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
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.
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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REBEL CITY DISTILLERY
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.
TRIPADVISOR REVIEWS
Lucy2024-04-27Fab afternoon out Excellent tour. Lovely background information. Lovely personal touch. Amazing tasting gin. Thoroughly recommend.
Nicki S2024-04-24Gin, Vodka, and Absinthe tastes!Never better than Rebel City Distillery! Thanks be to Bhagya and hubby for the most amazing distillery tour of craft, small batches! Maharani symbolizes revolutionary spirits and figures of female empowerment; the tribute. The botanical flavors of Kerala, India are organically grown by a cooperative, then distilled in Cork, to produce unique gin, vodka, and absinthe.
Kathy2024-04-19Very Enjoyable & Informative We had a great time at the distillery. Loved our hostess, who is one of the co-owners. Her enthusiasm and humor made the talk regarding the process of making their products very informative and enjoyable. Had a great time and would recommend it as top activity for those visiting Cork.Joe Wright2024-04-15Great Experience Fantastic tour in a great setting. Lovely drinks and a great atmosphere. Thoroughly reccommend to anyone going to cork.
ben w2024-04-13A unique tour in a unique historical location for a unique gin. A unique place in cork! The amazing vibe from the building comes from the great artistic and Indian decoration, as well as from the owner herself (who was our guide). The tour is a mix of fun historical quizzes, observation skills and spices discovery. It’s a great activity to do with family and friends. The gin, the absinthe and the vodka are all great and flavourful. No wonder they won some awards!
Jessie02042024-04-13Just go for it!!!! Incredible tour blending Irish and Indian culture but knowledge of the gin, vodka and absinthe as well Really fun and friendly Wonderful smiling guide and warm atmosphere I'll be going back for the cocktail class for sure! I recommande it 100%!! Thanks again for this incredible experience!
Mac S2024-04-13A great experience It was a lovely tour. Learning the story of the building and how the decision of opening the distillery came about gave a feeling of familiarity.
dmack19842024-04-10Great time, great tasting Excellent little tour and a real hidden gem in Cork. I'm always keen to find something new whenever I come home and this tour is right up there with the best of them so far. Bhagya was a great storyteller and we hugely enjoyed learning about their inspirations for creating all their spirits and the importance of blending both their backgrounds to create something uniquely Cork. Tastes pretty good too! Definitely recommending to anyone who's travelling to Cork!
Finola C2024-04-08Incredible! Will 1000% be back! I did a cocktail making class as part of my hen and I couldn’t recommend it more! The building is beautiful, the hosts were so fun and energetic (especially Bhagya) I loved absolutely every second!
Karen H2024-04-07Definitely worth a visit.. Really enjoyed the tour and informative talk. It was very informal and the tour guide(also part owner of the distillery) spoke with passion and knowledge about Cork and the distillery, by explaining the history of both. The tasting session was very good and I left knowing a lot more about Gin and its origins. Would definitely recommend a visit.
GOOGLE REVIEWS
Arrate Rojas Sarasketa2024-04-30El producto es increíble: una ginebra de excepción, un vodka 100% local y una absenta indescriptible. La absenta nos sorprendió tanto que nos llevamos unos cuantos botes de vuelta a España para dar de probar a la familia y a las amistades (también nos llevamos ginebra). La mejor que hemos probado nunca, sin duda. La visita guiada es muy recomendable y necesaria para conocer en profundidad la producción y la historia de la destilería. Cuando conoces a Baghya y a todo el equipo no solo te enamoras de lo que producen, adoras también la historia que hay detrás. El buen trabajo, la responsabilidad y el compromiso se notan y mucho. Es un gran proyecto del que disfrutar y disfrutar con otros. Visita IMPRESCINDIBLE cuando estás en Cork y con mucho vínculo con lo local también (no voy a hacer spoiler... ¡Ve y pruébalo).
clara marcolli2024-04-29I have visited the Cork Rebel City Distillery many times and every time the experience is very enjoyable. Be it for a distillery tour, spirits tasting, cocktail competition, there is always something fun going on. TheirMaharani gin is amazing and the owner Bhagya is great at story telling and has a great energy, she will make you feel welcome.
Mike Estevez2024-04-27Literally the best host and experience! The energy was great and highly recommend it to anyone that wants to have a great time and enjoys new experiences! Thanks for everything! -Mailo
Cameron Piechota2024-04-27Bhagya put on a great tour and it was nice to have a truly delicious gin. Will definitely be looking up Maharani gin and other rebel city distillery products in the future.
Manuela MM2024-04-27We took part in the combo tour (visit + cocktail class), it was one of the best experiences we had in Cork! The gin is exceptionally good but the real surprise was Bhagya, she was a charismatic host, she made us passionate about this story of rebellion, women and gin! I highly recommend this experience
Athira P.H2024-04-27Wonderful experience at the Friday Master Cocktail Class. A good start to the weekend. The gin, vodka, and absinthe were all delicious. Walkable distance from cork city. Will recommend to all....
Theresa Terry2024-04-26My sister and me visited Rebel City Distillery during our Holidays. We were very lucky and had a Tour just for ourselves. We Had a fabulous time with Bhagya and a good chat. She told us a lot about the History of the distillery and it all works. All spirits were really good but we absolutely Loved the Gin. Thank you for the great experience.
Guido Bouman2024-04-26This is not your average distillery. The rebel spirit can really be felt here. We were super kindly treated, and the tastes were something special to experience. The building itself is already worth a visit. Lots of history and authentic details from its previous purposes still remain today. On top of that the distillery has cleverly added details and art to that. Make sure to go here, if you have the chance.
Nora Fitzgerald2024-04-21My daughters hen group went to the distillery yesterday. What an enjoyable afternoon we had. Our hostess could not do enough for us. She gave us a very informative talk on the history of the place, how the company started and the making of the gin. We are all now experts on gin and making cocktails 🍸 and tasting them. Everybody went home very very happy. Would highly recommend this distillery for an event.
Anne Fitzgerald2024-04-21We did the distillery tour and cocktail making class yesterday for a hen and it was honestly a great experience. The music and vibes were great. We got so many drinks and definitely got value for our money and had a great evening. I'd highly recommend
