GIN LAB. Basel – Handcrafted gin from the Aktienmühle 

Basel's Gin Distillery – Craftsmanship, Passion, Aktienmühle

In the heart of Basel, within the historic walls of the Aktienmühle, gin is crafted exactly as it should be: handmade, authentic, and distilled with passion. Since 2023, GIN LAB. has been the gin distillery of the Basel region—a place where botanicals are carefully selected, recipes are developed with precision, and spirits are bottled with pride.

What was once an industrial mill is now home to a multi-award-winning gin. The grain from this historic mill forms the basis of our distillates—a link between Basel’s history and modern craftsmanship that makes our gins unique.

How it all began

We were curious about how gin is actually made. So we started distilling, testing, and developing recipes. Not just once—but until we had products that worked.

Today, this has grown into adistillery in Baselthat produces its own gins.

Award-winning gins – made in Basel

Behind GIN LAB. stands the team at Ale & Bread GmbH —gin makers with years of experience and a clear philosophy: quality over quantity, regional production over mass production. With our Gentleman's Gin, a winner at the World Gin Awards, we have proven that Basel craftsmanship holds its own on the international stage.

Our selection of house-made spirits is constantly growing: Gentleman's Gin, with its elegant blend of botanicals; the robust Lumberjack's Gin; the maritime-inspired Fisherman's Gin; and Gin de Bâle —a gin that captures the essence of Basel in a bottle, featuring spruce needles, lemon zest, and classic juniper. Every bottle carries the DNA of this city.

Our distillery – Modern technology, traditional craftsmanship

We use traditionalgin-makingmethods and combine them with modern technology.
Botanicals are carefully selected, distillates are layered, and each batch is finely tuned. We distill using a Holstein still, combined with a Büchi Rotavapor for vacuum distillation. This combination allows us exceptional precision in aroma development—delicate botanicals are gently extracted, and robust spices are incorporated in a controlled manner. The result is gins with depth, character, and a distinctive Basel signature. All of our gins are developed and distilled on-site.

Gin Workshops – Experience the Distillery Firsthand

If you want to understand how gin is made, you’ve come to the right place. In our gin workshops at the Aktienmühle, we open the doors to our distillery and share our firsthand knowledge. You’ll discover what goes into a good gin, learn about botanicals, and, by the end, create your own unique gin—guided by the team that developed Ale & Bread’s award-winning gins.

Every Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., or by appointment for private groups. Perfect as a team-building event, birthday gift, or special experience for gin lovers from Basel and the surrounding area.

Contract Distilling – Your Gin, Our Distillery

Do you have an idea for your own gin—for your business, an anniversary, or as an exclusive gift? Our distillery in Basel creates custom gins starting at 10 bottles. From recipe development and distillation to personalized labels and gift boxes, we handle everything under one roof. Gin made in Basel—with your story.

How to find us

The GIN LAB. gin distillery is located at the Aktienmühle distillery, Gärtnerstrasse 46, 4057 Basel. It is easily accessible by tram No. 8, getting off at the Wiesenplatz or Ciba stops. Parking is available in the area.

GIN LAB. Basel – The region’s gin distillery. Handcrafted. Award-winning. From Basel.