About 75 years ago the British, Irish and Scots decided to warm up their cold, dreary, dark winters by soaking everything they could get their hands on in booze. Lo and behold they discovered that golden raisins soaked in gin went beyond the fun of fermented food and actually provided pain relief – even when eating less than a dozen at a time.
Over the years this home remedy grew in popularity, and everyone began singing its praises and enjoying its relief.
Then, sadly, laboratory-created expensive medicines became the new symbol of healthy living. Many people abandoned the remedies their grandmother’s had used to nurse them back to health in exchange for amber-colored bottles with childproof caps.
The good news today is that the gin-soaked raisin is back and better than ever with DrunkenRaisins! The exclusive recipe has enhanced both the flavor and effective ingredients for pain with a unique honey and imported cinnamon.
Because of the debilitating effects of arthritis in both hands, DrunkenRaisins founder, Larry Wright, found it difficult to button buttons, zip zippers or pick up a plate of food. His doctors suggested medication (with side effects) and surgery (with risks) to relieve his pain. After hearing about anti-inflammatory values of gin-soaked raisins, however, he decided to try a more palatable treatment and started eating the raisins. Within a couple of weeks, he noticed relief from the incapacitating pain and soon returned to living the life he wanted rather than the one he had been held captive in by arthritis.
Hi, I’m Larry, and I want to talk to you one‑to‑one for a moment.
Years ago, I was just like a lot of you—dealing with nagging pain and inflammation and looking for something that might help without turning my life upside down. I stumbled onto the idea of gin‑soaked raisins, started making small batches for myself, and pretty soon friends were asking me to make some for them too. It got to the point where I couldn’t keep up by just using my kitchen counter.
That’s when this little personal experiment became DrunkenRaisins.
I asked Toby to help create the logo you see today, and Molly to make sure we were properly and federally registered, so this wasn’t just a hobby, instead a real, protected brand. I registered a domain name and built a website with a group of sharp, younger tech pros who believed in what DrunkenRaisins could do and where as a business this could go.
Behind the scenes, I spent a lot of time experimenting with ingredients, because “good enough” wasn’t good enough for me. I chose a specific honey and imported cinnamon to help boost the anti‑inflammatory benefits and to make sure the flavor was something you’d enjoy. That little bit of extra effort is why DrunkenRaisins didn’t stay just a “therapeutic” product. They’ve become something people look forward to. Secretly, their great as after‑dinner treat when paired with a glass of wine. You’ll have fun experimenting with your combination choices too.
Today, my team and I wake up every day focused on one simple idea: giving you a tasty, natural option that can fit right into your life. Some folks sprinkle DrunkenRaisins on their morning oatmeal, others take a spoonful straight from the jar, and some save them for that quiet moment at the end of the day. However you use them, I want them to feel like a small, sweet reward that might also help you move with a bit more comfort.
I’d love to hear from you. Tell me how you’re using DrunkenRaisins, and how they’re fitting into your daily routine. Your stories and feedback don’t just help other people who are curious—they guide what we do next.
Thanks for your time. I look forward to being part of your journey toward feeling better and enjoying life a bit more.
As a result of over 75 years of experience the gin-soaked raisin has survived the ‘test of time’. With constant reminders about the common cause of so many health maladies due to inflammation, the DrunkenRaisin evolved as a healthy choice for many for relief from inflammation pain. With testimony showing over 75% approval rate we, of course, strongly recommend that you enjoy both the flavor and benefits of good eating and start your day with 8-9 DrunkenRaisins (gin-soaked + enhanced with honey and cinnamon).
Since food is the cause of our greatest health downfall, properly adjusted, it can become our greatest source of a more healthy life. It took years of unhealthy eating to get where we are so we recommend that you double up on your consumption of DrunkenRaisins during the first couple weeks and then revert to healthy maintenance of 8 or 9 DrunkenRaisins each day thereafter. Hopefully, you will be one of the many who enjoy the pain relief as expressed by the many testimonies in the link above.
Natural arthritis relief has never tasted better. DrunkenRaisins is proud to offer their customers a natural and delicious way to help the pain associated with arthritis fade and become a thing of the past. Who would have thought something so great could come from combining gin and raisins? Arthritis pain is soothed in part by the sulfur and juniper berry found in the raisins and gin.
