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.

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.

6 distilleries found

Annandale Distillery

Distillery·Annan, Scotland

Discover Annandale Distillery, where tradition meets exceptional craftsmanship in every cask of finest single malt scotch whisky.

15 drinks listed

Bladnoch distillery

Distillery·Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland

The oldest independently owned scotch whisky distillery. Guided by that irrepressible spirit, our taste-first, Lowland whisky-making carries on.

30 drinks listed

Galloway distillery

Distillery·Newton Stewart, Scotland

New Dumfries & Galloway craft distillery in Newton Stewart since 2020, reviving South West Scotland's distilling heritage with single malt and gin.

7 drinks listed

Glentarras

Distillery·Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland

Professional bottling, blending, and white label services for whisky businesses. Crafted in Scotland, bottled for the world.

0 drinks listed

Langholm Distillery

Distillery·Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland

New Langholm, Dumfriesshire craft distillery since 2019 — reviving town distilling heritage with small-batch Borders gins and maturing single malt.

9 drinks listed

Ninefold Distillery

Distillery·Dumfries, Scotland

Dumfries & Galloway's only rum distillery, making Ninefold Pure Single Rum. Premium Scottish rum at its finest.

9 drinks listed

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.