Masons Yorkshire Gin was created by Karl and Cathy Mason, gin enthusiasts with no prior knowledge of the industry who set out to produce a drink that stood out from the crowd, a unique gin with more character and more taste. The first Masons gin was launched on International Gin Day 2013, and since then Masons Yorkshire Gin has grown phenomenally. -- Masons first launched with our Original Gin in 2013. In 2015, we expanded the core range to bring in a Lavender and Tea edition (using Yorkshire Tea of course!). Further Special Editions have been added since to complement the range, including Distilled Sloe and Steve’s Apple. Most recently, our Peppered Pear Special Edition was launched at the 2017 Harrogate Christmas Market. -- Unfortunately on 2nd April 2019 the distillery was destroyed by a huge fire. The very next day, the team assembled around Karl & Cathy’s dining room table, full of spirit and ready to keep the brand going. By the end of the week and after sharing the whole house with the staff they had put in place temporary premises, offices, rental of distillery equipment and a plan. We had been overwhelmed with the level of support from the local community, Yorkshire and the distilling world. This is to say thank you to everyone who helped, offered help and most of all the Fire Service.