Sanpatong Distillery

South of Chiang Mai in sleepy Sanpatong, this young distillery has already made a name for itself as a destination for spirit lovers. Founded in 2023 and built entirely from scratch, Sanpatong was created with a simple vision: to craft spirits that are pure, natural and true to Thai agriculture.

Book yourself into a guided tour and be led through every step of the process – from the scent of fresh sugarcane and tropical fruits in fermentation tanks to the soaring ‘distilling cathedral’ where copper pot stills work their magic. Tastings showcase the range, but even non-drinkers are looked after with flavourful options like coconut flower nectar, cold-pressed apple juice and the distillery’s Coconut Blossom Nectar Syrup. As founder Stefan Rakoczi explains, ‘Every element of Sanpatong is designed to let the raw materials speak – we want visitors to experience the aromas, the craft and the spirit of Thai agriculture in every sip.’

Visitors currently have two ways to experience Sanpatong: ‘Signature Tour & Tasting’ and ‘Signature Cocktail Masterclass.’ Each features the distillery’s award-winning line of gins, rhums and (soon) vodkas, making the sessions as distinctive as the spirits themselves. Beyond these experiences, bottles can be purchased directly from the distillery shop or found in select Chiang Mai and Bangkok outlets, as well as at Rimping Supermarkets.

Sanpatong Distillery. Tours and cocktail masterclass from B1,500. Thung Satok, Sanpatong. 10am-6pm.