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Distilled by Science. Crafted for Community.

Durham’s Award-Winning Distillery and Cocktail Destination


Tour the home of Conniption Gin and Damn Fine Spirits, learn the craft in a hands-on cocktail class, shop Durham-made spirits for pickup, or settle in for an exceptional drink at Conniption Bar & Lounge.

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Private holiday events at Durham Distillery in Durham, North Carolina

Book Your Holiday Event Early & Save 15%

Book your November, December or January holiday party, team gathering or private cocktail class by September 30 and receive 15% off.

Valid for new bookings held November 1, 2026–January 30, 2027. Mention “Holiday Discount Special” on the inquiry form.

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Damn Fine Liqueurs September promotion at Durham Distillery

$5 Off Damn Fine Liqueurs in September

A little indulgence goes a long way. This September, enjoy $5 off Damn Fine Liqueurs, including Chocolate, Coffee, and Mocha Bourbon Cream.

Rich, smooth, and made for sipping, mixing, or treating yourself.

Available for pickup at Durham Distillery or at NC ABC stores throughout September.

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Choose Your Own Mini Martini Flight at Conniption Bar & Lounge

Choose Your Own Mini Martini Flight

Why choose one when you can try three? Starting September 10, build your own martini flight for $19, served with house-made cheddar straws.

Choose from House Dry, Purple Rain, Vesper, Espresso, Martinez, or Spicy Vodka and make the flight your own. 🍸

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Damn Fine Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey at Durham DistilleryDamn Fine Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey at Durham Distillery

Our Inaugural Bourbon is Here!

Meet Damn Fine Kentucky Straight Bourbon. It is aged four years, bottled at 90 proof and selected and blended for balance by our co-founder and master distiller, Lee Katrincic. Distilled and aged in Kentucky, bottled here in Durham, and ready for your favorite glass. 

Enjoy it neat, over ice or in a classic cocktail.

Eight barrels. Just 2,080 bottles. Bring home our first release for $39.95.

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What to Do at Durham Distillery

Plan a visit to our downtown Durham distillery for inventive cocktails, distillery tours, hands-on cocktail classes and Durham-made spirits available for local pickup.

Cocktails and guests inside Conniption Bar and Lounge

Conniption Bar & Lounge

Enjoy inventive cocktails made with Durham Distillery spirits in an intimate bar tucked inside our working distillery.

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Guests exploring the distillery production space with a guide

Distillery Tours

Take a convenient Quick Tour or go deeper into the science, botanicals and techniques behind our award-winning spirits.

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Guests making cocktails during a hands-on class

Cocktail Classes

Shake, stir and taste your way through a hands-on class designed to build skills you can confidently use at home.

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Durham Distillery bottles arranged for local pickup

Shop for Pickup

Browse Conniption Gin, Damn Fine Spirits and limited releases for convenient pickup directly from our Durham distillery.

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Our Commitments

Driven by Innovation.  Defined by Integrity. Distilled with Purpose.

Innovative Distillation Methods
We use a rare dual-distillation approach— including cold vacuum distillation — to preserve delicate botanicals and deliver authentic, vibrant, layered flavors.

Science-led
Co-founded by Melissa Katrincic, the first female U.S. distiller inducted into The Gin Guild, and Lee Katrincic, Master Distiller and Warden Rectifier of the Guild. Together, they lead Durham Distillery with a balance of innovation, precision, and purpose — setting new standards in American craft spirits

Transparent Sourcing & Quality Ingredients
We carefully select every botanical and partner with trusted suppliers to ensure integrity and consistency in every batch.

Locally Inspired, Durham Rooted
Our distillery is housed in a restored downtown building that honors the city’s industrial past and creative spirit.

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Let customers speak for us

from 535 reviews

I couldn’t recommend this spot more! The drinks are exceptional and what makes them even better is that Conniption spirits are distilled right upstairs at Durham Distillery - every cocktail is crafted just steps from where you’re sipping. The vibes are amazing, and their Halloween pop-up is such a fun and creative experience. I love visiting for all of their seasonal menu changes - the Halloween pop-up was SO fun!

Micah B.
Present for a friend

I bought a bottle of the Barrel Aged Series for a gin loving friend because this is the best gin I’ve ever tasted. He loved it at first taste. He’s since made the trek to the distillery to purchase some of Durham Distillery’s other outstanding gins. You can never go wrong with Conniption Gins.

Steve S.

A staple in our home. Great in an old fashioned.

Natalie F.
Great Smooth Taste

Amazing beverage way better than Baileys. It is smooth and great taste.

Carlos F.
Lolly28

I love this gin!! The pink French 75 is my favorite drink! I live out of town so when I go I usually purchase several bottles. Friends cannot believe they are drinking a gin drink!

Laura K.