Bombay Sapphire celebrating a decade at Laverstoke Mill

Since its opening to the public at the Hampshire site along the serene River Test in 2014, the iconic Distillery has evolved into a beloved destination.

It has welcomed more than 600,000 visitors who have experienced its renowned tours, masterclasses, and events.

Now, in celebration of its 10th anniversary, the distillery is offering a 10 per cent discount on all products in the onsite and online store throughout October, along with exclusive weekly flash offers.

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On October 10, Bombay Sapphire will randomly select 10 lucky customers who place an order to receive a £100 Distillery Gift Card, valid for experiences, or at the distillery cafe, bar, or shop.

The distillery, celebrated for its exceptional gin craftsmanship and its striking glasshouses designed by multi-award-winning British designer Thomas Heatherwick, has attracted more than 13,000 hospitality experts from around the globe during the past 10 yeasr.

At the former Portal's paper mill site, visitors are invited to explore the beautiful botanicals sourced from various locations worldwide, which are vapour-infused to create the smooth and complex flavors of Bombay Sapphire gin.

To enhance the visitor experience, the distillery also offers a variety of interactive activities, including guided tours, gin cocktail masterclasses, and tastings.

Special packages, such as Infusions, Sunset, and Premier Cru experiences, provide in-depth tours focusing on specific expressions and even include a bottle to take home.

The rich history of Laverstoke Mill dates back to the 1086 Domesday Book, where a mill is noted on the site.

Over the centuries, it has been under the ownership of William the Conqueror and Henry VIII, and has hosted four royal visits, including one from Queen Elizabeth II in 1962.

While, the heritage of Bombay Sapphire can be traced back to 1761 when Thomas Dakin purchased a site in Warrington, Cheshire, with the intent of distilling gin.

By 1831, the Dakin family had acquired a still and adapted it to separate the exotic botanicals from the neutral grain spirit using a rare artisanal distillation process known as Vapour Infusion.

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This innovative recipe led to the creation of Bombay Sapphire, which disrupted the gin market in 1986 with its iconic blue faceted bottle.

Until 2013, production and bottling of Bombay Sapphire was contracted out by Bacardi to G&J Greenall in Warrington.

However, in 2011, plans were announced to move the manufacturing process to a new facility at Laverstoke Mill. Planning permission was granted in February 2012, and the centre opened to the public in the autumn of 2014.