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Distillery Experience: Taste and Learn About Gin
5.0
121 Ratings
Launton
Discover the captivating story of Sky Wave Gin and experience the art of gin-making in this immersive 75-minute distillery tour. Taste award-winning gins and unwind with a complimentary G&T in our stylish boutique setting.
Discover the captivating story of Sky Wave Gin and experience the art of gin-making in this immersive 75-minute distillery tour. Taste award-winning gins and unwind with a complimentary G&T in our stylish boutique setting.
Duration:
1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Heritage - What to expect:
- A complimentary Sky Wave Gin & Tonic on arrival, made with The World’s Best Contemporary Gin.
- While you’re enjoying your G&T we’ll tell you the story of the Sky Wave Gin journey and how we came about almost by accident!
- Then meet our two production stills, hear how they work, what they are called and, if you’re…
- Heritage - What to expect:
- A complimentary Sky Wave Gin & Tonic on arrival, made with The World’s Best Contemporary Gin.
- While you’re enjoying your G&T we’ll tell you the story of the Sky Wave Gin journey and how we came about almost by accident!
- Then meet our two production stills, hear how they work, what they are called and, if you’re lucky we may be distilling and you’ll see them in action. Learn how Sky Wave Gin is distilled from botanicals to bottle and understand why our gin is famous for being so fabulously smooth.
- Next, let us tap into your inner gin aficionado and invite you to partake of a tutored gin tasting, sampling three of the seven gins in our range. We’ll guide you through the professional process, so you can enjoy the nuances of the different flavours. Our Master Distiller who created The World’s Best Contemporary Gin leads some of these sessions.
- As the ‘formal’ part of the event ends, relax in our bar and buy another G&T if you wish, while considering how you might enjoy using your 10% discount which is available on all retail purchases on the date of your Experience.
- Drivers’ Packs are available to take home for those unable to drink on the day.
What's Included
- Arrival G&T
- Three gins to taste
- 10% discount on all shop purchases on the day only
- Arrival G&T
- Three gins to taste
- 10% discount on all shop purchases on the day only
Meal Options
- A Sky Wave G&T - Guests will receive a Sky Wave G&T on arrival
- A Sky Wave G&T - Guests will receive a Sky Wave G&T on arrival
Additional Information
In this 75 minute Distillery Experience, you’ll enjoy a complimentary G&T on arrival whilst you listen to the story of Sky Wave, how we started and why. You’ll learn how we make our gin, what makes it so delicious and smooth, and you’ll meet our three stills. You’ll then go on to taste three of our gins in the style of International spirits…
In this 75 minute Distillery Experience, you’ll enjoy a complimentary G&T on arrival whilst you listen to the story of Sky Wave, how we started and why. You’ll learn how we make our gin, what makes it so delicious and smooth, and you’ll meet our three stills. You’ll then go on to taste three of our gins in the style of International spirits competitions, and learn first-hand just how delicious they are. Finally, you’ll be invited to enjoy your 10% discount on shop purchases, valid on the day of your Experience only.
Location
Heritage
Buckingham Road
Enter Bicester Heritage through the main entrance on Buckingham Road. The gatekeeper will direct you straight up the main avenue. Parking is only on the main car park to the rear of the building. Cars should not be parked in front of the distillery.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(121 Ratings)
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Stabletrip
Oct 20, 2024
Great Saturday afternoon - This is a fantastic way to spend a Saturday afternoon! Happily we live in walking distance so could take full advantage of the tasting - Helen was very knowledgeable and gave some great tips. The explanation of the distilling process was great and we came away with a couple of bottles from the shop - I doubt these will last long so I’m looking forward to trying the new refilling service!
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Kathroll
Oct 7, 2024
Interesting and informative experience. - A great, interesting talk and tour into the world of gin distilling and Sky Wave. Really detailed knowledge and lovely to try such delicious gins. Beautifully designed interior in a great location.
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Alchemboy
Oct 6, 2024
A tasty and informative experience - This was bought as a birthday treat. We were part of a nice small group. We arrived first and were given a warm welcome by Zac, who was our host for the session. The room was already laid out in readiness for our session, and we were given a gin and tonic while we waited for the other participants to arrive. Since I was driving I was given their alcohol-free gin and at the end a goodie bag of miniature gins and mixers.
