Co-founders Angus and Howard first met in 1995 while working as sailing instructors at the Island Cruising Club and began their ritual of a sundowner gin & tonic at Salcombe Yacht Club overlooking the estuary as a regular way to conclude the days sailing. After pursuing successful careers elsewhere, Angus and Howard found themselves back in Devon and met up to discuss their business aspirations. With Angus’ burgeoning interest in the distillation of spirits and Howard’s desire to build a company in Devon with exceptional products, Salcombe Distilling Co. was born from their common love of gin and the stunning coastal town of Salcombe.