Look, we’re not saying we’re gin connoisseurs, per se. It’s just that we always have a G&T in hand, expect excellent flavour quality, know how to judge a top tier tipple… you know what, screw it: we’re gin connoisseurs.

The point is, you can take it on good glugging authority that The Henley Distillery puts out some really bloody good gin. And if you won’t take our word for it, maybe you’ll trust The Spirits Business, and their hotly-anticipated second 2021 Gin Masters competition, which just awarded Henley Gin Classic Dry and Henley Gin Rhubarb & Orange a gold and a master medal, respectively. The Rhubarb & Orange was even described as being “leaps and bounds” above all others tested — which makes us feel smug for already liking it so much (told you: gin connoisseurs!).

Not bad for a distillery that only opened in June 2021, eh?

As well as producing single-shot sipping gin in traditional copper alembic stills, preserving the delicate botanical flavours and essential oils, The Henley Distillery also offers Gin Tasting Experiences. These take place in its picturesque 17th century threshing barn, and include a full distillery tour, plenty of tasting, and a mini bottle to take home, all for a very merry £15. See more here.

And for happy couples, the distillery offers special wedding packages where you and 12 guests can enjoy a premium tour and tasting experience, before distilling your very own gin. The distillery will then take your recipe and produce a set of personalised bottles — perfect for serving on the big day! Or for saving for anniversaries, or date-night cocktails, or sipping in front of the telly, or…