Hayman’s Cocktail Competition 2025
In June 2025, the final of Hayman’s The Original Gin Cocktail Competition, in partnership with Difford’s Guide, took place at the Distillery in London. Judged by
As London’s Original Gin, this is how to have the Original Day out in our city.
It’s a celebration of London’s timeless traditions – from iconic landmarks to afternoon tea and cocktails to a West End performance and a night’s stay at The Covent Garden Hotel.
The Original Day Out in London with Hayman’s.
Start your day by visiting London’s iconic landmarks from Big Ben to Tower Bridge and everything in between.
Work up an appetite and head to Covent Garden Hotel for a spot of Afternoon Tea. A timeless British tradition from coronation chicken sandwiches and fluffy scones with clotted cream and preserves to Victoria sponge and shortbread. Pair with a Charles’ Garden cocktail to elevate the occasion.
Spend your afternoon perusing one of London’s many department stores. Our favourites include Selfridges, Liberty and Fortnum & Mason.
Enjoy a distillery tour at the home of London’s Original Gin – Hayman’s Distillery. You’ll be greeted by a gin and tonic on arrival, learn the story behind London’s Original Gin and get a behind the scenes look into how we make our award-winning family gin, distilled the same way since 1863.
Take your seats for a fabulous West End show with a Hayman’s gin and tonic. With so many iconic venues and musicals, dramas or comedies to choose from there is something for everyone.
For the perfect nightcap head to Zetter Townhouse. Find a cosy chair and sip on a classic cocktail or modern twist, the ideal wind down after a long day.
Settle in for a luxurious night’s stay at Covent Garden Hotel. An exquisite spot to rest your eyes and the perfect end to the Hayman’s Original Day Out in London.
Want to win your own Original Day Out in London?
Simply purchase a bottle of Hayman’s London Dry from Waitrose or Sainsbury’s* for your chance to win a luxury London experience for two.
Prize includes:
- Travel expenses & spending money
- A night’s stay & breakfast at the Covent Garden Hotel
- Hayman’s Distillery tour
- Afternoon tea at the Covent Garden Hotel
- Cocktail & Dining experience
- Tickets to a West End show
Total prize value £3000
*Ts&Cs apply, competition is only open to UK residents.
