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Virtual Gin TastingUPDATE: We are deeply saddened by the news of three deaths last night at Bicester Motion, where Sky Wave is based. Our thoughts are with the families of those who have died, and also with those injured.
Last night a large fire broke out at Bicester Motion. Emergency crews from across the county were in attendance all night and the fire is now under control.
Many of you have contacted us and we are very touched by all your kind words. Thank you. The fire, although close to Sky Wave, did not affect our building or our staff.
Andy and Rachel kept the bar open until 2.30am this morning offering teas, coffees and shelter to the emergency crews and we want to thank each and every one of them for their incredible service and bravery.
Bicester Motion, and so our business, will be closed today and over the weekend. We will review on Monday.
Rachel, Andrew and the whole Sky Wave Team
The UK's Finest Small Batch Craft Gin and Vodka
The Spirit of Oxfordshire®
Distillery of thE Year 2024
The multi-awarding winning Sky Wave Distilling Company is a small batch gin and vodka distillery from Oxfordshire
Sky Wave Named
Distillery of the Year 2024
The Sky Wave Distillery has been named The Gin Guide Award's Distillery of The Year 2024.
Hundreds of distilleries from more than 35 countries around the world took part in this world-renowned competition, so we are thrilled, proud and humbled to have been selected as the overall Distillery of the Year. If you needed any more proof of the quality of our products, this is it.
Sky Wave’s multi-award winning gin is at the pinnacle of craft distilling.
Produced in small batches of never more than 500 bottles at a time, this is as authentic as it gets. For our London Dry gins, absolutely nothing is added after distillation other than the finest Oxfordshire water - no less than Blenheim Palace Natural Mineral Water. The delicious liquid coming off the still goes into your bottle with no adulteration. The purest possible gin. The perfection of the craft.
Sky Wave. From Oxfordshire to the World.
Our Awards
Hand-crafted spirits, made by real people, in the heart of Oxfordshire.
The name Sky Wave is a blend of the big skies and big seas that have characterised our distillery founders Rachel Hicks and Andy Parsons’s adventures over the years as a BBC reporter and Army officer – a passion for adventure that inspired them as they created our fabulously smooth spirit. Our founders remain directly involved in the production of every single bottle. This is true craft gin.
Sky Wave. From Oxfordshire to the World.
PREMIUM CRAFT SPIRITS
An incredible amount of time, effort and skill goes into producing our premium craft gins. For example, it took over 6 months, more than 40 recipe variations, and over 300 expert testers to get to the smooth flavours you can now enjoy in Sky Wave’s Signature London Dry Gin - The World’s Best Contemporary London Dry Gin at The World Gin Awards. We know you’ll love the result of our hard work.
Signature London Dry Gin - The World's Best Contemporary Gin
Sky Wave Old Tom Gin - Slightly Sweeter with a Hint of Spice
"Sky Wave Old Tom Gin has been awarded as a Winner in the Old Tom Gin category of The Gin Guide Awards 2024. The Judges were impressed by the light and citrusy aroma, the balance of sweetness with drier notes and citrus, and the full-bodied mouthfeel. Individual Judge's comments included describing Sky Wave Old Tom Gin as ‘coating the tongue pleasingly with a honeyed sweetness’ and having ‘a lovely combination and balance of flavours’, supporting the gin’s score being in the ‘Exceptional’ score range." - The Gin Guide Awards 2024
Old Tom is a very old style of English gin, dating back to the 17th Century. Production techniques and ingredients were often very poor, resulting in a rough-tasting drink. It was therefore sweetened slightly, and sometimes lightly spiced, to make it palatable, as it would usually have been drunk neat. This often resulted in a spirit that was no longer clear. Sky Wave has been faithful to this style, creating an exquisitely crafted historic gin brought up to date for the discerning 21st century drinker. Available in 700ml bottles only, 41%ABV.
Sky Wave Triple Distilled Vodka - Ultra Smooth, 'A Game-Changer'
Sky Wave Zero - Alcohol-Free Distilled Spirit - Packed Full of Flavour but No Alcohol
Raspberry & Rhubarb Gin - A Fruity Dry Gin, Fruit Gin for Grown Ups™
No colouring or sugars are added making this the perfect gin and tonic for gin lovers looking for something a little different; or why not try it topped up with your favourite Prosecco for a real treat? That amazing colour really is all natural. This genuine gin (at 42%ABV) is just fabulous!
Orange and Madagascan Vanilla Gin - A Deliciously Dry Gin, Fruit Gin for Grown Ups™
Sky Wave’s brand new Orange and Madagascan Vanilla Gin is a delicious cutting edge expression crafted over the course of an entire year by Sky Wave Gin’s Master Distiller, Andrew Parsons. This exquisite, subtle spirit was the highest scoring orange gin in the world at the 2021 International Wine and Spirits Competition.
Created with fresh oranges, never flavourings or essences, the zest and orange segments are steeped in our Signature London Dry before being crushed to extract their fabulous, alcohol imbued juice. It is this fruit juice which brings just a touch of natural sweetness to the gin, as no sugar or artificial sweeteners are added. Drinkers will perceive the warm, creamy hint of finest Madagascan vanilla, sourced directly from the growers.
Liberation London Dry Gin - Soft, Floral, Delicious
"Sky Wave Liberation London Dry Gin has been awarded as a Winner in the Contemporary Gin category of The Gin Guide Awards 2024. The Judges were impressed by the inviting aromas, the balance and complexity of classic and citrus flavours, and the serving with Tonic Water. Individual Judge's comments included describing the Gin as having an ‘excellent combination of flavours on the palate’ and a ‘lovely, inviting nose’, supporting the gin’s score being in the ‘Exceptional’ score range." - The Gin Guide Awards 2024
"Great juniper nose with angelica, and subtle citrus and herbs. Rich citrus and juniper flavours with a sweet cardamom note. Nicely balanced with good complexity." - The World Gin Awards 2022 Judging Panel on awarding a GOLD medal. Sky Wave Liberation London Dry Gin is a smooth, soft, perfectly balanced gin at 42%ABV, created from 9 botanicals which reflect the nature growing around us in Lockdown, including raspberries and lemon verbena. Amongst its many medals, this outstanding gin was awarded a highly coveted Gold at the 2022 World Gin Awards.
Navy Strength London Dry Gin - The Gin Master. Seriously Strong, 57%ABV
"Sky Wave Navy Strength Gin has been awarded as a Winner in the High ABV Gin category of The Gin Guide Awards 2024. The Judges were impressed by the balance of prominent juniper, citrus and spice, the depth and length of the finish, and the serving with Tonic Water. Individual Judge's comments included describing Sky Wave Navy Strength Gin as being ‘balanced, fresh and clean, leaving the palate wanting more’ and making ‘a beautifully balanced G&T’, supporting the gin’s score being in the ‘Exceptional’ score range." - The Gin Guide Awards 2024
This is the award-winning Navy Strength version of Sky Wave Gin - same great smooth taste, but bottled at 57% ABV. It is so good it scooped the much-coveted MASTER distinction, the highest award, not once but twice at the International Gin Masters, and a silver medal at the 2022 World Gin Awards - as well as many others. The increased alcohol really brings out the berry and citrus content, so you get a very slightly sweeter hit before the subtle spices kick in for that famous lingering finish.
Spiced Apple Gin Liqueur - Hugely Versatile, 'Christmas in a Glass'
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