Aside from a brief fall out from fashion in the Victorian era, Londoners have loved gin for centuries. Our affair with the feted spirit shows no sign of slowing down with more gin tasting experiences in London than ever. Whether you want to know the history of gin or are keen to learn how to knock up the perfect G&T, these London gin masterclasses are just the ticket.
Discover the hidden gem that is 58 and CO, the award-winning distillery nestled in East London. This is the ultimate playground for botanical enthusiasts, offering a variety of fun activities.
Grab your tickets for the gin school, starting at just £125 per person, and learn to distil your very own bottle to take home. Plus, don't miss out on exclusive tasting events that pair exquisite drinks with scrumptious cheeses, and get hands-on experience in vermouth masterclasses.
Fancy splashing out on a fancy gin tasting experience in London? Sem's of Mayfair at The Chesterfield Mayfair is home to a stunning masterclass in all things G&T. You'll have four menus to choose from, allowing for plenty of creative flavour pairings.
Skylon Bar and Restaurant is hosting a Gin-Lovers Experience, where those of you with a penchant for the spirit can join them for a G&T masterclass led by their expert mixologist. Start with a drinks tasting then finish with a three-course lunch.
@ Mr Fogg's Gin Parlour on Various dates from Saturday 29th August 2026
Head to Mr Fogg's Gin Parlour near Leicester Square for a fantastic Gin Safari, taking you o a journey through this drink. The 90-minute session comes with expert guidance, teaching you all about gin, botanicals and tonics - so you'll leave a master on the subject.
After all that new knowledge, it would be rude not to put it to use, right? You'll get to enjoy a cocktail made using their collection of over 230 gins, paired with tasty light bites - all included in your £44 ticket.
Fan of the ol' tipple? Get ready as London Bridge Distillery School boasts a fabulous gin distilling experience at its best-loved venue. With the help of experts, you'll learn how to blend your very own bevvies using 24 different botanicals, before taking your creation home.
Do you have a taste for botanical blends? If gin is your tipple of choice, why not try your hand at blending your own bottles? Get down to Martello Hall or Serata Hall where you'll blend, bottle and name two of your own gins to take away at this unique masterclass.
All striking red decor, original artworks and signature champagne trolleys, The New York Bar is a super stylish spot whenever you stop by. Book in for a gin tasting experience and it gets even more sophisticated.
Guided by resident mixologists, you'll taste your way through three seasonal gins just a stone's throw from Buckingham Palace. As well as perfectly paired tonics, each tipple is matched by an equally delicious selection of small plates, packing in the likes of grilled jumbo prawns and cauliflower cheese croquettes.
@ Battersea Power Station on Friday 11th and Saturday 12th September 2026
If you're heading down to Battersea Power Station for the celebrAsia Festival this September, make sure to add this liquid adventure to your itinerary. Taking place on 11th and 12th September, the Gin Malaya Masterclass is a 60-minute deep dive into the unique flavours of Southeast Asia.
You'll get to meet the team behind the spirit, sip on a welcome drink, and learn the story behind the botanicals that make this gin stand out from London Dry.
Soak up gin and tonics, various tasters and even an extremely rare gin from Merchant House's private collection at one of the bar's group masterclasses, running throughout this summer.
@ London Bridge Distillery School on Saturday 29th August 2026 and 13 other Saturdays
Create your own spirit with 24 specially selected botanicals to choose from with a ticket to London Bridge Distillery School's Gin Experience. Classes last two and a half hours and include a welcome drink, tastings, plus a 50cl bottle of your concoction to take home with you.
Housed in the spot where Portobello Road gin is made, Gin Tonica is a mecca for gin lovers. You can stay in the hotel rooms upstairs, there's a London gin making experience downstairs, and the restaurant has more than 100 types of gin.
