Durham Ginstitute

An absolute gem of a place! What a wonderful treasure trove of gins!
We went on a Gin Tasting experience and we weren't disappointed at all. Lovely friendly staff and very knowledgeable. The gin tasting wasn't strict as to what you could taste - you felt as though you were being guided expertly through different gins whether you liked fruity or classic flavours.
A gorgeous little shop, full of character and the owner is works really hard to give everyone the best tasting experience.
I will definitely go back for another Gin Tasting experience.
The prices for bottles of gin are competitive and decent value - Try the Welsh Marmalade Gin, it's now a firm favourite!

The man who served us was lovely, we were picking up a Christmas gift and he helped us choose a gift set. He was patient while we chose and was helping us between serving customers. He also gift wrapped our gin in a nice box and securely I didn't catch his name unfortunately :(( also they have so many gins! There was plenty to choose from if you're a gin lover

Situated in the heart of Durham near to the half moon pub. This place has hundreds of gins, small shop but well stocked with mostly non supermarket gins. I had several samples as wasn't sure what I wanted and bought two lovely bottles. The staff were great, knowledgeable and very helpful. I will definitely go back again

Loved this place! They were so friendly and helpful and an AMAZING selection on gins, tonics, and extras. We went for a drink after work and the only regret was that we couldn’t stay later! 100% recommend!

Brilliant fun and fantastic gin tasting session with friends for a hen do! Knowledgeable and friendly lady running the shop

Great little place, came as part of my sisters hen party - very accommodating - different snacks were provided during the tasting and table was decorated - lovely touch - we all really enjoyed it, great value for money and the host and the Gins and mixers were all lovely thanks very much

An absolutely fabulous place. We tried some absolutely amazing gins and may have bought a bottle or three.
Would thoroughly recommend it to anyone who is having a day out in Durham.
I have found my new favourite gin as a result of today's visit.
Thank you so much!

It's not just the cathedral that can give some spiritual enlightenment - you'll get it here too, whether you're new to gin or have a bar full.

What a fantastic shop. Such a kind owner who is more than happy to let you sample his wares so you make the correct buying decisions 😊. What a great find. Will definitely be going back next time we're up this way, we'll wirth a visit!

Always pick up a new gin to add to my extensive collection. Spoilt for choice

A wonderful experience, several gins tasted with fantastic tasting notes being provided. I would definitely recommend this shop to others and will definitely return.

Thanks so much to Sarah for a great experience trying the gins and helping choose a gift for our mam, lovely little place, perfect for gin enthusiasts like us!

Lovely little shop and plenty of varieties of gin. Really helpful and bubbly salesperson. Very passionate about her job

Great selection off drinks

Fantastic selection of Gins, hard to pick just one. Great selection of local gins. Friendly owner who is very knowledgeable. Worth a look 👍

Had my hen do here, with their gin tasting experience. Absolutely wonderful evening full of fun knowledge and great gins!

Great little shop. The lady was very helpful and suggested mixers for the gins. Free tasters always a bonus !

Very helpful pleasant attentive staff. Great selection of gins, can try most before you buy

They have a brilliant selection from a lot of different local brands. The service was good, the guy knew a lot and offered some samples.

Wonderful lady owner, very helpful and friendly, honest and outgoing. With a fabulous selection of Gins!