BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Gin Guild - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.theginguild.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Gin Guild REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260612T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260612T183000 DTSTAMP:20260502T085408 CREATED:20250707T113437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T054510Z UID:10000068-1781253000-1781289000@www.theginguild.com SUMMARY:Ginposium 2026 DESCRIPTION:Ginposium is the Leading Gin industry conference\, where some of the world’s most respected personalities and experts from the drinks and gin trade come together.\nAt Ginposium 2026 they will discuss the state of the gin industry and share their knowledge and expertise on all things gin\, marketing\, safety\, distilling AND MORE in the annual Gin Guild organised Ginposium conference. \nJoin us at Ginposium 2026 to gain valuable insights\, foster connections\, and celebrate the dynamic world of gin. \n\nGinposium is a fantastic opportunity for our industry to connect\, share insights\, and explore the future of gin. With expert talks covering everything from history and advocacy to legislation\, analysis\, and innovation\, there’s plenty to inspire. \nAnd of course\, no Ginposium would be complete without raising a G&T (or two) together! \nDr Anne Brock\, Bombay Sapphire \nConfirmed attendees include:\n\nGinposium 2026 Sessions overview\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n From curiosity to capability: building a robotics strategy for the future of gin\n \n \n \n \n Naomi Battison\n \n The National Robotarium \n \n \n \n \n \n The gin sector is being reshaped by powerful external forces. Rising energy and material costs\, sustainability expectations\, evolving regulation\, export complexity and changing consumer demand are all placing pressure on margins while raising expectations around quality\, transparency and brand integrity.… \n Read more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n How to secure that prestigious listing for your gin\n \n \n \n \n Vedran Milosevic\n \n Cygnet Distillery \n \n \n \n \n \n Using his years of experience gained at Diageo Vedran will explore strategies for securing prestigious listings in the on‑trade and off‑trade\, offering practical guidance on brand positioning\, buyer engagement\, and marketing approaches that help gin producers elevate visibility and achieve… \n Read more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tutored Tastings of Gin 2026\n \n \n \n \n David T Smith\n \n summerfruitcup.com \n \n \n \n \n \n David leads his annual tasting of what’s new and looks at a retro revival in the world of gin. In another busy year with innovation and new products from around the work\, there have been many new releases since last… \n Read more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proof of Purpose: Making Sustainability Work\n \n \n \n \n Sara Sergent\n \n Alpine Distilling \n \n \n \n \n \n Sustainability has become a universal talking point\, but in practice\, it demands integrity\, creativity\, and measurable results. This session will provide a clear\, actionable framework for distillers to embed sustainability into their operations\, regardless of size or budget. \n Read more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Legend Slot: Alexandre Gabriel\n \n \n \n \n Alexandre Gabriel\n \n Citadelle Gin \n \n \n \n \n \n In this year's Legend session\, Alexandre Gabriel\, creator of Citadelle Gin in 1996\, joins Christopher Hayman for an engaging conversation exploring the pioneering spirit\, craftsmanship and creativity behind Citadelle \n Read more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Climate change impact on Botanicals suppliers & gin producers: Panel Session\n \n \n \n \n Sean Harrison\n \n Plymouth Gin \n \n \n \n Jim Long\n \n Starspice Ingredients \n \n \n \n Matthew Pauley\n \n Herriot-Watt University \n \n \n \n \n A panel discussion with Q&A exploring the effects of climate change on gin botanicals\, examining challenges faced by suppliers and producers\, and sharing strategies to ensure sustainable sourcing and maintain flavour consistency in an evolving global environment. \n Read more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Science\, Sensory\, and