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John Gordons Whisky & Wine Bar

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Independent w**e and spirit merchant bar and cafe -
•5th coolest place to go in the UK according to The Times.
• Winner for Bar of the Year 2018•
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27/10/2026

20 YEARS OF JOHN GORDONS

Today marks a truly special milestone. 20 years of John Gordons! 🥂

Two decades of great drinks, memorable moments, new friendships and familiar faces who have become part of our story. ❤️

What makes these 20 years so special isn’t just the drinks we poured or the bottles we have shared, but the people who have walked through our doors, supported us, and kept coming back year after year.

To every loyal customer who has been with us from the beginning, and to everyone who has joined us along the way — thank you!
Your support means more to us than words can say, and we wouldn’t be here celebrating this milestone without you.

Tonight we raise a glass to 20 incredible years, to the memories we’ve made and to all the moments still to come.

Here is to the next chapter filled with great wh**ky, good company and many more years together.

Slàinte mhath! 🥃

26/10/2026

MEET YOUR NEW WINTER WARMERS! ☕️🍂

Cosy season has arrived at John Gordons!

We are welcoming two delicious new additions to warm you up on those chilly days:

🍪 Gingerbread Hot Chocolate – rich, chocolatey and full of festive gingerbread goodness.

🎃 Pumpkin Spiced Latte – smooth, creamy coffee with a warming pumpkin spice twist.

Whether you are craving something sweet or fancy a little autumn comfort in a cup, we have got you covered!

17/08/2026

Joe is a familiar voice to so many of you, having played at John Gordons for many years — and we’re delighted to have him back where it all began.

📅 Saturday 22nd August From 8pm
🆓 FREE ENTRY

Come down grab a drink and enjoy an evening of great live music with Joe Summers.

Let’s give him a proper JGs welcome back! 🍻🎶

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07/08/2026

New on draft!
Brugse Zot Blond is a beautifully balanced Belgian blonde ale brewed by the historic De Halve Maan Brewery. Expect delicate notes of citrus, honey and fresh spice, with a smooth malt backbone and a refreshing, slightly bitter finish. At 6.0% ABV, it’s crisp, flavourful and incredibly drinkable – a true Belgian classic.

Perfect for anyone looking to enjoy an authentic taste of Belgium. Come and discover why it’s one of the country’s most loved blonde ales.

Available now on draught.

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31/07/2026

Two of possibly the most sought after bourbons have just landed in our Old & Rare cabinet. These drams are only available for a limited time by the glass!

-Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year (107 Proof)
A legendary wheated bourbon aged for 10 years and bottled at 107 proof (53.5% ABV). Expect rich notes of caramel, vanilla, toasted oak and dark fruit with an exceptionally smooth finish. Produced in extremely limited quantities, this is a bottle that many collectors spend years trying to find.

🥃 Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve 15 Year
Often regarded as one of the finest bourbons ever made. Aged for 15 years, this iconic wheated bourbon delivers luxurious layers of maple syrup, leather, baking spices, dark cherries and mature oak. Its rarity and worldwide demand have made it one of the most collectible whiskies on the planet.

Rather than searching for a whole bottle you can now experience these bourbon icons by the glass in our Old & Rare wh**ky selection.

Visit John Gordons and discover why Van Winkle bourbons have become the benchmark for American wh***ey lovers around the world.

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27/07/2026

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

We will be closed on Wednesday 5th August for a Private event. There will also be some disruption to the arcade on the 3rd and 4th. We will remain open as usual on those days. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Kind Regards
Jgs Team

15/07/2026

🍸 What would you like to see served in this lovely new cocktail glass?

A timeless classic, something fruity and refreshing, or one of our signature creations?

Let us know your perfect pour in the comments below!

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14/07/2026

Summer sipping just got a little more exciting!Cù Bòcan Creation 8 is a vibrant Highland single malt packed with juicy orchard fruits, bright citrus, sweet vanilla, warming spice, and a gentle touch of smoke. Fresh, fruity, and full of character, it’s a perfect dram for sunny afternoons and long summer evenings.

Produced at the Tomatin Distillery in the Scottish Highlands, Cù Bòcan is known for experimenting with lightly peated spirit and creative cask combinations, bringing a modern and playful twist to Highland wh**ky.

Now available by the glass so come in and grab a dram of something a little different this summer! 🥃

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06/07/2026

Campbeltown wh**ky fans, We have got something special for you! Three fantastic single malts have just landed on our bar and all three are now available by the glass.

Kilkerran 12 Year Old — A beautifully balanced Campbeltown single malt with notes of citrus, vanilla, honey, gentle smoke and a touch of coastal salinity.

Longrow Peated — A bold, heavily peated wh**ky from Springbank Distillery. Smoky, oily and full-bodied, with maritime character, sweet malt, spice and a long smoky finish.

Kilkerran 8 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured — Bottled at cask strength, this rich and powerful single malt brings deep sherry character, dried fruit, dark chocolate, spice and classic Campbeltown coastal notes.

Whether you are already a Campbeltown wh**ky lover or looking to explore one of Scotland’s most distinctive wh**ky regions, this is a great opportunity to try these bottles without committing to the whole bottle.

New on the bar. Available now by the glass. Come in and try them while they last!

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03/06/2026

Possibly the first place in the UK to serve Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 7 Year Old by the glass. 🥃

With very limited availability in the UK and not yet widely available for retail purchase, this is a rare opportunity to experience one of Kentucky’s most sought-after wheated bourbons without committing to a full bottle.

Bottled at 100 proof (50%) and aged for 7 years. Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond delivers rich notes of caramel, vanilla, honey, toasted oak and baking spice, balanced by the smooth, elegant character that has made the Old Fitzgerald name legendary among bourbon enthusiasts.

Available by the glass for a limited time.

Once it’s gone, it’s gone!

Address

11 Montpellier Arcade
Cheltenham
GL501SU

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 10:30pm
Tuesday	10am - 9pm
Wednesday	9am - 10:30pm
Thursday	10am - 10pm
Friday	10am - 12am
Saturday	10am - 1am

Website

http://johngordons.co.uk/, https://cigars.co.uk/location/john-gordons/

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