What Psychopomp Microdistillery does

Psychopomp Microdistillery is a Bristol-based, founder-owned craft spirits producer that has operated since 2014, specialising in single-shot distilled gin and a small portfolio of adjacent spirits. Its core technology is a single-shot distillation method performed on small copper pot stills, in which the spirit is diluted only with purified water to drinking strength after distillation and is not subjected to any further processing — a practice the company describes as vanishingly rare in the industry due to cost. The product range centres on the signature 'Woden' gin and 'Old Tom' gin, complemented by seasonal limited-edition recipes, bespoke formulations for independent restaurants and producers, the claimed first British Aquavit, a traditional Parisian-style Absinthe, and a single-origin coffee digestif.

The business operates a vertically integrated retail and experiential model from a single venue at 145 St Michael's Hill, Bristol, combining production, an on-site bottle shop (open weekdays), a bar (Thursday–Saturday evenings with food from partner Sonny Stores and coffee from Hazeldine's), gin-making workshops (£115–£160 per participant), weekly gin masterclasses, and private-hire events. Distribution is primarily direct-to-consumer through the on-site shop and a multilingual e-commerce store, supplemented by the Yuup booking platform and direct bespoke contracts with independent hospitality customers. Verified credentials include Carbon Neutral certification (Carbon Neutral Britain), B Corporation status, and Living Wage Foundation employer accreditation. The company is privately held by co-founders Liam and Danny, with no disclosed external investment, and markets served are limited to the United Kingdom.

Name

Psychopomp Microdistillery

Legal name

Psychopomp Limited

Website

https://microdistillery.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Psychopomp Microdistillery is a Bristol-based, founder-owned craft spirits producer founded in 2014 that makes single-shot distilled gin, the claimed first British Aquavit, absinthe, and coffee digestif, selling directly via an on-site bar, bottle shop, and online store to consumers, hospitality partners, and workshop attendees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Craft Distilled Spirits

NAICS

Distilleries (31214), Beverage Manufacturing (3121)

SIC

Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Craft Distilleries & Microdistilleries (THAFALAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Distilleries (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAG), Spirits Distillery Tours & Tastings (Whiskey, Rum, Gin, Vodka) (THAJAGAF)

Keywords

• Craft gin distillery
• Small batch spirits
• Artisan gin production
• Microdistillery experiences
• Single shot distillation

Headquarters

HQ city

Bristol

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Spirit Sales: Direct sales of bottled spirits including their signature Woden gin, Old Tom gin, seasonal limited editions, aquavit, absinthe, and coffee digestif through their on-site shop and online store.
2. Bar Sales: On-site bar sales of cocktails, drinks, and food. The bar is open Thursday-Friday 5pm-10pm and Saturday 6pm-10pm, with food provided by Sonny Stores.
3. Gin Making Workshops: Ticketed workshops where participants learn distilling and create their own gin bottle. Sessions run £115 per person or £160 for two sharing a still. Bookings available online.
4. Gin Masterclasses: Weekly gin tasting sessions and masterclasses guided by the distillery team, booked through Yuup platform.
5. Private Hire & Events: The distillery space is available for private events accommodating up to 25 people inside and 10 in the courtyard. Contact via events email.
6. Vouchers: Gift vouchers for gin making workshops and gin tastings available through their online store.
7. Bespoke Gin Contracts: Custom gin recipes created for independent restaurants and producers, offering bespoke formulations.
8. Merchandise: Sale of branded merchandise through their online store.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Psychopomp Microdistillery is a Bristol-based craft distillery that produces and sells small-batch handcrafted spirits using a traditional single-shot distillation method. Its portfolio includes signature and seasonal gins, the first British Aquavit, traditional Parisian-style Absinthe, and a single origin coffee digestif, sold via an on-site bar and bottle shop, an online store, and bespoke gin contracts for independent hospitality operators, complemented by ticketed gin-making workshops, masterclasses, and private venue hire.

Product overview

Psychopomp Microdistillery is a handcrafted spirits producer specializing in single-shot distilled gin, operating from Bristol, England since 2014. The core product portfolio centers on their signature Woden Gin and Old Tom Gin, complemented by seasonal limited editions and bespoke recipes for restaurants. Beyond gin, they produce Aquavit (the first British version), traditional Parisian-style Absinthe, and a single origin coffee digestif. The distillery extends its offering through experiential products including gin-making workshops, gin masterclasses, and private hire events at their St Michaels Hill location. Additional offerings include a bar and bottle shop, Pomp Club membership, and merchandise.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Woden: Signature gin recipe - a single-shot distilled gin
• Old Tom
• Pomp Club

