself first. Always better to know what it is that you are having in your cocktail. After you have sampled the spirit take a look up at the giant drink board on the wall. Pick the cocktail that you want and sit back and enjoy. They have events some weekends and it can get pretty packed. Most weekends are low key. If it isn't busy talk to the bartender about the spirit, they will give you a full rundown on the spirit, the history, the uses, etc... Make sure you take advantage of a tour if they have one, why not see how they make it and learn a little bit about the process? Don't forget to grab your bottle to take home before you head out.

I wrote this review in caps because my ears are still ringing from the summer ice cream and cocktail social last night. But Yelp automatically lowered case everything, sigh. A group of us came here sat night to hang out and trying some ice cream The mix drinks are good, my favorite is the Pimm's cup and NY sour The ice cream social is a pretty happening party, we had a lot of fun trying different rakia based ice cream and sorbet The only thing is the music was way too loud (i know, i'm old), and since the front patio is the only place we found seating, the speakers were right infront of our ears, we had to yell at each other. Overall, I would wear ear plugs or get there super early to to find a place that isn't in front of speakers for those events.

Great outdoor atmosphere, very chill and not too loud. This is my first time here and I am inpressed, will be coming back.

As a Chef, I greatly appreciate the art and Chemistry of Mixology. However, the smooth taste of Dorcol's small batch Brandy, along with the showmanship and flavourful pairings makes this place living art. If you don't know where you are going in South Town, you may pass the building. You may find yourself walking in to the familiar sounds of REM, Morrissey, The Cure and confused by the small bar set up in front. Make no mistake, this place is not filled with your cheap $19.99 bottle of clear liquid courage you guzzle to get your ass on the dance floor. This is a quality product that must be enjoyed as such. My favorites are the Day and Night, and French 75. Day and Night is a mix of a Thai chili strawberry i fused spirit with raspberry and ginger beer. When you drink this it is icy and refreshing, but as you tip your hat to the bartender you feel the slow burn of the chili. It is not only tasty and addictive but also sensational. The French 75 is a classic. I don't know what it feels like to be hit by a French 75mm gun....but if thats what they thought when this drink was originally made...i get it. The citrus notes pack a powerful puckering punch and the sparkling pearls of champagne efferves your taste buds to enjoyment. The Rakia adds to the smoothness and allows for a delivery of crisp satisfaction. I am grateful these guys are still going strong. They are awesome and friendly and never lacking creativity. Get in your car and drive down to have a drink. You can pick up your own bottle to take home also. See ya there.

Yes, this is as good as it gets, Yelp. Pretty stiff drinks and pretty stellar service. When you mixed good business with the best colleagues and great drinks, you would think you had the best time in San Antonio out of all the deplorable experiences here so far.

Come as you are!! Amazing cocktails from their home Distilled Rakia. Great drinks and great beer brewed on site. Most Underrated local spot!

Great chill spot! Dj plays a variety of music. Drinks are amazing! I am absolutely in love with the Apricot Daiquiri. Very high in one of my all time favorite drinks. It appears they are coming out with brews highly recommend the IPA. If you like Hops you must try.

Stumbled upon this bar/distillery on a "second Saturday". For those who don't know, the second Saturday of every month is a large art walk event in Southtown. Dorcol seems to take part in the event and opens its doors to a lot of different art vendors, making for a really great scene. But more importantly, I really love the vibe and drinks at Dorcol! They specialize in Apricot flavored brandy (their Rakia) which is used in all of their cocktails. I personally ordered the Pimm's Cup, but I got to try sips of the Apricot Daiquiri, Bee's Knees, Paper Plane, and the Porter. And wow, every one of those drinks is absolutely delicious! The apricot flavoring really makes for such unique cocktails! My favorite drink was definitely the Apricot Daiquiri, which I'll need to go back to order. Their porter is also delicious and probably one of the best made in Texas. Overall, great place and atmosphere, and I will definitely need to be back!

What a delightfully confounding establishment! As a bar, it is on the surface quite limited -- beer and apricot brandy, sounds like they have something for both grandpa *and* grandma. And yet, the joint's crowded with young and pretty people, and everyone's having a friendly time, comparing drinks, oh, you have to try this! That's because the beer is brewed-on-premises deliciousness, a wide variety from Kolsch to Dopplebock, and the brandy is not only distilled right there as well, it is expertly mixed into a giddy and dizzying array of cocktails. There's sophisticated Manhattans and fru-fru Daiquiris and everything in between. I had to go out and buy a bottle of the stuff (Kinsman Rakia) to experiment on my own cocktails with. Because they make their own product, their stylishly designed lounge and courtyard isn't open all the time. But check in with them and drop by when they are. Well worth it!

Went to this place for some drinks with friends and I loved this place! It had great live music and everyone was so nice. The drinks were delicious and the bartenders very knowledgeable about drinks . This place has a cool vibe and it's great specially for these chilly nights

Love this little hole in the wall. Having the Italian Margarita with Rakia! Second time here, both times with bands playing out front on the patio... Maybe the band stopes playing when the trains goes by, or maybe they don't. Depends on the day... And band. Cheers -

My favorite place in San Antonio. They serve the best cocktails and is great place to hangout with friends. Most importantly, they have great customer service and are very friendly.

I don't know what Dorcol means, but I have been lucky enough to learn about rakia well before my trip here. Back in Novi Sad, Serbia and all around Croatia, rakia is a brandy-like spirit that often comes in a variety of flavors. The most common ones were usually herbal in flavor, but the most satisfying ones I found tended to be laced with honey. In any event, it's an uncommon spirit and certainly not one you will find frequently in the States. Enter Dorcol. All of Dorcol's cocktails have rakia added to them. In some cases, it takes the place of more common liquors as when it is the substitute for bourbon in the brandy crusta or can be an additive like the rakia Pimm's Cup. Still, perhaps the best cocktails I tried at Dorcol masked the rakia altogether. I'd come back here specifically for the Waffle (all sorts of egg and maple syrup in a thick, sweet cocktail) and the Strawberry cocktail (tasted almost like strawberry cake). Again, I understand that some cocktail drinkers become visibly angry at the very thought of consuming alcohol where the additions carry the flavor profile, but if you can get over your traditionalist leanings and lack of appreciation for sweet things, Dorcol is certainly worth a look.

I give the innovative drinks 10 stars Kudos for being not just a great place for Rakia but for being a part of the community, arts scene & fundraisers just the best neighbors on the block & a wonderful family tradition

A fun and eclectic location by the train tracks, there is something new going on their weekly. Add a couple amazing mixologists creating away and your sure to have fun with drinks and friends! Check it out and you won't regret it.