The Ginstitute - The Original Gin Blending Experience in London
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $145 / person
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- The Ginstitute Experience
- Meeting point
- Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled experience.The company is located within The Portobello Star, 171 Portobello Road, London, W11 2DY.As this is a hosted group experience, we recommend arriving on time to ensure you don't miss the introduction.
Description
Make a day of Portobello Road and make a gin of your own. Explore the market when it is trading, browse the shops and soak up Notting Hill before heading above an old British pub for cocktails, storytelling and a hands-on taste of London's gin heritage. At The Ginstitute, above The Portobello Star, settle in for a spirited 2.5-hour tutored journey through gin's colourful and often miserable past. Over cocktails, your gin instructor brings together the drink's origins, London's Gin Craze and its place in British drinking culture. Then discover what you like in your glass. In a group of no more than 12, smell and taste individual botanical distillates before choosing the flavours for your own gin. Leave with a personal 70cl bottle: a taste of your time on Portobello Road, made to your preferences. Your recipe is saved for future paid reorders to keep your own bespoke Gin blend well stocked for the future.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Sat and Sun
- Start times
- 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 17
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $145
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:41 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Alcoholic Beverages
Not included
Meals
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
The Ginstitute - The Original Gin Blending Experience in London lasts about 2h 30min.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $145 per person for this London experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Saturdays and Sundays, starting at 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled experience. The company is located within The Portobello Star, 171 Portobello Road, London, W11 2DY. As this is a hosted group experience, we recommend arriving on time to ensure you don't miss the introduction. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 12 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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