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Health Warning: Unsafe Spirits from Kimbland Distillery

12/17/2025

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Health authorities in Scotland warn against consuming gin and whisky from Kimbland Distillery in Orkney, as the festive season approaches.
Food Standards Scotland (FSS) says the distillery produced beverages without the necessary safety controls.
FSS says the distillery has not provided evidence of compliance with safety standards.
Affected products include New Make Spirit of Whisky and various gins.
Sebastian Hadfield-Hyde, owner of Kimbland Distillery in Orkney, says no spirits have been produced in 18 months due to renovations.

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Health authorities in Scotland warn against consuming gin and whisky from Kimbland Distillery in Orkney, as the festive season approaches.
Food Standards Scotland (FSS) says the distillery produced beverages without the necessary safety controls.
FSS says the distillery has not provided evidence of compliance with safety standards.
Affected products include New Make Spirit of Whisky and various gins.
Sebastian Hadfield-Hyde, owner of Kimbland Distillery in Orkney, says no spirits have been produced in 18 months due to renovations.