Golden raisins and gin not only make a great snack, but it will help you to get back on your feet and back out there with the rest of them. Order your delicious pain relief today!
“As a chiropractor, I spend a lot of time investigating natural or alternative methods of relieving pain and reducing inflammation. Many of my patients are tired of the high cost and negative side effects associated with prescription medications, and I always like being able to give them an inexpensive alternative that has minimal or no side effects.
While there is still a lack of high-quality empirical research on gin-soaked raisins, there is a great deal of testimonial evidence showing that golden raisins, juniper berries, cinnamon and honey all demonstrate significant anti-inflammatory activity. Arthritis sufferers the world over have sung the praises of gin-soaked raisins for many years, and the benefit derived from them is enhanced with the addition of cinnamon and honey. It also turns them into a tasty snack that makes it much easier to remember your daily dose of arthritis remedy.
Whether it’s due to the sulfur in the golden raisins, the juniper berry used in gin, the anti-inflammatory properties of the ingredients or even the placebo effect, the effectiveness of gin-soaked raisins with added cinnamon and honey cannot be questioned. I urge all of my patients who suffer from arthritis, both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, to give this delicious alternative a try.”
– Wesley Cavanaugh, DC
Louisville, Colorado
DrunkenRaisins are positioned as a simple, low-cost home remedy that many users report taking daily to help ease chronic arthritis pain and stiffness. They are made from common food ingredients rather than synthetic pharmaceuticals, so they offer an appealing option for people hoping to reduce reliance on costly prescription drugs and their potential side effects. While individual experiences are often positive, this approach has not been proven equivalent to standard medical therapies, so DrunkenRaisins are best viewed as a complementary strategy that may provide symptom relief and financial savings for some arthritis sufferer under medical supervision.
DrunkenRaisins are positioned as a simple, low-cost home remedy that many users report taking daily to help ease chronic arthritis pain and stiffness. They are made from common food ingredients rather than synthetic pharmaceuticals, so they offer an appealing option for people hoping to reduce reliance on costly prescription drugs and their potential side effects. While individual experiences are often positive, this approach has not been proven equivalent to standard medical therapies, so DrunkenRaisins are best viewed as a complementary strategy that may provide symptom relief and financial savings for some arthritis sufferer under medical supervision.
Honey is a nutrient-dense natural sweetener rich in flavonoids and polyphenols that exhibit meaningful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. Experimental and early clinical data show honey can downregulate key inflammatory pathways (including NF-κB and MAPK) and reduce pro-inflammatory cytokines, while supporting immune balance and tissue repair. When used alongside gin-soaked DrunkenRaisins, honey can act as a complementary matrix that adds its own polyphenol profile to the juniper, cinnamon, and golden raisin components, potentially enhancing overall antioxidant capacity and gentle anti-inflammatory support within a largely food-based, natural regimen.
Honey is a nutrient-dense natural sweetener rich in flavonoids and polyphenols that exhibit meaningful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. Experimental and early clinical data show honey can downregulate key inflammatory pathways (including NF-κB and MAPK) and reduce pro-inflammatory cytokines, while supporting immune balance and tissue repair. When used alongside gin-soaked DrunkenRaisins, honey can act as a complementary matrix that adds its own polyphenol profile to the juniper, cinnamon, and golden raisin components, potentially enhancing overall antioxidant capacity and gentle anti-inflammatory support within a largely food-based, natural regimen.
Jumbo golden raisins provide a dense, natural package of potentially helpful compounds. The DrunkenRaisin aficionado considers them “the best all-natural anti-inflammatory food in the world.” They contain polyphenols, small amounts of vitamins, fiber, and sulfur dioxide–related compounds, all of which may contribute modest antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. In folk remedies like DrunkenRaisins, jumbo golden raisins act as the carrier for juniper-rich gin and adjunct spices, concentrating these ingredients into a convenient daily portion. The overall anti-inflammatory eFect is supported by thousands of anecdotal consumer comments, but has yet to be proven in a multimillion- dollar double-blind study.
