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Discover our Jasmine Sour, inspired by China's vibrant cocktail culture. A refreshing blend of gin, jasmine tea, citrus, and delicate floral notes.

Harvesting Angelica. Capturing the aromatic seeds that bring depth, structure and character to every bottle of Explorer's Gin.

Discover Angelica, one of the most important botanicals in gin making. Explore how its roots and seeds bring structure, depth and complexity to our spirits, while supporting wildlife, carrying a...

Borage is a versatile botanical used in distilling for its fresh, cucumber-like flavour and subtle floral notes. It enhances spirits, elevates cocktails, and supports pollinators. With roots in herbal medicine,...

Award winning seasonal gin crafted with local cider apple juice from Cranborne Chase, quince and warming spice celebrating the Wiltshire harvest.

Before work starts, take 10 minutes to listen to the world around you. The distillery garden is home to a new ecosystem and it is magical to be part of...

Oregano, Origanum vulgare, is a reliable nectar source that supports bees, including solitary and mining species like Andrena. Its long flowering period, open blooms, and high nectar content make it...

The oil beetle is a rare, flightless insect found on chalk downland. Its unusual life cycle depends entirely on solitary bees. Slow moving and striking in appearance, it signals a...

Lovage is one of the distillery garden’s most powerful botanicals. Its deep savoury aroma lifts food, strengthens spirits, and supports digestion. Used since Roman times, this tall herb delivers intense...

Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis). Soft pink blooms, rich mucilage, pollinator friendly, resilient, and quietly one of the garden’s most useful plants.

Host Conservation Through Conversation evenings in independent pubs. Great Bustard conservation talks paired with guided tastings of locally rooted Great Bustard spirits, delivered in partnership with the Great Bustard Group.

Valerian is one of Europe’s most powerful medicinal plants. Grown in our distillery garden, its roots, flowers, and aromatics support calm, sleep, and digestive health while adding depth and structure...

With Dry January in full swing, many people take a hard look at what they eat and drink. Alcohol often sits at the centre of that reset. It delivers calories...

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...

At Downton Distillery, we grow lemon verbena in our garden for use in Explorer’s Gin. Thriving in the sunshine and chalky soil of the Downs, it fills the air with...

Downton Distillery has added to its growing list of accolades with two medals at the Great British Food Awards. The Orchard Spirits Range impressed judges, with the aged Damson Gin...

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 —...

Downton Distillery has been awarded the Special Achievement Award at the 2025 Drinks Sustainability Awards, recognising our pioneering work in circular packaging, carbon reduction, and conservation. From our closed-loop refill...

The Great Bustard Group has adopted new conservation techniques inspired by Germany’s successful breeding programme. By focusing on gradual release, habitat management, and daily guided flights, the young bustards gain...

In the distillery garden, mullein stands tall among the botanicals. Often dismissed as a weed, this versatile plant is packed with natural healing properties. From soothing respiratory teas to ear...

Introduced to the art of haiku by James May, Downton Distillery explores this timeless Japanese form of poetry through nature and craft. Two original haiku celebrate the hum of the...

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...

In this exclusive Q & A, we caught up with Merlin Evans as he completed his awe-inspiring walk across South America, a journey that spanned mountains, rain forests, deserts, and...

Downton Distillery’s rewilded grounds are home to five red-listed and seven amber-listed bird species, visiting with the changing seasons. This thriving habitat reflects our commitment to conservation, offering a unique...