Extras
How to start crafting your own gin
Learn how botanicals work, build a recipe, and leave with a bottle that tells your story. Guided experiences change seasonally, so confirm tour, workshop, age, and booking requirements with each venue before you travel.
How to start crafting your own gin
Start with juniper
Juniper is the defining gin note. Begin with a clean, neutral base and decide whether you want a classic, citrus-led, floral, spicy, or savoury direction.
Choose a small botanical set
Pick one anchor, two supporting notes, and one finishing accent. Citrus peel, coriander, cardamom, pepper, herbs, tea, and local flowers are easy places to explore.
Build a measured recipe
Write down every ingredient and its weight. Change one thing at a time, and keep a simple tasting note so a lucky experiment can be repeated.
Use a guided workshop
A distillery class is the safest and most useful way to learn maceration, vapour infusion, dilution, filtration, and responsible tasting with the right equipment.
Taste, dilute, and name it
Taste the spirit at a sensible strength, then test it with tonic or soda. Give the final recipe a name and record the date, botanicals, and serving idea.