Silver Circle Distillery Tour with Gin Tasting

Enjoy a unique behind-the-scenes experience at Silver Circle Distillery near Monmouth, a multi-award-winning craft distillery set in the beautiful Wye Valley countryside. This guided tour and tasting offers an engaging introduction to the art of gin-making, combining expert insight with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

Over the course of approximately 45 minutes, you will explore a working micro-distillery where everything from distillation to bottling is carried out by hand. Led by knowledgeable hosts, the experience reveals how locally sourced and foraged botanicals are transformed into distinctive small-batch spirits.

The tour concludes with a tasting session, allowing you to sample a range of handcrafted gins and spirits that reflect the flavours of the surrounding landscape. Set against a scenic rural backdrop, this experience is ideal for anyone interested in local produce, craft distilling, or simply enjoying something a little different in South Wales.

Highlights

A key highlight of the experience is the opportunity to step inside a fully working distillery and see the entire production process up close. From the stills to the bottling area, you will gain a clear understanding of how small-batch spirits are created using traditional techniques and modern innovation.

The tour places a strong emphasis on local ingredients, with a focus on botanicals foraged from the surrounding Wye Valley. Your guide will explain how these natural elements - including herbs, flowers, and fruits - are carefully selected to create the distinctive character of the distillery’s signature gins.

Another standout feature is the guided tasting session, where you can sample a selection of the distillery’s products. This typically includes a variety of spirits as well as a signature gin and tonic, giving you the chance to appreciate the different flavour profiles and craftsmanship behind each creation.

The setting itself adds to the experience, with the distillery located in a peaceful rural location surrounded by rolling countryside. The relaxed environment, combined with friendly and knowledgeable hosts, creates an enjoyable and informal atmosphere throughout the visit.

Overall, this tour offers a well-rounded introduction to craft distilling in Wales, blending education, flavour, and scenery into a memorable experience that highlights the creativity and quality of local producers.