
The Barondale Story
Nestled deep in the verdant Cheshire countryside stands Barondale Grange, a small estate steeped in years of history and tradition. Lord and Lady Barondale, share a passion for reinvention, creation, and celebrating life’s moments to the fullest. Their dream of crafting extraordinary spirits—each embodying their individual characters and the soul of their home—took shape in the most unlikely of places: a long-disused chapel on the manor’s grounds.
For decades, that modest chapel stood silent, its stained-glass windows layered with dust, its pews creaking in the hush of abandonment. Yet Lord Barondale perceived more than neglected stone walls; he recognised the promise of a new venture—an artisan distillery where ancient architecture might resonate with fresh endeavour. With Lady Barondale’s unwavering encouragement, he set about renovating the chapel, breathing purpose into its sacred halls. Glass still replaced the old altar, and the fragrant aroma of botanicals soon filled the space.
The Gorilla: Barondale Vodka
Lord Barondale found his muse in the formidable yet protective gorilla, an emblem of steadfast strength—one he felt mirrored his role as guardian of Barondale Grange. Determined to capture that power in liquid form, he sourced the finest grains from local farms, distilling them with fervour equal to the chapel’s original reverence. The result was Barondale Vodka: smooth yet commanding, a testament to the gorilla’s robust presence. Each sip stands as a tribute to the Lord’s resilience and to the chapel that rose from disuse to become a place of spirited transformation.
The Flamingo: Barondale Pink Gin
Lady Barondale’s radiant energy and fondness for all things elegant found a natural counterpart in the flamboyant flamingo. Its vivid plumage and graceful carriage echoed her love of bold colour and refined style. Determined to conjure this same sparkle in a bottle, she experimented with delicate fruit and floral infusions in the repurposed chapel’s gleaming still. The outcome was Barondale Pink Gin, infused with berries for both hue and effervescence, and brimming with the flamingo’s charismatic flair. Just as the Lady enlivens every gathering with her warmth, this pink gin brings vibrancy and a hint of the unexpected to any occasion.
The Alpaca: Barondale Gin
Beyond the chapel-turned-distillery lie Barondale Grange's small herd of alpacas roams peacefully—gentle creatures that have become emblems of the land’s calm charm. Both Lord and Lady Barondale cherish these placid animals, finding in them a reflection of unity: two distinct spirits working together in harmony. The couple combined their efforts to create Barondale Gin, blending locally foraged botanicals to reflect the alpacas’ serene, curious nature. Clean, layered notes and a soothing finish offer a taste of the soft tranquillity found in the Cheshire countryside, celebrating the shared vision that underpins their work.
In every bottle of Barondale spirits lies the story. Lord and Lady Barondale invite all who visit Barondale Grange to savour the harmonious blend of strength, flair, and rural tranquillity—and to raise a glass in tribute to a heritage rooted in ancient walls, awakened by fresh passion, and poured into every sip.