Rebel City Distillery

SPIRITS BOUND BY

A HERITAGE OF CRAFT

A DASH OF EXPERIMENTALISM

– An Irish Distillery

Rebel City is a boutique distillery at the vanguard of a new wave of craftsmanship. A new industry which is finding home & breathing new life into long abandoned factory buildings in Cork’s historic Docklands . The spirits we create here are borne of this rich Leeside heritage ; we source our ingredients from across the globe to celebrate and reflect the unexpected connections and cultural vibrancy that have always been the hallmark of worlds great port cities . Fusing a longstanding heritage of craft with a dash of experimentalism.

OUR STORY

Rebel City Distilery Founders with Absinth

AN IRISH HOME

AN ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT

– A Cork Original

Immerse yourself in the captivating essence of Rebel City Distillery’s spirits, which pay homage to the rich Leeside heritage. With each bottle, we celebrate the diverse and dynamic cultural vibrancy that echoes the spirit of the world’s greatest port cities. Indulge in the magic of our spirits and experience the essence of history and artistry, distilled to perfection.

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LIBERATION OF SPIRIT & SPICE

MAHARANI IRISH GIN

– Our Unique Debut

Discover the enchanting allure of Maharani Irish Gin, a captivating fusion of cultures and flavors that takes you on an unforgettable journey. Crafted in the heart of Cork, Ireland, by the skillful hands of husband and wife team, Robert and Bhagya, this gin is a true celebration of Irish craftsmanship combined with the vibrant essence of Kerala, South India.

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REBEL CITY DISTILLERY SERIES

ABSINTHE

– SMALL BATCH SPIRITS

Unleash your taste buds and embark on a captivating journey of innovation with the Rebel City Distillery Series. This exclusive collection of small-batch spirits is a harmonious fusion of tradition and experimentation, pushing the boundaries of flavor and craftsmanship to new heights.Our inaugural release in the series is an exquisite absinthe, crafted by our master distiller, Robert, who was inspired by a 1860s French recipe.

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VISITOR CENTRE

– IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES

Indulge in a truly immersive and educational experience at Rebel City Distillery’s drink studio in Cork. As you step inside this beautifully renovated Cork City landmark, you’ll be greeted with a warm welcome and a refreshing gin and tonic to kickstart your journey. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the docklands as you delve into the science and art of gin and absinthe distillation. Uncover the secrets behind the craft as our knowledgeable experts guide you through a tasting session, allowing you to fully appreciate the exceptional flavors of our spirits. From Distillery Tours ,cocktail class , Chase the Fairy – Absinthe experience to Tipsy Tea , there is something for everyone.

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TRIPADVISOR REVIEWS

Елена М

2023-09-13

Spirits and passion Owners are so passionate about their product! It's a little distillery, family business, yet very interesting to visit. We were welcomed by the owner and she told us the story of how it all begun, what is the technological process and provided tasting of gin and absent with different complimentary adds. We had a great time and felt like talking to a group of friends. Must visit if in Cork!

Tore T

2023-09-06

Charming & enthusiastic This was fun. Tiny distillery with personality. Met the founders and makers. Enthusiastic presentation of (currently) their gin and absinth. Good tasting (G&T + absinth straight) . Bought a bottle to present for my friends at home. A bit cumbersome to get to (and from) but worth the trip. Taxi needed.

Niamh C

2023-09-04

Fantastic way to spend an evening in Cork City! Absolutely amazing, unique and insightful experience from start to finish, I would definitely recommend you attend the Cocktail Masterclass and Tour at Rebel Distillery, you’ll leave having learned something new and with a smile on your face!

Claudia G

2023-09-02

Brilliant tour overall. Worth the money! Róisín explained Gin and Absinthe manufacturing very well. The complimentary drinks were wonderful.

Alison A

2023-09-01

Tasty and delightful! This tour was fun and informative. Not only were they incredibly detailed on the process of producing gin and absinthe, I received a wonderful history of Cork City as well. Tasty drinks!

