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 Brew Who, explore their spirits and buy direct from the maker.
178 distilleries found
Glen Scotia distillery
Discover Glen Scotia, founded in 1832, one of the few single malt scotch distilleries left in Campbeltown, Scotland's smallest whisky region.
Glenallachie distillery
Welcome to The GlenAllachie Distillery. A privately owned Speyside distillery, establish in 1967 and located near Aberlour.
Glendronach distillery
Nestled in the Valley of Forgue in the majestic Scottish Highlands, The Glendronach Distillery has been dedicated to crafting fine Single Malts since 1826.
Glenfarclas distillery
One of the last great independent family distilleries in Scotland — the Grant family has produced sherry-matured Speyside single malt at Glenfarclas since 1865.
Glenfiddich Distillery
Visit one of the last family-owned Distilleries. Take an expert Glenfiddich tour of the distillery & understand, taste & enjoy single malt Scotch whisky.
Glenglassaugh distillery
Revived coastal Highland distillery at Portsoy since 2008 — maritime, fruity single malts including Revival and Evolution.
Glengoyne distillery
Unpeated Highland single malt just north of Glasgow since 1833 — Glengoyne matures entirely in sherry casks for rich, fruit-forward whisky.
Glentarras
Professional bottling, blending, and white label services for whisky businesses. Crafted in Scotland, bottled for the world.
Glenturret distillery
Scotland's oldest working distillery near Crieff since 1763 — Glenturret produces Highland single malt and houses a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Gordon & MacPhail
Gordon & MacPhail, the World's Leading Malt Whisky Specialist. An independent family owned & managed firm, bottling Single Malt Whiskies for over 130 years.
Great British Vermouth
Scottish Borders vermouth producer making award-winning British vermouths from locally foraged botanicals — listed in leading UK bars and restaurants.
Griffiths Brothers Distillery
Griffiths Brothers Distillery
Gyre & Gimble
Nestled in the Norfolk countryside we produce award winning Gins inspired by the botanicals around us.
Henley Distillery
The Henley Distillery is housed in an 18th-century barn set in the Henley countryside. Award-winning gin made in 300l copper alembic stills.
Hensol Castle Distillery
Visit our Welsh distillery, visitor experience, gin school & bottling plant, in 17th century Hensol Castle cellars. Wales whisky & vodka
Highland Park distillery
The world's most northerly whisky distillery on Orkney since 1798 — complex, balanced single malts with heather peat smoke and Viking heritage.
Invergordon distillery
Large Cromarty Firth grain whisky distillery since 1959 — Invergordon single grain is celebrated for its smooth, toffee-rich character.
Isle of Bute Distillery
Isle of Bute craft distillery in the Firth of Clyde — small-batch Scottish gins and spirits inspired by the island's maritime landscape.
Isle of Harris Distillery
Welcome to the Social Distillery, home to the award-winning Isle of Harris Gin and the The Hearach single malt whisky.
Isle of Tiree distillery
Made with Kelp & Machair Botanicals from the Inner Hebridean island of Tiree, Tyree Gin is an exciting addition to the ‘Hebridean Gin’ market.
Isle of Wight Distillery
Crafting Fine Spirits Since 2014. Explore our artisanal creations, distilled with passion and dedication, capturing the unique flavours of the island's shores.
J. Gow Rum
Orkney craft rum distillery named after pirate John Gow — Plunder and Pillage spiced rum and Shipwrecker aged expressions since 2016.
Jackton distillery
Welcome to Jackton Distillery, a family run business in the village of Jackton. Learn about us, buy online, book a tour or even stay with us.
Jensen's Gin
Bermondsey Distillery is the home of Jensen's Bermondsey London Dry Gin and Jensen's London-distilled Old Tom Gin.
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 Brew Who to find distilleries near you, check their opening hours and plan a visit.