East London’s oldest (and finest) spirits brand.

Producing premium, award-winning spirits since 1736. Working with the global bartending elite, we’ve distilled over 30 different styles of gins, rums, vodkas, and whiskeys, showcasing in some of the world’s greatest cocktail venues from the Waldorf Astoria in New York to London’s 5* Savoy Hotel.

Nicholson was founded in Clerkenwell in 1736. Across the centuries, we invented the iconic London Dry Gin style, developed a chain of over 80 London pubs, and distilled gin for the Houses of Lords and Commons. A true London brand with 1 brewery and 200 different products, distributed across 130 countries.

A marvel in the Golden Age of cocktails, our London Dry Gin was listed in some of the greatest cocktail books ever written, from ‘The Waldorf Astoria Bar Book’ to ‘Harry’s ABC of Mixing Cocktails’.

Nowadays, the Nicholson world expands from its hometown of London to the island of Antigua, with its flagship cocktail bar, UP. Focusing on creatives, cocktail lovers, and like-minded brands looking to heighten their drinks experience. 

We choose our collaborations with authenticity, working with the likes of leading homeware marketplace Glassette, to producing limited edition labels for our extraordinary artist in residence Shaquille-Aaron Keith.  

Portfolio wise, you can find us all over the world. Our premier on tap cocktail solution has graced bars, restaurants, hotels, venues and sports stadiums across the UK, Europe and Antigua, increasing revenue, aiding speed and consistency, and offering a sustainable bar operation. 

At Nicholson, we cherish the timeless finesse of classic cocktails while embracing the innovation of original creations. Akin to Italian cooking, we believe that simplicity is key. Stripping back over-complicated recipes to allow each component to dance on your taste buds. Sourcing the finest, organic ingredients to bring you the best serve on the market.