Welcome to North Shore Distillery

You have arrived at the virtual home for the first boutique distillery in the Chicago area (and in Illinois). Since 2005, we've been producing a range of inspired and unique spirits for your enjoyment.

Our award winning, 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

  • Latest newsletter is hot off the presses on August 27th with Labor Day cocktails, distillery updates (including the release of our products in Wisconsin!) and more.
  • We're heading north to the great state of Wisconsin. After many calls and inquiries, we've decided to introduce our spirits to our friends up north. Starting September 1st, start watching and asking for them!
  • Our new limited release, Corpse Reviver (aka CR2) is going fast! Read up on what the Chicago Tribune had to say, or find details and a list of where to get it here - there are still a few bottles out there. You can read more about it on the Tasting Table, or read what Time Out said about it, and what Ed Brill wrote about it on TribLocal.

Upcoming Events

Fri, Sept 3 - Distiller's Tasting at Binny's Beverage Depot in Chicago (Grand Ave) from 4 to 7

Sat, Sept 4 - In-Store Tasting at Whole Foods Market in Northbrook, IL from 12 to 3 - it's their anniversary celebration, so join us for good times and samples throughout the store

Weds, Sept 8 - Spirit Tasting Seminar at Drinks Over Dearborn in Chicago from 6.30 to 8 pm. Join Sonja for a tasting and discussion of clear spirits, discussing production differences, flavor differences and more, as well as how those play out in cocktails. Contact the store for tickets!

Visit our events section for a complete list of our upcoming events, or keep up with us on Facebook or Twitter.