Unit 3, Rockfield Road Industrial Estate, Rockfield Rd, Hereford HR1 2UA, UK
Rockfield Fine Gin The heart of Hereford
A true taste of Hereford.
Our signature Rockfield Gin is inspired by the Herefordshire countryside.
Using a unique blend of botanicals our gin is distilled and bottled in the heart of Hereford City on the site of a former cider mill.
Welcome!
Exquisite Spirits Crafted with Passion
At Rockfield we are proud of our handcrafted spirits, which we distil right here on site. Many hours have been spent perfecting the taste of every Rockfield Spirit to ensure that you are craving for more. Our signature Dry Gin and our Pink Gin launched in May 2023, and since then our range has expanded to include 4 more gin flavours and our Rockfield Spiced Rum.
All our products can be ordered here on our website and delivered to your doorstep. Alternatively, pop in and see us in our on-site shop in Rockfield Industrial Estate, where our experts can explain further about how we have perfected the taste.
At Rockfield Spirits, we enjoy the art of creation so watch this space for future products.
Our Range
Dry Gin
40% vol.
£5.00 – £36.00
Eight carefully chosen botanicals perfectly mixed to deliver a deliciously crisp dry gin. Our Rockfield Dry Gin is the Spirit of Hereford in a glass.
Flavour Notes
Juniper, the essential gin botanical provides a hint of bitterness. Combined with acidic notes from citrus peel and depth and warmth provided by orris root and coriander, this offers a refreshing and versatile gin to enjoy with tonic and friends.
Juniper
The essential botanical
Coriander
Earthy and Fragrant
Pink Gin
40% vol.
£5.00 – £36.00
Red berries and rose petals combine to make this delicately balanced pink gin. The sister spirit to our flagship Rockfield Dry Gin.
Flavour Notes
This pink gin is packed full of flavour. Sweet on the nose and bright pink in colour. The vibrant pink colour is derived from our carefully selected, all-natural flavours including raspberries and strawberries. This delivers a fruity taste which is sweet enough to enjoy on its own or with a mixer.
Strawberries
Sweet and tangy
Raspberries
Zingy and refreshing
Rose petals
Delicate and floral
Elderflower Gin
40% vol.
£5.00 – £36.00
A sophisticated blend of five core botanicals, infused with elderflower and a touch of lemon.
Part of our Flavoured Gin Series.
Flavour Notes
Our Elderflower Gin provides an understated sweetness, with woody undertones. This gin complements a range of mixers.
Elderflower
Fresh and Floral
Serving Suggestion
Enjoy our Elderflower Gin by combining 50ml of Rockfield Elderflower Gin with a premium tonic. Finish off with a dash of lemon juice, ice and sliced apples or mint to garnish.
Orange Gin
40% vol.
£5.00 – £36.00
Vibrant essence of organic, sun-kissed oranges with a harmonious blend of botanicals.
Part of our Flavoured Gin Series.
Flavour Notes
Our Orange Gin has a sweetness with just a hint of bitterness. Served with lemonade, it gives you a refreshing drink you will want to drink all day long!
Orange
Sweet and Juicy
More Orange
Ripe and Tasty
Serving Suggestion
Enjoy our Orange Gin served with a premium tonic or ginger ale and a garnish of sliced orange.
Lemon Gin
40% vol.
£5.00 – £36.00
Lively lemons infused with botanical magic, a zesty refreshing delight.
Part of our Flavoured Gin Series.
Flavour Notes
Our Lemon Gin is strong on citrus. A thirst-quenching gin. Mix with a generous serving of lemonade or a light tonic to create a long drink over lots of ice.
Lemon
Sharp and Zesty
Serving Suggestion
Try serving our lemon gin poured over crushed ice, topped with lemonade and garnished with lemon and lime slices.
Raspberry & Rhubarb Gin
40% vol.
£5.00 – £36.00
Ripe raspberries and tart rhubarb harmonise with eight exquisite botanicals.
Part of our Flavoured Gin Series.
Flavour Notes
Bursting with juicy berry notes accompanied by subtle rhubarb. This gin offers a well rounded fruity flavour which you can drink throughout the year. Perfect on its own, or with a mixer.
Raspberries
Fresh and Flavourful
Rhubarb
Tart and Mellow
Serving Suggestion
We recommend serving our raspberry and rhubarb gin with a premium tonic along with ice and frozen raspberries.
Our Heritage
Welcome to Rockfield Spirits an exciting new distillery in the heart of Hereford cathedral city! A city known for its cider production and close proximity to the picturesque countryside.
Our distillery is situated on the grounds of a former cider mill once owned by the esteemed Boulton family. In 1840 the mill stood on ground formally known as Priory Meadow, an area steeped in Herefordshire’s cider production. We are delighted to bring this History back to life, with a modern twist. Instead of cider barrels, we’ve embraced the art of distillation using copper stills and bottles – creating the taste of Hereford – Rockfield Spirits.
