Weekend Argus (Saturday Edition)
G&T fest will do more than lift spirits
IT’S NO secret that gin is the spirit d’jour, and one need not be shy to say one has at least eight different types of gin in one’s home collection at any given time. And, by one, I mean me.
I love gin and, if you are with me on that, you’ll be heading to the Gin & Tonic Festival at The Old Biscuit Mill in Woodstock tomorrow which will showcase more than 15 local and international distilleries.
“The Gin & Tonic Festival’s return to Cape Town sees a new partnership with the team behind Neighbourgoods Market and the Old Biscuit Mill – the festival’s new home in Cape Town,” says organiser Pierre Strydom.
“The collaboration with Neighbourgoods is part of the guarantee this festival will be superbly organised and executed from start to finish,” says Strydom.
Some of the country’s most exciting, and certainly spirited, gin producers will be available to explain what makes their tipple so simply irresistible.
You can look forward to festival regulars such as Bloedlemoen, Ginifer, Hope on Hopkins, Inverroche, New Harbour, Wilderer and a host of exciting new players in the local market. Internationally revered brands like The Botanist, Sipsmith and Elephant Gin will also showcase their products.
Life is not just gin alone; artisanal food offerings from The Old Biscuit Mill regulars. as well as a selection of new vendors, and a selection of food trucks and gourmet street-food chefs will serve up gastronomic goodness. A summer- inspired designers’ market will feature locally made fashion, lifestyle and accessory goods You want even more? Okay, local artists playing live and electronic music will entertain festival-goers.
Upon arrival, you’ll get a 16-page booklet featuring all participating distillers and products, along with promotional vouchers and goodies from festival partners, and a branded Gin & Tonic Festival glass.
The festival takes place from 11am-5pm, and limited tickets (R150) are available through Quicket.