Divine Gin in Holmfirth secures SALSA accreditation

A gin distillery in Holmfirth has been awarded a food and drink safety certification recognised by major retailers including The Co-op, Sainsbury’s and Waitrose.

Divine Gin has achieved SALSA (Safe and Local Supplier Approval) certification, which the business hopes will help it stand out in a crowded marketplace.

The distillery was founded by husband and wife team, Ray and Rachel Woolhead, in 2014.

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Mr Woolhead said: “In order to achieve SALSA certification we had to demonstrate that we operate to standards that are recognised and accepted across the industry and that exceed the minimum standards expected by enforcement authorities.

Rachel and Ray Woolhead at Divine Gin in Holmfirth.Rachel and Ray Woolhead at Divine Gin in Holmfirth.
Rachel and Ray Woolhead at Divine Gin in Holmfirth.

“Producing a top-quality product is at the heart of everything we do at Divine Gin and achieving SALSA approval gives leading and specialist buyers, and the general public, confidence that we are committed to producing superior gins and to continuously meeting the requirements of the SALSA standard.”

SALSA Approval is recognised by a growing list of more than 850 registered UK buyers, including The Co-Op, Ocado, Sainsbury’s and Waitrose.

Bonnie Joplin, scheme development manager at SALSA, said: "Small food businesses are often at the forefront of food trends, innovation and quality. By choosing SALSA Approved suppliers, buyers can be confident that our members not only make great products, but that food safety management is paramount. Congratulations Divine Gin we’re proud to have you on board.”

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Mr Woolhead added: “Gaining this certification is a major step towards achieving our ambitious growth plans. We are aiming to triple production to 700 bottles a week over the next 18 months. We also hope to supply Divine Gin to some of the major retailers and achieving SALSA Approval will help us to do that.”

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