Durham Distillery | Conniption Gins
Beverage ManufacturingNorth Carolina, United States11-50 Employees
Durham Distillery, founded in 2013 and based in Durham, North Carolina, produces Conniption gin and related spirits. The company blends traditional gin-making methods with its own cold vacuum distillation to craft bold, modern spirits described as refined. Conniption gins are sugar-free, gluten-free, and made with all-natural ingredients, and the portfolio has accumulated multiple national and international awards. Distribution covers multiple states and direct-to-consumer sales are available through ConniptionGin.com. Hospitality venues include the Conniption Bar & Lounge in Durham, with Conniption Cocktails & Cuisine opening at RDU Airport in October 2025. The leadership is female-led, with Melissa and Lee Katrincic guiding a science-forward approach that has contributed to the brand's recognition.