In the loop drinks ltd.

The UK's first English Vermouth-ery crafts distinctive drinks, infusing English wine with predominantly homegrown and foraged botanicals.

https://www.intheloopdrinks.co.uk

Downsview Vineyard, Hadlow Down Road, Crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 3RG. Get directions

Nearest station: Crowborough (1.6 miles).
Approx walking time: 34 minutes.

Public tours

Private tours

Tasting room

Online shop

Winery on site

Award-winning

Organic or sustainable

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What's the Vibe

In the Loop Drinks Ltd. offers a distinct approach to the world of beverages, focusing not on traditional vineyard tours but on the innovative production of English Vermouth and bottled cocktails. It's a place for those curious about low-intervention, experimental drinks and the circular economy within the wine industry.

Visiting Information

In the Loop Drinks Ltd. operates from a solar-powered winery located on the site of Downsview Vineyard in Crowborough, East Sussex. While In the Loop Drinks itself primarily focuses on production and sales, the site is known to be open to the public.
Tours & Tastings: In the Loop Drinks can arrange private events including group tours, tastings, and cocktail masterclasses. For general visits, the site (Downsview Vineyard) offers wine tasting and tour experiences, typically lasting 60 to 90 minutes. Tastings at Downsview Vineyard are usually held on Saturdays.
Open Season: Downsview Vineyard opens its doors to the public during the spring and summer months, often hosting events like pizza nights. The site closes for the grape harvest and winter months, typically reopening in May.
Booking: It's advisable to email In the Loop Drinks directly (admin@intheloopdrinks.co.uk) for specific visit inquiries or to arrange private events. Downsview Vineyard tours often require pre-booking.
On-site Facilities: The site features a shop where products can be purchased. Downsview Vineyard offers occasional food, such as pizza, local cheeses, and charcuterie boards, especially during spring and summer openings.
Accommodation: There is glamping accommodation available on the Downsview Vineyard site.
Dogs/Children: While Downsview Vineyard specifies its glamping is adults-only, its general visitor policy for dogs and children is best confirmed directly with the venue, as information can vary depending on the event.

The Wine

In the Loop Drinks Ltd. specializes in crafting innovative English Vermouth and ready-to-drink cocktails. Their production ethos centres on using English wine that would otherwise go to waste, giving it new life and promoting a circular economy within the drinks industry. They are noted for being the UK's first English Vermouth-ery, using English wine and predominantly fresh, often foraged or home-grown, botanicals. Their range includes dry white Vermouth, ideal for Martinis, and a semi-sweet red Vermouth, perfect for Negronis or Manhattans. They also create unique bottled cocktails, such as their Popcorn Rumhattan.

In terms of accolades, In the Loop Drinks produces IWSC award-winning English Vermouth. Their Popcorn Rumhattan also received a silver medal at the Global Spirits Masters Spring tasting in 2022.

The company is deeply committed to sustainability, operating from a solar-powered winery in East Sussex. This dedication to environmental responsibility extends to their use of surplus English wine, embodying their "wanted not wasted" motto. In the Loop Drinks Ltd. has its own winery where creation to bottling is conducted on-site.

Getting Here

The winery for In the Loop Drinks Ltd. is located at Downsview Vineyard, Hadlow Down Road, Crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 3RG.
By Car: The site is accessible by car and has private parking.
By Public Transport: The nearest train station is Crowborough, which is approximately 1.6 miles from the vineyard. The estimated walking time from Crowborough station is around 34 minutes. A taxi would be a quicker option from the station.

What's Nearby

Notable Restaurants:
White Hart Crowborough: A recently refurbished pub offering a friendly atmosphere and delicious food in Crowborough.
The Blue Anchor: Known for locally sourced ingredients and fresh food, located near Ashdown Forest.
Notable Hotels:
Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club: A luxurious hotel set amidst acres of countryside near Crowborough.
The Spa Hotel: Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, offering traditional elegance and modern comforts, with a spa on site.
Notable Attractions:
Ashdown Forest: A large ancient heathland famous as the inspiration for A.A. Milne's Winnie the Pooh stories, offering extensive walking opportunities.
Groombridge Place: A historic estate with gardens, a moated manor house, and a popular forest area, offering a unique day out.