Rebel City Distillery Tour
Overview
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1 hour
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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 .
Additional Info
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
What To Expect
Rebel City Distillery
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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Rebel City Distillery Tour
What‘s Included
Guided tour
1 Gin and Tonic 50mls/ 200mls 2) Neat gin 25 mls 3) Neat Absinthe 25 mls
Meeting points
Rebel City Distillery
Unit P6 Centre Park Road, Marina Commercial Park Cork Ireland
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
235 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic afternoon!
Jancee66,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We 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!
Rebel City Fabulous
palmer006,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What 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.
Must go!!
696rachaelg,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Charming host in an unusual atmosphere. Loved the explanations and the spirits. Highly recommend
small and authentic
wzangerle,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super friendly great guidance and good gin
Definitely worth a visit
Abby P,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Enjoyed every second, Bagia was the best host. Please support this local business
Must visit in cork
Hektor H,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing host that gave us an immersive experience of the entire distillery. The vibe was excellent, thanks for the visit.
Staff trip to distillery
481joshuaw,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely cool building, great tour, friendly staff
Fun and Fusion!
283berniep,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a wonderful experience! The Maharina Gin was fabulous as was the vodka and the abstinseth!!! The host/owner was delightful. She made the tasting fun, informative and on top of that was warm and personal!!! This local distillery is unique located in an old ford car plant with a very fun atmosphere blending Irish and Indian cultures. Just do it!
Must go, 15 mins walk from city, great tasting of Gin, Vodka and Absinthe. Fab host.
lynn k,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely fabulous. A great way to spend 1hr45mins. Bagia was a great host. Fun, happy and so enthusiastic about her and her husband Robert's, new business in distilling, Maharani Gin, Maharani citrus vodka and Absinthe. You are welcomed with a choice of drink above. Then the backstory begins of how Robert and Bagia met, got married and started a new project called Rebel Distillery. The little bar area where it starts is so welcoming. On a wet day, blankets and heaters were given. On a hot day, the huge wall of doors are thrown open to enjoy the weather. The tour continues into the industrial area where the 'alchemy' happens. Then back into the bar area to finish up. I would encourage everyone to purchase a bottle or merchandise so businesses like Rebel Distillery can grow. The spirits are absolutely gorgeous. The gin is special as there is a hint of India that can be tasted. It's totally different to any other gin I've tasted. And the Absinthe?? Just brilliant with some ginger ale. Walk from Cork city (e.g bus station) about 15 mins. There is parking outside, but why drive? When you can't taste their wares! 28 euros well spent.
The Maharini of Cork - 5* tour
DublinDudes,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00On a very miserable, grey February afternoon we visited Rebel Distillery. Getting out of the rain was a plus, but ih my, what awaited us inside was not just a tour of the Rebel City distillery but a brief walk through history, old & modern. One of the owners, Bhagya, is a wonderful host, knowledgeable, informative, affable and welcoming. We tasted their Maharini Gin & MahariniVodka & also their new Absinth, all very lovely. Theirs is a cracking story & wonderfully crafted products, we can only wish them the very best and urge you to do the tour. No need to wait for a rainy afternoon :-)
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