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Ginologist Distillery

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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Wine Estate
  • Picnics

Welcome to the Ginologist Distillery, where the art of gin meets exceptional experiences. Savour the moment with our expertly curated gin tastings, indulge in delightful food pairings, and immerse yourself in the craft of distilling your own gin. Complete your visit with a relaxing picnic on our scenic grounds, creating memories that last a lifetime.

Reviews (77)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.5
Value 4.5
Service 4.2
Ambience 4.7
  • Liam J. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Danielle R. Dined: 1 week ago
    4
    Food 0.0
    Value 0.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 04 Mar 25
    While I enjoy the setting and live shows on offer I was disappointed they did not serve their usual.cocktails for the evening shows. However as I've been before I know the usual cocktails takes ages to prepare so I understand why. But still, I had booked for the evening event anticipating the usual availability so was quite disappointed as the short cut drinks offered were not impressive at all.

  • Nicola S. Dined: 1 week ago
    2.5
    Food 1.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 04 Mar 25
    We went for their Sunday afternoon live music chill session. Setting is lovely and they have done a great job with their mix of picnic spots and lounge areas. Music was super. Service was shocking and the staff are in need of some serious training. I was greeted very unenthusiastically and met with a blank stare when I said we have a reservation, some chatter later amongst two staff members and someone went to 'check'. The reservation was for 6 people but only 5 seats were available which resulted in a scramble to find another seat. The menu has a great variety of gin cocktails on offer and 2 types of platters. When questioned about various ingredients/ tastes staff could not answer. Drinks took forever to arrive, and arrived in drips and drabs. We tried to order platters we were told the kitchen was closed (no where did it state on the menu that the kitchen closes at a particular time or did our waiter inform us. So much potential but staff really not up to scratch and they need to do better given what they are charging.

  • Janika W. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • angela m. Dined: 1 week ago
    4
    Food 0.0
    Value 0.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 0.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 01 Mar 25
    Great experience, good service Great music lovely ambience

  • Tania S. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 0.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 01 Mar 25
    Lovely evening, wonderful musicians, great friendly staff.. comfortable seatings “loved the ambiance” it would be nice if u offered platters or snack platters

  • Madre H. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 11h00 - 17h00
  • Wednesday 11h00 - 17h00
  • Thursday 11h00 - 17h00
  • Friday 11h00 - 19h00
  • Saturday 10h00 - 19h00
  • Sunday 11h00 - 17h00

Ginologist & Jazz Sunday Sessions

Sundays are for slowing down and savouring the finer things in life. Join us every Sunday for an afternoon filled with soothing jazz, perfectly crafted gin pairings, and the stunning views of Lourensford Wine Estate in Somerset West. Date: Every Sunday: 9 February – 27 April ‘25. Time: 14:00 - 17:00. Venue: Ginologist Distillery, Lourensford Wine Estate. Bookings Essential.

  • 9 Feb - 27 Apr
  • Sunday only: 14:00 - 17:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 4 Feb 2025

Ginologist Feature Fridays: Neil Sandilands

Join us for an exclusive live performance by the multi-talented Neil Sandilands, accompanied by the renowned Schalk Joubert and world-class percussionist, Ronan Skillen. Set against the backdrop of the Ginologist Distillery, this is more than just a performance—its an evening of Adult Contemporary Afrikaans melodies, and perfectly crafted gin. Savour every note, every moment, and every sip. With limited tickets available, dont miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary night. Date: 28 March 2025 Time: 6 PM – 9PM Tickets: R 350 per person Where: Ginologist Distillery, Lourensford Wine Estate, Somerset West

  • Fri, 28 Mar
  • Friday only: 18:00 - 21:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 24 Feb 2025

Ginologist Feature Fridays: Sean Sanby

Join us at Ginologist Distillery for an unforgettable night of captivating South African jazz infused with Indian musical influences. Featuring fresh compositions and timeless classics, this one-of-a-kind performance will transport you across cultures and rhythms. Led by acclaimed bassist and composer Sean Sanby, alongside the incredible Vishnu Ramprasad, in residency from India. Savour the perfect harmony of music and expertly crafted gin and immerse yourself in an evening like no other. Limited tickets available – secure yours now! R200 per person.

  • Fri, 14 Mar
  • Friday only: 18:00 - 21:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 25 Feb 2025

Ginologist Feature Fridays: Moonshine

With an electrifying, organic sound, Moonshine takes you on a musical journey through time. Led by acclaimed saxophonist Dan Shout and a stellar Cape Town ensemble, the band revives the spirit of the Roaring 20s, the soulful Swingin 40s, and the rock ‘n roll and Motown hits of the 50s and 60s. Expect timeless classics from Louis Armstrong, Elvis Presley, Nina Simone, Frank Sinatra, Chuck Berry, Marvin Gaye, and more. Sip, sway, and savour the moment with our specially curated Ginologist G and Ts, perfectly paired with live jazz and smooth vocals. Tickets: R200 per person. Dont miss this perfect blend of Gin and Jazz!

  • Fri, 11 Apr
  • Friday only: 18:00 - 21:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 3 Mar 2025