Private Experiences

Gather better in Stirling

For celebrations, gifts, and days that deserve more than the usual plan. Make your own gin in our historic distillery, or take a private group out across Stirling — flavour, story, and time well spent.

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Gin School set up at Stirling Distillery
Public or private booking

Old Smiddy Gin School

Craft your own premium gin in our historic distillery — a hands-on session guided by our expert team, with your own bottle to take home.

  • Create your own gin from scratch
  • Choose your own botanicals
  • Distil with expert guidance
  • Take home your own bottle

Available for public or private booking. No minimum group size. Strictly 18+.

A private gin tasting group at Stirling Distillery
Private group experience

Your Gin Journey

A private gin outing for groups who want an easy, well-planned way to celebrate together in Stirling.

  • Private taxi to our production warehouse
  • Stories of Stirling as you pass the Bridge and Castle
  • Meet the maker and see production in action
  • Guided tasting of Stirling Classic Gin
  • Seated tasting of Blue Line, Red Cap, Green Lady & Battle Strength

For private groups of 8 to 10 adults. Strictly 18+.

Which one fits your day best?

Two very different days — here's the quick way to choose.

Choose Gin Journey

Best for birthdays, celebrations, and private groups who want a shared day out across Stirling.

Choose Old Smiddy Gin School

Best for guests who want to make their own gin — booking privately, or joining a general session.

Good to know

A few quick answers before you book or enquire.

Who is Gin Journey for?

Private groups of 8 to 10 adults — it works especially well for birthdays, celebrations, and group days out.

Can I book Gin School privately?

Yes. Old Smiddy Gin School can be booked as a private experience, or joined as a general booking.

Anything to know before Gin Journey starts?

Please arrive 10 minutes before departure — late arrivals can't be accommodated.

Is there a minimum group size for Gin School?

No. There's no minimum, so it works for couples, smaller groups, and private bookings alike.

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Ready to make it a day well spent?

Whether you want to distil your own gin or plan a private group day out, we'll help you make it memorable.