Gin & Rum Festival - Reading University Great Hall
Overview
If you’re thirsty for knowledge or just want to party the evening away, the Gin & Rum Festival is for you! Discover new favourites with samples from the hand-picked guest distillers, treat yourself at the themed Gin & Rum bars and let your hair down with friends whilst enjoying music from an award-winning DJ and live entertainment.
You will be spoilt for choice with over 120 of the best Gins & Rums on the market, including the best of British, spirits from around the world and a huge range of flavoured products. The hand-picked spirits offer you the chance to discover the highest quality Gins & Rums, many of which are exclusive to the festival.
Your ticket includes entry to the event, a reusable stainless-steel straw, a G&R branded Copa-Glass with carry satchel for safe-keeping! Complimentary samples and talks from our guest distillers, a premium selection of mixers and tonics are also free of charge! You’ll also receive an exclusive Gin & Rum guide which includes expertly crafted garnish suggestions, so you can take the perfect serve home with you.
These discounted tickets are very limited, so don't delay booking.
Includes
- Event ticket
- Spice host
- A unique Gin & Rum Festival glass, reusable metal straw and glass satchel
- A knowledgeable Gin and Rum guide to steer you through the festival
- Talks and "Meet the Maker" sessions from local, national and international Gin and Rum makers
- Distillers and producers showcasing their latest products with free samples
- Music from award-winning resident DJ and some of the UK’s finest live entertainment
Extras
- Extra drinks
Location & Itinerary
Extra drinks: Bars operate on a token system. Tokens are £6 each and are available to buy at the token station on arrival via cash or card. Each token can be exchanged for a 25ml measure of any Gin or Rum with complementary premium tonic/mixer and garnish at any of our bars. When you leave, any unused tokens can be used for cash value towards a bottle at our Festival Shop.
There is no food at the Reading Event.