Margaret K

2023-09-01

Hidden Gem just off Eyre Square Well this is a hidden gem Fab cocktails Super friendly and enthusiastic staff Gorgeous drinks - very different Really enjoyed this visit Will go back Lots of locally sourced ingredients

Shruthi B

2023-08-28

Sassy Saree party + distillery tour Went to a sassy saree party which included the tour of the distillery and what fun it was! Enjoyed my time learning about the process and spices and meeting new folks. Looking forward to more!

jenny

2023-08-24

A great place to visit We had an excellent visit to the distillery with a long history. A very interesting and informative tour by Rosheen. A great product with a genuine family back story. Well worth a visit when you are in Cork. I recommend this place.

Flyer816052

2023-08-18

Rebel City Gem I was the only person to sign up for my time slot but the tour still went ahead. Roisín gave me the VIP treatment, combining great knowledge of her subject with lots of warmth, enthusiasm and humour. I really enjoyed the whole experience (not to mention the delicious sampling) and although I've lived in Cork all my life I still learned a lot about the history of this part of the city. Roisín was a great ambassador for Rebel City Distillery.

Denis C

2023-08-18

Fantastic, you have to go. This is a must do! We had a fantastic evening at the cocktail masterclass and distillery tour. Its great to see the old Ford building brought back to life in such an amazing way. The storys, history and expertise from Roisín were second to none. Make sure you visit and enjoy!

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Yulia M

2023-09-13

We had a wonderful tour around this cozy and full of passion place. Bhagya is amazing host and she loves what they are doing. The gin is very soft but full of taste. Love how the spices work together to form such a warm and rich taste. That's great to see how such people are passionate about their work and appreciate every detail - starting from taste and even in decorations and keeping the style of the old factory. Must see in Cork and a wonderful gin to taste!

Kieran Hanley

2023-09-13

What an amazing Gin experience. First of all Maharani Gin is amazing. We did the tour and cocktail class. Bhagya was so much fun and engaging. Loved this place and I couldn't recommend a visit more to anyone in the city

Orla Power

2023-09-11

An absolutely fabulous experience - we did the Tipsy Tea for a small hen party. Bhagya is such a beautiful host, she looked after us all so well. We loved learning about the distilling process, and the Maharani gin is just sublime! We were also lucky enough to get a taste of their absinthe which was delightful - unexpectedly! Gorgeous afternoon tea treats to accompany it all. Could not recommend Rebel City Distillery more highly. A magical oasis so close to the city centre.

Simon Wood

2023-09-11

Amazing experience

Aine Hogan

2023-09-10

Everything about the Rebel City Distillery experience is fantastic. From the minute I contacted them about our hen party celebration they were so accommodating and did everything to ensure a brilliant day was planned. Bhagya is the most wonderful host, so fun, lovely and knowledgeable. Nicky and Niamh hosted our cocktail making class and they were great fun and we loved all the cocktails. The whole experience was great craic and our hen and hen party had the best afternoon. The building is so cool, the gin is gorgeous and we couldn’t have asked for a better crew. Thanks for an amazing afternoon. Would recommend to anyone visiting Cork 💙🍸😍

Aisling Hogan

2023-09-08

We had the most amazing afternoon with Bhagya, Niamh and Nicky at the Rebel City Distillery. Thank you SO much for a brill time, we had an absolute ball! Unforgettable fun! X

bex wright

2023-09-08

Absolutely fantastic place. Amazing venue and the staff where so lovely and attentive. Did the distillery tour and cocktail making class and couldn't have felt more welcome. The gin is absolutely amazing

Jonathan Silverman

2023-09-05

Such a lovely intimate experience. A brave decision to set up a brewery. Lovely gin, and welcoming hosting from Bhagya. Thoroughly recommended. Suffice it to say we bought our gin. A must do if you have an hour to spare in Cork.

Claudia George

2023-09-02

Róisín was a brilliant, friendly, energetic guide. We had a beautiful experience and great overview of gin and absinthe making. We got to smell the herbs and spices that go into the gin such as Juniper berries. The complimentary drinks were wonderful and don't worry if you are driving - non-alcoholic versions are also available! Questions about the process were also welcome which was a plus. Overall a very productive evening! Highly recommended if you are curious about Ireland's first absinthe!!