Bombay Sapphire Distillery Tour & Gin & Tonic near Winchester
Make Your Own Gin & Tonic, Then Learn How Bombay Sapphire Actually Gets Made
You make your own gin & tonic at the start, then spend 90 minutes with a distillery host exploring the ten botanicals in the glasshouses, learning your flavor preferences in the Botanical Room, and discovering the vapor infusion process that makes Bombay Sapphire distinct. The tour wraps in the afternoon, and you leave understanding the gin from the inside out.
Step-by-step itinerary
Bombay Sapphire Distillery tour and tasting
- Make gin & tonic at Turbine Bar
- Watch Bombay Sapphire cinema room
- Explore distillery with guide
- Discover botanicals in Glasshouses
- Experience Botanical Room sensory tour
- Learn vapour infusion distillation process
What’s included
Your experience includes a complimentary Bombay Sapphire and tonic (or non-alcoholic alternative) made at the Turbine Bar, entry to the distillery, a 90-minute hosted tour through the Botanical Glasshouses and Botanical Room, and an explanation of the rare vapour infusion distillation process used to make Bombay Sapphire gin.
- Wednesday and Thursday 11:00 14:00
- Friday and Sunday 11:00 11:30 13:30 15:30
- Saturday 11:00 12:30 13:30 14:30 15:30 16:00 16:30
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Bombay Sapphire Distillery tour near Winchester with hosted guide, gin & tonic making, and botanical glasshouse walk. 90 minutes, small groups, wheelchair accessible.
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The experience
The Turbine Bar is where most people start, and the first thing you notice is that you're not being handed a drink. You're making one. The self-serve gin dispensers sit there waiting, and your guide walks you through it: pick your Bombay Sapphire expression, pour it over ice, add tonic, and that's your complimentary gin & tonic before the tour even begins. It's a small thing, but it shifts something. You're not a spectator yet. You're already part of the process.
After the bar, you head into the Cinema Room to get your head around what Bombay Sapphire actually is (the brand, the history, the whole thing), before moving into the real tour. Your distillery host takes you through the Botanical Glasshouses, where the ten exotic botanicals that go into every bottle are growing right there in front of you. The glasshouses were designed by Heatherwick Studios, and it shows. The space doesn't feel like a factory tour. Then comes the Botanical Room, which is less a room and more a sensory setup where you start to understand your own flavor preferences: what you're drawn to, what makes sense to your palate. Your host helps you navigate it, pointing out how each botanical contributes to the final gin.
The rare vapour infusion distillation process is the thing that actually sets Bombay Sapphire apart from other gins, and that's where the tour gets technical. Your host explains how the botanicals are infused using vapor rather than being steeped in the spirit. It's a slower, more delicate method that preserves the subtle flavors. You see the equipment, understand the logic behind it, and by the end of the 90 minutes you've moved from making your own drink to understanding why Bombay Sapphire tastes the way it does. The distillery is at Laverstoke Mill near Winchester, and the whole experience is wheelchair accessible. There's a small amount of walking involved and some uneven surfaces, so closed-toe shoes are required. The venue is cashless, so bring a card or use contactless payment.
Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (13 to 17 years); Infant (under 13): free.
How long is the Bombay Sapphire Distillery tour?
The tour is 90 minutes, including your gin & tonic making at the start and the full distillery walk with a hosted guide.
What's included in the tour?
Entry to the distillery, a complimentary Bombay Sapphire and tonic (or non-alcoholic alternative), and a 90-minute guided experience through the glasshouses, Botanical Room, and production areas.
Where is the Bombay Sapphire Distillery located?
The distillery is at Laverstoke Mill near Winchester, in Hampshire. Public transportation options are available nearby.
Do I need to wear anything specific?
Closed-toe shoes are required. Open-toed shoes and high heels are not permitted. The tour operates in all weather, so dress appropriately.
Is the distillery wheelchair accessible?
Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. Manual wheelchairs are available to book on request. There is a small amount of walking and some uneven surfaces.
What's the minimum age for the tour?
The minimum drinking age is 18 years. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Valid photo ID is required (Challenge 25 policy).
Are service animals allowed?
Yes, service animals are allowed throughout the distillery.
What payment methods are accepted?
The distillery is cashless and only accepts card or contactless payments.
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Bombay Sapphire Distillery Tour & Gin & Tonic near Winchester
1h 30m · EN
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