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The Boutique Distillery sits in the village of Edge, a quiet corner of the Cotswolds that makes for a worthwhile stop if you're based around Stroud.
This independent operation specializes in small-batch spirits, with gin taking centre stage in their production. The real appeal of visiting is getting to see how they actually make their drinks. Guided tours walk you through their working areas where the stills are operating, and you'll learn about the specific botanicals they've chosen for each recipe. After the tour comes the enjoyable part—tasting their range so you can explore the different flavours they've developed. Most visitors end up taking a bottle or two home from the shop.
Geographically, it works well as part of a wider day exploring the region. Stroud itself is just a short drive away with plenty of independent retailers and regular markets to browse. Painswick, another historic wool town known for its distinctive church and rococo garden, sits nearby too. What the distillery offers that you won't find in those busier market towns is a direct connection to a genuine local craft and a real understanding of small-scale spirit production. It's exactly the kind of stop that gives a day spent exploring the Cotswolds a bit more depth and authenticity.
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