Once we were all present and had received a complimentary G&T, Zac gave us an interesting talk about the origins of the Sky Wave gin and the distillery. We then went into the distillery itself and learnt more about the production of their various gins. This was followed by a tasting session. Zac was very knowledgeable and friendly and we had a very enjoyable time. At the end of the session there was no rush for us to leave and we were able to finish our drinks at a leisurely pace. There was no hard sell to buy their gin, but we didn't leave empty-handed. Definitely recommended.
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Foodreviewer42
Oct 2, 2024
Had a great experience! - We had a fantastic time, our tour guide was really friendly and really informative. We learnt the story of the sky wave gin brand, also got told some of the history about the heritage site it is at. We got to try all the different gins, 4 of which were pub measures, so well worth the money. We also stayed in the bar after and purchased a couple of their cocktails they make, and they were amazing! Especially the Chocolate Orange one. I highly recommend the tour, or even just visiting their bar to try their lovely cocktails. I will definitely be going back!
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J2683kvbrettr
Aug 28, 2024
If you like Gin you must do this! - Excellent experience and great fun in a stunning setting. We were very impressed with the knowledge of the lady who ran the experience, and she created a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
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L2066lvstephenr
Aug 18, 2024
Sky Wave Gin Tour - I attended with my wife and we were greeted very warmly and offered a gin and tonic straight away. My wife was driving so she had a non alcoholic gin but at the end of the tour she was given a a drivers pack which consisted of a double signature gin and a tonic which was a great touch. The tour started with an entertaining presentation on the origin of the company before we moved next door where the gin is distilled. We got to see the distillery and the process was explained. Next we went back to the meeting room where we had a gin tasting. We were given 3 gins to taste. This was very informative and great fun. The whole tour including the gin tasting lasted about 80 minutes. In that time I learned a lot about gin making and tasted 4 gins. This tour was informative, fun and great value for money, highly recommended.
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John
Aug 18, 2024
Great day well worth going - What a great day Helen are host was great very welcoming and had great knowledge of the history of gin and the company . I was welcomed with a non alcoholic drink as I was driving but informed that I will get a drive pack with gin. My partner was given a double gin (and that was just the start.) Tour of how it was made and history also of new product and awards they got since starting, then went to do the different testers and some of the herbs that are added all great measures. The area is full of history and lots to see. All in well worth the money and time. Would do it again in a heart beat great fun and thank you
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Deliadi
Aug 18, 2024
A fun and sociable afternoon - and great gin tasters! - Such a lovely thing to do. It helps to be a gin fan but even if you aren't, it's an interesting and fun way to spend 90 minutes. Helen our tour guide was fabulous; she was friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable, and it was interesting to hear the history of Sky Wave Gin. The Awards and Medals they've won are well deserved, the gin is very good. We also sampled some cocktails after the tour + tasting session, expertly made by Joe behind the bar - I can recommend the Basil Gimlet! We happened to be there on a Saturday afternoon, so we were able to stay into the evening for more drinks at the Bar 101 next door, enjoy the music on offer and the pop-up food truck. All in all a great afternoon / evening, and I would do it again.
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Sunloverkent
Aug 10, 2024
Brilliant experience - What a great experience. Helen our host was very welcoming and knowledgeable and nothing was too much trouble. Great Gin tasting and tour of the distillery.
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Stephenrc9284ws
Aug 9, 2024
The ideal gift for All Gin lovers. - My partner and i had a lovely afternoon at the Sky wave Gin Distillery which is set in the grounds of the very charming Bicester Heritage centre, on arrival we were warmly welcomed by Helen our host for the afternoon and a large glass of one of the award winning Gins, Helen was both very knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the company and the Gin Distillation which was really interesting, we then moved on to the tasting of numerous of the award winning Gins, for the people driving there were alcohol free Gins to drink on the day and a doggie bag of the real thing to take home with you which i thought was a nice gesture. before we set off for home i brought a bottle of the Navy strength Gin one of the many to choose from, ps. even the bottles have won an award, i will be keeping mine when empty as it will make for a lovely vase, all in all i would highly recommend a visit to the Sky Wave Gin Distillery.
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