Shelf Stability: Panel Session\n \n \n \n \n Gary Spedding\n \n Brewing & Distilling Analytical Services LLC \n \n \n \n Jamie Baxter\n \n Craft Distilling Services \n \n \n \n Tony Aiken\n \n Brewing & Distilling Analytical Services LLC \n \n \n \n \n This session brings together three approaches to gin formulation: the pure scientist\, the applied scientist\, and the experimental “trial-and-error” method\, to explore the latest thinking on gin shelf stability\, botanical profiling\, and formulation dynamics. \n Read more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The RTD revolution – the new gin frontier? Panel Session\n \n \n \n \n Panel Session\n \n \n \n Chris Pitcher\n \n Rothschild & Co Redburn \n \n \n \n Joanne Moore\n \n Quintessential Brands \n \n \n \n Ben Blake\n \n MOTH Drinks \n \n \n \n More to be announced\n \n \n \n \n \n This session examines the booming Ready-to-Drink (RTD) sector\, exploring how innovation\, convenience\, and consumer trends are shaping it as the next frontier for gin\, and what distillers need to know to capitalise on this rapidly expanding market. Is it just… \n Read more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Securing Investments in your Gin Distillery\n \n \n \n \n Nick Malaczynski\n \n Shivering Mountain Distillery \n \n \n \n \n \n Nick Malaczynski explores the world of investment in gin distilleries\, sharing insights into successful funding models\, common pitfalls\, and real-world case studies that highlight both the opportunities and challenges of financing growth in the competitive gin industry. \n Read more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Sinner’s circle of gin distillation\n \n \n \n \n Dr. Jan Hodel-Keane\n \n Kerry Group \n \n \n \n \n \n Controlling botanical extraction through temperature\, time\, chemistry\, and mechanics - Presented by Dr. Jan Hodel-Keane As the gin category matures\, producers are increasingly focused on differentiation\, consistency\, and technical precision rather than simply botanical novelty. \n Read more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The State of the Gin Industry 2026\n \n \n \n \n Chris Pitcher\n \n Rothschild & Co Redburn \n \n \n \n \n \n What’s Shaking in the World of Gin? Chris has been a consistent presence at Ginposium\, presenting every year since 2022 and returning once again for the 2026 event. His ongoing insights have made them one of our most experienced and… \n Read more \n \n \n \n \n \nTopics at a glance:\nBUSINESS SUSTAINABILITY ⚫️ FINANCING ⚫️ TECHNOLOGY & AI ⚫️ MARKET TRENDS ⚫️ BOTANICAL SUSTAINABILITY ⚫️ HISTORY ⚫️ RTDs ⚫️ SCIENCE & DISTILLING METHODS ⚫️ RETAIL ⚫️ MORE SCIENCE\n\n \nBook your tickets now:\n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n Tickets\n\n \n \n \n The numbers below include tickets for this event already in your cart. 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Panel Session\nBen Blake\, MOTH: DrinksJoanne Moore\, Quintessential BrandsChris Pitcher\, Rothschild & Co Redburn\n\n\n\n14:50\nFrom curiosity to capability: building a robotics strategy for the future of gin\nNaomi Battison\, The National Robotarium\n\n\n15:20\nTea\, Coffee & Networking Break\n\n\n15:50\nHow to secure that prestigious (and elusive) listing\nVedran Milosevic\, Cygnet Gin\n\n\n\n16:20\nScience\, Sensory\, and Shelf Stability: Panel Session\nGary Spedding\, BDASJamie Baxter\, Craft Distilling ServicesTony Aiken\, BDAS\n\n\n\n16:50\nGin & Tonic networking\n\n\n18:30\nEvent Close URL:https://www.theginguild.com/events/ginposium-2026-event/ LOCATION:RSA House\, 8 John Adam Street\, Charing Cross\, London\, WC2N 6EZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Member events,Public events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theginguild.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/slide-ginposium-2024-e1738149474265.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Gin Guild":MAILTO:info@theginguild.com GEO:51.5093669;-0.1227056 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=RSA House 8 John Adam Street Charing Cross London WC2N 6EZ United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=8 John Adam Street\, Charing Cross:geo:-0.1227056,51.5093669 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR