News and Blog

York Gin has just been accredited with the Good Business Charter, showing our commitment to the highest standards in responsible and sustainable business practice.The Good Business Charter (GBC) offers accreditation for organisations prioritising their employees, the environment, customers and suppliers, while paying their taxes according to the spirit of the law. Set up in 2019, the charter has the support of both the CBI and the TUC. Other partners include the Living Wage Foundation and the Pr …

EARTH DAY - 22 April 2022We know we depend on governments and huge companies to make the radical changes that are needed to start healing our planet. But Earth Day is a good reminder that we can all do our bit.For example, at York Gin, a brand new water management system will save over 250,000 litres per year. York Gin Daniel explains the environmentally-friendly water re-use systemGlobal problem - small, local solutions The vast majority of us realise we need to cut our carbon emissions …

York Gin has launched a brand new range of bottles today - and the historical rebrand massively cuts their carbon footprint.The company’s new bespoke Yorkshire-made bottles are 42% lighter than the originals, and travel 20 miles rather than 600 from the previous manufacturer in France. This cuts the carbon cost of transport by 95%.The bottles - made by Leeds-based, sustainable bottle manufacturer Allied Glass - are 100% plastic free, with paper tamper seals and wood and cork stoppers.The miniatu …