Upcoming Events
MEET BRIGHTON GIN'S KATHY CATON AT THE WINE BARREL, HOVE
Wednesday 30th October 7-9.30pm
Join us at the Wine Barrel in Hove for a 'Meet the Maker' event.
Founder Kathy Caton will be talking about the journey of Brighton Gin from its creation on a Brighton kitchen table to becoming an internationally award-winning handmade premium spirit and Sussex's longest-standing gin producer.
Kathy will be offering tastings of our classic Pavilion Strength, Seaside Strength Navy Gin, Orange Grove and new Spice Circuit Gin, along with our fruity Raspberry Crush and Lemon & Cucumber Collins.
Tickets are £25 in advance and you'll need to book as it's going to be busy. We look forward to seeing you!
Find the Wine Barrel at 122 Western Road Hove, BN3 1DB
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GIN SCHOOL
Every other Saturday, 12:00
The Brighton Gin School welcomes you to become a master gin-maker! Spend a couple of hours with us to create your own gin! Develop your own recipe from a range of botanicals; then bottle and label your creation to take home to enjoy! Come along by yourself or bring a friend, and discover the processes of gin-distilling whilst enjoying a G&T (or two!) on us.
From £90, 120 minute session
Book Your Spot!
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DISTILLERY TOURS
Every other Saturday, 15:30
If you want to give a tour as a present to your loved ones (or yourself!), scroll down further for the link to our gift vouchers! Meet us, the makers of small-batch, super premium Brighton Gin with a behind-the-scenes tour of our distillery. You'll even get to wax and label your own little bottle!
£35, 90 min session
Find Out More!
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SEPTEMBER IS COCKTAIL MONTH AT THE BOTTOM'S REST
Now it's starting to feel a little autumnal, we're shaking up some delicious seasonal cocktails.
That means this month at the Bottom's Rest pub we'll be bringing some special cocktails to tickle your taste buds!
Along with out unique Sussex Negroni for Negroni Week, we'll also have a tingling Elderflower Fizz, a fruity Lychee Martini or our ever-popular Basil Smash. They're £9 each but for this month we're doing an offer of two for £16.
We'll also be serving classic Brighton G&Ts, real ale, cider, lager or wines of course,and our popular Sunday Roasts are back on the menu - but you'll need to book as they sell out!
And don't forget we've also re-started our fun pub quiz, on the second Wednesday of the month.
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BOTTOMS REST PUB QUIZ
Second Wednesday of the month 7.30pm
It's back! Our popular pub quiz returns to the Bottom's Rest on the second Wednesday of the month.
Hosted by the irrepressible Julie Jepson, our quiz will challenge your brain cells and bring an evening of mirth and - if we're being honest - barely organised chaos.
The quiz kicks off at 7.30pm and we recommend booking a table to ensure your place.
Prizes change each month and include cash, or the ever-popular round of crisps so to book your table, give us a call on 01273 733513 or contact us via our Instagram page. Good luck!
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SUNDAY ROAST AT THE BOTTOMS REST PUB
Open from noon on Sundays
Due to popular demand, our regular chefs return the Bottom's Rest pub to serve up scrummy roasts!
You can choose from a meat or vegan option with all the trimmings, and it'll all be gluten free too!
Accompany your roast with a glass of wine, pint of real ale, lager or cider, or - of course - a Brighton G&T,
The Bottom's Rest is open from noon on Sunday and tables are booking fast so if you want to guarantee your place, reserve now via our Instagram page or on Facebook. Enjoy!
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Past event:
BRIGHTON GIN POP UP AT THE BRICKWORKS, BURGESS HILL
Thursday 19th September 6.30pm
We're heading to Burgess Hill to the Brickworks Taproom for a special pop-up event on Thursday 19th September.
We'll be shaking up special Brighton Gin cocktails, like our Sussex Negroni made with Albourne Vermouth and there's a chance to have a cheeky try of our brand new Spice Circuit Gin before it goes on sale to the public!
We'll be there serving from 6.30pm.
There's no need to book, just come and enjoy Brighton Gin alongside some amazing beers made on the premises by North Garden and Bestens Breweries.
It's at Unit 5, KBF House, 55 Victoria Road, Burgess Hill, just a 15 minute stroll from Burgess Hill station. Cheers!
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Past event: SUSSEX DRINKS FESTIVAL
& GLASTONBURY SCREENING
Saturday 29th June 12 noon-11pm
Join us at a celebration of local drinks producers in the beautiful setting of One Garden at Stanmer Park, Brighton.
Alongside our classic Brighton G&T, we'll be serving signature cocktails and tasters of Brighton Gin, along with gifts and bottles to buy.
The Stanmer Band will be performing during the day, and in the evening, the festival will be screening Glastonbury live - and even better, it's free!
Stanmer's easily accessible by public transport or bike, so make a day of it and enjoy exploring the gorgeous gardens with a tipple from Sussex' longest-running distillery!
About Sussex Drinks Festival
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Past event: East Sussex National: Food Drink & Makers Festival
Sat June 29th 11am – 3pm
We've got a busy day then as we'll also be at a fully accessible fun day out in the gorgeous grounds of the East Sussex National Hotel, Uckfield.
It's a family friendly event with local craft and produce stalls, tasty snacks and ice creams, raffle and lucky dip, as well as live music, face painting and free games and crafts.
Entry is by voluntary donation and all funds raised will support Chailey Heritage Foundation.
About East Sussex National Food, Drink and Makers Festival
