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Step into the Cotswolds Distillery in Stourton for a 90‑minute guided tour and tasting that walks you through grain to glass. Learn production, maturation, and tasting techniques while enjoying the full range of spirits — with non‑alcoholic options for drivers.
Step into the Cotswolds Distillery in Stourton for a 90‑minute guided tour and tasting that walks you through grain to glass. Learn production, maturation, and tasting techniques while enjoying the full range of spirits — with non‑alcoholic options for drivers.
Step off the lane into a low-slung distillery where copper stills catch the light and the air carries a warm, grainy scent. The tour begins in a convert‑industrial still house in Stourton, where guides move with easy authority through mash tuns and barrels, explaining processes that turn locally grown barley into spirit.
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Operated by Cotswolds Distillery · Stourton, Warwickshire
Step off the lane into a low-slung distillery where copper stills catch the light and the air carries a warm, grainy scent. The tour begins in a convert‑industrial still house in Stourton, where guides move with easy authority through mash tuns and barrels, explaining processes that turn locally grown barley into spirit.
This is part of England’s small but growing whisky revival: a modern distillery established in the 2010s that borrows old‑world techniques and local grain. Geologically the surrounding Cotswold limestone uplands feed well‑drained fields that give barley a clean, mineral character; culturally the operation sits between farming tradition and craft spirit making.
Expect a concise history of English distillation, a walk through production spaces (mash, stills, warehousing), and a sit‑down tasting covering the full product range — whisky and gin — with options for non‑drinking drivers. Guides highlight maturation choices, cask types, and tasting notes while showing the practical reasons behind barrel selection and aging times.
Plan for 90 minutes on your feet with some light walking and standing. Tours are wheelchair accessible and capped at small group sizes to keep it personal. Photography is usually allowed; tastings require ID. Practical tips: book ahead on busy weekends, arrive slightly early to check in, and allow time afterward to browse the shop or stroll nearby lanes. Whether you’re chasing tasting notes or curious about craft distilling, this tour mixes hands‑on detail with a clear picture of how English whisky is being remade.
easy.
1.5 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; requires standing and short walks over level surfaces
The guided tour and tasting lasts approximately 90 minutes and includes a walk through production areas plus a seated tasting.
Tastings cover the distillery’s full range of spirits; drivers are catered for with alternative, non‑alcoholic options so they don’t miss the experience.
Yes — production spaces and transportation options are listed as wheelchair accessible, though call ahead for any specific assistance needs.
Full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start; no refund within 24 hours. Bookings may be canceled for bad weather or insufficient travelers.
Part of the modern English whisky movement, this distillery opened in the 2010s to produce single‑malt whisky using locally sourced grain and traditional stilling methods.
The distillery emphasizes local barley sourcing and limited‑scale production; visitors are encouraged to respect site rules to minimize disturbance and waste.
Cotswolds Distillery operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Step off the lane into a low-slung distillery where copper stills catch the light and the air carries a warm, grainy scent. The tour begins in a convert‑industrial still house in Stourton, where guides move with easy authority through mash tuns and barrels, explaining processes that turn locally grown barley into spirit.
Step off the lane into a low-slung distillery where copper stills catch the light and the air carries a warm, grainy scent. The tour begins in a convert‑industrial still house in Stourton, where guides move with easy authority through mash tuns and barrels, explaining processes that turn locally grown barley into spirit.
This is part of England’s small but growing whisky revival: a modern distillery established in the 2010s that borrows old‑world techniques and local grain. Geologically the surrounding Cotswold limestone uplands feed well‑drained fields that give barley a clean, mineral character; culturally the operation sits between farming tradition and craft spirit making.
Expect a concise history of English distillation, a walk through production spaces (mash, stills, warehousing), and a sit‑down tasting covering the full product range — whisky and gin — with options for non‑drinking drivers. Guides highlight maturation choices, cask types, and tasting notes while showing the practical reasons behind barrel selection and aging times.
Plan for 90 minutes on your feet with some light walking and standing. Tours are wheelchair accessible and capped at small group sizes to keep it personal. Photography is usually allowed; tastings require ID. Practical tips: book ahead on busy weekends, arrive slightly early to check in, and allow time afterward to browse the shop or stroll nearby lanes. Whether you’re chasing tasting notes or curious about craft distilling, this tour mixes hands‑on detail with a clear picture of how English whisky is being remade.