Distiller's & Union: A Unique Destination for Gin-Making and Craft Beer-Tasting
Distiller's & Union is a oneofakind destination that provides an interactive and engaging experience for those interested in ginmaking and craft beertasting. ### Guided GinMaking Workshop
Distiller’s & Union is a one-of-a-kind destination that provides an interactive and engaging experience for those interested in gin-making and craft beer-tasting.
Guided Gin-Making Workshop
The distillery’s guided gin-making workshop is a fun and interactive experience allowing visitors to create unique gin recipes. Visitors will receive a Steelworks cocktail and a plate of snacks, followed by a lesson in gin-making. First, they will learn about the different botanicals and flavors that make up a good gin. Next, they will select their preferred botanicals and flavors and measure them with a syringe. The bespoke gin recipe is then distilled in a mini copper gin still and bottled with the customized label of the visitor’s choice.
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Guided Beer-Tasting Experience
Distiller’s & Union also offers a guided beer-tasting experience at Sweet River Brewery, located on-site. Visitors get to sample four 200ml Sweet River Brewery beers, one 500ml beer of their choice, and one wood-fired pizza. In addition, the brewery aims to highlight the uniqueness of local flora, water, and joie de vivre.
Regular Events and Group Bookings
Distiller’s & Union offers regular gin-making and gin and beer-tasting events on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Visitors planning a group event can schedule it on the weekend for the entire 2-hour experience, which includes a tour of the working distillery.
History and Appreciation of Gin-Making
The distillery has a rich history of gin-making and offers visitors an opportunity to learn about the art of distilling gin. The experience is informative and fun; visitors leave with their unique gin recipe and a greater appreciation for the craft.
Distiller’s & Union is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for a unique and memorable experience in Cape Town. With its interactive gin-making workshop and guided beer-tasting expertise, it is sure to satisfy any craft beer, wine, or gin enthusiast.
Aiden Abrahams is a Cape Town-based journalist who chronicles the city’s shifting political landscape for the Weekend Argus and Daily Maverick. Whether tracking parliamentary debates or tracing the legacy of District Six through his family’s own displacement, he roots every story in the voices that braid the Peninsula’s many cultures. Off deadline you’ll find him pacing the Sea Point promenade, debating Kaapse klopse rhythms with anyone who’ll listen.
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