Ginposium 2026

Ginposium is the Leading Gin industry conference, where some of the world’s most respected personalities and experts from the drinks and gin trade come together.

At Ginposium 2026 they will discuss the state of the gin industry and share their knowledge and expertise on all things gin, marketing, safety, distilling AND MORE in the annual Gin Guild organised Ginposium conference.

Join us at Ginposium 2026 to gain valuable insights, foster connections, and celebrate the dynamic world of gin.

Ginposium is a fantastic opportunity for our industry to connect, share insights, and explore the future of gin. With expert talks covering everything from sustainability to the growth in RTDs and market analysis, there’s plenty to inspire.

And of course, no Ginposium would be complete without raising a G&T (or two) together!

Dr Anne Brock

Confirmed attendees include:

Ginposium 2026 Sessions overview

Proof of Purpose: Making Sustainability Work

Sara Sergent Alpine Distilling

Sustainability has become a universal talking point, but in practice, it demands integrity, creativity, and measurable results. This session will provide a clear, actionable framework for distillers to embed sustainability into their operations, regardless of size or budget.

Climate change impact on Botanicals suppliers & gin producers: Panel Session

Sean Harrison Plymouth Gin
Jim Long Starspice Ingredients
Matthew Pauley Herriot-Watt University

A panel discussion with Q&A exploring the effects of climate change on gin botanicals, examining challenges faced by suppliers and producers, and sharing strategies to ensure sustainable sourcing and maintain flavour consistency in an evolving global environment.

The Sinner’s circle of gin distillation

Dr. Jan Hodel-Keane Kerry Group

Controlling botanical extraction through temperature, time, chemistry, and mechanics – Presented by Dr. Jan Hodel-Keane As the gin category matures, producers are increasingly focused on differentiation, consistency, and technical precision rather than simply botanical novelty.

The State of the Gin Industry 2026

Chris Pitcher Rothschild & Co Redburn

Chris has been a consistent presence at Ginposium, presenting every year since 2022 and returned once again for the 2026 event. His ongoing insights have made them one of our most experienced and valued speakers, providing continuity and deep knowledge across multiple editions of the conference.

Securing Investments in your Gin Distillery

Nick Malaczynski Shivering Mountain Distillery

Nick Malaczynski explores the world of investment in gin distilleries, sharing insights into successful funding models, common pitfalls, and real-world case studies that highlight both the opportunities and challenges of financing growth in the competitive gin industry.

Tutored Tastings of Gin 2026

David T Smith Summerfruitcup.com

David leads his annual tasting of what’s new and looks at a retro revival in the world of gin. In another busy year with innovation and new products from around the work, there have been many new releases since last year’s Ginposium.

The RTD revolution – the new gin frontier? Panel Session

Panel Session
Chris Pitcher Rothschild & Co Redburn
Joanne Moore Quintessential Brands
Ben Blake MOTH Drinks
Rose Cottingham Fever-Tree
Karl Mason Masons of Yorkshire

This session examines the booming Ready-to-Drink (RTD) sector, exploring how innovation, convenience, and consumer trends are shaping it as the next frontier for gin, and what distillers need to know to capitalise on this rapidly expanding market.

From curiosity to capability: building a robotics strategy for the future of gin

Naomi Battison The National Robotarium

The gin sector is being reshaped by powerful external forces. Rising energy and material costs, sustainability expectations, evolving regulation, export complexity and changing consumer demand are all placing pressure on margins while raising expectations around quality, transparency and brand integrity.

How to secure that prestigious listing for your gin

Vedran Milosevic Cygnet Distillery

Using his years of experience gained at Diageo Vedran will explore strategies for securing prestigious listings in the on‑trade and off‑trade, offering practical guidance on brand positioning, buyer engagement, and marketing approaches that help gin producers elevate visibility and achieve long-term commercial success.

Science, Sensory, and Shelf Stability: Panel Session

Gary Spedding Brewing & Distilling Analytical Services LLC
Jamie Baxter Craft Distilling Services
Tony Aiken Brewing & Distilling Analytical Services LLC

This session brings together three approaches to gin formulation: the pure scientist, the applied scientist, and the experimental “trial-and-error” method, to explore the latest thinking on gin shelf stability, botanical profiling, and formulation dynamics.

Topics at a glance:

BUSINESS SUSTAINABILITY ⚫️ FINANCING ⚫️ TECHNOLOGY & AI ⚫️ MARKET TRENDS ⚫️ BOTANICAL SUSTAINABILITY ⚫️ HISTORY ⚫️ RTDs ⚫️ SCIENCE & DISTILLING METHODS ⚫️ RETAIL ⚫️ MORE SCIENCE

Presentations Schedule