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.
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Last updated on 8th May 2025
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.
@ Mr Fogg's Hat Tavern & Gin Club on Saturday 28th June 2025 and 20 other Saturdays
If you're looking for an experience that's a little whackier than the usual drinks class, then you're going to love what Mr Fogg's Victorian Gin Sip has in store for you. Taking place at its Central London haunt, you will be guided on a tasting adventure after being met with a complimentary G&T and hat to wear, adorned with mini vials. Immerse yourself in botanicals, enjoy two bespoke cocktails and snack on nibbles for £58 per person.
@ London Eye Millenium Pier on Various dates from Sunday 22nd June 2025
If quaffing a lip-smacking G&T while enjoying London's stunning landmarks, then check out Thames Lates. This 50-minute part-guided experience will have you grooving along to tunes from DJ Mikee Snooze on the water, followed by a drink under Tower Bridge at sunset.
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.
Fan of the ol' tipple? Then you'll get to take part in a gin-tasting class at Canova Hall in Brixton. At this venue, you'll get stuck into a flight with five small batch gins that are all distilled in-house, all while learning some fun facts along the way.
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.
Fancy splashing out on a fancy gin tasting experience in London? The Terrace Bar 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.
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.
@ London Bridge Distillery School on Saturday 28th June 2025 and 26 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.
Joining forces with local gin brands for mead cocktail nights is Gosnells Of London, whose taproom plays host. Your ticket includes three bespoke serves, alongside plenty of info from the meadery and distillery too.
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.
Boasting cocktail masterclasses, gin blending activities and flight tastings, Teatro Hall's in-house distillery is a real gem. And when you've picked your experience? You'll have experts on hand, alongside plenty of opportunities to quaff the lip-smacking pours.
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.
For gin lovers, the Gin Tasting & Masterclass at Greenwich Distillery is a must-visit. Tucked inside the stunning Old Royal Naval College, this experience blends history, craftsmanship, and some seriously good sips. You'll explore different botanicals, taste a curated flight of small-batch gins, and gain expert insight into what makes each pour unique.
