The maker of Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin talks about putting down roots in Leitrim, making great premium spirits, and the possible impact of Donald Trump’s threatened tariffs
For those who have settled, work and study in the town, leaving Lough Allen hotel has been a heavy blow
Maker of Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin in expansion mode
Thirty years ago the closures of three big employers inflicted huge trauma on the Leitrim town. But now it is thriving again and, driven by a vibrant food and drink sector, plans are in place for even further growth
The Shed Distillery in Co Leitrim sees profit grow to €3.8m even as CSO says Irish gin and whiskey exports are down
Co Leitrim spirits maker posted record results for last year and has stated its ambition to be a top 10 global gin brand
Latest accounts for maker of Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin show revenues and profits up substantially last year
Leitrim-based spirit produced by The Shed Distillery has also secured a distribution deal in India
Distillery has signed up importers in Vietnam and Malaysia, among other countries
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