Little Lon Distilling Co.

Standing here at the corner of Casselden Place, we are witnessing a profound architectural anomaly. In a city dominated by towering glass and steel monoliths, this tiny, single-story red-brick cottage is the last remaining…

Before we enter, let us examine the exterior of this remarkable building. The simple red-brick construction and low-slung roofline are characteristic of the modest dwellings that once filled this district. …

We now move into what was once one of the cottage's bedrooms, now the heart of the operation: the Still Room. Here sits a gleaming 200-liter copper pot still, a beautiful piece of equipment that represents the 'maker and doer'…

The central living room of the cottage has been reimagined as an intimate cocktail bar. This is where the history of the building and the craft of the distillery come together for the visitor. …

One of the most compelling figures in the Little Lon story is 'Little Miss Yoko,' the inspiration for one of the distillery's most popular gins. Her real name was Yokohama, or sometimes known by her alias, but her story is a true…

In stark contrast to the mischief of the red-light district was the presence of the law, personified by characters like Constable Bill Proudfoot. He was a plainclothes police officer who patrolled the Little Lon district on foot…

Finally, we encounter 'Ginger Mick,' a character who straddles the line between reality and folklore. He was immortalized in the poetry of C.J. …

As we conclude our journey through Little Lon Distilling Co., I hope you carry with you more than just the lingering taste of fine gin. You have participated in a 'slice of heritage,' a rare physical connection to the hidden…