Places for the Best Gin Tasting York – if you are looking for a fun experience in York, tasting some delicious gins then have a look at our list of places for try gin tasting in York.
The Bloody York Gin Tour
12 Pavement, York YO1 9UP
The Bloody York Gin Tour is a two-hour walking and gin-drinking tour, “mixing horrible history and restorative York Gins at three bars along the route. You’ll be led by award-winning ‘Mad Alice’ – one of TripAdvisor’s most popular tour guides in the city. It’s completely different and a thoroughly entertaining way to appreciate York’s macabre history. It’s unlike any other gin tour! It follows the stories of the city’s most notorious and lesser-known outlaws including Guy Fawkes, Dick Turpin and ‘The Yorkshire Witch’, Mary Bateman. The tour includes 3 different single York Gin & tonics, including the Navy Strength (57%ABV) York Gin Outlaw – our tribute to the city’s villains. The tour is in the centre of York, starting outside the beautiful and historic York Gin shop on Pavement.”
Revolution Bar – Gin Academy
Coney St, York YO1 9NA
At Revolution Bar “Our brand new Gin Academy is overflowing with fun, flavour combinations, pro-tips from our bartenders, exciting interactive games and yummy snacks. And, of course, a GINerous helping of the finest juniper tipples from around the world. Join us at one of our gin classes and master the world’s trendiest, most in-the-moment spirit.” The gin tasting classes are a 90 minute experience. Minimum of 8 guests per booking.
Cosy Club – Gin Masterclass
19-22 Fossgate, York YO1 9TA
Cosy Club have lots of different options for gin tasting classes. You can choose from the basic package – Exclusive use of their private room either between 12-5pm or 6pm- late. Tasting of 3 different gins then tasting of 3 different gins paired with tonics, syrups and garnishes. Finally, learn about all 3 gins, where they’re from, how they’re distilled, what botanicals they contain, recommended serve and tasting notes. Or you can upgrade and add on a selection of tapas, or a two course or three course meal.
The Botanist
15-19 Stonegate, York YO1 8ZW
At The Botanist, you can take a Gin Discovery Masterclass. “Truth be told, there’s more to gin than tonic! Discover the origins and history of our botanists’ favourite tipple, as our experts guide you through our gin tasting masterclass. Enjoy a range of expertly selected gins, as you learn to identify the unique flavours and botanicals in every bottle. Each 90 minute session is ideal for 6-12 people (it’s no fun with less!).”
Las Iguanas – Gin Tasting Experience
21 Back Swinegate, York YO1 8AD
At Las Iguanas you can find a Gin Tasting Masterclass “for the Gin lovers of the world! Mix your own gin cocktails & try the new Las Iguanas x Poetic License Tropical Gin; classic gin flavours blended perfectly with mango, coconut & grapefruit.” You’ll then make the gin cocktails, Gin Genie and Gin Sandia. Finally, enjoy a Gin Smash to complete your masterclass.
