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Kick off Halloween weekend with this deliciously spooky ‘Jack-o'-lantern’ cocktail, made with our Kirkjuvagr Aurora - Winter Spiced Gin. 🎃 Whether you’re planning a cosy night in with friends or h...

Our ever-popular Northwest Passage Gin has returned, but with a special twist! We are pleased to introduce Northwest Passage – Arctic Explorer Gin. With the same recipe you know and love, this spec...

What a year it has been for The Orkney Distillery so far! It has been one of the busiest seasons here The Orkney Distillery, welcoming thousands of new and returning customers to our Visitor Centre...

Ever find yourself yearning for a cocktail that whispers sophistication while still tickling your adventurous spirit? Well, buckle up, because today, we're introducing you to a delightful dance of...

We can’t quite believe that it’s been six years since we opened the doors to The Orkney Distillery and Visitor Centre in Kirkwall. We are incredibly grateful to all of our customers over the years ...

As well as being one of the nation’s favorite tipples, did you know that gin has a notable history of being used as medicine? Gin’s origin can be traced back to the Netherlands in the 13th Century!...

Though you may not know it, bees play an important role here at The Orkney Distillery… In Norse mythology, Beyla was said to be the goddess of bees and fertility, with a strong connection to the ea...

"St Magnus, Earl of Orkney, was a man of extraordinary distinction, tall, with a fine, intelligent look about him. He was a man of strict virtue, successful in war, wise, eloquent, generous and mag...

Whisky News   We have had some exciting movement in the Distillery over the last few weeks. Part of our brand-new whisky set-up was installed in the Distillery... After six years of production, ...