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Flora Dalmatica: Šibenik’s City‑in‑a‑Bottle Micro Distillery

Founded in 2024 between the Adriatic and Dalmatian karst, Croatia’s only Šibenik micro distillery crafts small‑batch spirits from hand‑harvested botanicals, validating a place‑driven craft built on copper stills and regional ingredients.

Flora Dalmatica was founded in 2024 in Šibenik, Croatia, and is the city’s only micro distillery. Nestled between the Adriatic coast and rugged Dalmatian karst, it produces small‑batch spirits that capture the essence of Šibenik and its hinterland. The distillery operates in just 28 square metres at the Old Market (Stari Pazar), where limited single‑batch series are crafted with meticulous attention. Every plant is hand‑harvested—immortelle, wild sage, bay laurel, fennel and citrus peel—echoing how herbs were traditionally gathered in childhood gardens and dry‑stone fields, ensuring maximum freshness, aromatic intensity and full traceability.

Distillation happens in traditional copper stills for clarity, finesse and aromatic precision. Each batch is blended and bottled by hand into distinctively shaped bottles that mirror what is inside: flavour, landscape and time. The portfolio is built on experimentation, alchemy and passion, yet rooted in centuries of local practice; each bottle is a tribute to land and sea, to streets and stories, and to the layers of life that define Dalmatia—a city in a bottle.

London Spirits Competition 2026: Gold and Silver for flagship expressions. The distillery’s two flagships were recognised for distinctive character, authenticity and outstanding quality.

  • Badam (almond liqueur): Gold Medal, 90 points. Aromas of marzipan with subtle spice; a light, balanced palate with a short, bitter finish and refined structure.
  • LŌR London Dry Gin: Silver Medal, 86 points. A floral, perfumed nose with almond, star anise and citrus transitions to a palate of rose and cardamom, ending with a long, citrusy finish and subtle juniper presence.
    This success confirms that a small distillery driven by clear vision and an authentic approach can compete globally without compromising quality or identity.

Flagship products: LŌR and Badam. LŌR is Šibenik’s first London Dry Gin, distilled with 13 botanicals characteristic of the region. It’s marked by wild bay laurel and hillside herbs of the Dalmatian hinterland, the salt air of the Adriatic, and the city’s contemporary urban energy. The profile is clean, dry and layered—juniper‑forward with herbal depth and a subtle saline edge. Designed for classic and modern cocktails, it works beautifully in G&T, Martini, Negroni and signature serves built around Mediterranean ingredients.
Badam is a proper amaretto made with bitter almonds, building on warm, amber notes to evoke memory and comfort. Its profile is warm, nutty and aromatic—a balance of sweetness, gentle bitterness and spice. The amber colour and rounded texture make it ideal for sipping neat, over ice or in dessert‑inspired cocktails.

Craft & philosophy. Small batches ensure attention to detail and batch‑level quality control. Copper distillation delivers clarity and aromatic precision. Hand‑harvested botanicals emphasise freshness, provenance and sustainability. Recipes draw on the flora, climate and culture of Šibenik and its hinterland, translating the region’s character into liquid form. The result is a portfolio with depth, authenticity and a recognisable Dalmatian signature.

Upcoming launch: Carob & Fig Liqueur. Flora Dalmatica is expanding its portfolio with bold, regional flavours for spirits enthusiasts. Discover LŌR & Badam right now—then get ready for our Carob & Fig Liqueur! Crafted for flavor lovers. It’s in the bottle.

For trade & partners. The distillery collaborates with bars, restaurants, hotels and specialty retailers who value distinctive, story‑driven Dalmatian spirits; micro‑batch production with transparent sourcing; strong visual identity and premium packaging; and the ability to create bespoke serves, pairings and experiences. Contact: info@floradalmatica.com; floradalmatica.com; @floradalmaticaspirits.

Key facts at a glance

  • Founded: 2024; Location: Šibenik, Croatia (Old Market, 28 m²)
  • Legal name: Prekidi stvarnosti jdoo; Brand: Flora Dalmatica
  • Flagships: LŌR (London Dry Gin), Badam (bitter‑almond liqueur/amaretto)
  • 2026 LSC: Gold 90 (Badam), Silver 86 (LŌR)
  • Craft: Hand‑harvested botanicals, copper stills, small batches, hand‑bottled
  • Coming soon: Carob & Fig Liqueur

Every street, each scent—every drop tells a story. Now, it’s in the bottle.