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.

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

Welsh Wind Distillery

Distillery

Award-winning Welsh distillery on the Ceredigion coast, crafting grain-to-glass whisky, gin, vodka and rum. Distilled by hand in West Wales.

12 drinks listed

Wessex Distillery

Distillery

Explore Wessex Spirits – premium British gin hand crafted in small batches with expertly balanced botanicals and bold, refined character.

30 drinks listed

Wharf Distillery

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Independent craft distillery offering contract distilling, white‑label spirits, recipe development and bottling, alongside our own English whisky and spirits.

20 drinks listed

Wildjac Distillery

Distillery

WELCOME TO WILDJAC Where spirits and sustainability unite. Our passion for eco-conscious craftsmanship shines through every bottle, offering a guilt-free indulgence that won't compromise our planet…

65 drinks listed

Winchester Distillery

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0 drinks listed

Wire Works Whisky

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White Peak Distillery - a craft distillery producing Wire Works Whisky, Shining Cliff Gin and White Peak Rum in Derbyshire.

19 drinks listed

Witchmark Distillery

Distillery

Set in the heart of southwest Wiltshire, the beautiful nine-thousand-acre Fonthill Estate provides the perfect setting to make the finest English whiskies, with the very best ingredients from the c…

5 drinks listed

Wolfburn Distillery

Distillery·Highland, Scotland

Discover Wolfburn, one of Scotland’s most northerly distilleries. Our award-winning Single Malt Scotch whisky is handcrafted with tradition. Book a 5-star distillery tour or shop our collection onl…

95 drinks listed

Wrecking Coast

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Discover Wrecking Coast Distillery's premium Cornish spirits inspired by Cornwall's rugged coastline, all crafted with sustainability in mind.

9 drinks listed

York Gin

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Choose from a range of gold award-winning classic and flavoured Yorkshire gins and beautiful gift sets. Made sustainably in York. Free delivery over £45.

0 drinks listed

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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.