Jumbo golden raisins provide a dense, natural package of potentially helpful compounds. The DrunkenRaisin aficionado considers them “the best all-natural anti-inflammatory food in the world.” They contain polyphenols, small amounts of vitamins, fiber, and sulfur dioxide–related compounds, all of which may contribute modest antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. In folk remedies like DrunkenRaisins, jumbo golden raisins act as the carrier for juniper-rich gin and adjunct spices, concentrating these ingredients into a convenient daily portion. The overall anti-inflammatory eFect is supported by thousands of anecdotal consumer comments, but has yet to be proven in a multimillion- dollar double-blind study.
Cinnamon from Sri Lanka, often called Ceylon or “true” cinnamon, contains potent polyphenols and cinnamaldehyde that help calm overactive inflammatory pathways. Studies show that Sri Lankan cinnamon extracts can reduce inflammatory signals, including nitric oxide, TNF-α, IL-6, and COX-2 activity, mechanisms closely tied to joint pain and arthritis. When this high-quality cinnamon is incorporated into the DrunkenRaisins process, it adds a layer of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory support on top of the juniper-rich gin and golden raisins.
Cinnamon from Sri Lanka, often called Ceylon or “true” cinnamon, contains potent polyphenols and cinnamaldehyde that help calm overactive inflammatory pathways. Studies show that Sri Lankan cinnamon extracts can reduce inflammatory signals, including nitric oxide, TNF-α, IL-6, and COX-2 activity, mechanisms closely tied to joint pain and arthritis. When this high-quality cinnamon is incorporated into the DrunkenRaisins process, it adds a layer of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory support on top of the juniper-rich gin and golden raisins.
Juniper berries used to make gin contain antioxidant and anti-inflammatory plant compounds that, in theory, help calm inflammatory pathways related to arthritis. When gin is used to soak jumbo golden raisins, you also get antioxidants and sulfur-related compounds from the raisins, while the actual amounts of active juniper and sulfur are small the benefit from this original folk remedy is no longer a rumor. Many people still enjoy a daily spoonful of these “drunken raisins,” and DrunkenRaisins has become a well-known resource for properly prepared gin-and-juniper–based raisin products for many who rely on this traditional approach.
Juniper berries used to make gin contain antioxidant and anti-inflammatory plant compounds that, in theory, help calm inflammatory pathways related to arthritis. When gin is used to soak jumbo golden raisins, you also get antioxidants and sulfur-related compounds from the raisins, while the actual amounts of active juniper and sulfur are small the benefit from this original folk remedy is no longer a rumor. Many people still enjoy a daily spoonful of these “drunken raisins,” and DrunkenRaisins has become a well-known resource for properly prepared gin-and-juniper–based raisin products for many who rely on this traditional approach.
DrunkenRaisins are a low-cost home remedy for arthritis pain, providing significant savings compared to expensive prescription drugs and helping avoid their serious side effects for many users
Honey’s anti-inflammatory benefits come from its antioxidants, polyphenols, and flavonoids, which reduce oxidative stress, inhibit inflammatory enzymes, and modulate cytokines—helping lower inflammation throughout the body and supporting heart, metabolic, and immune health
Jumbo Golden Raisins support heart, bone, and gut health, lower cholesterol and blood pressure, boost immunity, prevent anemia, and provide antioxidants to help prevent chronic disease and promote healthy aging.
Another powerhouse on the DrunkinRaisins team is our cinnamon (which is imported from Sri Lanka). Cinnamon is know to promote circulation, help maintain a healthy immune system, promote oral health, help alleviate sore muscles and joints while providing other internal health.
DrunkenRaisins helps many people feel less pain by combining several potentially helpful factors. Golden raisins contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory plant compounds, while gin made from juniper berries also contains substances that may modestly reduce inflammation. In addition, many users report that taking a small, consistent daily dose becomes a comforting ritual, which can enhance relaxation and amplify the anti-inflammation effects, both of which can lessen the perception of pain. Thousands of positive antidotal reports indicate valued results that will vary from person to person.
DrunkenRaisins helps many people feel less pain by combining several potentially helpful factors. Golden raisins contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory plant compounds, while gin made from juniper berries also contains substances that may modestly reduce inflammation. In addition, many users report that taking a small, consistent daily dose becomes a comforting ritual, which can enhance relaxation and amplify the anti-inflammation effects, both of which can lessen the perception of pain. Thousands of positive antidotal reports indicate valued results that will vary from person to person.
