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Tom’s Town Distilling Co.

Tom’s Town Distilling Co.

  • 1701 Main
    Kansas City, MO
  • Kansas City, MO 64108
  • 816.541.2400
  • toms-town.com
    Tom’s Town Distilling Co.

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    Tom’s Town Distilling Co. draws its name and inspiration from the country’s most polarizing and corrupt political boss, Tom Pendergast. Pendergast had roots in the liquor business as a saloon keeper and as the founder of a wholesale liquor company.

    Under Pendergast’s influence, Kansas City flouted Prohibition. Tom’s irreverence for federal statutes in favor of bare-knuckled local business dealings allowed his town to emerge as the “Paris of the Plains.” Money, jazz, and spirits flowed like water, right out in the open. When a newspaperman asked Pendergast how he justified ignoring Prohibition, he shrugged and said, “The people are thirsty.”

    Visit our bar/restaurant to enjoy delicious small plates and craft cocktails made with Tom’s Town spirits: Pendergast’s Royal Gold Bourbon, Vodka, Gin and Barreled Gin.

    We also offer distillery tours that include a tasting of all three Tom’s Town spirits. Tours last approximately 45 minutes and include a look at the distillation process and a brief overview of Kansas City during Boss Tom’s rule. Visit our website to BOOK A TOUR.

    All Tom’s Town award-winning spirits are available for purchase by the bottle at the distillery or at liquor stores across the states of Missouri and Kansas.

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