Bringing the Coast Home – A Candle with a Story

When we set out to create a candle that captured the spirit of Whitby for Whitby Distillery, we knew it had to be something special. Not just a scent but a feeling. That breath of salty sea air, the wild North Yorkshire coastline, and the slow, grounding calm that comes with it.

To bring that vision to life, we partnered with the brilliant team at Cosy Cottage, tucked down a cobbled lane in the heart of Malton. From the moment we stepped through the door, we were made to feel completely at home. The team are as warm as the waft of beeswax and essential oils that greets you at the door genuinely passionate about what they do, and it shows.

Each Whitby Coastal Candle is hand-poured using natural soy wax, a clean cotton wick, and a fragrance blend that’s pure coastal escape: sea breeze, wild herbs, and the soft, earthy warmth of driftwood and amber. No plastic, no palm oil just thoughtful, sustainable craftsmanship.

Even better? The candles are poured into upcycled bottles, cut down and polished into smooth, stylish tumblers. So once the candle's finished, you’ve got a beautiful glass to keep. (Ideal for a Whitby G&T, if we do say so ourselves.)

Cosy Cottage also make our signature soaps, using our very own used distillery botanicals. It’s a full-circle collaboration we’re incredibly proud of, local, sustainable, and made with care from start to finish.

Before heading back to the coast, we popped into their stunning high street shop—packed with handmade skincare, plastic-free treats, and more than a few things we couldn’t resist taking home.