And the spirits world bible 'The Spirits Business" has acknowledged this by naming Urban Rhino Gin as one of the top 10 conservation spirits brands that is supporting conservation projects.
A spokesman for Urban Rhino Gin commented: "It's a real special honour, and we're obviously thrilled to learn that we've been listed alongside some other amazing drinks brands which also have conservation at their heart."
Announcing their top 10, The Spirits Business said: “Just creating excellent liquid isn't enough for some spirits brands, many want to do more, so we've rounded up 10 producers who are going the extra mile for our planet and its inhabitants.
“From the conservation of endangered species to looking after the agriculture of our planet, conservation projects are becoming the raison d'etre for many spirits brands. Here, we've looked at 10 producers which have made it their mission to help the planet, one drop of spirit at a time.”
And featuring Urban Rhino second on the list the publication stated: “London Dry gin Urban Rhino is said to seamlessly combine authenticity, craftsmanship, and a commitment to rhino conservation in everything it does.
“With a recipe of six botanicals, Urban Rhino Gin does actively contribute to the fight against rhino extinction.
“Owner Pete Richardson was part of the team which took action to save the orphaned rhino babies in the Waterberg area of Limpopo in South Africa when the rhino poaching crisis hit the headlines back in 2012.
"Pete then went on to establish the world's first purpose-built facility, The Rhino Orphanage, Urban Rhino Gin's charity partner, which works to protect and conserve both rhinos and their habitat.”
It's a remarkable union of conservation and craftsmanship, with Pete, co-founder of the world's first baby rhino orphanage, recently acquiring The White Rhino Gin Company Ltd and the Urban Rhino gin brand.
Pete, who is 57, was working in The Waterberg area of Limpopo in South Africa when the rhino poaching crisis hit the headlines 11 years ago.
Alongside conservationist Arrie van Deventer, Pete was part of the team which action to save the orphaned babies and went on to establish the world's first purpose-built facility, The Rhino Orphanage.
Pete remains an active director of the orphanage, despite now living in the UK.
Urban Rhino gin can be bought in the UK via their here website at www.urban-rhino.com.
Their spokesman said: "We invite gin lovers to embrace their passion whilst at the same time making a meaningful contribution to rhino preservation. With every sip, supporters of Urban Rhino join the movement to protect these majestic creatures from the threat of extinction."
We at That's Food and Drink and our sister site That's Christmas firmly believe that bottles of Urban Rhino Gin will make excellent Christmas gifts for Christmas 2023.