Gin & The Georgians: A Spirited Evening
About this Event
An enjoyable evening of gin, history and tasting in the beautiful surroundings of Samuel Johnson’s Georgian home.
You begin your experience with a refreshing G&T and are invited to take a seat in the Withdrawing Room where we will take you on a journey through the intoxicating history of gin—from its notoriety as 'Mother's Ruin' in Georgian London, to 19th-century Gin Palaces to its revival as a trendy British tipple today!
Discover how gin shaped Georgian society, from the infamous ‘Gin Craze’ to its role in everyday life, and sample two distinctive gins inspired by the period. Whether you're a connoisseur or enthusiast who simply enjoys gin, this event promises to be an intoxicating and enlightening experience. Cheers! 🍸
What's included:
- G&Ts served in gin goblets with ice, a slice and Fever Tree tonic
- Two Gins to sample
- A fascinating story of British Gin
- A visit to a 1690s house - the home of Samuel Johnson, who famously declared, 'When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life'!
- A chance to see where Johnson wrote his legendary in 1755.
'When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life...'
Like many Londoners today, Samuel Johnson was not from London. The son of a bookseller in Lichfield in Staffordshire, Johnson walked to the capital in 1737 seeking fame and fortune. He never left. While fortune evaded him, Dr Johnson rose to become one of the greatest literary figures of the 18th century.
Explore a Georgian townhouse
Dr Johnson's House is the last surviving historic house in Gough Square, having survived the Blitz when it was still the tallest building in the area. Built soon after the Great Fire of London, the four-storey house retains many of its original features, including a very quirky anti-burglary device!
You are welcome to:
- explore the House from the Parlour to the Withdrawing Room, up to the Garret
- see the quirky cellarette cupboard where luxuries like tea were locked away
- peek into clever cabinets set in wooden panelling
- take a seat - or a window seat - soak in the atmosphere and enjoy a chat
- browse the Shop for fabulous Gifts and Treats!
Limited capacity. Early booking advised for our popular Gin Night!
Agenda
🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Doors open
Info: Drop your coat, pick up your G&T!
🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Talk & Gin Tasting
Info: Sample 2 more Gins (with Tonic if preferred) during the Talk.
🕑: 07:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Browse Gift Shop and Dr Johnson's House
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 28.00 to GBP 50.00
