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Sarah and Jonathan Nelson.
Please note, the distillery is not open to the public, but our operating hours are Mon-Fri 8am-5:30pm.
The River Test Distillery Ltd
Riverbarn Cottage, Southside Road, Longparish, Hampshire, SP11 6PJ.
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True River Spirit
Inspired by nature.
Distilled on the banks of the River Test in Hampshire, England
Our award-winning gin is a classic London Dry gin with gently honeyed, floral notes and infused with handpicked meadowsweet flowers.
It is distilled in small batches and crafted using pure chalk-filtered water, which comes from the aquifer that feeds into the river, creating an exceptionally smooth gin.
“Very easy to sip. Delightful.” (Judges’ notes, The Spirits Business Awards 2020)
Serve with premium Indian tonic, a slice of lime and lots of ice.
Our special edition Chalkstream Gold is distilled with Maris Otter barley which is grown in the fields bordering the distillery.
Chalkstream Gold has a superbly smooth mouthfeel. Juniper takes centre stage, complemented by the subtle sweetness and unique flavours of Maris Otter barley. Bay and rosemary add a touch of complexity to the bright and botanical blend.
As featured by Craft Gin Club, Gin of the Month, March 2021.
“Perfection in a bottle.” (Craft Gin Club member’s comment)
Serve with premium Indian tonic, a slice of pink grapefruit and lots of ice.
Our new release Sunset Citrus is inspired by the beautiful ruby red sunsets over the gin-clear waters of the River Test. We have brought together the zesty citrus flavours of pink grapefruit and pomelo with the subtle sweetness of rosehip to create a uniquely refreshing gin and tonic.
“A truly beautiful expression with an exceptionally lively nose, full-bodied and well-rounded layers of fresh grapefruit and pomelo burst from the bottle. These flavours stay centre-stage across the palate and are supported by a light touch of juniper as the expression opens up fully. Rosehip intermingles with the bright citrus to leave a silky sweetness across the finish. Exceptional.”
(Peter Downes, Senior Spirits Partnership Executive, Craft Gin Club)
Serve with premium Indian tonic, a slice of pink grapefruit or blood orange and lots of ice.
Our special edition Spiced Rum is distilled with riverside botanicals and Caribbean spirit. The result is an English-inspired, smooth Spiced Rum.
“With soft brown sugar sweetness, touches of citrus and a base of spice and smooth meadowsweet, this rum is perfect for sipping on the rocks, served with ginger ale or in a rum cocktail.”
(Graham McAteer, Spirits Partnerships Lead, Craft Gin Club)
As featured by Craft Gin Club as Rum of the Month, July 2024.
“My husband loves rum and says this is one of the best rums he has tasted in years. Another bottle on its way to me!”
“Fantastic rum. My favourite so far! Love the aroma, love the taste.”
(Craft Gin Club members’ comments)