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Ever wondered what wine goes best with a salt & vinegar crisp? Or whether cheese & onion can elevate a glass of red? Wonder no more. We’re thrilled to announce the launch of a brand new tasting experience in York: Wine & Crisps Pairing Evenings, hosted by WSET-qualified drinks expert Emma Moore, right here in the stylish, newly opened York Distillery at Middleton’s Hotel. A Tasting Experience with a Twist Forget the usual cheese boards and canapés. These tasting ni …

Calories in a Gin and Tonic The average number of calories in gin and tonic is around 97, according to most reasonable estimates. But several factors can affect the question: How many calories in a gin? Here are some of the most important. Amount: Is it a single or double gin? Quantity of tonic? Are you going for half and half or three-quarters tonic to gin? Strength: Higher alcohol content in your gin results in more calories consumed. Mixer: ⁠Regular tonic versus low or zero-calorie options. …

York Gin stars on ITV as drinks expert describes it as ’beautiful’ York Gin’s collaboration with North Yorkshire’s Michelin-starred Star Inn has played a starring role on national TV. York Gin Old Tom appeared on the Gin Masterclass on ITV’s Love Your Weekend with Alan Titchmarsh. The programme’s drinks expert Andy Clarke along with all the guests including Amanda Redman and Kelvin Fletcher loved the gin - with Alan Titchmarsh saying it is ‘’delici …

From 9th January to 1st February, York residents enjoy an extra 10% off refills at the York Gin shop. This is on top of the £6 discount you already enjoy. Bring any 70cl spirits bottle to the Refill Station and choose your flavour of York Gin. Leave the rest to our brilliant staff. It’s the perfect way to refill your Christmas bottle - and make great savings (the Refill Station already gives you £6 off!) Great for your pocket and great for the planet. Just bring proof of addres …

What could possibly improve afternoon tea- other than a tipple! With York Gin now being served by our friends at Parlormade, enjoy a tipsy tea at the Cafe & Sconehouse located on the gorgeous, historic Little Shambles. Surrounded by the markets, Parlormade is the perfect pitstop for local mid-shopping snack, offering a diverse range of speciality cakes and fresh scones baked daily on-site. Parlormade occupy a 15th century Grade II listed timber-framed building, rich with the history and cha …