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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. …

July's Independent of the Month: York Gin at The Exhibition Hotel York We are delighted to be working with the fantastic Exhibition Hotel York for July's Deal of the Month. Here’s how it works: Buy any 70cl bottle  from our York Gin shop on Pavement and we’ll give you a receipt that entitles you to 10% off York Gin Mediterranean Lemon at The Exhibition Hotel York (we recommend it served in a copa glass with Fever Tree Raspberry soda – perfect for summer!). Likewise, if you …

Wine & Crisp Pairing a Huge Hit. Join Us Next Time This Thursday, the newly opened Wine & Crisps Pairing Evening at York Distillery – located in the cool, speakeasy-style Middleton’s Hotel – was an absolute hit! Hosted by WSET-qualified wine expert Emma Moore, the event brought a refreshingly playful twist to wine tasting, pairing six wines with six varieties of crisps. Guests enjoyed three reds, two whites, and a fizz matched with everything from hand-cooked artisan cr …

World Gin Day is a global celebration of gin, held each year on the second Saturday of June. World Gin Day 2025 is on Saturday 14 June.  The first event was held in 2009. World Gin Day events happen in over 30 countries - with the details of events available on the World Gin Day website The idea is to celebrate gin - in a G&T, in cocktails or neat.  We've collected some easy-to-make gin cocktails - why not give them a try? They're truly delicious - and you don't need any …