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
Walnut Manhattan | Nocino Cocktail
A darker take on the Manhattan. Walnut liqueur adds tannin, spice, and a dry edge that cuts sweetness. Richer, more structured, and longer on the palate, it pushes the classic...
Romeo and Juliet | Gin Cocktail
Refreshing gin sour with Great Bustard Gin, lime, cucumber and mint. Crisp, aromatic, balanced with rose water, bitters and a subtle touch of salt.
Heat Wave Negroni | Gin Cocktail
Heatwave Negroni delivers a sharp, lifted profile built for warmer days. You taste bright citrus, crisp bitterness and a clean herbal edge that cuts through the heat. The balance stays...
Bees Knees | Short Style | Gin Cocktail
This Bee’s Knees brings gin, lemon and honey into tight harmony. The citrus stays sharp, the honey rounds the edges and the gin gives clean structure. It lands bright and...
The Rhubarb Sour | Gin Cocktail
This Rhubarb Sour drives sharp rhubarb and fresh citrus over a smooth, structured base. The texture stays soft, the flavour stays bright and the finish lands clean.