We invite you to join us on this exciting journey of exceptional spirits!
Our Story
Paul Scourfield, an accomplished engineer, and business owner of EMS- a local air conditioning company – collaborated with his close friend and colleague Mike Griffiths to create Rockfield Spirits. As the business began to take shape, they were joined by a vital new member, Paul’s wife Sarah Scourfield. With the background as a headteacher, Sarah brought her own insights and creativity to the mix, helping to shape the vision of Rockfield Spirits.
Mike
Paul and Mike’s passion for crafting the perfect spirit has been the driving force since the beginning. They have spent countless hours perfecting their craft, experimenting with different botanicals, spices and ingredients to produce their first spirits. Their commitment to detail is reflected in our first two spirits: dry gin and a pink gin, which are now available to purchase in our distillery shop in Hereford or online.
Paul and Mike are continuing to experiment with blends and flavours to bring further ranges and releases in the future. They are currently developing a unique spiced rum and vodka, as well as exploring different flavoured gins. By following us on social media, you can stay up to date with our latest creations and be the first to know about exciting new releases.
Last but not least…
Doris
At the heart of Rockfield Spirits is Doris, our first large still, affectionately named in honour of Sarah’s late mother. With the installation of Doris, Rockfield Spirits have been able to produce their exceptional spirits on a larger scale, ensuring that more people can experience the incredible taste and quality of Rockfield Spirits.
We are also excited to open our doors to gin enthusiasts who want to learn the art and science of gin making. Our gin tasting and gin making classes are perfect for those that want to get behind the scenes and learn how to create their own gin blends.
Come and discover the unique flavours and aromas of Rockfield Spirits. Whether you’re a seasoned gin connoisseur or just starting to explore the world of spirits, we have something to offer everyone.
Tours & Experiences
Gin Making Experience
Have you ever dreamed of crafting your own unique and delicious gift? Now you can, with our exclusive gin making experience. As you create your own gin, you’ll have the opportunity to sip exquisite sample gins, elevating your tasting experience to new heights.
Whether you’re a gin connoisseur or a curious beginner, we will guide you through every step of the process. You’ll start by selecting from a carefully curated collection of botanicals to create your own personalised recipe.
Once you have measured out your botanicals, you’ll fire up our beautiful copper still and watch as the magic happens.
After the distillation is complete, you’ll have the opportunity to taste your gin before you bottle and create your personalised label, ready to take home and share with friends and family.
Our gin making is a hands-on, fun activity that is perfect for groups, special occasions or just a unique day out. Whether you’re looking for a memorable gift or an unforgettable experience, our gin making workshop is sure to impress.
Book now for an unforgettable gin making adventure!
Gin Tasting Experience
Join us on a journey through the world of gin with our tasting experience.
Start with a distillery tour, where you will see how our gin is made. Our guides will take you through the production process, from the selection of botanicals to the distillation and bottling of the final product. You will even get to meet our famous still, ‘Doris.’
After the distillery tour we’ll move into the bar for the tasting portion of the experience. Our guides will take you through the flavours and aromas of each gin and mixer. You will be offered a selection of gins to try, have a chance to ask questions about our products and our process, and share your own experience of the drinks.
We guarantee that you will leave with a new understanding and passion of this beloved spirit, as well as having lots of fun on the way!
This experience is perfect for gin lovers of all levels. Book your experience today and discover the world of gin like never before!
A new Hereford gin distillery has won an award less than a year after starting production, while also overcoming a planning wrangle with the council.
Rockfield Sprits on the city’s Rockfield Road industrial estate has taken silver in the “classic G&T” category of the People’s Choice spirits awards for its Dry Gin, at an event in Manchester on February 27.
Set up by Paul Scourfield, his wife Sarah and colleague Mike Griffiths, the company has only been in production since May last year, and now boasts a six-strong gin range as well as a spiced rum.
According to Sarah Scourfield, thanks to a big local push Rockfield spirits are already available in nearly 100 bars, restaurants and shops in and around Herefordshire. It aims to sell at least 20,000 bottles a year.
Unusually, the distillery also offers tasting and gin making classes and professional training as well as an on-site bar and shop.
And it was this diversity of uses that led to a run-in with Herefordshire Council over what, for planning purposes, the premises was to be classed as.
The dispute hung on whether is new use amounted to a change in “use class”, with the council saying, eventually, that it could not give a lawful development certificate for the distillery under the broad “E” class of commercial operations.
In the end a government planning inspector was brought in to resolve the issue. And SA Hanson ruled last month that the premises’ other uses were “incidental” to the distilling, and that the council’s position “was not well-founded”.
But while the council’s delay in issuing the certificate was “unreasonable”, this had not caused the distillery unnecessary expense, the inspector said, dismissing a bid for an award of costs against the council.
