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Gin Guild Autumn Installation & Mansion House Banquet
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The Annual Gin Guild Autumn Installation at Mansion House, the home of the Lord Mayor in the City of London is an industry occasion to remember.
It truly is a fantastic experience and the very pinnacle of the city’s formal functions, with the traditions and ceremonies of the City of London and the Gin Guild making it an unforgettable experience.
Promotional programme:
In the surroundings of the buildings wonderful Old Ballroom guests assemble and witness the installation (welcome) ceremony of our new Grand Rectifier and our newest members, all before the Gin Guild board.
Please note: The Gin Guild Autumn Installation and Annual Banquet Distillers Banquet that follows is open to Guild members and their guests only.
Confirmed attendees include:
Check out the photos from the 2024 event here:
Timings for the event are as follows:
4.00pm Pre-installation
Pre installation, a refreshing selection of G&Ts are available.
The Gin Guild event will be held in the Old Ballroom. This is on the floor above the main reception hall.
Ceremony start time: 4.30pm
5.00pm Post Installation
Post installation, the Gin Guild bar will be offering a choice of G&T’s.
The Guild bar will close at 6.15.
6.30 Banquet Reception
From 6.30 guests exit the Old Ballroom and head downstairs for the banquet reception where you collect your seating plan and greet the Master. A choice of drinks from the Master’s Bar will then be offered by servers.
7.00 Dinner
We will be called to dinner at around 7.00. Note: Guests are requested, if possible, not to leave their seats during dinner or the speeches.
10.30 Carriages
Banquet Menu 2025
| S T A R T E R
Line-Caught Tuna, Bloody Mary Jelly, Or Jerusalem Artichoke and Wild Mushroom Parfait, Herb Sourdough, Soy Shiitake and Pickled Shallots.(V) |
Chablis Domaine Fèvre 2020 |
| M A I N C O U R S E
Slow Cooked Sirloin of Beef, Or Butternut Squash and Stilton Gnuddi (dumplings), Butternut Squash Purée (V) |
St Joseph Les 7 Lieux Domaine des Amphores 2019 |
| D E S S E R T
William’s Pear Cheesecake, |
Les Beaugrands Coteaux de Saumur, Langlois-Château |
Loving Cup |
Thames Distillers Bloomsbury Sloe Gin 29% |
Coffee & Chocolate Truffles |
Taylors 10 year old Tawny port The Singleton (Dufftown) 12 year old |
Any dietary requirements will need to be advised at time of booking. It is not possible to request a change the menu at the event itself. Any general allergies and preferences (vegetarian/vegan/allergies etc.), however should be noted in the usual way when booking online.
Security
As ever, security is a major consideration given the prominence of the venue . Please note the importance of having attendee names well in advance and to advise of any change of names. It is essential that attendees bring their Pour Memoire invitations to gain access and photo ID (passport or a photocard drivers licence).
The 10 Years+ Club:
Our Founders: