Distillery
G&J Distillers
G&J Distillers is a historic English distillery specializing in the production of gin and other spirits. With a long tradition dating back to the 18th century, it distils its own brands and produces contract and private-label products for international brands and retailers.
- Warrington · Cheshire · United Kingdom
- Since 1761
- 5 products
The story
The origins of gin production linked to this company are traced back to 1761 with figures such as Thomas Dakin; the historic site is in Warrington, Cheshire. The modern business operates under the legal name G&J Distillers Ltd (established as a contemporary legal entity) and is part of the Quintessential Brands group. In recent years the facility has continued to produce both historic brands (e.g. Greenall's) and contemporary labels and private labels; the trading name and corporate structure have evolved over time with renamings and integrations within the Quintessential Brands group.
Production philosophy
Combining a historical heritage in gin distillation with targeted innovation: to deliver quality and consistency for own brands and contract projects while maintaining a focus on craftsmanship and the development of new expressions.
Territory
Warrington, Cheshire (United Kingdom). Production and bottling for own brands and third-party clients; operations with international distribution.
Awards and recognition
Repeated winner of the International Spirits Challenge 'Gin Producer of the Year' award (multiple wins since 2015).
Characteristics
- Type
- Distillery
- City
- Warrington
- Categories
- gin
- London Dry gin
- English gin
- contract manufacturing / private label
- Representative products
- Gin Greenall's Original 100cl
- Gin Greenall's Original 100cl - DAMAGED LABEL
- Gin Langtons N.1 The Lakeland 70cl
- Gin London Dry Bulldog 100cl - G&J Distillers
- Gin London Dry Bulldog 70cl - G&J Distillers
- Gin Opihr 70cl
What makes it distinctive
- Recognised as one of the oldest continuously operating gin distilleries in the world.
- Part of the Quintessential Brands group and distils well-known brands such as Greenall's, Opihr, BLOOM, Thomas Dakin and Berkeley Square.
- Offers liquid development and contract manufacturing services for retailers and brands.