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THE JOURNAL
Stories, recipes, and reflections from our corner of Wiltshire — exploring the craft, the landscape, and the flavours that shape our spirits.
LATEST NEWS | DOWNTON DISTILLERY
Jasmine Sour | Short Style | Gin Cocktail
Discover our Jasmine Sour, inspired by China's vibrant cocktail culture. A refreshing blend of gin, jasmine tea, citrus, and delicate floral notes.
Orchard Spirits | Autumnal Harvest
Cranborne Chase Cider delivered one of their strongest harvests in years. Apples came in with high sugars and a clean flavour that produced exceptional juice. We picked up 440 litres...
NAVAL GIN | PROVING THE PROOF MYTH
Forged from Wiltshire’s wild downs and proven by fire, Great Bustard Flight Strength Gin revives the naval legend of gunpowder-proof spirits. At 57% ABV, its strength isn’t just claimed —...
Awards | Our Nocino and Great Bustard Gin Shine
We’re raising a glass in celebration—Downton Distillery has won two coveted 1-star Great Taste Awards. Our rich, walnut-infused Nocino and our herbaceous, citrus-forward Great Bustard Gin have been recognised among...
EDUCATION | FAT WASHING COCKTAILS
At the distillery we are always exploring new ways to enhance flavour and texture, and one technique that has recently captured our attention is fat washing. While the name may...
Education | Wiltshire Downs | Cranborne Chase
Cranborne Chase is one of England's most remarkable landscapes and the place we are fortunate to call home. Spanning parts of Wiltshire, Dorset and Hampshire, this vast area of rolling...
'One of the Best Releases in the last 12 months.'
Downton Distillery partnered with the Great Bustard Group to create 'Great Bustard Gin,' earlier this year. With each bottle sold, Downton Distillery gives 25 per cent of the money back...
Distillery Plants | Lucerne the Father of all Foods
Lucerne and red clover form the regenerative backbone of Great Bustard Gin. Discover how these ancient nitrogen fixing plants rebuild soil, support pollinators, store carbon, and bring meadow depth and...