Welcome to North Shore Distillery

You have arrived at the virtual home for the first and only boutique distillery in the Chicago area (and in Illinois). We produce a range of inspired and unique spirits for your enjoyment.

Our small-batch, handmade products are designed for the true spirit connoisseur, using the finest ingredients and the most advanced distillers' techniques. Thanks for visiting - we hope you come back often!

What's New

• Sirène Absinthe Verte is here! Our newest addition to the family has arrived and it is simply incredible.
• We are looking for some part-time help, working from home - details here!
• Latest e-newletter published May 16th with tips on drinking absinthe, as well as announcements of our cocktail pairing dinner series, cocktail classes, and more.
• Did you see the article about Derek in the UIC Alumni Magazine (May/June)?
• Our next Limited Release is coming this summer - we can't wait to share it.

Upcoming Events

Sat, May 17 - In-store tasting at Treasure Island (on Broadway), Chicago - 2 - 6 pm
Come meet Sonja and try some fun springtime cocktails using North Shore Vodka and Distiller's Gin No. 6.

Weds, May 21 - Mixology 101 class at Sam's Wine & Spirits, Highland Park - 6.30 - 8 pm
Join Sonja for a fun introduction to making great drinks at home. We'll go over tools and techniques, as well as the variety of ingredient options. We'll make some great drinks too, giving you some recipes to add to your repetoire for spring and summer! $25 per person, which includes a shaker and muddler to take home. Contact the store for tickets.

Fri, May 23 - In-store tasting at UnCork It, Chicago - 5 - 8 pm
Come see Sonja and try some fun Memorial Day cocktails.

Sat, May 24 - In-store tasting at Sunset Foods, Northbrook - 2 - 4 pm
Join us at this fun tasting event with our friends from Longbranch Bloody Mary Mix. We'll have bloody mary samples, as well as some other Memorial Day cocktail ideas for your first BBQ of the summer.

Thurs, May 29 - Cocktail Pairing Dinner at Vie Restaurant, Western Springs - 6.30 pm
Join us for this small group dinner, where we'll pair a series of cocktails and spirits with a one-night-only menu of cuisine by Vie's acclaimed chef, Paul Virant. Talk with the chef and mixologists about the pairings. Tickets available from Vie directly, 708.246.2082. $110 per person, excluding tax and gratuity.

Visit our complete events section for a complete list of our upcoming events, including cocktail seminars, pairing dinners, grand tasting events and more!