Spirits with Style: Crafting Small-Batch Gin with a Vintage Flair

Rutland Square Gin, a fusion of Scottish craftsmanship and Indian heritage, sweeps the global stage as it clinches the coveted Global Startup of the Year title at the Scotland Startup Awards 2023, showcasing its commitment to quality, sustainability, and cultural celebration in every sip

Nishant Sharma had a vision to craft an exceptional gin that fused his passion for Scottish craftsmanship and Indian heritage. In 2021, this vision came to life with the launch of Rutland Square Gin in Edinburgh.

Rutland Square Gin is inspired by Sharma’s own diverse background and experiences. His goal was to create a gin that celebrated these cultural influences while upholding the highest standards of quality and sustainability. Each bottle is a testament to this commitment, from the finest Scottish botanicals to the exotic Indian white tea infused in every batch. The result is an exceptionally smooth spirit perfect for both classic cocktails and modern mixology.

With a dedication to innovation and tradition, Rutland Square Gin has an exciting future ahead. Plans are in the works for crafting limited edition collector’s gins using a variety of botanicals to appeal to diverse tastes. Partnerships with hotels and restaurants are aimed at curating bespoke cocktails highlighting the gin’s versatility. And a commitment to sustainability will see Rutland Square Gin continue to reduce environmental impact and encourage responsible consumption.

In just two short years, Rutland Square Gin has emerged as an award-winning gin poised to become a prominent player in the spirits industry. Winning Startup of the Year in 2023 was a source of immense pride and validation for Sharma and his team. Their vision, hard work, and passion for creating an exceptional product resonated deeply with industry peers. The award is motivation to keep pushing the boundaries of innovation, improving their craft, and delivering unique experiences to gin connoisseurs around the world.

With a vintage flair and nod to his family’s distilling legacy, Sharma has crafted a gin that is more than just a drink – it’s a story of cultural fusion told in every bottle. Rutland Square Gin is determined to carve out a niche as the quintessential gin for every table and connoisseur. The future is bright for this small-batch gin with an innovative spirit.