Our Attitude
Here at Stillgarden we make modern Irish spirits for the modern spirit drinker.
Based in the buzzing area of Dublin 8 we are passionate spirit lovers who are facing forward not backwards.
Enjoying spirits should be more modern, more fun and more vibrant with more flavours and more positive impacts on the planet & people. We call this pro-social disruption (or modern craft)
We make modern Irish spirits using as many fresh, local & sustainably grown botanicals as we can and capture those amazing flavours through some very cool science.
Our spirits aren’t just focused on high ABV but have a range of alcohol to allow you to match the drink to the mood & occasion.
And we make our spirits in a way that has positive impacts on the planet, communities and people around …always.
OUR FOUNDERS
Viki baird
Viki has been a boss lady for three decades! A woman after our own hearts. She has led teams that have yielded inspiring results.
Her main priority at Stillgarden Distillery is to ensure you are treated to the finest spirits and libations available and that you are offered the best independent distillery experiences.
PAT O’BRIEN
Pat is a passionate creator, dedicated to crafting the highest quality spirits possible. His love of distilling runs deep; he’s credited with bringing the first independent whiskey still back to Dublin.
He’s an investor in the neighbouring Rascals brewery, too, and didn’t he build the Stillgarden distillery by hand!
our community
D8 Rebate
Reducing our packaging imprint is a key part of our sustainability journey, which is why we are making it easy and worthwhile to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. Take part in the D8 Rebate and join us in doing what’s possible for the greater good of ourselves, our communities and our planet all year long!
As part of the D8 Rebate campaign, local residents can now return a Stillgarden glass bottle with a stopper to our Distillery Shop to get €2 off your purchase. For those living further afield, you can return 10 empty pouches by prepaid post or drop them off at the distillery to receive 1 free 500ml pouch.
All Ireland - Pollinator Plan
Stillgarden Distillery is committed to the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan, an initiative to protect our pollinators and the vital role they have in Ireland’s ecosystem. We have dedicated sections of our garden that are maintained to go a little more “wild” to encourage a diverse range of pollinators. This past year we have been visited by many damselflies, hoverflies, butterflies, moths, carder bees, honeybees, mason bees and bumblebees, with hopefully more to come. This initiative helps keep our botanicals thriving, as well as rejuvenating the natural biodiversity of the landscape.
DESTINATION DUBLIN 8
Dublin 8 offers a rich blend of history, culture, and modern experiences. Explore IMMA, the Irish Museum of Modern Art, and Rascals HQ for food and drink. Enjoy scenic walks along the Grand Canal or the grounds of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham. With cosy hotels, lively pubs, artisanal shops, and bustling markets, Dublin 8 has something for every traveller.
Our Awards
Stillgarden Distillery, renowned for its innovative approach to spirits, has garnered numerous awards celebrating its craftsmanship and dedication to excellence. From its unique botanical creations to its sustainable practices, Stillgarden has earned recognition both locally and internationally, solidifying its reputation as a trailblazer in the world of artisanal distilling. Each accolade reflects the passion and creativity that define the distillery’s mission to push boundaries and redefine the spirit experience.
Tourism Hospitality Award 2025, Best Local Experience Dublin
Irish Whiskey Awards 2024
- Glas 55 – Gold Medal Winner
- Bui 43 – Gold Medal Winner
London Spirit Awards 2024
- Café O’Maro
- Glas 55
- Bui 43
Irish Whiskey Awards 2023
- Café O’Maro – Winner of Other Spirits Category
- Berrissimo – Gold Medal Winner
Irish Quality Food & Drink Awards 2023
- Café O’Maro – Drinks Product of the Year
- Café O’Maro – Gold Medal Winner – Liqueurs, Speciality Spirits & Fortified Wine
London Spirits Awards 2022
- Berrissimo Silver
- Under Pressure Silver
- Give & Take Silver
- Social Gin Bronze
Blas na hÉireann Irish Food Awards 2022
- Berrissimo Silver
Distillery Awards
- Travel Hospitality Awards, Learning Experience of the Year in Dublin. 2024
- Travel Hospitality Awards, Unique Experience of the Year in Dublin. 2022
- Bronze in Bar Awards 2022 Visitor attraction of the year
Garden Awards
- 1st prize Mixed Use South Central Area City Neighbourhoods Competition 2021 & 2022
- 2nd prize Mixed Use Dublin City Neighbourhoods Competition 2022
- Modos Innovation Award 2021, for circular economy business solutions
- Dublin Bus Community Spirit Award – Stillgarden Social Botanists
Other Notable Achievements
- Chamber of Commerce Ireland Sustainable Business Impact Awards.2022, 2023 & 2024 Finalist
- Bord Bia Origin Green Certified
SOCIAL BOTANIST PROJECT
The Social Botanist Project started in the first lockdown when we gave ten out-of-work bartenders botanical grow kits to take home. When they brought them back, we began to populate the garden with plants that had been lovingly grown by our community. Mint and lavender were two of these botanicals that thrived, and thus became two essential ingredients to our flagship Social Gin after a tasting with the Social Botanists, combining science, community and nature.
The Project has since expanded to a broader community of local Inchicoreans, Dubliners, plant-lovers, gin enthusiasts, foragers, botanists, environmental groups, among many other eclectic personalities. Whether you’d just like to get some fresh air and socialise, or to know more about plants and spirits, or even just want to get your hands dirty in some soil, the Social Botanist Project offers social gardening hours, foraging trips, exclusive tastings, seed packs, grow kits, a community who can offer plant advice, and a platform to get to know like-minded individuals who care about the environments and spaces we share together.