Book Copeland Distillery Experience tickets & discover Northern Ireland’s coastal spirit
Follow the journey from grain to glass on a guided tour of Copeland Distillery, a working craft distillery in the coastal town of Donaghadee, County Down.
- Explore a working distillery housed inside Donaghadee’s restored former Picture House Cinema
- See three bespoke copper stills up close on the production floor
- Learn how Copeland creates its award-winning gin, rum, whiskey and coffee liqueur
- Hear local tales of smugglers, seized contraband, sea battles and remarkable voyages
- Sample a selection of spirits produced at the distillery
- Finish your experience with time to browse Copeland bottles, gifts and merchandise
Go from grain to glass on the Copeland Distillery Experience
- Age restriction: Adults aged 18 and over only
- Tour duration: Approximately 1 hour
- Extra time: Allow around 30 minutes after the tour to shop and enjoy the Visitor Centre
- Location: Copeland Distillery, Manor Street, Donaghadee, County Down BT21 0HF
Hear the stories, see the stills & taste the spirits
Your guide will lead you through the Copeland production process, sharing how the team creates its range of award-winning spirits using carefully selected ingredients and coastal inspiration.
Step onto the production floor and get a closer look at the distillery’s three bespoke copper stills, Betty, Hessie and Pam. You’ll learn about the techniques behind Copeland’s gin, rum, Irish whiskey and coffee liqueur, with plenty of insight into what takes each drink from an idea to the bottle.
The building has a story of its own. Copeland Distillery occupies a restored former picture house dating back to 1915, just a short distance from Donaghadee Harbour. During the tour, you’ll hear how the town’s maritime heritage, the Copeland Islands and tales of smuggling and seafaring have helped shape the distillery and its drinks.
Sip and sample Copeland’s award-winning coastal spirits
No distillery tour would be complete without a taste. Your experience includes samples from Copeland’s spirit portfolio, giving you the chance to discover different flavours while learning about the botanicals, ingredients and processes behind them.
After the guided section of the experience, you’ll have around 30 minutes to spend in the Visitor Centre. Browse bottles and merchandise, enjoy the surroundings and pick out a favourite to take home.
Book Copeland Distillery Experience tickets today and raise a glass to the craft, character and coastal history of Donaghadee.