Consumers have been warned not to drink any of the products.
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Gin and whisky from a Scots distillery has been branded as “unsafe” by the consumer watchdog on the approach to Christmas.
Food Standards Scotland (FSS) is urgently warning consumers not to purchase or consume any whisky or gin products manufactured by Kimbland Distillery Ltd, as these products may pose a risk to health.
The company, based in Sanday, one of Orkney’s Northern Isles, has been producing and selling alcoholic products without the required safety controls.
The watchdog said it has failed to provide evidence that its products meet safety standards.
Stuart McAdam, Head of Incidents at FSS commented: “Following close collaboration with the Local Authority, we are warning consumers not to drink any products from the Kimbland Distillery due to safety concerns.
“As we approach the festive break, we want to make sure that anyone who may have purchased these for themselves or as a gift, knows about the potential risk that these products may pose.”
FSS has directed enforcement authorities across Scotland to identify and contact any establishments that may be stocking these products.
While information suggests distribution is mainly localised to Orkney, the business also operates an online store, meaning products may have been sold more widely.
Products to be aware of include New Make Spirit of Whisky (all sizes), Sanday Tempest Gin 70cl, Sanday Sunset Gin 70cl, Sanday No.1 Gin 70cl and filled barrels and casks.
According to the distillery’s website, it “proudly produces an authentically Orkney whisky in a carbon negative process”.
