Step inside Essex Spirits Co in Chelmsford for a hands-on distillery tour and tasting. Meet the founder, see the craft in action, and sample an authentic range of locally made gins, vodka, and rum.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
No special physical fitness required; comfortable mobility for stairs is beneficial.
Wildlife
History
Chelmsford was granted city status in 2012 and has deep historical roots dating back to Roman Britain, reflecting a rich industrial and cultural past.
Conservation
Essex Spirits Co emphasizes sustainable sourcing and local production to reduce transport emissions and support regional agriculture.
Essex Spirits Co
Step inside Essex Spirits Co in Chelmsford for a hands-on distillery tour and tasting. Meet the founder, see the craft in action, and sample an authentic range of locally made gins, vodka, and rum.
Essex Spirits Co is a craft distillery based in Chelmsford, England, offering hands‑on distillery experiences and guided tastings.
The distillery operates a Tour & Tasting that starts with a welcome drink, includes a walk‑through of the production process, and provides guided tastings of gin, vodka and rum. The Tour & Tasting is presented by the founder, giving visitors direct insight into the distillation approach used on site and the local craftsmanship behind the spirits. Guests also have the opportunity to purchase bottles at a discount during the tour.
For a more participatory session, Essex Spirits Co runs a Make Your Own workshop. Participants enjoy a welcome drink, learn the basics of distillation, taste a range of botanicals and ingredients, and design a personalised vodka, gin or rum. Finished bottles are taken home, and the distillery saves each visitor’s recipe for future orders, enabling reorders of a visitor’s exact spirit and keeping a recipe record for convenient repeat purchases later.
Essex Spirits Co focuses on small‑batch craft production and experiential visits in Chelmsford. The distillery emphasises hands‑on learning and direct engagement with the spirit‑making process. Booking details and session availability are provided by the distillery at reservation; visitors are advised to check availability and book in advance to secure space on the preferred Tour & Tasting or Make Your Own session.
Location
Chelmsford
Distillery in Essex, England
Experiences
2 Experiences
Tour & Tasting; Make Your Own
Founder-led
Tour led by founder
Meet the distillery founder
In‑tour Discount
Yes
Buy spirits at a discount
Book a Tour & Tasting or a Make Your Own session to taste, learn, and take home a bottle crafted during your visit.
Bring a valid ID
You must be over 18 and will be asked for ID due to licensing laws.
Designated driver options available
Non-drinkers receive soft drinks and take-home samples, ensuring full participation.
Wear comfortable shoes
There is a short walk downstairs to the distillery floor and back upstairs to the tasting room on a mezzanine level.
Plan for parking or transit
The distillery is in a business complex; public transport or pre-booked taxis are recommended for ease.
Comfortable walking shoes
To easily navigate stairs between the distillery floor and tasting room.
Valid Photo ID
Required for age verification due to legal tasting regulations.
Notebook or digital device
For jotting down tasting notes and learnings about spirit production.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated before or after tastings, especially during summer visits.