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Sipsmith Distillery Tour and Complimentary Tasting

4.9 · 140 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 96% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ London Operated by Sipsmith Ltd Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Likely to sell out
Duration
1h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
12:30, 13:00, 14:00, 16:00, 16:30, 18:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Visit a London gin distillery to learn how its gin is made, then sample the results.

A gin drink on arrival, four tasting samples and a gift bag are included; attendance is restricted to adults aged eighteen and over. 4.86 from 140 reviews at €36 per person for 1h 30m.

In our comparison: #35 of 48 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €36 per adult.

Included and not included

  • gift bag
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gin based drink on arrival
  • 4 complimentary samples
  • Optional purchase for our Sipping Society Year membership

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Reviews

4.9
140 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 135 of 140

Star breakdown of all 140 ratings

5 stars
128 · 91%
4 stars
7 · 5%
3 stars
3 · 2%
2 stars
1 · 1%
1 star
1 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the hosts and gin tastings; some find the experience too focused on a seated talk.

Praised

  • Friendly, engaging hosts explain gin history and the distilling process
  • Varied gin tastings and welcome drinks that reviewers enjoy
  • A relaxed setting for tasting gin beside the distillery's stills
  • Takeaway gifts are often appreciated as an extra

Complaints

  • Some expected a tour of production areas but found a mostly seated talk
  • Some struggle to hear the presenter during parts of the talk
  • Sessions sometimes overrun and interfere with later plans
  • Uncomfortable seating during the presentation

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (6 May 2025 to 27 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Sipsmith Distillery, 83 Cranbrook Road, Chiswick, W4 2LJ London, United Kingdom · Open in Google Maps
Departure
12:30, 13:00, 14:00, 16:00, 16:30, 18:30 daily; scheduled through December 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Sipsmith Ltd; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

We're proud of every drop of gin we produce here at the Sipsmith Distillery in London, the first of its kind to open since 1820, and we'd love for you to join us to discover how we make it.

Our tours take place every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday  at 6.30pm until 8.00pm and selected Fridays at 4.30pm until 6.00pm

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • No persons under 18 are allowed onsite

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Good to know

  • Food included Gin based drink on arrival
  • Age 18+ No persons under 18 are allowed onsite

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

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