Often, the best way to get a flavor of a place is by sampling the regional beverage. A product of the landscape, climate and dedicated locals, the spirit of a destination is imprinted in every sip.
And it seems that Brits have begun to embrace this boozy take on tourism. Searches for “distillery tour” have shot up by 127% over the past three months alone, meaning that figures increased by 789% between July and the beginning of the year, according to Google Trends.
Yet, when it comes to alcohol, everyone has their drink. That’s why experts in luxury beverages, Wine Paths, has launched a range of brand new two-day spirit tours and experiences in Europe to suit all tastes.
From gin fanatics to vermouth enthusiasts, everyone can jet off to spend a weekend sampling their favourite beverage with one of these brand new experiences.
The best European spirit tours and experiences for every taste
Bombay Sapphire for the Gin Lovers London, UK
As the most popular spirit brand in the UK, a trip to the Bombay Sapphire is a coveted experience for many. Upon arriving in London, a chauffeur will take you straight to your 5-star boutique hotel near iconic London locations such as Covent Garden, Soho, Tower Bridge and the River Thames.
After a night’s sleep, a private driver will bring you to the Bombay Sapphire Distillery for an immersive and innovative gin experience. Spend the day sampling different editions of the famous London dry gin, carefully concentrating to detect each hand-selected aromatic botanical. You will also be led around the distillery by expert staff who can impart detailed knowledge about the drink’s history and production.
Put your taste buds to the test by using your newfound knowledge in botanicals to create your own cocktail in the Empire Room which you can take home. After the session, you may wish to wander around the glorious setting and investigate the stunning architecture of Laverstoke Mill.
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https://www.winepaths.com/expert/france/wine-paths-spirit/2-days-1-night-to-uncover-the-secrets-of-bombay-sapphire
Casa Martini For Those Craving A Taste of Italian Vermouth Turin, Italy
A fortified and aromatized wine, there are few flavours more fitting for a summer’s day than the crisp, tart notes of vermouth. A private chauffeur will await your arrival to take you straight to your lavish hotel in Turin. After checking in, spend the day exploring all that this vibrant Italian city has to offer.
Wander around art galleries and the beautiful streets, taking in the Baroque, Rococo and Art Nouveau architecture of the historical centre before sampling the delicious local cuisine and tucking up for the evening. The next day a driver will bring you to Casa Martini where the real fun begins. With 150 years of aperitivo history, you will be transported back in time, immersed in the stories of vermouth, botanicals and its production.
As well as investigating the production plant, you will learn all about the drink’s founders, Allessandro Martini and Luigi Rossi. A guided tasting of Martini products concludes the trip, sending you off equipped with the all-important life skill of how to make the perfect Negroni and Americano.
https://www.winepaths.com/expert/france/wine-paths-spirit/2-days-1-night-to-pursuit-whisky-perfection
Dewar’s Aberfeldy For The Whisky Fans Scottish Highlands, UK
Nestled amongst the rolling hills of the Scottish Highlands, Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery is the birthplace of the buttery flavored single malt whisky. A private driver will take you to the idyllic streets of Edinburgh’s medieval historic center. From here, a private guide will lead you through the heart of the 15th-century capital before sending you off to explore for yourself.
The next day you will travel through the wild landscapes of the Scottish Highlands before arriving at the dramatic stone walls of Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery, in the idyllic village of Aberfeldy. Learn all about the history of whisky production with a private blending session during which you will be able to flex your own whisky-making abilities and create a refreshing beverage to take home with you - the perfect memento!
You will be treated to a tasty lunch complete with a paired whisky cocktail. Of course, you will also receive a guided tour of the distillery from one of the knowledgeable staff and sample all several different varieties of the iconic whisky during a tasting session.
The French Vermouth Of Noilly Prat Marseillan, France
After being dropped at your hotel by a private driver, you will be brought to the terracotta roofs of the lagoon-side city of Marseillan. Lying at the southern entrance of the Canal du Midi, you can spend a day getting lost amongst the charming cobbled streets of this idyllic setting and embracing the art-de-vivre of the south of France before heading back to the hotel to refresh at the spa.
A driver will take you to the house of Noilly Prat the following day. Over 200 years old, you can taste the heritage and tradition that goes into making the oldest and most famous french vermouth. And luckily for you, you will find yourself doing a lot of this during your visit!
Try 4 varieties of the vermouth during a guided tasting session before debuting all that you have learnt in a cocktail-making workshop during which you’ll craft your own drink using the Spritz and Dry Martini. You will also be led around the esteemed house of vermouth by a specialist guide who will impart in-depth knowledge about the drink and its fascinating history.
https://www.winepaths.com/expert/france/wine-paths-spirit/2-days-1-night-to-discover-vermouth-from-south-of-france
Wine Paths is a worldwide digital tour operator featuring luxury wine, spirits and gourmet travel experiences. Operating across 350 luxury estates, the company offers everything from tasting tours to virtual wine tastings.
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