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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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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Read All About It – We’re In The Papers!
You may have spotted an exciting story about us doing the rounds in the national and regional press last week, hopefully offering some positivity in the current turbulent times. Covid-19 has brought with it a whole host of challenges for many UK industries and with pubs, bars and restaurants closed for our safety, the spirits …
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Enjoy 6 O’clock Gin ‘Wherever The Spirit Takes You’
Following the success of our first two ready-to-drink concoctions, we are pleased to announce the arrival of three delectable new flavours to quench your thirst this summer. Joining the family are two fruity variations – Exotic Orange and Damson & Ginger – as well as a Light G&T alternative. We have chosen fruits and flavour …
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