Ginposium 2025 – watch online now
Tickets for the 2026 Ginposium are now available:
An Introduction to Ginposium 2025
Desmond Payne
The Gin Guild
Desmond Payne MBE, our wonderful Grand Rectifier of the Gin Guild and Master Distiller Emeritus at Beefeater opened Ginposium 2025 by welcoming attendees and acknowledging…
Navigating Regulatory Changes: WOWGR, Duty Stamps, and APPA Explained
Phil Griffiths
PGEA Ltd
Navigating Regulatory Changes: WOWGR, Duty Stamps, and APPA Explained.
Distillery Process Safety & Compliance – Why?
Ed Garbett
Westons / Craft Spirits Consulting
Oliver Kitson
Westons / Craft Spirits Consulting
Ed and Oli, both experienced Distillery managers talk through the journey they have been on with a key focus on distillery safety and compliance.
Unlocking the Science of Gin: Authenticity, Consistency, and Flavour
Gary Spedding
BDAS
Unlocking the Science of Gin: Authenticity, Consistency, and Flavour Gary, an analytical chemist will guide us through the minefield that is unlocking the science of…
Embracing Craft at Scale: How Pernod Ricard Balances Heritage, Innovation and Global Reach
Murielle Dessenis
Pernod Ricard
Embracing Craft at Scale: How Pernod Ricard Balances Heritage, Innovation and Global Reach Murielle explores how a global spirits leader can adopt a craft-driven approach…
The State of the Gin Industry 2025
Chris Pitcher
Redburn Atlantic
What’s Shaking in the World of Gin? Chris makes his highly anticipated return to Ginposium, following a hat-trick of insightful presentations in 2022, 2023 and…
How diversity can build brand equity for Gin Brands
Vicky Ilankovan
Equal Measures
How diversity can build brand equity for Gin Brands Vicky will share actionable insights on embedding inclusivity at every level, supported by case studies of…
Tutored Tastings of Gin 2025
David T Smith
summerfruitcup.com
Tutored Tastings of Gin 2025: What’s New & Interesting David leads his annual tasting of what’s new and interesting in the world of gin. In…
How bursaries from the Worshipful Company of Distillers can help your business grow
Dr. Anne Brock
Bombay Sapphire
In this insightful session, Dr Anne explores how the Worshipful Company of Distillers' bursaries can significantly benefit your business.
Legends Slot: Charles Maxwell
Christopher Hayman & Charles Maxwell
Thames Distillers Ltd
Charles, a distinguished figure in the gin industry, celebrated for his extensive expertise and contributions as a master distiller is interviewed by Guild chairman, Christopher…
Sustainability in Spirits: Why Climate Action is Essential for the Gin Industry
Sophie Gallois
The Climate Agency
Sustainability in Spirits: Why Climate Action is Essential for the Gin Industry including how the Gin Guild's sustainability toolkit can help.
Brand Creation 101 & Spirits Marketing for Non-Marketers
Philip Duff
Liquid Solutions / Old Duff Genever
In this session, Philip shares valuable insights into gin brand marketing, tailored for those without a formal marketing background.
It’s a great time to be gin – and here’s why
Michael Vachon
Greatest Hits Drinks
In this session, Michael, a key player in the UK craft spirits scene, addresses the misconception that gin’s popularity is on the decline and that…
How Advocacy Programmes Can Transform Brands
Georgie Bell
Baby Let's Backstroke
How Advocacy Programmes Can Transform Brands – Simple Steps to Make Your Brand’s Story Shine
Revisiting the Origins of English Gin
Anistatia Miller & Jared Brown
Mixellany / Sipsmith
Jared and Anistatia make their in-person debuts at Ginposium to celebrate their book A Most Noble Water: Revisiting the Origins of English Gin.