Unique Smidgin explore and tasting tour
Overview
This activity is unique due to its combination of exploring a piece of Skopje's history within the Ruben Palace while revealing the creation of one of the world's finest gins, Smidgin London Dry.
Embark on an exclusive journey through our Smidgin distillery, where you will get an in-depth understanding of the process of crafting Smidgin gin. From the selection of botanicals to the distillation techniques, witness every step involved in creating the one of the worlds best gins.
Our skilled crafters will prepare two "perfect serve" cocktails for you to savor. The cocktails will showcase the versatility of Smidgin, with each one featuring a different flavor variant.
You'll be introduced with
Knowledgeable Guide
Aroma tasting of the Botanicals
Tutored gin tasting
Expertly Crafted "Perfect Serve"
and the most important, the Unforgettable Atmosphere!
What's Included
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages Three neatly prepared gins, accompanied by a single G&T Perfect Serve.
- Bottled water
Meeting Location
Boulevard Ilinden 80
Skopje 1000, North Macedonia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Join us for an exclusive tour at the historic Ruben Palace, which is now home to the renowned Smidgin Distillery. A unique opportunity for a behind-the-scenes look into how we've created the European Best Gin and one of the 6 Best Gins in the whole world.
Yes, yes, you have read it right! At The Gin Guide" Competition, Smidgin London Dry was recognized as the Best Gin from Mainland Europe and one of the 6 best Gins in the whole world!
During the tour you'll learn how the gin is produced, history, and why the Macedonian juniper is sought after by gin makers worldwide, the aroma tasting of the botanicals, and tutored tasting of the 3 gins.
(Smidgin Classic, Smidgin Velvet, and Smidgin Orient).
After the tour you will be served one 'Perfects Serve' drink.
Enjoy the ride !!!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Unique Smidgin explore and tasting tour?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-415418P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks.
- Alcoholic beverages. Three neatly prepared gins, accompanied by a single G&T Perfect Serve.
- Bottled water.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Unique Smidgin explore and tasting tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Unique Smidgin explore and tasting tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beveragesThree neatly prepared gins, accompanied by a single G&T Perfect Serve.
- Bottled water
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
