The Boatyard Distillery

We’re delighted to share that Boatyard Distillery has received the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award for the fifth consecutive year, placing us once again in the top 10% of attractions worldwide. This recognition reflects the hard work of our team and the care we put into every guest experience from the welcome at the door to the final drop in the glass. It also highlights the growing reputation of Fermanagh as a destination for high-quality, authentic experiences. To our incredible visitors and partners: thank you for your support, your kind reviews, and for helping us share what makes this place and our spirits so special.

Join us at the Irish Drinks Forum 2025 this September, where our founder Joe McGirr will speak about the evolution of Irish gin and Boatyard’s path to B-Corp certification. A proud moment to reflect on the values behind our spirits and what it means to build resilience in our industry. See you there!

This year we debut in the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation Festival in New Orleans, this is the global cocktail festival, and it has always been a goal for us to be a part of it. Now with our product available in Louisiana we are taking part in an exciting initiative called the Irish House alongside our friends at bar1661 The Irish House is the largest single event gathering of Irish bars and Irish spirit brands, running at the world’s largest cocktail and spirits festival. A first of its kind, it will showcase the best of Irish drinks, hospitality and culture all under one roof on a unique world stage. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, just steps away from the TOTC conference center, the Irish House will take place at an authentic New Orleans bar. #BoatyardDistillery #FromFermanaghToTheWorld #TalesOfTheCocktail #IrishHouse2024 #ModernIrishSpirits

Surrounded by Lough Erne’s natural beauty, we’re reminded daily why sustainability matters This Plastic-Free July, we invite you to waste less, drink better Refill any 70cl bottle at the distillery. All online orders ship in plastic-free Flexi-Hex. Reuse our gin planter to grow your own herbs We’re making the big changes to help you make the right choices #BoatyardDistillery #PlasticFreeJuly #DrinkBetter

Gold, just in time for our summer. We’re thrilled to share that Boatyard Double Gin has been awarded Gold by the @theiwsc, one of the world’s most respected spirits communities. Judges praised its “delightful nose of violet and floral juniper” It’s a true reflection of our commitment to quality, craft, and that unmistakable Fermanagh spirit. Here’s to raising a glass, or a perfectly stirred martini, to a gold standard summer in Fermanagh ahead. #BoatyardDistillery #DoubleGin #IWSC

“The world didn’t need another gin. But I believed we had something truly special.” - Joe McGirr On World Gin Day, we celebrate what set our course. From day one, gin wasn’t just a product, it was the reason. Inspired by creativity, guided by precision, and crafted with Martinis in mind, Boatyard Double Gin was born from a purist’s vision and 53 iterations of what gin could be. Here’s to the spirit that started it all and to doing things the long way, the right way.

Our Double Gin is made with our mix of eight botanicals, 86% of which are juniper. The “double” refers to our distillation method: juniper at both the start and the finish, for a clean, bold flavour that holds its own in a Martini, or any gin cocktail. Smooth, honest, and quietly confident. Award-winning, too, but we’re most proud of our process and the drinks it can make. #BoatyardDoubleGin #OrganicIrishGin #CraftedInFermanagh

Cheers to a Legend. This month we raise a glass to Stanley, our Distillery Host, who is celebrating an incredible 6-years anniversary with us! From day one, Stanley has embodied everything Boatyard stands for: passion, authenticity, and an unwavering dedication to people. He guides guests through the rich history of our distillery and brings the spirit of our story to life, doing it all with heart, humour, and a twinkle in his eye. Thanks to him, we have glowing TripAdvisor reviews. He's become a guest favourite and a true local ambassador. But beyond the 5-star ratings, it's his ability to make everyone feel welcome and to make a visit unforgettable, that truly sets him apart. From all of us here in the distillery, and from the thousands of visitors he’s welcomed over the years: thank you, Stanley for everything. #WorkAnniversary #DistilleryLife #BrandAmbassador #StorytellerInChief #CheersToYou

Welcome to the team Kate Lynch. Kate has joined Boatyard in a key leadership role as Head of Operations. Coming from an extensive experience in manufacturing Kate is a huge asset for Boatyard and will oversee our growth. Kate’s journey began at a local hero company, Encirc Glass. This is a company our founder Joe has always looked up to so to gain someone from that experience is perfect for us. Outside of work keep your eye out for Kate and she and her family love travelling the breadth and length of Ireland in their camper van.

On #WorldCocktailDay, we’re delighted to see the Boatyard spirits poured in venues we truly admire. That’s why we’re proud to see Boatyard Double Gin and Boatyard Vodka at the heart of so many martinis being served in some of our favorite venues. To every bar, bartender and team that continues to choose Boatyard, thank you for making our spirit part of your craft.