All the context needed, right from the beginning
Crafting world class gin doesn’t happen by chance. It’s by putting all the inputs on the table, mapping it out and considering it in context that you can deliver great products.
Why? Because when it comes to gin, nothing is in isolation. By building the links and curating your plan so everything is aligned – you can take every aspect of the operation and idea to its maximum potential. Critically, it makes sure that those ideas will come through in every pour.
This course is about getting all the building blocks in place.
It’s about creating a vertically integrated business plan, from idea to execution. Through the process, you’ll be able to ensure that authenticity runs through everything you do, differentiation is built up stage by stage and that the outcome is quality and at a competitive advantage.
“You can’t just figure it out as you go anymore. The honeymoon period for gin is over and it’s ruthlessly competitive from day one. If you are getting into the game now, it’s only by reducing the unknowns while simultaneously honing the details during development that you stand a real chance of creating a world-class product that cuts through a saturated category.
Yes, this course saves you time and money – but more than that, it’ll give you the edge you need to succeed.”
WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM THE
HOW TO OPEN A GIN DISTILLERY COURSE?
Production & Equipment
From which stills to buy, who the key suppliers are, how to layout your facility and foster an environment that's able to consistently deliver quality - all the details you need to plan your project are covered in detail.
The course also covers recipe ideation, distilling techniques and pragmatic advice to save money, save time and spare you the big mistakes.
Expert Guidance
An ambassador for the category, Olivier Ward has spent over 15 years in the gin industry. Alongside his work as a category commentator and journalist, he has consulted on and built distilleries, as well as taught people how to distil and developed dozens of recipes.
Expect, real, unfiltered advice based on first hand experience.
Route to Market
This course is designed for those who want to understand the challenge ahead, want the context of the category, want to interweave process, people, place and product into a coherent package and want experienced guidance through that journey.
It includes sections on branding, marketing and route to market, including expected margins.
Specialist curriculum
Broad curriculum, brilliant context
Opening a distillery isn’t a straight line – it’s a web of interconnected decisions. That’s why this course doesn’t just focus on one area of expertise. It gives you the full picture so you can understand how each piece affects the others, and build something cohesive from day one.
You’ll explore:
- Recipe development hand-in-hand with category insight.
- Still choice alongside real-world distillation tips and equipment guidance.
- Route to market as part of a wider pricing and commercial strategy.
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Supply chain planning that matches your goals and scale.
Built to give you a head start without the hefty price tag
This course brings together months’ worth of strategic advice, planning insights, production context, and category understanding - at a fraction of the price of typical consultancy.
Because getting this kind of foundation shouldn’t take years to figure out or cost thousands to access. It should be available to anyone serious about building something brilliant.
You’ll gain the same tools, frameworks, and insider know-how Olivier uses to guide leading distilleries around the world -delivered in a format that works around your time and on your terms.
It’s not just about saving money either. It’s about avoiding costly mistakes that limit your potential, accelerating your progress, and gaining a real competitive edge by identifying gaps in the market and positioning accordingly.
“This course is for anyone serious about starting a gin distillery - whether you’re still shaping the idea, refining your business plan, or already in motion.
It’s designed to help aspiring founders, early-stage makers, investors, and creative entrepreneurs build with clarity, avoid costly mistakes, and make smarter decisions from day one.”