We are thrilled to share the exciting news about our upcoming venture, “6 O’clock Gin At The Glassboat” in Bristol. This new establishment promises to be a remarkable addition to the city’s vibrant scene, offering a unique combination of a retail space, bar, and event venue right in the heart of the city centre. At …
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6 O’clock Gin At The Glassboat
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Let’s raise a glass to Dick Bradsell…
Today we remember and celebrate the life of one of the most important names in cocktail history – the one and only Dick Bradsell. – Richard Arthur Bradsell: 4th May 1959 – 27th February 2016. Let’s raise a glass to Dick Bradsell, a pioneering mixologist and widely regarded as one of the world’s most …
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Happy Birthday Count de Negroni – We Salute You!
Ah, the Negroni cocktail – the drink that has been the surprise hit of the past decade and is now de rigueur on any cocktail list worth its salt. But did you know that the drink has a fascinating history behind it? Today, we celebrate the anniversary of the birth of Pascal-Olivier de Negroni de …
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A Deep Dive into Water 💧
It’s World Water Day today [see below], and we’re taking a deep dive into the important role that water plays in the production of all of our gins. We’ll discover how this most vital ingredient not only enhances the smoothness of 6 O’clock Gin, but also how we work to ensure that our water is …
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Royalty and the Art of Drinking Well
Celebrating 70 years on the throne. As Her Majesty The Queen celebrates 70 years on the throne, we thought it only right to raise a proverbial glass to her and discover what she and the family might be drinking in celebration of this momentous occasion. While we’re not usually ones to indulge in Royal spotting …
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Gin Pouches – Kinder To The Environment
Here at 6 O’clock Gin, we’re always on the lookout for new ways in which we can improve our processes, products and packaging in order to be kinder to the environment. We’ve always been a forward-thinking company, and our entire business started this way over 35 years ago. Edward and Penny (our founders) started creating …
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What’s in a name… Why is gin called ‘Mother’s Ruin’?
Our favourite tipple has gone by many names over the years. Dutch courage, ladies’ delight and knock me down are just a few, but perhaps the most common and widespread of these nicknames is Mother’s Ruin. With Mother’s Day around the corner, we thought there was no better time to explore the origin of this …
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Celebrating a decade of world class, award-winning gins
At 6 O’clock Gin, we pride ourselves on the excellence and artistry within our craft. During our first three decades in the artisan spirits industry, we have racked up a multitude of awards, from local Taste of the West gongs to accolades from the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC). From our humble beginnings producing …
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Everything you need to know about the French 75
Today we toast the last of our Decade of Cocktails series with one final tipple. A simple, elegant classic, the French 75 has been a celebratory staple for over a century. This drink is a fitting tribute to the end of a turbulent year, with a name inspired by a symbol of hope in some …
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