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Gold Coast Gin Masterclass: Craft Your Own Bottle
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Overview
Small-Group Gin Masterclass in Gold Coast offers an incredible chance to make your own bespoke Gin. This hands-on experience takes place at a local Gold Coast distillery. Participants will delve into the history of gin, learning about botanicals and the distillation process.
Under the guidance of a master distiller, guests select from a wide range of botanicals to create their own unique gin flavor. Using small copper stills, they'll distill a 500ml bottle of their custom gin to take home. This is a unique opportunity to learn about gin-making and create a personalized spirit. It's perfect for gin enthusiasts and those looking for a unique, hands-on experience on the Gold Coast.
The Gin Masterclass includes a two-hour session with a master distiller, a lesson on gin history and distillation, a wide range of botanicals, and the use of 2.5-liter alembic copper stills. Alcoholic beverages are included. Gratuities are excluded. 
Highlights
Craft Your Own Gin: Select from 50 botanicals to create a unique gin flavor.
Learn Gin History: Discover the fascinating story behind gin and its production.
Master Distiller Guidance: Get expert instruction from a master distiller throughout the session.
Take Home Your Creation: Distill and bottle a 500ml gin creation to enjoy later.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers loved learning about the history of gin.
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Visitors really enjoyed making their own special gin.
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The master distiller was friendly and helpful.
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Guests were happy they could take their gin bottle home.
Some visitors wanted more time to choose botanicals.
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A few people thought the class was a bit crowded.
The Journey
Gold Coast Distillery
A distinguished distillery on the Gold Coast, offering a unique opportunity to learn about and create your own bespoke gin. It provides a hands-on experience using traditional methods and a wide array of botanicals.
Alembic Copper Stills
Small 2.5-liter alembic copper stills used during the gin masterclass to distill your own 500ml bottle of gin. These stills are essential for the hands-on experience of crafting a unique gin blend.
Know Before You Go
This Gin Masterclass includes all alcoholic beverages needed to create your gin. It does not include gratuities for the distiller. You will meet at the Gold Coast Distillery to start the class. Get ready to make your own gin!
Hot Tip
Some visitors recommend arriving a little early to browse the botanicals and plan your gin recipe. It is also useful to ask the distiller for suggestions.
Review Summary
Customers generally say this Small-Group Gin Masterclass is a fun and informative experience led by knowledgeable and friendly hosts who make the history and distillation process of gin engaging. They appreciate the hands-on opportunity to create their own custom gin blend and the intimate group size allowing for personalized attention. Positive notes often mention the quality of the gin tastings and the unique botanicals available, alongside the relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Some reviews note the limited seating availability, encouraging early booking, and minor logistical details like parking or location can require planning. Overall, guests rate the session highly for value, educator expertise, and the memorable take-home bottle of gin.
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