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Costwolds

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English spirits producer based in the Cotswolds (Stourton, near Shipston-on-Stour), known for Cotswolds Dry Gin and a range of artisanal single malt whiskies and liqueurs. Founded in 2014, it combines traditional techniques with local raw materials.
artisanal gin English single malt whisky liqueurs (cremes and amari) producer/tours and experiences craft distillery
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Producer range

Producer range Costwolds

Spirit categories

artisanal gin English single malt whisky liqueurs (cremes and amari) producer/tours and experiences craft distillery

Representative products

Cotswolds Dry Gin 70cl Cotswolds Signature Single Malt Whisky 70cl No.1 Wildflower Gin 70cl Cotswolds Old Tom Gin 70cl

Raw materials

wheat neutral spirit (alcol neutro da frumento) - for gin locally grown barley (barley) - for whisky local water yeasts (for whisky fermentation)

Casks and ageing vessels

ex-bourbon (American oak) barrique STR (shaved, toasted and re-charred) ex-red wine Oloroso casks (Spanish oak) / sherry casks
Distillation and production

Distillation and production

Production method

On-site production using copper stills. For gin a maceration process (around 15 hours) and single-shot pot still distillation is used; the spirit is then rested and reduced to bottling strength. For whisky long fermentations, double distillation and maturation in selected casks are employed.

Distillation

Use of copper pot stills. Gin: initial maceration (~15 hours) followed by addition of remaining botanicals and single-shot distillation; chill-filtration is not performed. Whisky: long fermentations and double distillation before aging.

Ageing

Whisky maturation in selected casks: primarily ex-bourbon and barrique STR (shaved, toasted, re-charred) ex-wine; Oloroso sherry casks and other finishes are also used for limited editions.

Producer history Costwolds

Founded in 2014, Cotswolds Distillery started with the aim of producing English single malt whisky using local ingredients. Gin production began soon after opening to generate commercial activity while the whiskies matured; the first official single malt was released in 2017. Over the years the distillery expanded its range (gin, whisky, liqueurs), raised funds through crowdfunding campaigns and secured external partnerships and investment.

Production philosophy

Putting quality and provenance at the centre: using local raw materials when possible (notably barley grown in the Cotswolds), artisanal production techniques and processes that prioritise flavour over industrial efficiency.

Territory

Cotswolds, England (rural and agricultural area with a strong sense of place), production site in Stourton, near Shipston-on-Stour, Warwickshire.

Awards and recognitions

Key recognitions include World's Best London Dry (World Gin Awards, Cotswolds Dry Gin, 2016) and Best English Single Malt (World Whisky Awards, Cotswolds Signature, 2018); numerous international medals and awards at competitions such as IWSC and San Francisco World Spirits Competition for gin and whisky.

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