Products and services

• Woden Gin Signature gin recipe produced using the distillery's single-shot distillation method; aimed at premium craft spirit consumers and available via the Bristol shop, online store, and through bespoke contracts with hospitality operators.
• Old Tom Gin Traditional style gin offering a sweeter, more historical flavour profile than the signature Woden gin; sold to craft spirit consumers through the shop and online store.
• Limited Edition Seasonal Gins Small-batch seasonal gin recipes using seasonal botanicals, released in limited editions throughout the year for craft spirit consumers.
• Bespoke Gin Recipes Custom-developed gin recipes created for independent restaurants and producers as private-label or house spirits using the distillery's single-shot method.
• Aquavit (First British Aquavit) The distillery's stated first British Aquavit, a traditional Scandinavian caraway- and dill-flavoured spirit, sold to premium craft spirit consumers via the shop and online store.
• Traditional Parisian Style Absinthe Traditional Parisian-style Absinthe, an anise-flavoured high-proof spirit, sold to premium craft spirit consumers via the shop and online store.
• Single Origin Coffee Digestif Digestif produced with single origin coffee as the flavour base, sold to premium craft spirit consumers via the shop and online store.
• Gin Making Workshop Weekly hands-on workshop where participants learn the art of distilling, choose botanicals, distil their own gin on small copper pot stills, and take home a full bottle; priced at £115 per person or £160 for two sharing a still.
• Gin Masterclass Weekly guided gin tasting experience covering the history of gin, the production process, and a tutored tasting, with gin and tonic on arrival and during the session; bookings handled through the Yuup platform.
• Private Hire Private hire of the distillery venue for events, accommodating up to 25 people inside and 10 in the courtyard, with bookings handled via the events email.
• Pomp Club Subscription/membership club for regular customers, offering exclusive benefits tied to the distillery's products and experiences.
• Bar and Bottle Shop On-site bar and bottle shop at 145 St Michael's Hill, Bristol, offering cocktails, drinks, and food pairings (with Sonny Stores cooking at the bar every weekend), open Thursday-Friday 5pm-10pm and Saturday 6pm-10pm, with the bottle shop open Monday-Wednesday and Thursday-Friday 07:30-16:00.

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• B CorporationcoreOthersB Corp certification validates the company's social and environmental performance, meeting rigorous standards for transparency and accountability.
• Carbon Neutral BritaincoreOthersCarbon neutral certification body providing annual verification of the company's carbon neutral status and sustainability practices.
• Living Wage FoundationcoreOthersAccreditation body for the real Living Wage movement, certifying the company as a Living Wage employer.
• Sonny StoresminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFood partner cooking at the bar every weekend, providing food offerings alongside cocktails and spirits.
• Hazeldine'sminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoffee partner serving coffee and cakes during daytime hours at the bar location.
• YuupminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThird-party booking platform for gin masterclass experiences and tickets.
• ZedifyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCycle courier service used for local deliveries, supporting the company's sustainable delivery practices.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Chase Distillery: Herefordshire-based UK craft distillery producing premium gin, vodka, and potato spirits on a single farm estate, with on-site tours and a restaurant. Comparable on craft spirits production, single-site experience model, and premium positioning; now backed by Diageo minority investment.
• Cotswolds Distillery: Cotswolds-based craft distillery producing gin, whisky, and liqueurs with on-site tours, tasting experiences, and a growing national and export distribution footprint. Comparable on craft spirits range, experience-led GTM, and premium UK craft positioning.
• Warner Edwards Gin: Family-run UK craft gin distillery in Northamptonshire with on-site distillery tours, tasting experiences, and an e-commerce-led DTC model. Comparable on craft gin production, experience-led GTM, and small-batch premium positioning.
• The Oxford Artisan Distillery (TOAD): Oxford-based micro-distillery producing gin, vodka, and whisky with on-site tours, tastings, and a strong sustainability narrative. Comparable on micro-distillery scale, single-site experiential offering, and craft premium UK positioning.
• Portobello Road Gin: London-based craft gin producer operating from a small Notting Hill distillery, with tasting room visits and limited editions. Comparable on micro-distillery craft gin production in a single UK urban site with on-site retail.
• Silent Pool Distillers: Surrey-based craft distillery producing gin, vodka, and liqueurs from a single heritage site, with branded tours, tastings, and an on-site visitor centre. Directly comparable on single-site micro-distillery operations and experience-led craft spirits retail.
• Cambridge Distillery: Cambridge-based small-batch gin and vermouth producer operating from a micro-distillery in the heart of the city, with on-site tasting experiences. Comparable on micro-scale craft gin and adjacent spirits production with an experiential layer.
• Sipsmith: London-based craft gin distillery founded in 2009, operating a single-site distillery with an on-site bar and shop, plus gin tours and masterclasses. Directly comparable to Psychopomp on craft gin production, single-shot/traditional distillation heritage, on-site experience model, and London/Bristol UK micro-distillery profile.
• Tarquin's Gin ( Southwestern Distillery ): Cornwall-based craft gin and spirits producer with a flagship single-site distillery, on-site tasting room, masterclasses, and a broad craft spirit portfolio including gin, vodka, and liqueurs. Closely comparable to Psychopomp on single-site craft production, experiential offering, and UK craft positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Diageo (Speciality Brands / Port Dundas portfolio): Global spirits multinational whose craft acquisitions (Sipsmith, Chase minority stake, Tanqueray, Gordon's) sit in overlapping craft and premium gin and speciality spirits categories. Relevant as a broad incumbent that competes for the same craft/premium on-trade listings and acquisition pipeline as Psychopomp.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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