OUR ORIGIN
As the pioneers of South African craft gin, Inverroche Distillery was founded by Lorna Scott and her family. Growing from strength to strength in the local community of Stilbaai in the Western Cape of Southern Africa.
OUR JOURNEY
The distillery has grown from a small home industry to a flourishing and pioneering craft distillery. A distillery that is invested in its community and producing world class gins and spirits.
The Fynbos Gallery
A living legacy, distilled.
A KINGDOM LIKE NO OTHER
The Cape Floral Kingdom is the smallest of the world’s six recognised plant kingdoms – yet it holds the greatest diversity. H ere, life thrives in miniature, with more plant species on Table Mountain than across the whole of Great Britain.
ANCIENT, WILD, ENDURING
Fynbos has endured for millennia. It’s thought to be one of the oldest ecosystems on Earth – a cradle of biodiversity, shaped by wind, sea mist, fire, and time.
NATURE’S ALCHEMY
With over 9 000 known species – and new ones still being discovered – fynbos offers an extraordinary spectrum of aromas, flavours, and therapeutic properties. Each plant tells its own quiet story.
ROOTED IN EVOLUTION
Some scientists believe that early humans who lived along the Cape coast adapted and thrived because of the nutrition and medicinal benefits fynbos provided. It’s part of the evolutionary story – of who we are, and how we came to be.
A LANDSCAPE OF CONTRAST
Dry summers. Wet winters. Shifting sands. Soils rich in minerals and shaped by fire. Limestone, in particular, plays a quiet role – holding moisture from winter rains, helping fynbos survive the warmth of summer. Fynbos doesn’t just survive here – it flourishes. It’s in this wild beauty that Inverroche finds its muse.
HARVESTED WITH CARE
At Inverroche, fynbos isn’t just an ingredient – it’s a relationship. We harvest respectfully and regenerate through our own nursery, ensuring this rare and precious biome continues to thrive.
A SIGNATURE OF PLACE
Each Inverroche gin reflects the land it comes from. The fynbos we use gives our spirits their unmistakable character – layered, complex, and completely unique to the Cape.
THE DISTILLATION JOURNEY
From hand-harvested fynbos to final distillation, every drop is a tribute to time, nature, and craft. This is where heritage meets innovation, By Nature.
HARVESTING
The Cape Floral Kingdom is one of only six such biomes in the World. It is the smallest, but also the richest and most abundant with more species of plant being found on the slopes of Table Mountain than in all of Great Britain! It is these plants, known as fynbos, that we use to give our gins their unique character and flavour.
LOCALLY SOURCED INGREDIENTS
We source citrus, spices, and botanicals from nearby farms and trusted local partners – ensuring every element is vibrant, fresh, and of the highest quality. Even our orange zest carries the warmth of the sun and the soul of the Southern Cape.
THE ART OF DISTILLATION
At the heart of our distillery stands Magnanimous Meg, a custom-built copper pot still where flame meets fynbos. Just like her namesake, Mini Meg – Lorna’s original pot still with which she developed the recipe, each small batch is a labour of precision, gently coaxing out layers of flavour and character with every distillation.
THE ORIGINAL RECIPE
Our founder, Lorna Scott, developed the very first Inverroche gin in her kitchen – blending wild fynbos and global botanicals into what became the world’s first amber-coloured fynbos gin. It was the beginning of a quiet revolution in African craft spirits.
DISTILLATION MASTERY
Today, Master Distiller Andrea Francis carries that pioneering spirit forward. Her intuitive approach and technical mastery ensure each variant is a true reflection of our terroir – crafted with intention and care.
BOTTLING & LABELLING
Each bottle is finished by hand, from the final fill to the label placement and seal. It’s a ritual of craft and pride that connects every bottle to the people behind it.
THE FINAL EXPRESSION
The result is more than just a spirit – it’s a layered and complex expression of nature, culture, and craft. By nature, Inverroche is made to be sipped, savoured, and shared – across tables, countries, and moments around the world.
OUR PEOPLE
Driven by vision and a pioneering spirit, the people behind Inverroche are dedicated to craftsmanship, innovation, and honouring the rich heritage that shapes every bottle.
LORNA SCOTT
FOUNDER
Lorna is the driving force
behind Inverroche, seeking to create a brand with historical significance that aims to reconnect people
ANDREA FRANCIS
MASTER DISTILLER
A dedicated crafter and
visionary innovator, meticulously overseeing both the art and science of distillation to create exceptional spirits
OUR LEGACY OF INNOVATION
Inverroche’s legacy is built on a pioneering spirit, continuously redefining craft and innovation while blending tradition with bold new possibilities.
THE DISTILLATION ROOM
At the heart of Inverroche, our distillation room features a custom-built copper pot still, Magnanimous Meg. To this day, she is responsible for each and every gin we produce. By her grace, craftsmanship and innovation transform nature’s finest botanicals into exquisite spirits.
SUSTAINABILITY & RESPONSIBILITY
Inverroche is crafted by nature, providing us with everything we need to create gins of exceptional craftsmanship, taste, and quality. Guided by a philosophy of giving back more than we take, we are committed to both nature and our people. Our sustainability journey is shaped by four key pillars—nurturing terroir, circular making, investment in people, and responsible hosting.
MINDFUL from the start
Visit the Inverroche Distillery and see how conscious craftsmanship and nature come together to create our spirits. From ethically sourced botanicals to sustainable distillation, every step is rooted in care for the land and community. Immerse yourself in the beauty of our surroundings while enjoying the exceptional flavours of our handcrafted gin.
