How 6 O'CLOCK GIN
Took Control of
Their Carbon Footprint
Helping ambitious UK brands in food and drink understand their carbon footprint, reduce GHG emissions, and future-proof their operations through data-led climate action.
6 O'Clock Gin
Premium Craft Distillery
Before Using The Carbon Stamp
6 O'Clock Gin had no carbon measurement system in place, leaving them unable to report on environmental impact or satisfy growing stakeholder expectations.
They also had no emissions baseline to guide reduction plans, limiting their ability to prioritise or measure improvements.
There was no in-house capability to track emissions, which meant sustainability goals lacked the data needed to become actionable.
After Using The Carbon Stamp
6 O'Clock Gin now has a verified carbon footprint across Scope 1, 2, and relevant Scope 3 categories, covering everything from production to logistics.
We delivered a custom carbon impact report outlining major emissions sources and setting the groundwork for a practical sustainability roadmap.
The team gained confidence and internal capability to take informed, measurable steps toward lower emissions and stronger environmental performance.
"The Carbon Stamp have been brilliant at helping us calculate our carbon footprint and understand its implications. We now have a toolkit to enable us to demonstrably reduce our impact on the environment. This is good for the planet and good for our business, our staff and our customers."
Crafting Sustainability Excellence
Our partnership with 6 O'Clock Gin exemplifies how traditional craft distilleries can embrace modern sustainability standards. Working directly in their distillery environment, we delivered comprehensive carbon assessment tailored to their unique operations.
Celebrating 6 O'Clock Gin's carbon assessment completion at their distillery
The Company
6 O'Clock Gin is an award-winning British distillery producing premium craft spirits using traditional methods and ethically sourced ingredients. With distribution across major UK and international retailers, the business represents a growing force in the food and beverage sector, where sustainability credentials are fast becoming a key buying factor for consumers and supply chain partners alike.
As a brand rooted in quality, heritage, and innovation, 6 O'Clock Gin recognised the importance of carbon footprint transparency in demonstrating its commitment to the environment, aligning with responsible sourcing policies, and building trust with eco-conscious customers.
The Challenge
To kickstart their net zero ambitions and meet stakeholder expectations, 6 O'Clock Gin needed to understand the carbon impact of their operations.
The business knew it was time to move beyond general sustainability values and begin backing them up with measurable data—but needed expert support to make it happen, fast and efficiently.
How The Carbon Stamp Helped
Kickoff & Boundary Definition
We ran a kickoff session to define operational boundaries, identify emission sources across production, logistics, and retail.
Data Collection
Our team worked closely with their internal stakeholders to gather utility, supply chain, and distribution data, ensuring accuracy without interrupting day-to-day operations.
Reporting & Recommendations
We delivered a detailed carbon impact report with clear hotspot analysis, a breakdown of emissions by category, and specific recommendations for reduction opportunities.
The Carbon Stamp Benefits
| Benefit | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Verified Carbon Footprint | First-time assessment aligned with GHG Protocol and industry best practices |
| Sustainability Strategy Kickstart | Data-driven roadmap created to inform future carbon reduction actions |
| Retail & Buyer Readiness | Strengthened ESG credentials when pitching to sustainability-focused retailers |
| Stakeholder Engagement | Internal teams equipped with GHG data insights for ongoing reporting and improvements |
| Trusted Carbon Partner | End-to-end support from assessment to recommendations with sector-specific expertise |
Looking Ahead
With a verified carbon footprint now in place, 6 O'Clock Gin is equipped to make smarter, sustainability-led decisions, both internally and across its supply chain. Their next step? Using the report insights to implement emissions reductions across their production and logistics operations while preparing for retail buyer ESG assessments and industry-wide sustainability expectations. As the food and beverage sector continues its path toward net zero, and with carbon transparency becoming essential for both B2B and D2C success, 6 O'Clock Gin is well-positioned to lead by example, thanks to a strong GHG baseline and an ambitious mindset.