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World-class Gins Coming to York's City WallsWorld-class gins will be made within York's city walls for the very first time, as plans for a new distillery are unveiled.The new York Distillery from the makers of York Gin’s range will include a working distillery, a gin school, and tasting classes.Guests will have the opportunity to see the gins being made, make their own gin to take home, and learn tricks and tips of gin and spirit tasting.Bosses hope the York Distillery will open in the grounds o …

It’s Good Business Week - a chance for us to say how proud we are to be accredited with the Good Business CharterThe charter was set up to encourage responsible business behaviour - to treat people and planet with care and respect. To gain accreditation an organisation must meet 10 commitments towards responsibility and sustainability.As one of England’s most sustainable distilleries, here are just some of the ways we ‘walk the walk’:- We pay all our team at least the Living Wage- We …

Is gin gluten free?Yes - classic gin that hasn't had any extra ingredients added after distillation is gluten-free. The Coeliac Disease Foundation says distilled alcohol contains no gluten peptides. Tonic water is gluten-free too. So a classic G&T is safe!Although gin is usually made with neutral grain spirit, the process of distillation removes gluten.It's worth noting that some flavoured gins and pre-mixed gin cocktails may have gluten due to additions of ingredients after distillation.As alwa …

What are the best Valentine's Day gins?What could be more romantic than getting a bottle of Valentines gin? Take a look at this guide to Valentines Day gins.Then buy some romantic gin in the York Gin online shop for a loved one - or to treat yourself. Remember - self care is important!And If you're in York, make sure you get to the York Gin shops for free tasters and brilliant advice from gin experts.And here are some reasons why we think you should visit the York Gin online shopS …

Buy a large bottle of York Gin for 15% off your bill at the fabulous nearby Trio Kitchen & Bar. They serve four different flavours of York Gin too! (Offer excludes Saturdays.) And make sure you follow @trio_kitchenbar on Instagram - the first 50 people to share their York Gin post will get a FREE G&T! The beautiful bar on the infamous Whip-ma-whop-ma-gate is a 20-second walk from the York Gin shop.  Freshly homemade, mouthwatering classic Turkish dishes, a warm, inviti …