We do hope that you are happy with your purchase. However, should you  feel it necessary to return an item because it is damaged, we aim to make the return process as simple as possible.

• We must be notified of damaged goods within 2 days of delivery. We  will refund you using the method of payment used to make the purchase.
• Goods must be returned unopened, sealed and in the original  packaging. Downton Distillery Ltd will refund accepted returns within 30  days of you notifying us about the return.
• The postage of the return is the responsibility of the purchaser.

Liability for loss or damage during transit of goods being returned is the responsibility of the purchaser.

Please be aware due to Covid-19 Second Class is taking longer to deliver.

Royal Mail increased their pricing 01st January 2021.

• Delivery charges are calculated by destination and weight. 
• The small 50ml bottles are deemed as small parcels by Royal Mail.
• All deliveries are sent by signed post, whilst courier will be tracked.
• Please note delivery will require a signature from an over 18 – we are unable to leave a package (even in a ‘safe place’) without a signature.
• We offer a collection option from Regent Tailoring in Salisbury for Explorer's Gin only. This is shown when selecting your postage. Please show them your invoice to collect your bottle.
• For UK deliveries please allow 3 - 5 working days from payment.

For international deliveries please contact info@downtondistillery.com to discuss your requirements.

SCENTS OF ADVENTURE

Nose: Citrus and floral fragrances with warming undertones of pepper.

Palate: Juniper provides the initial notes, but this gives way to the bright fresh citrus which rolls on your tongue. Verbena provides a mellow creaminess, with the peppers providing the warmth at the back of the mouth. Western red cedar brings back those memories of being in a pine wood in the summer. As the Szechuan pepper oil oxidises on your tongue it causes the mouth to start cool providing the subtle mint note. This then enhance the tail notes of fennel seed and liquorice providing the final flourish that lingers in the mouth.

Finish: Close your eyes and let your palate explore the subtle flavours, as Explorer's Gin enriches your senses. It will leave you wanting more.

THE INSPIRATION

The inspiration for our gin comes from the ‘Golden Age of Exploration’ during which European ships travelled around the world discovering both new continents and trading routes.

CLOUDING

Explorer’s Gin will cloud when you add both ice and tonic water.
Alcohol naturally expands and contracts with temperature and this in turn impacts oils that are held in suspension within the gin. Chill filtration is a process where the oils are taken out; we choose not to chill filtrate this means that it keeps a fuller flavour and aroma. It is these oils which give 'Explorer's Gin' it's unique characteristics. 

HOW TO DRINK IT

‘Neat or with tonic, it’s yours to explore.'

HOW TO GARNISH

Red grapefruit or orange peel. We freeze ours for this occasion.

BEST TONIC

Indian tonic water