Daufuskie Island Distillery

05/15/2026

The Daufuskie Island Distillery will close at 3pm on Saturday May 16th. The diner will take the last order at 2. Thank you for your support!

04/17/2026

When's the last time you had a Reuben? You've never had one this good or this big!

04/15/2026

Missing Daufuskie? Having a little sip of it delivered right to your door!

Daufuskie Island Distillery

04/01/2026

No April Fools here — just the real thing.

A proper Old Fashioned, ready when you are.

Slow down… you’re on Daufuskie Time now. 🥃

03/28/2026

Some things on Daufuskie happen slowly — like indigo dye settling into fabric, or two people building something side by side.

Daufuskie Blues unfolded just that way. A sisterhood formed with hands in blue, practicing indigo dyeing together on each other’s porches — learning, experimenting, and letting time do what it does best on this island.

When we asked what Daufuskie Time means to them, Rhonda said,
“To slow down and breathe.”

Leanne smiled and added,
“When you let your shoulders drop.”

From an honor-system rack on Rhonda’s front porch and Leanne selling pieces off the back of her golf cart, nearly a decade later Daufuskie Blues has become a creative and cultural gathering place — showcasing in beautiful fashion the rich Sea Island heritage of indigo dye.

Indigo runs deep in the Lowcountry — once cultivated on islands like Daufuskie and shaped by generations of skilled hands. Today, that same deep blue lives on in their studio inside the historic Mary Field School.

They spoke of how much the Daufuskie community means to them, saying they had never experienced such a deeply rooted sense of belonging before. When they made the move to open their studio, the support was overwhelming — laughing that many islanders’ family members found Daufuskie Blues scarves under the tree that year.

They continue to dedicate time and travel to study with mentors and pioneers in the field of indigo and natural dye — honoring both tradition and innovation in their work.

When they find a moment of Daufuskie Time for themselves, they admit they’re often happiest right where they are — in the studio — immersed in color, craft, and conversation, embracing the spirit of stepping back in time that’s woven into this island.

And when they step out for a break, they enjoy dining at the Distillery — a favorite spot to send visitors for lunch, appreciating not only how good the food tastes, but how thoughtfully it’s presented.

This is Daufuskie Time in color.
What does it look like for you? 🌿

Stories like this are meant to travel.

03/25/2026

This week’s special: Blackened Redfish Sandwich — perfectly seared and stacked with slaw, pickled onions, tomato, and our house-made remoulade.

Pair it with a Blueberry Lavender Lemonade for maximum enjoyment.

03/20/2026

Spring is here and we’re ready for longer island days. 🌿

Puréed mango, fresh mint, and our Silver Rum crafted from Demerara sugar.
Come visit!

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s! Follow the rainbow… it leads straight to gyros. 🌈🍀

03/12/2026

In honor of our good friend Dickie Phelps, the distillery will be closed on Friday March 13th so our team can attend the Celebration of Life called DickiePalooza! Great food and drinks and a silent auction to help out the Phelps family!

The Daufuskie Difference would like to invite everyone this Friday, March 13th from 12-5pm for “DickiePalooza”, a celebration of life for our friend Richard “Dickie” Phelps.

We will have Live Music from Peach Patrol and will be holding a Silent Auction, with all proceeds benefitting the Phelps family.

Let’s all come together to remember Dickie, share a few stories, and support the Phelps family❤️

03/11/2026

The warmer weather inspired us to take our favorite cocktail over to the beach.

Blueberry Lavender Lemonade:
Fresh lemonade + Blueberry Lavender Hair of the Dog Vodka.

Golden hour just got more colorful.

03/06/2026

Fish Friday on the island. 🐟

Fresh greens, bright veggies, and beautifully seared salmon — vibrant and full of flavor.