The Obscure Distillery
Get Tickets
The ExperienceThe Distillery

Six Pours.
Three Stories.
Two Hours.

A cocktail tasting in three acts.

Get TicketsPowered by Fever
4.9 ★ (3,000+ reviews)

“ ...a tasting event reminiscent of a Michelin-star meal. ”

NIK J. · GOOGLE review

The Press

“This guided experience in the Arts District embraces a mystical atmosphere year-round with a candlelit, spirit-fueled setting”
“This cult-favorite drinking experience in the Arts District offers a mystical, two-hour guided cocktail tasting built around experimental spirits, storytelling and dark magic vibes”
“50,000 people have come through this experience, and I totally understand why now”
“The Obscure offers a unique and unconventional distillery experience, quietly crafting exceptional spirits that have earned a devoted following.”
“They imagined a realm of fantastical decor and storytelling that would go way beyond the word 'bar'”
“The Obscure distillery utilizes immersive storytelling and its magical atmosphere to transport patrons to a completely different realm.”
“Each cocktail was incredibly unique and unlike anything I’ve ever tasted before”
“They're moving beyond...to a palette of flavors that range far wider — and weirder”
“Mixology bewitches imbibers through experimental spirits and enchanting stories”

A tasting, a story, a place you step into.

What Awaits You

This is not a bar. It’s a guided tasting inside The Obscure, built like a chaptered night out. Choose a Season and follow a six pour progression where story, setting, and live moments unfold around you.

Six Pours

Three spirits. Three cocktails.
One progression.

An Artist in Residence

A live artist. A new piece. Sometimes yours by the end of the night.

A Guided Tasting

A seated, guided cocktail tasting with narrative beats throughout.

Six Pours

Three spirits. Three cocktails.
One progression.

An Artist in Residence

A live artist. A new piece. Sometimes yours by the end of the night.

A Guided Tasting

A seated, guided cocktail tasting with narrative beats throughout.

Simple to book. Easy to follow. Hard to explain.

A Spirited Adventure

Start by choosing a Season. From there, the night runs on a simple rhythm: check in, take your seat, and follow the pours where they lead.

The Story So Far

Three Seasons. Three Ways In.

Choose your path. Claim your seat. Cross the threshold.

SEASON 1

Origins

A secret sanctuary opens. A gin from a Black Death recipe. A brandy made of memory. A rye that questions itself. Six reasons to come out of hiding.

SEASON 2

Evolution

The hidden realm expands. Rum traced to 1519. The first American Chestnut whiskey in a century. A liqueur that changes color in the glass. The threshold opens again.

SEASON 3

Revelation

The wheel turns. A rum smuggled into a revolution. A Scotch from an alternate timeline. A vodka rewriting its category. Taste for adventure has a new flavor.

Arrival & Check-In

Your Entry Into The Obscure

The night starts at the threshold. Arrive a few minutes early, check in with our team, confirm your booking and ID (21+). Your spirit guide will take it from there.

  • Recommended arrival: 15 min early
  • Bring your ID (21+) and ticket
  • ADA entry: assistance available

The Guided Tasting

The Night Unfolds

Three house-distilled spirits. Three original cocktails.
A story you'll be telling for years.

  • Everything included
  • Each Season has its own menu
  • Live elements vary by night

Ready to enter the Obscure?

Book Your Experience Today

Get TicketsPowered by Fever

Reviews

Read what people are saying about The Obscure

An absolutely magical evening. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere transported us to another world.

SARAH M.

The storytelling woven through each drink was unlike anything I have ever experienced. A must-visit.

JAMES L.

Every detail was carefully considered. The live performances between pours made this the most memorable night.

ELENA R.

We came for the cocktails but stayed for the story. A truly immersive experience that stays with you.

DAVID K.

A thoughtful curation of flavor and theatre. Every sip felt like a new chapter — I'll be back soon.

MAYA T.

4.9 ★ (3,000+ REVIEWS)

Before You Enter

No lines. No waiting. No decisions.
Just two hours that belong entirely to you.

Two Hours Inside the Obscure

An evening-long guided tasting. No interruptions.

Limited Seats

Small groups by design.

Dress the Part

All-black attire encouraged.

21+ Only

Guests must be of legal drinking age.

Dining Available

The Rising Sun next door. Open before and after.

Two Hours Inside the Obscure

An evening-long guided tasting. No interruptions.

Limited Seats

Small groups by design.

Dress the Part

All-black attire encouraged.

21+ Only

Guests must be of legal drinking age.

Dining Available

The Rising Sun next door. Open before and after.

Become a Member

LEVEL 1
$10/mo

Access on Member Nights. Tavern Tuesdays at the Midnight Garden, Wednesdays at the Luminarium. Special events and new menus every week. $15 cocktails and $10 off every bottle in the shop.

Bring up to three guests.

Go to Member Portal

Distillery shop

Bring The Obscure Home

Four Thieves Gin

Gin · Season 1

Four Thieves Gin

54.5% ABV · 750ml · Navy-strength

Distilled from a 14th-century recipe. Juniper backs off; clove, cinnamon, eucalyptus, and rosemary take the lead. The depth of whisky, layered through botani...

Shop now $75 Regular Price

Members save $10Join The Obscure Now

Dichotomy Brandy

Brandy · Season 1

Dichotomy Brandy

55% ABV · 750ml · Armagnac-style

Napa cabernet and merlot, column-distilled at high proof, matured on charred oak. Dark chocolate, roasted coffee, campfire. The palate calls it sweet; the bo...

Shop now $75 Regular Price

Members save $10Join The Obscure Now

 Or shop all

Hidden in Plain Sight

Find The Obscure

Tucked inside the LA Arts District, behind a door you’d walk past twice.
The night begins the moment you start looking.

Address

1356 Palmetto St.

Los Angeles, CA 90013

Arts District, Downtown

Get Directions

Arriving

We recommend arriving by rideshare. The spirits are generous. A designated driver is wise.

Parking

Free street parking available. A paid lot sits adjacent to the venue, and a parking structure is one block away at the At Mateo complex.

A note about the Arts District

Studio productions occasionally close nearby streets and lots for filming. Plan accordingly.

Our spirits, elsewhere

Can't make it to the distillery? Find our bottles at bars and shops near you.

FAQS

Common Questions

01

A guided tasting is a seated, immersive experience where a host leads you through six pours paired with live storytelling.

02

"The exact address is shared upon booking confirmation" should just link back to the Address page above it.

03

Season 1 and Season 2 take place entirely indoors. Season 3 takes place both indoors and outdoors.

04

Approximately two hours, from your welcome pour to the final reveal.

05

Yes. We offer accommodations for deaf and hard-of-hearing guests.

06

We provide sensory-focused accommodations. Contact us in advance.

A Glimpse Into
The Obscure