Toast the Grand Finale of Downton Abbey with Gin from the Real-Life Castle

ESSEX, Conn., Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale arrives in theaters this September, fans can celebrate the Crawleys' last chapter with a toast worthy of nobility: a cocktail crafted with Highclere Castle Gin, distilled with botanicals grown on the very grounds of the "Real Downton Abbey."

Highclere Castle, recognized worldwide as the setting for the beloved series, has stood at the heart of English history for over a thousand years. Its legacy lives on in Highclere Castle Gin, a super-premium spirit co-founded by American entrepreneur Adam von Gootkin and the 8th Earl and Countess of Carnarvon, the castle's owners.

"It's an extraordinary moment to celebrate the legacy of Downton Abbey, which brought global attention to Highclere's beauty and traditions," said Lord Carnarvon. "This gin is a tribute to that heritage, crafted with ingredients from our gardens and representing the very best of British elegance."

Distilled with ancient spring water and estate-grown botanicals such as lavender, orange peel, and oats, Highclere Castle Gin is renowned for its refined, silky finish. With more than 200 international awards, it is the most awarded premium gin in the world. Later this year, the brand will debut its first extension: Peach Rose Gin, inspired by English summer garden parties. This elegant blend infuses the delicate Lady Carnarvon Rose with ripened Italian peaches and estate honey, layered onto the castle's original botanical recipe.

"For us, this brand was about more than creating the world's best tasting gin—it was about storytelling," said Adam von Gootkin, Co-Founder & CEO. "Highclere Castle has inspired generations, and we wanted every sip to feel like a transportive experience. With Downton Abbey's final chapter, it's the perfect time to pour a cocktail and celebrate the grandeur of the era."

From martinis to gin & tonics to royal punches for viewing parties, Highclere Castle Gin offers fans a tangible taste of the world they fell in love with. "Highclere Castle is not just a place," said Lady Carnarvon. "It's a feeling of tradition and celebration. Highclere Castle Gin allows that feeling to be shared anywhere in the world."

Raise your glass and let the Grand Finale begin with a gin worthy of nobility. Highclere Castle Gin is available nationwide at HighclereCastleGin.com.

About Highclere Castle Gin

Launched in 2019, Highclere Castle Gin is the world's most awarded premium gin. Co-founded by Adam von Gootkin with the Earl & Countess of Carnarvon, it is distilled with estate botanicals including lavender, citrus, and oats for a uniquely smooth profile. The brand operates from Highclere Castle in the UK and Essex, CT.

About Highclere Castle

Highclere Castle, the "Real Downton Abbey," is a 5,000-acre estate in Hampshire, England, and has been home to the Earls of Carnarvon since 1679. Famed as the filming location of the Emmy-winning series, the castle hosts over 135,000 visitors annually and continues its tradition of entertaining with elegance and history.

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