We’re thrilled to welcome you to Dunnet Bay Distillery, where you can explore our award-winning spirits and meet our beautifully polished copper stills, Elizabeth and Margaret.
Choose a morning Express Tour for a quick behind-the-scenes glimpse, or take your time with a Premium Tour in the afternoon—complete with tastings and stories. Feeling creative? Join one of our lively Cocktail Workshops and shake things up in style!
Nestled just three miles from Dunnet Head, the northernmost point on mainland Britain, our distillery sits proudly along the iconic North Coast 500 and John O’ Groats to Land’s End routes—making it the perfect stop on your Highland adventure.
Tours & Workshops
Booking is very much advised! Book online or call 01847 851 287 to reserve your place!
30 Minutes
Express Tour
£15 per person
- Ideal for those exploring the North Coast 500 or short on time.
- Available at 10:30am and 11:30am, Monday–Saturday, April 1 – September 30.
- Sample our Original Edition Rock Rose Gin and Holy Grass Vodka.
- Earn 75 loyalty points.
90 Minutes
Premium Tour
£22 per person
- A comprehensive afternoon experience with welcome drinks beside a wood-burning stove in our cosy tasting room.
- Learn the distillery’s history, botanical sourcing, craft distillation, R&D, and bottle finishing.
- Enjoy a guided tasting of three seasonal spirits and take home a goody bag.
- Held at 2pm, Monday–Saturday, April to September; select winter dates (at 11am & 2pm) also available.
- Earn 120 loyalty points
Summer Only
Cocktail Workshops
£30 per person
- Run from June through August for groups or individuals. Enjoy hands-on cocktail-making with our flagship spirits
Seasonal
Special Events
- Looking for something extra memorable? Throughout the year, we host a range of special events that offer unique experiences beyond our regular tours
Group & Bespoke Experiences
We can offer a wide range of bespoke and unique experiences, including:
- Chocolate and Cocktail Making Workshops
- Distilling Courses
- Exclusive Venue Hire for Corporate Events, Private Celebration Parties, and Small Weddings
- Private Tours
- Team Building Activities
The maximum number of people that can participate in our bespoke experiences depends on the activity.
Our Shop
Visit our 5‑Star Visit Scotland Visitor Centre, rated as the “Gin Tourist Destination of the Year 2022” and Green Tourism Gold Award 2023 winner.
Explore bottles of Rock Rose Gin, Holy Grass Vodka, Mapmaker’s Rum, and exclusive limited editions.
Browse locally made gifts—citrus‑shortbread, local prints, upcycled Gin bottle candles, and more.
| Day | Shop Opening | Shop Closing |
|---|---|---|
| Monday – Friday | 10am | 5pm (Apr-Sep) / 4pm (Oct-Mar) |
| Saturday | 10am | 5pm (Apr-Sep) / 4pm (Oct-Mar) |
| Closed over the festive period. |
Important Visitor Information
Yes, all guided tours of our distillery are conducted in English.
Absolutely! Children under 18 are welcome and can join the tour free of charge. However:
- They cannot taste our spirits.
- During the Premium Tour, they are not permitted to sit at the Tasting Table or receive a goody bag.
- Our Cocktail Workshop is strictly for over 18s.
To make the experience fun for younger visitors, we provide a Family Pack featuring our much-loved Miniature Schnauzer, Mr Mackintosh, the Distillery’s Apprentice, to help guide them through the tour.
Bringing children or celebrating a special occasion?
Please email us at tours@rockrosegin.co.uk or call 01847 851 287 to let us know in advance.
We love dogs! Here’s what you need to know:
We have a sheltered lead tether next to the shop and a garden where dogs can enjoy a stretch or a quick walk.
Dogs are welcome in our shop and will be greeted with a box of treats and fresh water.
Dogs are not permitted in the Still House or Tasting Room (so cannot join tours).
Yes! But to support our sustainability efforts, we no longer provide plastic takeaway sample pots.
Please bring your own containers:
Express Tour: 2 x 20ml containers
Premium Tour: 3 x 20ml containers
Yes! If you travel by bus, you’ll receive a 10% discount off your Experience price.
Just book your tour as normal on our website, and present a valid bus ticket (dated the day of your visit) when you arrive to receive your refund.
Yes, our distillery is fully accessible for wheelchair users and visitors with specific access requirements.
You can find detailed directions on our Visit Us page. We’re located just off the iconic North Coast 500, close to Dunnet Head—the most northerly point on mainland Britain.