From the Distillery
THE JOURNAL
Stories, recipes, and reflections from our corner of Wiltshire — exploring the craft, the landscape, and the flavours that shape our spirits.
COCKTAILS | DOWNTON DISTILLERY
Pegu Club | Short Style | Gin Cocktail
The Pegu Club opened in 1882 in Rangoon and became a social centre for British officers. Its signature cocktail, built on gin, citrus and bitters, was created to cut through...
Virginia Creeper | Gin Cocktail
The Virginia Creeper is a new sour from Ben Morley, created during a visit to the distillery. If you enjoy a Bramble, this sits in the same family. It takes...
The White Lady | Sour | Gin Cocktail
The White Lady is a classic gin cocktail. Created in the early twentieth century, it pairs gin with fresh lemon juice and orange liqueur to deliver precision rather than excess. The...