Most of our botanicals are grown in the 750-year-old gardens within the Castle walls as we’re passionate about our location, the environment and keeping everything as local as possible. Inspired by the historic estate that surrounds us, we have created a beautifully balanced British gin of exceptional quality with sweet and floral notes.

From Juniper, Citrus, Spice, Floral, Herbal and Fruit flavours, the Spirit of Harrogate team will ensure that you go home with a bottle of gin you will enjoy and be proud to share with friends and family. Our experienced Master Distiller, Tom Nichol, has lovingly created a classic gin by fusing traditional processes with a modern approach. When you subscribe to our VIP Club you’ll receive your exclusive surprise bottle in the middle of the month. We’re a family-run, small batch distillery based in the beautiful Ripley Castle Estate in Harrogate, North Yorkshire.We are a small batch, family run distillery based in the beautiful and historical Ripley Castle Estate in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. The much-loved Rhubarb, Gooseberry, Marmalade and Blackberry Gins from the core range all started their Slingsby journeys this way. Throughout, you will also have the opportunity to enjoy a selection of signature serves crafted with the award-winning Slingsby range. Delicate English Rose and Harrogate Spring Water complements the aromas of this British Rhubarb Gin, creating a taste of true distinction and one that’ll remind you of grandmother’s crumble. Our experienced Master Distiller, Tom Nichol, has lovingly created a classic gin by combining traditional processes with a modern approach.

You will select your botanicals with guidance, distil in one of the mini copper stills and bottle with your very own 70cl gin complete with a personalised label to take home. The result is a delicious gin with a complex flavour that is perfect for sipping on its own or mixing into your favourite cocktails. Reminiscing our grandmothers’ crumbles, we were inspired by the abundance of this vibrant plant in the gardens of Ripley Castle. Inspired by the health qualities of this timeless fruit and dreaming of holidays with clear blue seas and skies, Blueberry Harrogate Gin was born. Inspired by the historical Estate surrounding us we have created a beautifully balanced British gin of exceptional quality with sweet and floral notes.Harrogate Rhubarb Gin is a uniquely flavoured gin that is perfect for anyone who loves the tart taste of rhubarb. Our Award Winning Gins are expertly made by our Master Distiller, Tom Nichol who’s experience in the gin industry amasses over 42 years.

Whichever experience you choose, you’re sure to have a memorable time with the fantastic Spirit of Harrogate team. Become part of the Slingsby story and pop along to Spirit of Harrogate to sample its latest development gins. Running throughout you can expect notes of Classic Dry Gin flavours before hints of Pink Grapefruit on the undertone along with a Floral Goodness to balance.They’re distilled with delicate botanicals including lavender and finished exclusively with Harrogate Spring Water. Enjoy two unique gin experiences including distilling your own personalised bottle of gin on one of our mini copper stills.