History Events in Melbourne

From religious refugees fleeing persecution to British Royals discovering a thirst, gin's history is as intoxicating as the drink itself. Discover how this once-maligned 'mother's ruin' went from fueling London's wildest gin craze to becoming a sophisticated staple of high society. We'll embark on a fascinating journey through the history of gin, beginning in the ancient world where early forms of distillation laid the groundwork for the spirit we know today. In this class we will look at: The art of distillation from the ancient worlds to the present, Ingredients and botanicals - Juniper!, The changing roles of gin, from medicinal to recreational, Regional expressions of flavour, The wild anecdotes and characters that make this history so colourful! Some tasting and smelling samples - educational of course. You must be over 18.