Public urged not to drink whisky or gin from Scots distillery over 'risk to health'

A warning has been issued over whisky and gin from a Scots distillery which may pose a risk to health, according to Food Standards Scotland (FSS).

The food safety watchdog said it is urgently warning consumers not to purchase or drink any whisky or gin products manufactured by Kimbland Distillery Ltd, based in Orkney.

The alcohol may pose a risk to health as the company has reportedly been producing and selling alcoholic products without the required safety controls.

Food Standards Scotland says the distillery has failed to provide evidence that its products meet safety standards.

Stuart McAdam, head of incidents at FSS, said: “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.

Food Standards Scotland released a list of products consumers should be aware of: