Rebel City Distillery Tour
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Founder Led Tour . Experience the home of Maharani Gin and Ireland's only Absinthe, Rebel City Distillery, Cork city’s first distillery in 50 years. Just a 15 minute walk from the city centre. Established in 2020, Rebel City is a craft distillery breathing new life into Cork’s historic docklands. Situated in the old Ford Car Factory, a Cork Landmark that has lain dormant for decades, the distillery draws on the innovations of the past to inspire the creations of the future. A fusion of two creative cultures. Maharani Gin, our first release, celebrates our founder’s roots, Cork, Ireland and Kerala, India where husband and wife team, Robert and Bhagya, come from. Maharani means queen and is a tribute to strong women everywhere and a tribute to women’s organic farming co-operative in Kerala, India where botanicals are sourced from . We are also makers of Ireland's only Absinthe .
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Established in 2020, Rebel City is a craft distillery breathing new life into Cork’s historic dockland area overlooking the River Lee. First distillery in Cork city in 50 years and the only distillery in heart of Cork city .Set in the repurposed Ford Car Factory, a Cork Landmark that has lain dormant for decades, the distillery draws on the innovations of the past to inspire the creations of the future. With a Gin and Tonic in hand, enjoy a guided tour of the Rebel City boutique craft distillery. Surrounded by the beautiful aromas of Indian botanicals learn about the process of distillation in this landmark building and finish with a choice of tasting from any Rebel City Distillery Spirit. 1 hour €28 Inclusions: 1 Gin and Tonic Neat gin 10 mls Neat Absinthe 10mls
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(237)
A brilliant experience at Rebel City Distillery. The tour was relaxed, informative and really enjoyable, and Bhagya was so friendly and knowledgeable. The spirits were excellent too. Definitely worth a visit if you're in Cork.
Thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the tour, the spirits and our hospitality, we hope to see you again!
Great tour of the distillery by one of the founders! Our tour was led by Bhagya, wife and co-founder of the company. Bhagya in her own witty ways gave us good insight into the key components, sourcing, and distillery process of their wonderful Maharani Gin, Vodka, and Absinthe. She makes the ingredients of the flavors come alive throughout the tasting of their products. In addition she told us all about the challenges of starting a business while the entire world was forced to shut down. This is a tour you do not want to miss!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for joining us! We’re really glad you enjoyed the tour with Bhagya and that you got to hear the story behind Maharani Spirits and our journey. It means a lot to us that you appreciated both the products and the experience. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
We visited for a tour on Friday, 29th May, 3 friends visiting Cork for the weekend. We had a fantastic time at Rebel City Distillery. The gin tasting experience was really personalised and made so much fun by the host, who was friendly, engaging, and full of energy throughout. It felt much more interactive and personal than a typical distillery tour, and you could really see the passion behind what they do. We had such a great laugh while also learning about the gin-making process and tasting some amazing spirits. Would definitely recommend this experience to anyone visiting Cork — a brilliant way to spend an afternoon. We visited Blackrock Castle restaurant the next day for dinner and Maharani gin was on the menu. We look forward to your gin being available on Tesco in the future.
Thanks for your review, glad to hear that you enjoyed our tour and you found our gin at Blackrock Castle restaurant. Hope to see you again!
We visited for a tour on Friday, 29th May, 3 friends visiting Cork for the weekend. We had a fantastic time at Rebel City Distillery. The gin tasting experience was really personalised and made so much fun by the host, who was friendly, engaging, and full of energy throughout. It felt much more interactive and personal than a typical distillery tour, and you could really see the passion behind what they do. We had such a great laugh while also learning about the gin-making process and tasting some amazing spirits. We visited Blackrock Castle restaurant the next day for dinner and Maharani gin was on the menu, that was so lovely to see after our tour the previous day. We look forward to your gin being available at the popular supermarkets mainly Tesco 😉 (that’s where I tend to shop) in the future. Would definitely recommend this experience to anyone visiting Cork — a brilliant way to spend an afternoon. Thank you Rebel Distillery and good luck for the future!
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are happy to know that you enjoyed the experience. We hope to see you again!
What a fantastic experience. I was so impressed with Rebel City. Their enthusiasm and love for their craft was infectious. The backstory, the set up, remarkable. Bhagya was amazing, she made everyone welcome and her knowledge was superb. Now let’s get to the gin, vodka, and absinthe. Well quite frankly gorgeous. I am an absinthe convert. As we are from the UK with no stored luggage so we couldn’t take the vodka and absinthe with us. However 2 bottles of gin were purchased dutifully at duty free. I will be purchasing more in the future from Amazon. However please can a national start stocking the vodka and absinthe. A campaign is surely required. Thank you for a wonderful experience. Best part of our trip to Cork.
Thanks, this is amazing to read, so glad ye enjoyed the experience and became absinthe converts! really appreciate the support and hope to see the vodka and absinthe in more places soon
Charming host in an unusual atmosphere. Loved the explanations and the spirits. Highly recommend
Thanks, really appreciate it, glad ye enjoyed the atmosphere and spirits!
Super friendly great guidance and good gin
Thanks, really glad you enjoyed the tour and the gin!
Enjoyed every second, Bagia was the best host. Please support this local business
Thank you, hope to see you again!!!
Amazing host that gave us an immersive experience of the entire distillery. The vibe was excellent, thanks for the visit.
Thank you Hektor, please come see us again!!
Lovely cool building, great tour, friendly staff
Thank you, hope to see you again!!
