G&J GREENALL, the Birchwood-based gin and vodka distiller and bottler, is marking a new chapter as new owners hope to move into the US market.

The management has formed a new company, G&J Greenall Group Limited, led by the current chief executive Christian Rose.

He said: “This is an extremely exciting time for the company as we look towards the future of our business.

“The move is intended to strengthen the position of G&J Greenall and indeed, the future of the entire business overall.”

The Warrington distiller is celebrating its 250th anniversary this year, producing more than 50 per cent of the UK’s own-label gin and vodka.

A fire at the distillery in 2005 caused serious financial loss but last year marked a turnaround for the company as it could produce its own brands including Bloom and Berkeley Square in house for the first time since the fire.