This National Historic Place was constructed in 1906, and played an important role in the development of Carson Valley. Its original owner, the Minden Flour Milling Company, was instrumental bringing the railroads to Minden, and helped spur the growth of electric power to the area. By the 1920s, the mill had become one of the largest in the state, processing 100 barrels of flour a day as well as chicken and cattle feed. It shuttered its doors in the 1960s and changed ownership several times until being purchased by the Bently family.

The building’s concrete foundation was a novelty of the time, and the its architecture represents the industry’s transition from European influences to modern American design.

By the 1920s, the mill had become one of the largest in the state, processing 100 barrels of flour a day as well as chicken and cattle feed. It shuttered its doors in the 1960s and changed ownership several times until being purchased by the Bently family.

The Bently Heritage tasting room is a special place for people to enjoy and be educated not only on Bently Heritage, but distilling in general. Here, visitors can experience tours, tastings, or besppoke cocktails that are only available at our distillery.

While you enjoy your drink at the tasting bar, expansive views are seen throughout. Whether you’re looking at the Eastern slipe of the Sierra, or catching a glimpse of the distillers in our single malt production area, your experience is sure to be nothing short of world-class.

Hours of Operation

Thursday
10 am - 9 pm
Friday
10 am - 10 pm
Saturday
10 am - 10 pm
Sunday
10 am - 9 pm

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