It is unfortunate but every time I think of gin I think of Hogarth. Every time.
From Britain's iNews, July 8:
Drinks manufacturers have been hit by a raft of cost increases, from the price of wheat – which is used to make many types of gin – to glass bottles, energy, transportation and wages
The price of gin is set to go “flying up”, with some popular brands likely to introduce increases of several pounds a bottle as a result of the war in Ukraine, distillers have claimed.
Wheat and other cereal prices, which were already rising prior to Russia’s invasion have soared since the outbreak of the conflict.
The grain is an essential component of many types of gin, which is made by infusing a base grain with juniper berries and other botanicals.
Drinks manufacturers have also been hit by a raft of other price increases during the cost of living crisis, from raw ingredients and glass bottles to energy, transportation costs and wages.
Ian McCulloch, managing director at Surrey-based brand Silent Pool Gin, described the situation as “horrific”.
He said: “It’s everything – the cost of glass, [bottle] stoppers, anti-tamper capsules.”....
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