Urban Rhino Gin

Urban Rhino Gin was originally launched in 2019 by John Heeds, Mike Hall and Billy James after they discovered the plight of rhinos during a visit to South Africa. When the trio retired in 2023, co-founder of The Rhino Orphanage in South Africa, Pete Richardson, became a major shareholder alongside his partner and experienced marketer, Sarah Anderson. Pete and Sarah completed a full rebrand, including a new bottle design and label, as well as moving distillation to the Henley Distillery and modifying the recipe, and subsequently being named as a Winner in The Gin Guide Awards 2024. 10% of Urban Rhino Gin profits are donated to Waterberg Rhino UK who channel funds to The Rhino Orphanage in South Africa and related community projects.

Urban Rhino London Dry Gin (42% ABV)

  • Botanicals: 6 botanicals including juniper, coriander seeds, cassia bark, liquorice root, lemon peel.
  • Serving Suggestion: Gin & Tonic with a garnish of Lemon Peel or with Elderflower Tonic and Orange Peel.
  • Tasting Notes: Aromas of juniper, subtle citrus and earthy spice. Juniper on the palate with soft cassia spice and fresh lemon. A finish of lingering citrus and piney juniper.
The Gin Guide Review: Urban Rhino Gin embodies the concept of doing the simple things well. It is an exceptionally clean, crisp and smooth gin with a classic character and delicate complexity. The aromas are traditional and appealing with juniper, subtle citrus and earthy spice, while the well-rounded, balanced and dry palate delivers piney juniper, bright citrus, and depth from cassia and liquorice root. The flavour profile has length and a journey that leads into a dry finish with lingering lemon and coriander seed citrus. With Tonic Water, Urban Rhino Gin's flavour is sustained and holds its own when mixed, with juniper and lemon peel shining through for a traditional and appealling G&T. - Paul Jackson, 2025

Meet the Makers

"Pete was working in The Waterberg area of Limpopo in South Africa when the rhino poaching crisis hit the headlines back in 2012. Along with conservationist Arrie van Deventer, Pete was part of the team that took 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." - Pete Richardson & Sarah Anderson
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