Hilltop Exeter Gin - Juniper Rich, Award-Winning, Complex and Smooth, Bold Aroma, 100 Percent Recyclable, Luxurious Treat, Great Taste, Family Run, 44 Percent ABV, 1 x 70 cl

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Devon Cove creates exceptional vodka using King Edward Potatoes which are lovingly grown on their family farm overlooking the beautiful fishing village of Hope Cove. Their copper pot, single distilled vodka is handcrafted in an artisan distillery, made only from the finest ingredients, to ensure its smooth, luxurious taste. This dreamy, spiced apple spirit used to be made in the rafters above The Fat Pig pub in Central Exeter. Opened initially by Hamish Lothian, not only was it the UK’s first commercial micro-distillery, he also distilled Exeter’s very first gin. It’s run by George Nightingale, who also owns Spoken restaurant in Exmouth– which is one of my favourite places to eat in the town! Producing a wide range of spirits such as rums, gins, vodkas and even an apple pie moonshine, Exeter Distillery are unique alchemists who also offer tasting sessions as well as hosting live music and DJs in their bar. Quayside Distillery, Exeter

Here’s some more information about private hire at the distillery. Where is the Exeter Quayside Distillery? Whether you prefer traditional gin or London dry gin, there’s no denying that both styles offer something unique when it comes to taste and flavour profile. By understanding the differences between them—including their origins, ingredients, and production methods—you can better appreciate each one for what it has to offer. It's important to understand the subtle differences between regular gins and those made according to strict English standards so that you can make an informed decision when selecting your next bottle of this classic spirit. Interested to learn more? Next to taste is his four times distilled charcoal filtered wheat Vodka named ‘Militant’. Wow! At 42% the alcohol is ridiculously smooth and one of the best vodka’s I’ve ever tasted. This product is a pure labour of love and made in such tiny quantities it’s unlikely you’ll be able to buy a bottle anywhere. While it’s an organised tour, it’s quite a relaxed affair, with lots of opportunities to ask questions about making gin and vodka and, of course, the chance to try their range of drinks. Make your own gin

Rum producers Two Drifters are an environmentally friendly and carbon negative distillery based in an aircraft-style hanger near Exeter airport. It started off being a brewery and a distillery but due to popular demand, they converted all their equipment to creating delicious-tasting rum. Copper Frog Distillery, Exmouth Located in the heart of Salcombe, Salcombe Gin create luxurious gins using the finest botanicals and water from Dartmoor to create a perfectly balanced drink. Their distillery also contains a light and airy bar and they host a gin school where you can distil your own bottle of gin. The Dartmouth Distillery Co nr, Ivybridge Devon is known for many great things, from our stunning coastlines to the traditional Devonshire cream teas. It’s also known for our vast selection of locally produced alcohol. Throughout the region, we have lots of independent and unique distilleries who lovingly produce sensational gins, vodkas and rums. Discover the distilleries of South Devon below. Dartmoor Whiskey Distillery, Bovey Tracey

If you’re a fan of gin, you’ve probably heard of London Dry Gin. But do you know what makes it special? It’s important to understand the difference between regular gin and London Dry Gin because each style has a unique flavour and aroma. Let's explore the unique characteristics that set London Dry Gin apart from regular gin. What Is Gin? This informative experience is ideal for any gin lovers who want to sample a range of drinks and learn more about England’s favourite spirit! Experience brings confidence and confidence delivers style which is how I would describe his range – stylish! The original recipes have all been refined and have become more polished including his Bad Fagin’s Devon Gin which is very smooth, the spices are warming and the fresh orange on the finish is intense. The Gin Nest is a gin school based in Torquay where you can create your own gin using a traditional copper pot still. During their sessions you’ll also learn about the history of gin, the different methods to make it and how different botanicals can change the flavour. Papillon Gin, Moretonhampstead This is why they decided to introduce make-your-own gin experiences, enabling people to use a fusion of botanicals to create their own unique gin.Roman occupation of Exeter occurred between AD55 and AD380 in a time called ‘ISCA Dumnoniorum.’ This name was derived through ISCA’s proximity to the flowing water of the River Exe. This is followed by Hamish’s ‘Apple Pie Moonshine’, another intensive process which Hamish admits has taken many months to perfect, the base spirit is grain alcohol which is blended with apple juice concentrate, apple syrup, demerara sugar and cinnamon. The process can’t be rushed therefore production is very time consuming but the result is a real crowd pleaser, one sip and you are hooked. If you’re in the middle of planning a special group getaway look no further than Exeter – we’ve put together the best activities in our city. We guarantee these will be crowd pleasers!

Three years on from my first interview with the owner of the UK’s smallest distillery Hamish Lothian is a happy man enjoying life and having fun experimenting with his stills and bringing an array of skillfully crafted spirits to us, he no longer runs the country’s smallest distillery since moving to new larger premises under the railway arches in Exeter’s St Thomas area. Our quaint Grade II listed building houses a stunning handmade copper bar area at ground level with further seating available in ‘The Library’ upstairs. You will be hosted and served with a smile, by our resident gin experts. The Perfect Serve If you want to take a taxi, you can use Uber or Apple Cabs, a local taxi firm that runs taxis on the metre and takes card. Sidmouth Gin is a small, family-run distillery who use botanicals sourced fresh from the beach and surrounding Sid Valley area, giving their gin a true taste of Sidmouth. They currently boast two awards for their gins. Devon Cove, Hope Cove After tasting Devon Gin, Hamish brings out a second gin not yet labelled so the cloudiness is clearly visible through the clear glass bottle. Cloudy Gins are not uncommon as the botanicals are full of essential oils (in particular the juniper berries and citrus peels) these oils dissolve during distillation and are held in the ethanol solution, when water is added (during the cutting process) the oils drop out of the solution causing a milky cloud, this is known as louching. Many distillers will try to avoid louching by controlling the botanicals or filtering (which can cause loss of delicate flavours) instead Hamish has embraced the louche effect and named this gin ‘Ghost’ – great! A cloudy spirit called Ghost is pretty inspired. The mere fact the recipe has double the juniper of his Devon Gin obviously contributes to the cloudiness, this recipe also includes liquorice and green anise, he explains that he’s still fine tuning it but I know this is going to be a sure hit.London Dry Gin is a subset of gin that was popularised in England during the 18th century. The key difference between regular gin and London dry gin is that while regular gins are often sweetened after distillation (with sugar or syrup), London dry gins are not sweetened at all—a feature that gives them a less syrupy taste and more of an herbal bite. Additionally, traditional English recipes call for only natural ingredients—no artificial flavours or colours are allowed in London dry gins. This means that all flavour is derived solely from botanicals like juniper, coriander seeds, citrus peel and aromatics, which give it a distinctively herbal taste. As its name implies, it must also be bottled in England to be considered genuine London Dry Gin. Exeter Quayside Distillery offers full distillery tours, where you can learn about the exact process that goes into making their gin. Whether you want to create a gin for a special occasion, make a birthday present, or just fancy having your own unique spirit, you’ll love this gin-making experience. Exeter – a city full of fabulous food and drink, addictive culture, picture-perfect spots and exciting activities. This makes it a city PERFECT for a hen and stag do!