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.
189 distilleries found
8 Doors Distillery
At 8 Doors Distillery we’re embarking on the journey to make whisky history in John O’Groats. A truly bespoke whisky, made to measure.
Aber Falls Distillery
North Wales' first whisky distillery in a century, founded 2017 near Aber Falls — crafting PGI Single Malt Welsh Whisky, gins and liqueurs.
Aberargie distillery
In 2017, we started distilling a new single malt in Aberargie, Perthshire. Our lowlands distillery is barley to bottle with barley grown on our own farm.
Aberfeldy Distillery
Home of Dewar's Scotch since 1898, Aberfeldy Distillery sits in the heart of the Scottish Highlands.
Aberlour distillery
Speyside classic distillery since 1879, renowned for double-cask matured sherried single malts on the River Spey.
Abhainn Dearg distillery
Scotland's most westerly distillery, hand-built on the Isle of Lewis producing the first Outer Hebrides single malt.
Ad Gefrin Distillery
Join us as we unfurl our world-class visitor experience and whisky distillery in Wooler. Discover how you can be part of the journey.
Adelphi Selection
Discover Adelphi Selection - Scotland's most acclaimed bottler of Rare Single Cask & Limited Edition Single Malt Whisky, Fusion Whisky & Spirits.
Allt-A-Bhainne
Ecosse: whisky et distilleries. Histoire, fabrication, art de boire, forum
Anglesey Distillery
Discover premium craft spirits from Anglesey Mon Distillery, rooted in the land and water of Pentraeth, offering whisky, gin, and rum made from scratch on-site.
Annandale Distillery
Discover Annandale Distillery, where tradition meets exceptional craftsmanship in every cask of finest single malt scotch whisky.
Anno Distillers
Multi-award-winning Kent distillery run by two scientists, crafting small-batch gins with local botanicals including Kentish hops.
Arbikie distillery
Scotland's leading field-to-bottle distillery on the Angus coast, sustainably producing gin, vodka and whisky on one estate.
Ardbeg
Iconic Islay single malt distillery producing intensely peated, complex whiskies on Scotland's rugged southern shores.
Ardgowan distillery
Discover Ardgowan's award-winning Clydebuilt Scotch whisky brand, the Infinity Casks, and whisky maker Laura Davies. Visit the site in Inverkip.
Ardmore distillery
Highland single malt distillery established in 1898, producing a lightly peated spirit for Teacher's blends and beyond.
Ardnahoe Distillery
Islay's ninth distillery, opened 2019 by Hunter Laing & Company — a 100% family-owned single malt producer with Scotland's longest lyne arms.
Ardnamurchan Distillery
One of Scotland's most remote distilleries, crafting Highland single malt on the wild Ardnamurchan peninsula since 2014.
Arran distillery
Pioneering Isle of Arran single malt distillery, producing a diverse range of whiskies — from unpeated to heavily peated — since 1995.
Asterley Bros.
English Vermouth, Amaro & Aperitivo Cocktails. Handmade with integrity in South London.
Auchentoshan distillery
Glasgow's triple-distilled Lowland single malt, famous for its exceptionally smooth, approachable character and modern aesthetic.
Auchtermuchty
Historic Fife distillery site founded 1829 by Alexander Bonthrone; the Stratheden Distillery closed in 1926 — a celebrated piece of Scottish whisky heritage.
Balblair distillery
One of Scotland's oldest distilleries (est. 1790), crafting patient, vintage-dated Highland single malts with a rich, fruit-driven character.
Ballindalloch distillery
Rare 100% estate-grown Speyside single malt — all barley grown, malted and distilled on the Ballindalloch Estate since 2014.
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.