Inside Info – Derek & Carol, Spirit of Masham Distillery
18 Aug 2025
Derek and Carol Harle founded the Spirit of Masham Distillery in the heart of Masham, where they use small batch production to create a range of true Yorkshire Dry Gins.
It’s all very personal…their handmade copper alembic still is called “Stan” and Stan helps them create beautifully smooth, flavoursome and well balanced unique gins that truely capture the spirit of Masham. Their gins are sold via their Masham shop, Corks & Cases. If you want to know more about gin or even have the rare experience of creating your own gin, they run Gin Experiences too!
Spirit of Masham is a peculierly™ Masham business, and you can explore other Masham shops via our maps below and read Derek and carol’ inside info in the following section.
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…inside info from Derek & Carol Harle…
How did you come to run the business?
The inspiration came from a good friend, a Master Distiller, who sampled our Masala Chai tea and said, “This would make a fantastic gin.”
Top sellers:
Handcrafted with care and bursting with character, each gin is truly unique. Every bottle has its loyal fans. What is your most peculier product? All of our products have something wonderfully “Peculier” about them. From the Oak Aged Ported Rum, to the Spirit of Masham Original Gin, Aramatic spiced Masala Chai or Rooibos tea each has a unique and special story.
What makes your business special?
It’s simple, we love what we do, and it shows in everything we offer.
Famous customers:
Needless to say we have had a few in our time, but it’s such a personal experience and we value our customers’ privacy!
What makes Masham peculier?
Masham has a rhythm of its own where heritage meets hospitality and every corner tells a story. Whether you come for scenery, craftsmanship, or one-of-a-kind experiences, you will find Masham is delightfully different and proudly peculier.
Insider tip:
Masham isn’t just a place, it’s a personality. What sets it apart? The quirky charm of its artisan shops, the creativity of its local businesses, and the warm welcome from people who truly love where they live.
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