Behind the Copper: A two-hour tasting of five small-batch gins at Bristol Dry Gin Micro Distillery

BRISTOL DISTILLERY FIELD GUIDE

Behind the Copper: A two-hour tasting of five small-batch gins at Bristol Dry Gin Micro Distillery

A concise, distiller-led tasting—five seasonal gins across two hours—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan your visit.

Behind the Copper: A two-hour tasting of five small-batch gins at Bristol Dry Gin Micro Distillery.

Duration
2 hours
Location
Bristol
Operator
Bristol Dry Gin Micro Distillery
Category
Distillery
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Sip on small-batch gins while a friendly distiller shares the craft’s stories: from the distillery’s methods to the botanicals that define each bottle. The tasting blends relaxed conversation, hands-on explanation and a guided sequence of five seasonal gins produced on site—an approachable deep dive for gin lovers.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

Five seasonal, locally produced gins
THE SPIRITS

Five seasonal, locally produced gins

You taste five of the distillery’s best seasonal gins, each produced on site and chosen to showcase different flavour profiles and styles.

Informal, distiller‑led conversation
THE HOST

Informal, distiller‑led conversation

The tasting is lighthearted yet informative and hosted by a friendly distiller who explains history, production methods and botanical selection in a relaxed setting.

A cosy, beautiful tasting room
THE SETTING

A cosy, beautiful tasting room

The distillery’s tasting takes place in a cosy, welcoming space that complements the casual but attentive mood of the session.

What the day feels like

What it feels like

Arrive to a garnished gin & tonic, settle into a cosy tasting room and follow a guided sequence of five small-batch gins as the distiller explains the history of gin, the distillery’s production methods, and how botanicals shape flavour. The session is casual, welcoming and curated to introduce you to the breadth of the distillery’s award‑winning output in a two‑hour tasting.

Five seasonal, locally produced gins

THE SPIRITS

Five seasonal, locally produced gins

You taste five of the distillery’s best seasonal gins, each produced on site and chosen to showcase different flavour profiles and styles.

Informal, distiller‑led conversation

THE HOST

Informal, distiller‑led conversation

The tasting is lighthearted yet informative and hosted by a friendly distiller who explains history, production methods and botanical selection in a relaxed setting.

A cosy, beautiful tasting room

THE SETTING

A cosy, beautiful tasting room

The distillery’s tasting takes place in a cosy, welcoming space that complements the casual but attentive mood of the session.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this tasting suits — and who should look elsewhere.

1
Gin EnthusiastsIdeal: a focused, distiller‑led tasting of five small‑batch spirits over two hours; you’ll appreciate the production detail and seasonal varieties.
2
Groups of FriendsWell suited: the informal, welcoming format and shared tasting of multiple gins make this a social, convivial outing.
3
Couples on an Evening OutGood match: a relaxed two‑hour tasting provides a straightforward, intimate experience led by the distiller.
4
Families with ChildrenNot suitable: the tasting has an 18+ age requirement, so it is not appropriate for children or under‑18s.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

This is a two-hour tasting experience.

What to Bring

The distillery does not list any specialist equipment to bring; the tasting is presented as a casual, hosted session.

Meeting point

Meet at The Rummer, All Saints Lane, Bristol BS1 1JH.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the tasting?

The tasting runs for two hours.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet at The Rummer, All Saints Lane, Bristol BS1 1JH.

Is there an age restriction?

Yes — the tasting is for guests aged 18 and over.

How many gins will I taste?

You taste five of the distillery’s seasonal gins during the session.

Who leads the tasting?

A friendly distiller from Bristol Dry Gin Micro Distillery hosts the tasting and explains the history and production methods.

What tone is the tasting?

The tasting is described as informal, lighthearted yet informative in a cosy setting.