About Tribe
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Our Story
Tribe Gin was born from a shared idea among four friends who came home to Galway with a vision — to create a small-batch gin that captured the flavour, creativity, and spirit of the West of Ireland. With backgrounds spanning San Francisco to Sydney, and skills ranging from distilling to branding, we returned to our roots to launch something proudly local, boldly original, and socially driven.
Like many great ideas, Tribe Gin was sparked during lockdown. We found ourselves back in Galway, dreaming big, and looking for a way to reconnect people through experiences that felt meaningful and fun. The result? Ireland’s most hands-on gin school — a place where anyone can distil their own spirit, share stories, and raise a glass together.
Where we are based
The Journey So Far
Since pouring our first bottles in 2021, Tribe Gin has been making waves. We launched Galway’s first gin school, crafted an award-winning gin using local botanicals, and welcomed thousands of guests through our doors. Our mission is to combine quality craft with good craic — and we’re just getting started.
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The Gin School
Our Gin
At Tribe, we distil character. Every drop of our award-winning, small-batch Irish gin is crafted with care in Galway using traditional copper stills and botanicals rooted in the West of Ireland’s wild beauty.
Tribe Irish Gin
Our flagship gin is a floral-forward spirit with a citrusy kick and a herbal, coastal finish. Expect bright notes of lemon and orange, subtle warmth from cassia bark and cardamom, and a whisper of the Atlantic from Galway Bay seaweed. Balanced with heather and marigold, it’s a modern Irish classic — smooth, expressive, and unmistakably local.
Buy NowTribe Summer Fruits Gin
Our newest creation is a lilac-hued burst of summer. Infused with Galway Bay seaweed, rowan berries, and a trio of juicy berries — raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries — it’s brightened by zesty lemon and lime, with a lift of heather and sumac. Bold, refreshing, and made to celebrate the spirit of Galway.
Buy NowWhere to Buy
You can order both expressions of Tribe Gin via our online shop, or pick up a bottle at select bars, restaurants, and retailers across Galway and beyond. Visit our Stockists page to find your nearest supplier.
Book ExperienceOur Gin School
Our gin school is the beating heart of Tribe Gin — and we’ve built it to bring people together. Located in a bright, modern space in Galway, it’s a hands-on distilling playground featuring gleaming copper stills, long communal tables, and a station stocked with aromatic botanicals.
Whether you’re on your own or in a group, we’ll guide you step-by-step through the process of crafting your own bespoke bottle. You don’t need to be a chemist — just bring curiosity and a thirst for fun. The space is also available for private events, tastings, and special bookings.
Meet the Founders
Tribe Gin was founded by four friends with a shared passion for craft spirits, creativity, and the culture of the West of Ireland. While not all are involved in daily operations, each founder has left their mark on the brand’s vision and spirit.
Adam Scally
Founder & Head Distiller
Adam leads the charge at Tribe Gin, overseeing every step of the distillation process. After years in San Francisco, he returned home to Galway to bring his botanical know-how and creative flair to life in every bottle. You’ll find him at the still, fine-tuning flavours and sharing stories at the Gin School.
Ciarán O Dómhnaill
Founder & Operations Director
Ciarán is the engine behind the scenes, managing everything from production to logistics and events. With a knack for detail and a love for hospitality, he ensures every experience — and every bottle — runs smoothly.
Cormac Commins & Michael Allen
Founding Partners
Cormac and Michael were instrumental in shaping Tribe Gin’s early story — from brand identity to building unforgettable experiences. Though not involved in day-to-day operations, their creative fingerprints are part of what makes Tribe Gin unique.
We’re proud to be a local brand with a global spirit — and we can’t wait to welcome you into the Tribe.
Galway’s first gin School
award winning small batch craft Irish Gin
refreshing taste
Our Recipes
Tribe Gin is an award winning small batch craft Irish Gin. It's a premium spirit who's recipe was inspired by ingredients local to the west of Ireland along with a blend of citrus and spice to give Tribe Gin its unique flavour. It has all natural ingredients with no added sugars, flavours or preservatives. Some of the ingredients include:
- Lemon
- Orange
- Heather
- Marigold
- Cassia Bark
- Cardamom
- Galway Bay Seaweed
refreshing taste
Our Recipes
Tribe Gin proudly unveils its latest creation, distilled with the unique Galway Bay seaweed and infused with summer fruits, rowan berries, and sumac. This lilac-hued gin combines zesty lemon and lime with Conamara heather for a bold, refreshing taste that captures the vibrant spirit of the City of Tribes. Some of the core ingredients include:
- Strawberry
- Blueberry
- Blackberry
- Raspberry
- Rowan Berries
- Heather
- Sumac
- Galway Bay Seaweed
Join in the fun
Book a Gin Experience
Unleash your inner gin maker with our immersive Gin School Masterclass or opt for a shorter tasting tour - both offer award-winning gins, distillery insights, and the chance to craft your very own bottle.
Gin Experiences