Yesterday - 28th July 2016, was the first year anniversary of the Trossachs Distillery Limited - home of McQueen Gin - registering as a company. Dale and Vicky McQueen, took the opportunity to celebrate at one of Callander’s best restaurants - The Callander Meadows, run by Nick and Suzanne Park - who by the way stock McQueen Gin behind the bar.

So how did we get here in 11 months? Here are some key dates and images from the last 12 months.

19 July 2015 – decision to bring forward the project start date

20 July 2015 – Dale called his boss – not coming back

28 July 2015 – Registered Trossachs Distillery Limited

Late August – Ordered Still

3 June 2016 – Product Launch