The faces behind the brand
Co-Founder
Mark Buckton
aka “Buck” is a grounding anchor within our team. Helping to drive the distillery’s expansion with his deep industry knowledge and trusted diligence. Mark strikes the perfect balance between encouraging our team’s creativity and growth, while keeping a keen eye on the figures and practicalities that underpin our success. His strategic insights are instrumental.
Co-Founder
Jacqui Hamlin
Queen of Production, fondly known as our "Jac of all trades," Jacqui brings wisdom, creativity, and hands-on expertise to every corner of our business. Her passion and dedication shine through in everything she does. She also leads our sustainability efforts, ensuring that Dorking Distillery grows responsibly, always with care for the environment and community at its heart.
Co-Founder
Jasmine Bilson
Jasmine effortlessly brings our team together with fun, laughter, and positivity. As our Creative Lead, she ensures every detail is beautifully considered and unmistakably “us” - from our visual identity to our unforgettable events. She elevates everything she touches, ensuring that every experience of Dorking Distillery is a truly memorable one.
art director
Charlotte Godfrey
Every beautifully painted element of Dorking Distillery, from our striking bottle designs to our exclusive art prints, comes from the hand of Charlotte, our in-house artist, content creator, and photographer. Charlotte shapes the visual heartbeat of our brand, capturing the spirit of Dorking Distillery both on canvas and on lens.
spirits creator & distiller
Reeba
The creative mastermind behind our drinks. With her exceptional attention to detail and intuitive understanding of flavour, she ensures that every creation is perfectly balanced - where aroma, taste, and finish come together in perfect harmony.
Her passion and precision make every bottle a true reflection of our philosophy: Spirits for the Senses.
Finance
Jax Bowes
Bringing positivity and organisation to our finances, Jax is our accounts lead, ensuring our books are accurate, our budgets are balanced, and our team can focus on crafting great spirits.