Gin Making Experience

The Gin Making Experience offers a unique opportunity for gin enthusiasts. Led by local experts, participants embark on a 90-minute distillation process where they can craft their own custom gin. Guests select from a variety of botanicals, learning about the complexities of gin-making while creating a personalized bottle to take home. This intimate, small-group experience caters to foodies and science enthusiasts alike, providing an interactive look into the art of gin production. But the true delight lies in discovering the secrets behind crafting the perfect libation.

Key Points

1. A 90-minute distillation experience where participants can craft their own custom gin by selecting botanicals under the guidance of a local expert.

2. Intimate group size of up to 10 people allows for personalized attention and an opportunity to learn the science behind gin production.

3. Participants can bottle and label their custom gin creation to take home as a unique souvenir.

4. The experience includes gin and craft spirit tastings, providing an immersive exploration of the art of gin-making.

5. The meeting point is located at 1110 NE 8th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, with ample parking available around the building.

Experience Overview

This hands-on gin-making experience combines a distillery tour with an informative science class, offering participants the chance to craft their own custom gin.

Under the guidance of a local expert, you’ll learn about the distillation process and have the opportunity to taste different types of gin.

Then, you’ll choose your own blend of botanicals to create a unique gin flavor.

The 90-minute distillation process allows you to bottle and label your personalized gin, which you’ll take home at the end of the class.

With a maximum of 10 people per group, this experience provides an intimate and engaging way to explore the art of gin-making.

Class Details

Typically, the gin-making experience accommodates small groups of up to 10 people, making it an ideal choice for foodies and science enthusiasts seeking an intimate and engaging activity.

During the 90-minute distillation process, you will learn about the intricate art of gin production, from the selection of botanicals to the distillation techniques.

Under the guidance of a local expert, guests will have the opportunity to create their own unique gin flavor by choosing from a variety of botanicals.

At the end of the class, you will bottle and label their custom gin, taking home a one-of-a-kind souvenir to savor and share.

Inclusions

The gin-making experience includes alcoholic beverages, as you will have the opportunity to taste different types of gin and craft spirits throughout the class.

Along With the informative distillation process, guests will get to sample various gin styles to better understand the nuances of this popular spirit.

As the highlight of the experience, you will create their own custom gin, complete with a personalized bottle and label to take home. This allows them to explore the art of gin-making and experiment with different botanicals to craft a unique flavor profile.

The inclusion of these tastings and the final gin product make this a thoroughly immersive and engaging gin-making experience.

Meeting Information

The meeting point for the gin-making experience is located at 1110 NE 8th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, USA. Parking is available around the building, and the entrance is on the south side. The end point of the experience is the same as the meeting point.

The experience takes place in a small group of up to 10 people, making it an ideal choice for foodies and science buffs.

Participants will get to taste different types of gin and learn about the distillation process before creating their own unique gin flavor.

At the end of the 90-minute distillation process, you will bottle and label their custom gin to take home as a souvenir.

Additional Information

Confirmation of booking occurs within 48 hours, subject to availability.

The experience is wheelchair and stroller accessible, and service animals are allowed. It’s located near public transportation, but infants must sit on laps during the transportation, which is also wheelchair accessible. Surfaces throughout the venue are wheelchair accessible.

Pregnant travelers and those with heart problems or other serious medical conditions aren’t recommended to participate.

The class is limited to a maximum of 10 people, making it a good choice for foodies and science enthusiasts. Participants will get to take home a bottle of their custom-made gin as well as have the opportunity to taste local craft spirits during the experience.

Distillation Process

During the 90-minute distillation process, participants get to choose from a variety of botanicals to craft their own unique gin flavor. The instructor guides them through the science behind distillation, explaining how the botanicals interact and infuse the spirit.

Guests have the opportunity to:

• Experiment with different herb and spice combinations to create their custom gin profile
• Witness the distillation equipment in action and learn how temperature and pressure affect the final product
• Ask questions and gain a deeper understanding of the gin-making process from an expert

This hands-on experience allows participants to become gin makers themselves, leaving with a personalized bottle of their very own artisanal gin.

Botanical Selection

Participants choose from an array of botanicals to craft their personalized gin flavor profile.

Juniper berries, coriander, cardamom, and citrus peels are some of the classic ingredients they can select from.

The local guide explains how each botanical contributes unique notes, from the piney aroma of juniper to the bright, zesty flavors of citrus.

Guests experiment, blending and balancing the botanicals to achieve their desired taste.

It’s a hands-on, interactive experience that allows them to learn about the complex art of gin-making while creating a custom spirit they can take home.

With guidance from the expert, participants discover how small tweaks to the botanical selection can dramatically transform the gin’s character.

Custom Gin Creation

After exploring the array of botanicals and learning how each contributes distinct flavors, guests roll up their sleeves and start blending their personalized gin recipe. Under the guidance of the local expert, they carefully measure and combine the botanicals to achieve their desired taste profile.

The distillation process then transforms their unique botanical blend into a custom gin that they can bottle and take home as a one-of-a-kind souvenir.

The gin making experience offers:

• An opportunity to create a custom gin tailored to your preferences
• Hands-on involvement in the distillation process
• A unique, personalized bottle of gin to savor and share

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Bring My Own Botanicals to the Class?

The class does not mention the option to bring your own botanicals. However, it states that you will choose botanicals to create their own gin flavor during the 90-minute distillation process, so it’s likely that is provided by the experience.

Will I Receive a Recipe for the Gin I Make?

Yes, participants receive a recipe for the custom gin they create during the class. The recipe includes the specific botanicals chosen and the distillation process details, allowing them to recreate their gin at home.

How Skilled Do I Need to Be in Mixology?

You don’t need to be a skilled mixologist to participate. This gin-making class is designed for beginners, guiding you step-by-step through the process of crafting your own custom gin, regardless of your prior experience.

Are There Any Age Restrictions for Participants?

The experience has a minimum age requirement of 21 years old, as it involves the consumption of alcoholic beverages. Participants must be of legal drinking age to participate in the gin-making class.

Can I Choose to Not Consume the Alcohol Produced?

Yes, participants can choose not to consume the alcohol they produce during the experience. They can opt to bottle and take home their custom gin without tasting it.

Recap

The Gin Making Experience offers a unique opportunity to craft a personalized bottle of gin.

Participants learn about the art of distillation and can customize their gin by selecting from a variety of botanicals.

This intimate, small-group experience is perfect for foodies and science enthusiasts looking to explore the complexities of gin-making and take home a one-of-a-kind souvenir.