{"id":62606,"date":"2022-08-31T16:12:45","date_gmt":"2022-08-31T15:12:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carbisbayholidays.co.uk\/blog\/?p=62606"},"modified":"2022-09-05T16:01:49","modified_gmt":"2022-09-05T15:01:49","slug":"tarquins-gin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carbisbayholidays.co.uk\/blog\/tarquins-gin\/","title":{"rendered":"Tarquin\u2019s Gin School \u2013 A Distilling Masterclass"},"content":{"rendered":"

In Cornwall we are blessed with a vast array of locally produced gins<\/strong>, all offering something unique to tantalise the tastebuds. One of the region\u2019s most popular tipples is Tarquin\u2019s Gin – distilled right here in Cornwall.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

We were lucky enough to be invited to Tarquin\u2019s Distilling Masterclass at their St Ives Gin School. It was a truly unforgettable day.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for a holiday experience like no other, we highly recommend a trip.<\/p>\n

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Tarquin’s Gin School | Beginnings to now<\/h2>\n

Tarquin\u2019s Gin<\/a> was founded in 2012 by 24-year-old Tarquin Leadbetter, a surfer and Cornish native.\u00a0 At the time, Tarquin was attending Cordon Bleur Cookery School in Paris where he fine-tuned his pallet.<\/p>\n

He chose to quit his day job and head back to the UK, where he spent the morning surfing and the afternoon distilling. Tarquin\u2019s ambition to create gin quickly became an encompassing vision.<\/p>\n

After many combinations in his 0.7 litre copper pot and a lot of gin tasting, Tarquin\u2019s Gin was created! 12 carefully selected ingredients sourced from around the world, as well as Cornish violets from his Aunt\u2019s Garden, make up the precise recipe.<\/p>\n

In 2014 he opened the first Cornish distillery in 100 years, and began making 1,000 bottles of gin a day. Now a decade later, the company has grown immensely (as has the demand for gin) with the distillery making 6,000 bottles a day!<\/p>\n

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What can you expect from Tarquin\u2019s Gin School?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Well other than a great couple of hours enjoying some of Tarquin\u2019s best-served gins, you can also expect a unique hands-on experience into the gin distilling process.<\/p>\n

Fran and Sophie, the hosts of St Ives Tarquin\u2019s Gin School<\/a> give an introduction into Tarquin\u2019s process and experiments. Taking you through each step of the distilling process, they help each attendee create a 70cl custom made gin to take home.<\/p>\n

They explore an array of botanicals \u2013 local and exotic. Helping you choose flavours for your very own one-of-a-kind gin. And then finishing the process with a custom label, wax seal and your individual gin tasting notes.<\/p>\n

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Who can attend?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Tarquin\u2019s Gin School is available to anyone over the age of 18.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re looking to enjoy a romantic morning for two, a celebration with family and friends or an experience to mark a milestone birthday, the Tarquin\u2019s team are fantastic hosts.<\/p>\n

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Where can you enjoy a Tarquin\u2019s gin experience?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Tarquin\u2019s Gin has two locations to enjoy a distilling masterclass – St Ives<\/a> and Padstow.<\/p>\n

Tour days and times vary throughout the season. Visit their website<\/a> to find out more.<\/p>\n

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How long does the distilling masterclass last?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"Tarquins<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>The gin school lasts about 2-2.5 hours.<\/p>\n

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What does the experience include?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"Tarquins<\/p>\n