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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. …

We’re delighted to be working with the brilliant Judge’s Lodging on York’s Lendal for May’s Deal of the Month. Here are the details: Enjoy 10% off York Gin at the Judge’s Lodging for the whole of May when you buy a large bottle at our shop. And for the whole month, we’ll give you a 10% discount on large bottles in our shop when you’ve enjoyed a York Gin at the Judge’s Lodging. All you need to do is show your receipt either at the bar of the Judge&r …

We're proud to announce the launch of our new bottle – made entirely from 100% recycled glass by Yorkshire manufacturer Verallia, right here in the UK. Every one of our bottles is crafted using glass from previously-used bottles, windscreens, and other glass products. This pre-used glass is crushed, melted, and then re-cast into our distinctive York Gin bottle shape, complete with its bevelled design inspired by the historic city walls. The glass, known as Vista, is made from 100% PCR (pos …

We have opened a new distillery with its own gin school inside one of York’s finest city centre hotels - open to book from Friday 4th April. Book or enquire here York Distillery is located within the city’s ancient walls at Middleton’s Hotel. This new space allows us to develop new spirits to complement our internationally renowned York Gin range. The boutique distillery will also offer lessons in gin tasting, teach visitors how to create their own unique gin, and host cocktai …

York Gin has played a starring role on ITV. Our Mad Alice Bloody Orange gin appeared on Alan Titchmarsh's Love Your Weekend on the morning of Sunday 9th February 2025. Drinks expert Jonathan Phang used York Gin’s blood orange gin to make a Breakfast Martini cocktail as part of the Best of British slot. Jonathan described it as an 'amazing gin - vibrant and fruitful and fabulous'. Guest Alan Davies of QI and Jonathan Creek said 'it's really delicious'. Natalie Hall, Director of York …