Lanarkshire gin producer Yva steals top awards from under global brands' noses
dailyrecord.co.ukAn inspirational Lanarkshire craft gin producer is toasting her success after she claimed the crown in two hotly-contested categories of the global gin industry Oscars.Discerning drinkers are raising a glass to wedding and funeral celebrant Yva McKerlich, whose first gin, the Jaunty Camper, was named a winner in the Traditional Gin (42 per cent and under) category of the prestigious Gin Guide Awards 2024.She also clinched a win in the Navy Strength (57 per cent) category for her Feisty Biker gin.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.
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