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London bars shun Margot Robbie’s gin over shellfish allergen concerns
Exclusive: actor’s Papa Salt gin to get oyster-free version after venues says it is ‘not worth the risk’
TL;DR
- Margot Robbie's Papa Salt gin was rejected by London venues due to a 'warning: contains molluscs' on its label.
- The gin uses oyster shells as a botanical, posing a risk to individuals with shellfish allergies.
- Bars and restaurants cited the difficulty and risk associated with training staff to ask customers about shellfish allergies.
- Papa Salt is reformulating the gin to remove oyster shells, with an oyster-free version expected in the UK by the end of 2026.
- The brand has previously secured stock in Harvey Nichols and Waitrose, who do include allergen warnings.