FANS of a Scottish drink firm have been left gutted after bosses announced that it is now set to close.
The Garden Shed Drinks Company has been a favourite among gin lovers since it was first established in 2017.
The Garden Shed Drinks Company has won awards for their flavoured gin (stock pic)[/caption]
The brand was set up by two friends Ryan Grant and Ruaridh Jackson in a shed in their garden in Glasgow seven years ago.
The rugby players wanted to create gin with botanicals that are found in the area and in the gardens that most people want to get rid of, like brambles and dandelions.
The firm quickly became more and more successful and their delicious floured gins even went on to win awards.
Over the years, the team scooped a silver medal at the World Spirits Awards and was shortlisted at the prestigious Scottish Gin Awards.
However, the owners have now revealed that the firm is set to close and won’t be producing any more gin.
They shared the news with followers on social media and urged them to buy stock while they still have it.
We’ve been lucky enough to have our little gin business for over seven years but the time has come to bid farewell
The Garden Shed Drinks Compan
In a touching post on Instagram, the team said: “We’ve been lucky enough to have our little gin business for over seven years but the time has come to bid farewell.
“It was fun while it lasted and when we look back we realise just how far we’ve come.
“I think we can look back with pride at all the amazing things we’ve achieved.
“From an idea that started in a garden shed to creating multi-award winning spirits which were exported to over 25 countries around the world and collaborating with some of Scotland‘s best hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants, all whilst doing our bit for the environment!
“We still have some stock available but once it’s gone we won’t be producing anymore.
“So now’s your chance to get your last bottle of Garden Shed Gin before it’s gone forever!”
Locals have been left devasted by the news and many have flocked to the comments to share their disappointment.
From an idea that started in a garden shed to creating multi-award winning spirits which were exported to over 25 countries around the world
The Garden Shed Drinks Company
However, they also wished the team luck in their next venture and said the gin made by The Garden Shed Drinks Company was “the best” they’ve had.
One person said: “Love your gin! So very sorry you’re closing up. Good luck to you all”.
Another added: “That’s such a shame I can honestly say it’s the best gin I’ve ever had”.
Someone else wrote: “Gutted one of the best gins out there. Good luck with your new adventures”.
While a fourth shared: “Sad to hear this, one of my fave gins. All the best for the future“.
And a fifth chimed in: Oh no!! Gutted to hear this! Good luck with all your future plans, in whatever field they may be”.
Fans have said the brand’s gin is among the ‘best ever’[/caption]
