About Company

The Portsmouth Distillery Co. is a premium artisan spirit and Cyder producer. Established in 2018, our home is in the fabulous eighteenth century Bastion of Fort Cumberland. Located on the southeastern tip of Portsea Island – surrounded by the Sea and Centuries of naval history.

We produce a range of spirits for your enjoyment, including our Fort Cyder and Forty-1 Apple Brandy. Buy through our online shop, in person at the Fort or at one of the many events we’re exhibiting at. We’re passionate about the artisan spirit movement and giving Portsmouth it’s own distillery for the first time in hundreds of years.

SHARING OUR SPIRIT

We love our unique home. You can find us on the southeastern tip of Portsea Island, heading towards the Hayling Ferry, surrounded by the sea. Our distillery is within the eighteenth century Fort Cumberland, an Historic England property.

Our first twelve months were busy and you may have seen us on the local news and in the press sharing our passion for all things spirits. In February 2020 we were delighted to receive the Portsmouth News Business Excellence Award for Start up of the Year.

Come and discover the distillery for yourself weekdays between 11.00 -14.00 or at one of our popular tours, where you can see how we make our spirits and enjoy a tasting in our bar.

Follow us on Social Media to find out which local events and Farmers Markets we are attending or you can shop online in the store if you are over 18.

Ciders

As strange as it may sound, this glorious Apple Brandy actually tastes of fresh apples. Our Fort Cyder is distilled twice and then aged in oak for six months with the addition of hazelnuts to the barrels, a famous Normandy technique for softening the spirit. Bright, fresh and soft on the palate. Fantastic over ice. 41% ABV
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20cl Bottles
Bright, fresh and soft on the palate
Light apple peel aroma
41% abv.
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As strange as it may sound, this glorious Apple Brandy actually tastes of fresh apples.

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Winner of Bronze at the International Cider Competition 2020.

Fort Cyder is made from hand picked apples to ensure the impeccable quality of the juice - a blend of Cox, Bramley and Egremont Russett. The apples are hand sorted, washed, scratted, pressed and fermented. It is naturally clear through time and oodles of patience with absolutely no chemical interference, no additives and no added sugars or sweetners.
100% apple juice, with no watering down. Fort Cyder has a wonderful nose reminiscent of classic Normandy-esque light honeycombe aromatics. It is dry but juicy on the palate and extremely appley, with a crisp and bright, refreshingly moreish finish. Hampshire craft cyder made from 100% Hampshire apples.

Please note:

Fort Cyder is not available this year as the fruit in last years crop could not give us the blend of apples that make Fort Cyder what it is.
We could have done a 100% cox, but that would not have been Fort Cyder.
Please check back on this product later in the year, where we hope to have producer our award-winning cyder from the years harvest.
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330ml Cans
Tart with a little citrus in the finish.
Light apple peel aroma
Light yellow colour, moderate fizz
6.0% abv.
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Cider Tours

Join a tour of The Portsmouth Distillery, set in the stunning Fort Cumberland at Eastney point (PO4 9LD) for just £22 per person. All Tours have been rated “excellent” on Trip Advisor, so come and discover why for yourselves.

Enjoy a full tour of all facilities, with expert explanations about the processes used in the creation of our fine spirits. You’ll learn about our passion and the history of historic Fort Cumberland, learn how we make our amazing spirits and visit the jewel in our crown, the Powder Magazine. There you’ll get to taste our fabulous spirits and have a chance to soak up some of the history of the place we are proud to call home. Once you’ve tasted the spirits and chosen your favourite, your ticket will also include a full sized drink of your choice, and of course you are welcome to stay for a few more in our fully licensed bar.

There is a shop at the distillery, stocking the full range of our spirits, gift packs and merchandise so you’ll be able to take something home to continue to enjoy The Portsmouth Distillery experience.

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AN EXPERIENCE TO REMEMBER

AN EXPERIENCE TO REMEMBER

Join a tour of The Portsmouth Distillery, set in the stunning Fort Cumberland at Eastney point (PO4 9LD) for just £22 per person. All Tours have been rated “excellent” on Trip Advisor, so come and discover why for yourselves.

Enjoy a full tour of all facilities, with expert explanations about the processes used in the creation of our fine spirits. You’ll learn about our passion and the history of historic Fort Cumberland, learn how we make our amazing spirits and visit the jewel in our crown, the Powder Magazine. There you’ll get to taste our fabulous spirits and have a chance to soak up some of the history of the place we are proud to call home. Once you’ve tasted the spirits and chosen your favourite, your ticket will also include a full sized drink of your choice, and of course you are welcome to stay for a few more in our fully licensed bar.

There is a shop at the distillery, stocking the full range of our spirits, gift packs and merchandise so you’ll be able to take something home to continue to enjoy The Portsmouth Distillery experience.

Please look at the calendar when you follow the link and select the tour you wish to take, then simply purchase as many tickets as required.

£22 per person
Fort Cumberland, Fort Cumberland Road, Southsea, Hants,
Porstmouth,
PO4 9LD
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AN EXPERIENCE TO REMEMBER

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Events

UPCOMING EVENTS
From Comedy Nights, to live music & food evenings, we’ve got an event for everyone… Check out our upcoming events below, and book your tickets today! We look forward to seeing you!

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