Feragaia - The Original Free Spirit 50cl, 0.0% ABV - Handcrafted, Distilled Non-Alcoholic Spirit - Refreshing Depth of Flavour - Zero Sugar, Low in Calories - Gluten Free & Vegan

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We minimise the use of high emission vehicles in favour of cleaner, environmental and delivery. Our impact is low currently, but as we grow, clean logistics will be a key area for us live up to our commitment. We set our KPIs for environmental and social outcomes on an annual basis which are discussed in all board meetings. Made to reflect the changing drinking culture - with many people now choosing no or low alcohol brands - the spirithas been created to offer a premium and satisfying alternative to an alcoholic drink.

The product contains 14 botanicals including seaweed, bay leaf and chamomile, and is hand-blended and cut with Scottish water. The company recently completed construction of what it claims is the first working alcohol-free distillery in Scotland. As part of our environmental ambitions and sustainable development, we are using the B Corp process to implement the foundations of an Environmental Management system, of which we will build on annually. We have just opened Scotland’s first alcohol-free distillery, which sets the scene for innovation, but no teasers yet, I’m afraid. For my sculptures, I continue to explore more abstract expression, and I’m setting my sights on an exhibition in 2024!JW: Because we developed our taste and process that never touches alcohol – it was not straightforward. There was no textbook or existing product to take pointers from. We were on our own, and it was a bit of a nightmare creating the drink. Luxurious Magazine: The non-alcoholic drinks market is expanding rapidly. What was it about this that made you want to launch Feragaia? Jamie Wild: I grew up with what I would call a typical British relationship with drinking. I think it is nicely illustrated by a conversation I recall being an observer in, which went something like, “If you can, invest in big alcoholic drinks businesses, do- people will drink alcohol whether they are happy, sad or just feeling normal”. Pioneering alcohol-free distillation, unlike most alcohol-free drinks we don’t use alcohol in the process. Our distillery made spirit is 0.0% as we believe this to be important if we want to achieve authenticity, transparency and premium.

Choosing suppliers on shared values around the best environmental practices and ethical standards which we review through our supplier survey. As we are still a small business it is not currently feasible - but a goal we would like to work towards is making sure our supply chain is held accountable. Reducing carbon emissions. Ambition is to become carbon negative as we grow our business. Currently, carbon is a key factor in our strategy going forward and the partnerships we start. We include a guide to reducing carbon in our employee handbook. Amber in colour, with a taste of clean complexity and warming finish, this is an open call to cut out the noise and take in the moments worth savouring.

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Meaning wild earth, the new alcohol-free spirit, which has an amber hue, is distilled, blended and bottled in the Scottish Lowlands. Look for quality, transparency, and certification when reviewing our suppliers. This is communicated in our supplier agreements which states the expectations for Feragaia of working with our suppliers such as the traceability and go to acceptable lengths to compensate and look after their workforce.