Body piercing shop · El Paso, TX · reviewed since 2022
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%95+55.8Reliability 26%93+24.3Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 95Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.95SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#22 of 49 piercing studiosiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 56%
5.0★★★★★126 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
4.90★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.1%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Whiskeys piercings five stars based on 126 reviews, highlighting the studio's clean environment and affordable pricing. Customers frequently describe the staff as professional, patient, and gentle, noting that they communicate clearly and accommodate various ages, including young children. The quick, painless service and attentive aftercare are common positive themes, while the sole low-star criticism mentions a rude interaction where a customer felt their time was wasted due to a lack of response.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 126 reviews (99% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 126 Google reviews (117 with written comments, 19 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 1% of reviews.
Most recent review: November 9, 2026.
Service: Piercing Studio serving El Paso, Texas.
Data from Google, last updated November 10, 2026.
Score profile vs other piercing studios
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.
Whiskeys piercingsPiercing Studios median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Whiskeys piercings: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
95
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Whiskeys piercings: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
93
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 98.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Whiskeys piercings: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Whiskeys piercings: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 79.–
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Star ratings
126 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars12599%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star11%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 117 written reviews
100%praise
Praise210100%
Complaints10%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price2885%
Reasonable515%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude5526%
Would recommend5526%
Speed & response4019%
Quality & results3718%
Communication189%
Price & value42%
Honesty & trust21%
What customers talk about
We read 117 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“He was gentle and caring, made the process quick, and worked with me to find a time that fit my schedule.”
“We will be back for sure and will recommend to others.”
“Finally, I messaged Arturo about the issue and he saw me right away.”
“Awesome service, got my first piercing here and I’ll be coming here for more!”
“What really stood out was how he explained everything directly to her.”
“My 4 year old wanted her ears pierced and the price was affordable and he made sure to explain to her what was going to happen so she wasn’t caught off guard.”
“We initially stopped by a chain store in the mall just to get a feel for the experience, but honestly, the vibe just wasn’t right.”
People customers mention
Arturo8 reviews
Art3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Whiskeys piercings for 3 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Tiffanie9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Whiskey did a **great** job piercing my baby’s ears! He was gentle and caring, made the process quick, and worked with me to find a time that fit my schedule. He made what felt like a scary experience much less intimidating. I’m very happy with the experience and so pleased with the results!
Great priceEar piercing
Joselyn2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
My back surface dermal was embedded and he took it out fast and easy, and was able to reprieve it the same day! 10/10 wonderful service!
Great priceDermal removal
CandiceLocal Guide · 15 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
My 7 year old got her ears pierced and my 17 year old eye brow pierced for their birthdays. Arturo M was wonderful, patient and keen on details. He talked softly and relatable to my daughter about his own daughter making her feel at ease. He gave her a stuffy to squeeze and even offered her a break in between if she…
Reasonable priceEar piercingService not listed
elizabeth1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
10/10 experience. Great service really professional and clean environment. Would recommend whiskey he is kind and friendly.
Dorymar1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
I had the best time getting a piercing Whiskey is the most patient and reassuring professional. I have a lot of anxiety and he helped me through the pain and guided me when deciding what to get! 100/10 will be getting pierced again hit them up to get you next holes!
Great priceEar piercing
CourtneyLocal Guide · 97 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Had the best experience since I have been getting holes punched in me lol... Joking ... But seriously.... Whiskey was very professional and gentle. The process went well and quick. Ill definitely return
Really rude does not answer says he is in the shop and is not waisted my time.
Response from the owner · a day ago
Good morning. Thank you for your feedback. I would like to clarify the situation, as I take customer service and my business reputation very seriously.
This review was posted around 3:00 a.m., when the shop was closed. I was at the shop until closing on Sunday, and I did not receive any phone calls or messages regarding your concerns.
I sincerely apologize if there was any misunderstanding or inconvenience. However, I would appreciate the opportunity to understand what happened. Please feel free to contact me directly so we can clarify the situation professionally.
Thank you for your feedback.
– Whiskeys Piercings
Troy1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Troy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Whiskey did a **great** job piercing my baby’s ears! He was gentle and caring, made the process quick, and worked with me to find a time that fit my schedule. He made what felt like a scary experience much less intimidating. I’m very happy with the experience and so pleased with the results!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Ear piercing
Alexis Perez11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Alexis has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I got my ear lobes pierced in August. Great experience, attention to detail.
Then about 2-3 days in, my left ear was impacted.
It hurt, but no big deal, I kept cleaning. Except as time went on, the pain would persist in waves. Then my ear began to crust. That was fine, kept cleaning. But every time I'd gently clean the area and the crust would come off, it looked as though a layer of my skin was coming off too (think of constantly picking a scab and how the skin appears exposed). Eventually, it began to ooze.
Finally, I messaged Arturo about the issue and he saw me right away.
My ear looked so bad. The earring looked like a wreck.
He took care of the issue with care.
It has been a few weeks since the care, and my ears have been healing very well. I opted not to keep the old pair of earrings (it was disgusting).
Anyhow, excellent first time experience, and excellent repair experience.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Ear piercing
Joselyn Cordero2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Joselyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Huge shout-out to Whiskey’s Piercings!
Our 5-year-old daughter decided she wanted to be a big, brave girl and get her ears pierced. We initially stopped by a chain store in the mall just to get a feel for the experience, but honestly, the vibe just wasn’t right.
We’re SO glad we decided to go to Whiskey’s instead. From the moment we walked in, he was incredibly professional and welcoming with us as parents, but even more importantly, he was amazing with our daughter. He made sure she was comfortable, relaxed, and genuinely happy and confident about her decision.
What really stood out was how he explained everything directly to her. He told her what he was going to do and what she might feel, but explained it in a way that didn’t create fear or anxiety. Instead, he made her feel brave, encouraged, and proud of herself.
She walked out feeling like a BIG KID, and that’s something we’ll never forget. Huge shout-out to Whiskey’s Piercings for making such a big moment so positive and memorable. We couldn’t be happier with the experience!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Ear piercing
Candice JohnsonLocal Guide · 15 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Candice has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My 7 year old got her ears pierced and my 17 year old eye brow pierced for their birthdays. Arturo M was wonderful, patient and keen on details. He talked softly and relatable to my daughter about his own daughter making her feel at ease. He gave her a stuffy to squeeze and even offered her a break in between if she needed. It was the best experience in a long time. We will be back for sure and will recommend to others. 💛
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Ear piercing, Service not listed
elizabeth1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews elizabeth has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had the best time getting a piercing Whiskey is the most patient and reassuring professional. I have a lot of anxiety and he helped me through the pain and guided me when deciding what to get! 100/10 will be getting pierced again hit them up to get you next holes!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Ear piercing
Emery Concha9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Emery has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.