WhataHoot Distillery

Norfolk-made spirits,experiences and good times.

Discover characterful gin, rum and vodka, distilled in the heart of King’s Lynn. Shop our spirits, book an unforgettable experience or come and enjoy a drink with us.

What brings you to whatahoot?

Whether you are looking for a new favourite bottle, planning a memorable day out or simply fancy a great drink, there is more than one way to enjoy WhataHoot.

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Shop WhataHoot spirits

Explore our range of gin, rum, vodka, miniatures and gift sets, all created at our King’s Lynn distillery.

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Book an experience

Make your own gin

Become a distiller for the day at WhataHoot Gin School, master your favourite serves or discover how our spirits are made.

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Visit King's Lynn

Join us at the bar

Enjoy WhataHoot spirits, cocktails and good company inside our historic King Street distillery.

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Visit the distillery

A HISTORIC KING’S LYNN WAREHOUSE, NOW HOME TO WHATAHOOT

Set inside a restored 16th-century warehouse just off King Street, WhataHoot brings our distillery, shop, bar and experiences together under one roof.

Call into The Shop to browse our Norfolk-made spirits and gifts, head upstairs for a relaxed drink in the bar, or create your own gin in the Gin School & Spirit Lounge.

  • Shop WhataHoot spirits, gifts and local products
  • Enjoy cocktails, spirits, beer and wine in the bar
  • Book Gin School, tastings and distillery experiences
  • Join us for regular events or arrange a private booking

Experiences & masterclasses

We're never happier than when we're sharing our passion with others. Distillery tours, Gin School and cocktail masterclasses for two or a group of twelve and over.

From £30

Distillery tour & tasting

Go behind the scenes, discover how our spirits are made and enjoy a guided tasting of six WhataHoot spirits, followed by a gin and tonic.

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From £49

Cocktail masterclass

Step behind the bar for a lively two-hour masterclass, mixing, shaking and tasting your way through a selection of WhataHoot cocktails.

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From £110

Make your own gin

Explore more than 30 botanicals, develop your own recipe and distil a full 70cl bottle of gin to take home from the WhataHoot Gin School.

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For trade

NORFOLK-MADE SPIRITS, BUILT TO SELL

WhataHoot works with bars, restaurants, farm shops, delis and independent retailers across the UK.

Alongside a distinctive range of Norfolk-made spirits, our trade partners receive practical support to help each bottle earn its place on the shelf or back bar — including staff tastings, point-of-sale materials, product training and seasonal campaign support.

Whether you are looking for a local hero, a premium house pour or a range customers will remember, we will help you choose the right products for your business.

Dabble, Tinker & Enjoy

FAMILY OWNED. NORFOLK MADE. DISTINCTLY WHATAHOOT.

WhataHoot began around a Norfolk kitchen table, where husband-and-wife team Jason and Nicky Crown turned a shared curiosity for flavour into a family distillery.

Inspired by the barn owls heard across the Norfolk countryside, WhataHoot has grown into a working distillery and visitor destination in the heart of King’s Lynn — home to our shop, bar, Gin School & Spirit Lounge and the team behind every bottle.

Good to know

Helpful information before you shop, visit or book an experience with WhataHoot.

What is WhataHoot?

WhataHoot is a family-run craft distillery based in King’s Lynn, Norfolk. We create our own range of gins, rum and vodka, alongside running a shop, bar and hands-on experiences from our historic King Street home.

Can I visit the distillery?

Yes. Visit The Distillery to browse our spirits and gifts, enjoy a drink in the WhataHoot Bar or book a distillery tour, Gin School or cocktail masterclass. Some experiences require advance booking, so check availability before travelling.

Do you supply trade customers?

Yes. We work with independent retailers, farm shops, bars, restaurants and hospitality businesses across the UK. Trade partners can access wholesale pricing, product support, staff training, tasting stock and point-of-sale materials.

Do I need to book before visiting?

You can visit The Shop during its opening hours without booking. Distillery tours, Gin School, cocktail masterclasses and larger group visits should be booked in advance.

Can I buy WhataHoot as a gift?

Yes. Choose from bottles, miniature sets, experience vouchers and other gifts online or from The Pantry at the distillery.

Where is WhataHoot?

WhataHoot Distillery is just off King Street in the historic centre of King’s Lynn, within walking distance of the town centre and nearby parking.