A MUCH-LOVED alcohol company has announced that it is closing down for good, after seven years. Garden Shed Drinks Co. announced the devastating news on Instagram, with fans racing to share their sadness over the closure. The Glasgow-based company, which was launched in 2017 was famed for it's eco-conscious gins, inspired by local ingredients. The firm said: "The Garden Shed Drinks Company is closing down. "Join us in raising a glass! "We’ve been lucky enough to have our little gin business for over seven years but the time has come to bid farewell. "It was fun while it lasted and when we look back we realise just how far we’ve come. "I think we can look back with pride at all the amazing things we’ve achieved." The award-winning business was set up by two friends, Ryan Grant and Ruaridh Jackson in a shed their Glasgow garden. The rugby players wanted to create gin with botanicals that are found in the area and in the gardens that most people want to get rid of, like brambles and dandelions. The firm quickly became more and more successful and their delicious floured gins even went on to win awards. Over the years, the team scooped a silver medal at the World Spirits Awards and was shortlisted at the prestigious Scottish Gin Awards. The company was also known for donating a portion of their profits to environmental charities. The post continued: "From an idea that started in a garden shed to creating multi-award winning spirits which were exported to over 25 countries around the world and collaborating with some of Scotland's best hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants, all whilst doing our bit for the environment! "We still have some stock available but once it’s gone we won't be producing anymore so now’s your chance to get your last bottle of Garden Shed Gin before it’s gone forever!" Fans of the brand flooded the post, to share their devastation at the closure. One person said: "Sad to hear this, one of my fave gins. "All the best for the future." Another person said: "Aww you guys, what a beautiful brand you created. "Super proud of you all and delighted I got to sink far too many Garden Shed Gins." A third chimed in: "Gutted - one of the best gins out there. Good luck with your new adventures."