Contract Distilling
WHAT IS CONTRACT DISTILLING?
Contract distilling is a service provided by established distilleries to create spirits on behalf of other brands or businesses. This arrangement allows individuals or companies without their own distillation facilities to produce a custom spirit, such as gin, vodka, or whiskey, using the expertise and equipment of a professional distillery.
The process typically involves collaboration between the client and the distillery to develop the desired flavor profile, select ingredients, and determine production quantities. Contract distilling is ideal for businesses looking to launch a new product, expand their range, or experiment with limited-edition spirits without the overhead costs of owning and operating a distillery.
Clients can have varying levels of involvement giving them flexibility which makes contract distilling a popular option for both startups and established brands looking to create unique, high-quality spirits.


What Can Be Distilled?
WE CAN DISTIL YOUR ALCOHOL INTO A SPIRIT
Distillation transforms various fermented beverages into higher-proof spirits by concentrating alcohol and flavours. Wine is traditionally distilled into eau de vie, a clear fruit brandy that captures the essence of the grapes. The process involves heating the wine to separate its alcohol and aromatic compounds from water, resulting in a more refined and potent spirit. Eau de vie can be enjoyed young or aged to develop complex notes.
Similarly, cider can be distilled into apple brandy, also known as Calvados in France. This spirit undergoes a similar distillation process, where the fermented apple cider is heated, and the resulting vapors are condensed into a smooth, rich brandy.
The same principles apply to other alcohols. Beer can be turned into whiskey, and fruit-based fermentations into schnapps or fruit brandies. Distillation allows creative exploration of raw materials, yielding spirits with distinct flavors and character while preserving the essence of their origins.

What if I want to age something?
BARREL AGEING
We can provide you with the opportunity to mature your spirit. We have some limited availability on holding your product for a period of time. Fees do apply for this and no guarantees can be made about the product and how long it might take to mature. However if this is something that you are interested in doing we are always open to having a conversation about this and seeing if it is the right fit for you.
Alternatively, we can also arrange to obtain a barrel for you, which you can take away and age the spirit in your own time. Just book a call with us to discuss your project ideas and we are more than happy to have a no obligation call and suggest some solutions for you. No project is too big or too small for our friendly team.


Case Study
Sherborne Castle Vineyard
Sherborne Castle had a desire for a gin that was truly linked to their estate. They were also looking to make use of some excess estate-produced wine.
We were able to distil their wine, in order to produce a unique base spirit that had a soft elegant sweetness. After producing a beautiful base spirit, we were able to do a recipe development with them and the spirit leant itself to a delicious Old Tom Style gin.
They wanted a very specific style and look to their bottles, moving away from our standard stock option, this square style of bottle also worked very well with the transparent label.
We are able to create whatever look and feel you would like for your finished product. You can start your spirit journey by booking a call with us. Just click on the button below!
