Our Gin
Our Irish artisanal gin is distilled in small batches and hand-finished at our distillery in Cahersiveen, County Kerry. Every bottle reflects the landscape of the Skellig Coast, using carefully chosen local botanicals that capture the flavour and character of our home.
The Skellig Coast offers a rich and varied natural landscape, from woodland to Atlantic shoreline. This diversity allows us to work with a wide range of local botanical ingredients.
Through collaboration with sea foragers, land foragers, chefs and fishermen, we embarked on a journey of discovery to develop a gin rooted in place. During the early stages of development, we partnered with Michelin-starred Irish chef Ross Lewis to create a flavour profile designed to pair naturally with food.
Harvested sustainably from the clear Atlantic waters of Derrynane, County Kerry, dillisk is a native Irish seaweed rich in natural minerals and nutrients. It brings a subtle coastal salinity to the gin.
Yarrow adds a bittersweet finish with light citrus and anise notes. Traditionally in Kerry, yarrow was associated with protection for travellers and was considered a symbol of good luck on long journeys.
Douglas fir needles contribute fresh citrus notes, including hints of pink grapefruit, creating a clean and herbaceous finish. Historically, Douglas fir timber was used locally in boat building, supporting fishing and coastal travel.
Birch trees produce a naturally caramel-like sap, which we infuse into our gin. This adds a mild sweetness and a soft mineral character to the finish.
Juniper berries are the defining ingredient in gin. They provide the classic pine, resin and gentle bitterness that form the backbone of our flavour profile.
Creating our gin has been a hands-on, collaborative process from the beginning.
We work closely with local farmers and foragers, exploring the woodlands and coastline to understand what our landscape has to offer. Our Irish dillisk is supplied by local sea-foraging experts John and Kerryann Fitzgerald, who harvest sustainably from the beaches of Derrynane.
We also worked with Paul Quinn of Nádúr Collective, whose deep knowledge of foraging helped us experience the land in a new way. Together, these collaborations shaped a gin that truly reflects the place we call home.
Our signature serve is a simple classic that allows the gin to shine.
Skellig Six18 Gin, tonic water, ice, and a slice of grapefruit bring out the crisp, fresh botanicals and deliver a bright citrus finish.
Supporting creativity and local culture is central to Skellig Six18.
Our award-winning gin label features original artwork titled “Headland”, created by Irish artist Cormac O’Leary. The original painting is on display at our distillery and visitor experience.
Every bottle of gin and whiskey is labelled by hand by local people, providing meaningful employment in a remote part of the country and reinforcing our connection to community and craft.
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