Food & Drink Awards 2020

Page 66 www.lux-review.com LUX 2020 Food & Drink Awards Many people enjoy sitting down at the weekend, after a long hard week at work, with a glass of their favourite concoction, whether it be a simple non-alcoholic beverage, or something a little stronger. Gin and tonic has long been a favourite of many people, but the world of gin has exploded in recent years with all manner of flavourings. Yet, the need for a premium-tasting tonic has remained the same. That is where Skinny Tonic comes into the picture, delivering outstanding taste with no artificial ingredients. Discover more about this luxury firm as we take a closer look. Skinny Tonic Ltd Best New Ambient Drinks Product - UK Sep20636 Founded upon a premium taste with no artificial ingredients, Skinny Tonic is the prefect accompaniment to anybody’s favourite gin, and already has a growing fan base amongst gin lovers who do not want to compromise on taste. Putting the health of its customers first, Skinny Tonic understands that even the healthiest of people enjoy a drink now and then, but that does not mean that those people have to laden themselves with sugar in the process. After spotting a gap in the market for a no-nonsense, great- tasting tonic water, co-founders Ian Minton and Steve Wilkinson set out to create the crème-de-la-crème of tonic waters, especially one that would not cause a blood sugar spike in those consuming it. That particular point of discussion was driven by Mr Minton being a type-1 diabetic, something that often caused him to struggle when searching for a tonic water without either hidden sugars or artificial sweetener. From there, and in pursuit of that mission, Skinny Tonic was born. Truly luxurious tonic waters are hard to come by, but luxurious tonic waters that are free from sugars and artificial sweeteners are even harder to find. Skinny Tonic addresses the need for this luxury item in a market where sugar has been king since its inception, and delivers excellence at every level. As well as ensuring that the customer has an exemplary tasting experience, the team at Skinny Tonic constantly seeks to go above and beyond in ensuring that the manufacturing process is of the highest standard. A key part of ensuring that luxury standard is maintained across all elements of the business is the bespoke production plant that produces six thousand cans an hour, with plans in place to triple to size of the factory and produce twenty four thousand cards an hour by February 2021. Within that outstandingly extensive range of cans that Skinny Tonic produces, there is another level to the luxury service that Skinny Tonic provides. The full range is produced using aluminium cans which are indefinitely recyclable and will go from the recycling bins to store shelves within sixty days, with a much smaller carbon footprint than glass or plastic. Alongside the environmental quality that makes Skinny Tonic one of the most luxurious tonic water producers, there is also a uniqueness that lies in what the drinks do not contain, such as sugars, artificial ingredients, and calories. Led by science, the tonics have been formulated with the help of taste specialists and expert taste profilers to come up with the perfect matches to the most popular gins on the market today. Skinny Tonic’s range is made using the finest natural ingredients, including natural plant extracts, stevia, and spring water from Staffordshire to create a premium-tasting blend of tonics. Behind the tonics that Skinny Tonic produces, there is a team of exceptional individuals that are constantly innovating and finding new flavours to infuse into the drinks. The team are fun, experienced, talented, and all have a can-do attitude like no other, but what makes the atmosphere at Skinny Tonic so enviable to work in is the culture. Driven by a culture of innovation, pace, and customer-centricity, Skinny Tonic always aims to go above and beyond in its pursuit of excellence for those who desire a fresh, luxurious, and premium- tasting tonic. Everyone aims to go above and beyond in achieving the perfect tonic for the perfect gin partnership. Ultimately, innovation drives the luxury products that Skinny Tonic provides. Innovation drives new flavours, new production methods, new pairings, and new divine tastes. Bringing ideas to life through innovation is not easy, but Skinny Tonic has recently invested more than five million pounds into state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment. The strong and experienced management team give clear direction, and the team buy into the culture of innovation that is furthered by the investment. As demand for Skinny Tonic grows, the firm will look to add further exciting and luxurious flavours to its range. There has never been a better time to get that luxurious tonic for the perfect gin. Company: Skinny Tonic Ltd Contact: Steve Wilkinson Website: https://skinnytonics.com/