GinIstra festival
This year, domestic and international experts are coming to Rovinj with numerous interesting lectures, workshops, panels, and masterclasses. Gin experts, local and foreign exhibitors will gather in one place, who will have the opportunity to exchange experiences and knowledge in Rovinj. The festival has become a synonym for learning, enjoying and sharing experiences, providing an opportunity for visitors to combine the pleasant with the useful in one place.
The GinIstra festival offers a journey through the world of flavors, aromas and rich traditions - to a festival dedicated to one of the most beloved and magical drinks of all time - the gin festival. The world of gin is steeped in layers of history, culture and innovation, and at festivals like GinIstra, these layers are opened like the pages of a book, revealing the diversity of flavors, the art of mixing and the stories behind each bottle. The festival dedicated to gin gathers lovers of this drink, whether they are avid consumers, cocktail lovers or producers of gin itself. These events provide an opportunity to explore different brands, flavors and gin-making techniques through tastings, workshops, presentations and panel discussions with top national and international experts. At the heart of every gin festival lies the desire to share knowledge, explore new flavors and connect with a community that appreciates superior quality and the art of distillation. Whether you are a newcomer to the world of gin or an experienced connoisseur, GinIstra offers the opportunity to expand your horizons, meet new people and enjoy an unforgettable experience that will further enrich your love for this mystical drink.
FRIDAY, October 25, 2024
15:00 – Opening of the festival (Main Hall)
15:30 – Ceremonial opening of the festival and announcement of the festival winner (Main Hall)
16:00 – B2B (Main Hall)
16:30 – Panel discussion: Development of a tourist destination through selective forms of tourism (Main Hall)
Istrian County; Boris Miletić, Istrian prefect
Ministry of Tourism and Sports; Monika Udovičić, State Secretary
Croatian Chamber of Commerce (HGK); Mladen Draguzet, President of the Professional Group of Travel Agencies, HGK ŽK Pula
Uniline; Danijela Matana, Head of the Uniline Group Management Office
17:30 – Lecture: Which typology of gin to choose - Kristijan Damijanić (Masterclass Hall)
18:15 – Masterclass: Distillation technique - how to cook gin - Marko Fabić (Masterclass Hall)
19:00 – Masterclass: Perfect combinations of gin – Mediterranean show (Masterclass Hall)
Music program:
20:00 – Mateo Pilat
22:00 – Matija Cvek
00:00 – DJ SoChic
SATURDAY, October 26, 2024
15:00 – Beginning of the festival - B2B - DJ (Main Hall)
16:00 – Lecture: Recognizing the authenticity of distillates - Marin Žulj (Masterclass Hall)
17:00 – Panel: How to make your gin a brand - (Main hall)
Assoc. prof. Ph.D. Marko Paliaga (University of Jurja Dobrila in Pula, Mayor of the City of Rovinj-Rovigno)
Assoc. prof. Ph.D. Mirjana Grčić Fabić (Faculty of Economics in Rijeka)
Marin Jovanović (Ginović Gin)
Iva Pranjić (Castrum gin)
18:00 – Lecture: Gin tasting - Francesco Bregagna (Masterclass Hall)
18:45 – Lecture: The use of fruit distillates in the production of gin – Ivan Urošević (Masterclass Hall)
19:30 – Masterclass: How to make a creative cocktail - Petar Nasić – The Artisan (Masterclass Hall)
Music program:
20:00 – Gordan Gregurović
22:00 – TBF
00:00 – DJ Frenki
