Independent UK Distilleries
From Scottish single malts to London dry gins and Caribbean-style rums, the UK has a thriving community of craft distilleries. Browse every independent distillery listed on BrewWho, explore their spirits and buy direct from the maker.
111 distilleries found
Bruichladdich Distillery
Fiercely independent Islay single malt distillery revived in 2001, producing Bruichladdich, Port Charlotte and ultra-peated Octomore.
Bunnahabhain Distillery
Discover the famous Bunnahabhain Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Our unpeated whisky comes from our distillery on the Sound of Islay.
Cardhu distillery
Evoke memories of the past with a unique tour of Cardhu distillery. Discover its history, meet the craftspeople and indulge in its exceptional flavours.
Clydesdale Distillery
Glasgow based whisky distillery that provides a complete whisky tasting experience. Book one of our guided tours or visit our whisky shop.
Clynelish Distillery
Experience Clynelish’s history and uncover its story for yourself, including its interwoven relationship with Brora distillery.
Convalmore
Convalmore was a Speyside single malt Scotch whisky distillery, operational from 1893 to 1985, now a 'ghost' distillery.
Crossbill Distilling
Highland gin distillery at Kincraig in the Cairngorms — Crossbill Gin uses only foraged juniper and rosehip for a pure, terroir-driven spirit.
Daftmill distillery
Fife farm distillery since 2005 — Francis Cuthbert distils seasonally from estate barley, releasing only after 12+ years' patient maturation.
Dark Matter Distillers
Spiced Rum, Scotlands first home of Rum, Scottish Rum Pioneers, Golden Rum, Scottish Rum, Aged Rum,
Deanston Distillery
Welcome to Deanston distillery. We aren't your average run of the mill whisky makers, our highland single malt whisky is truly worth tasting and never dull.
Dornoch distillery
Dornoch's first Whisky Distillery producing internationally acclaimed tasty Single Malt Whisky and Thomson Brother's Organic Highland Gin. Seriously good.
Downpour Gin
Scottish craft gin brand inspired by Hebridean rainfall — premium dry gin and flavoured expressions from North Uist Distillery.
Dunnet Bay Distillers
Handcrafted spirits from the Scottish Highlands. Shop Rock Rose Scottish Gin & Holy Grass Vodka. Free UK delivery over £50.
Dunphail distillery
New Speyside craft distillery near Forres founded 2021, reviving the region's distilling heritage with small-batch single malt whisky.
Eden Mill Distillery
Scotland's first combined distillery and brewery on one site in St Andrews, Fife — home of Hop Gin and pioneering Scottish craft spirits since 2012.
Edradour distillery
Scotland's smallest traditional distillery near Pitlochry, Perthshire since 1825 — producing characterful, creamy Highland single malt in tiny weekly batches.
Falkirk distillery
New Lowlands craft distillery in Falkirk, Central Scotland — reviving the town's distilling heritage with small-batch whisky and gin.
Fettercairn distillery
Hand selected casks, from the world's finest bodegas and wineries are expertly curated to create a sumptuous and layered whisky of legendary finesse.
Galloway distillery
New Dumfries & Galloway craft distillery in Newton Stewart since 2020, reviving South West Scotland's distilling heritage with single malt and gin.
Gin Bothy
Scottish craft distillery in Glamis, Angus — award-winning Gunshot Gin and a colourful range of berry, rhubarb and elderflower gins.
Glasgow Distillery
The Glasgow Distillery is one of Scotland’s first licensed distillers. After re-opening in 2014 it became the first Single Malt Whisky Distillery in Glasgow.
Glen Albyn
Explore Glen Albyn whisky, crafted from Loch Ness water at our historic distillery, producing premium single malt scotch whisky since 1846.
Glen Garioch distillery
One of the oldest operating distilleries in Scotland. We specialise in producing precious small batch scotch whisky. Rare and well sought after
Glen Moray distillery
Ready to visit the Glen Moray Distillery?
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a craft distillery?
- A craft distillery is an independently owned, small-batch distillery that produces spirits — such as whisky, gin, rum or vodka — with a focus on quality ingredients and traditional or innovative techniques. Unlike large commercial producers, craft distilleries typically oversee every stage of production themselves.
- Where can I visit a craft distillery in the UK?
- The UK has hundreds of independent craft distilleries open to visitors, from Scottish Highland whisky distilleries to urban gin makers in London, Bristol and Manchester. Browse the full directory on BrewWho to find distilleries near you, check their opening hours and plan a visit.