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We are absolutely delighted to announce that we've been awarded 5 stars by Visit Scotland and are the first tourist shop in Ayrshire with this top rating. 

The award was presented to Geraldo's owner, Toni Dawson by Visit Scotland's Regional Director, Gordon Smith and is now proudly in place at the entrance of our shop.

Read on to find out more about the rigorous assessment process that is required to achieve this top rating and see photos of Toni and her team receiving their 5 star award.

It's the busiest time of the year for us at Geraldo's, but here's an insight into this year's red hot favourites on everyone's Christmas shopping list and a few suggestions too.

It's no wonder Arran gin is our number 1 selling gin in store and online.  If you haven't yet tried this big, punchy gin then now's your chance to taste the wild island botanicals in this wonderful Scottish Gin launched earlier this year.

After the success of our in store tasting with co-founder George Laird, when gin lovers queued all afternoon to taste it, we're delighted to be offering it online too so that everyone can try it.

There are gin events going on all over the world this Saturday 9th June 2018 to celebrate World Gin Day so why not pop in to our shop and raise a glass with us with our in store tasting with The Gin Bothy from 12 - 3pm.

Just take a look at what's in our cabinet.  It's the Royal Wedding Chocolate specially commissioned by our supplier the House of Sarunds and made by Frank Visser of the Netherlands.

Step into Spring at Geraldo's Drinks Fest in the Brisbane House Hotel in Largs on Friday 27th April.  This new event is a celebration of the wonderful premium spirits we have here in Scotland and beyond. Meet the people behind the distilleries and try over 50 artisan drinks. There will be something for everyone as well as live music and masterclasses. A great night out with friends!