Inspired by a love of craft spirits, lifelong scientists Andy and Norman decided to use their expertise and passion to found Anno in 2011, bringing a proud tradition of gin making back to their home county of Kent for the first time in over 200 years.

They create unique award-winning spirits, using a carefully crafted blend of science and nature,Learn more about the fascinating history behind gin, or even have a go at making your own very special concoctions with our Blending Experience.

I'm Justin Birch of Wadhurst, East Sussex and I've spent a highly enjoyable decade obsessively trying to create the perfect gin. It was worth the wait.
Our handcrafted gin made in copper pot stills is delighting customers across the UK.

The Co-operative Stall is used by those stallholders who are unable to attend the market but still wish to sell their produce. We offer a variety of Rapeseed oils, honey and Greensand  Distillery products

The Copper Rivet Distillery is an exciting and dynamic Medway based craft distillery. Drawing upon the area's rich tradition of innovation and craft, the team will toil together to produce small batches of exceptional gins, whiskies and vodkas from scratch in bespoke stills.

We simply want to make the finest spirits possible from locally sourced surplus produce, and which reflect the flavours of the woods, orchards, fields and hedgerows that surround our distillery.
We use advanced technology and 100% renewable energy, and work with our region's farmers to reduce food waste at the farm gate by fermenting and distilling quality produce that supermarkets won't take.

Situated in the historic market buildings of Maidstone town centre, our beautiful still and equipment sit at the heart of our distillery, nestled beneath grand arches dating back to the 1800’s.

"As wine-makers, lets use the parameters we use with wine; Colour, body and palette" said founder, William Boscawen. “In winemaking, the use of oak must be complimentary and subtle, this spirit however places the glory of high quality winemaking oak at the center of its being, harmonised with the other botanicals ” Head winemaker, Scott Gebbie.

Se also Mereworth Vineyard

In June 2022 we launched our signature, timeless and classic Juniper-forward London Dry Gin, Mousehall Sussex Dry Gin. Our award-winning Gin is produced using 13 botanicals with local and unique ingredients combining our English & South African heritage.

Specialists in distilling of local and international produce using 100% renewable energy. We are experts in contract distilling, using cutting edge technology alongside traditional techniques to create delicious spirits at our sustainable distillery in the UK. Working alongside growers, dreamers and established brands to create authentic spirits of the highest quality

The Foundry Brewery (See The Foundary Brepub) now incorporates our distillery. Come and see us create our whisky or simply enjoy them over some scrumptious pub specialities.

Our artisan tipples are created using premium gin and vodka made in a small batch copper-pot still combined with foraged wild fruits and berries<

Gin distillery

Locally Made specialist Gins

Artisan liqueurs using organic seasonal ingredients where possible