English Distillery in the Brecks
Distilleries in Norfolk and Suffolk
Discover how grain and water create alcoholic alchemy
English Distillery
Take one of a range of guided tours at The English Distillery, the first to make whisky in England for more than 100 years and a trailblazer for others to follow. Opened in 2007 by the-then HRH The Prince of Wales, now King Charles III, this independent distillery, the vision of father and son James and Andrew Nelstrup, is sited above a source of sweet, mineral-rich water which gives the whisky its distinctive taste.
Find out how the ‘World’s Best Single Malt Whisky' is made on a tour of the magnificent distilling floor and barrel warehouse and have a tasting.
Things to do nearby: Explore the Brecks and discover wildlife in Thetford Forest or hit the heights at Go Ape, walk on the unique Pingo Trail, and visit Neolithic flint mines at Grimes Graves.
Black Shuck Distillery Experience
Named after the savage hound of local folklore, Black Shuck Distillery has two hour tours on which you can learn about the distillation process, take a look behind the scenes and enjoy generous tastings from the extensive range of Black Shuck spirits and liqueurs.
Thing to do nearby: Head along the A47 for the Norfolk Food Hall and the Goat Shed.
The Gin Academy
Make your own gin with Gyre & Gimble at The Gin Academy in the picturesque Victorian Arcade in historic Norwich. Hosted by a master distiller, you’ll be guided through choosing your own botanicals from a selection of thirty, learn to dilute your spirt and then finally distil and label your unique bottle.
Things to do nearby: You’re in the heart of historic and cultural Norwich, the best-preserved medieval city in the UK. Explore cobbled Elm Hill, The Lanes laden with independent shops, the largest permanent covered market in northern Europe, and magnificent Norman cathedral and castle. Have an afternoon tea in The Assembly House.
Adnams Distillery Tour
Adnams Distillery Tour
Enjoy superb views of picturesque Southwold while you're enjoying the Adnams Copper House Distillery on a five-star-rated Distillery Tour. Your guide makes the science simple, showing you first-hand how they produce vodka from barley and other grains and then re-distil it with botanicals to create award-winning gins. You’ll then head to the tasting bar for some tutored spirit sampling, including five Adnams gins and world-beating Longshore vodka.
Things to do nearby: You’re just off the High Street in this charming and unspoilt seaside town. Browse the independent boutiques, galleries, delis and restaurants and have lunch at The Swan or one of Adnams' fine traditional pubs dotted around the town. Don't miss a walk on the Victorian Pier with its quirky amusements.
Head to the Old Hall for the refreshments with stunning views over the Blyth river, and enjoy a stroll along Blackshore Harbour with fishing boats and seafood shacks and cafes.
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