<p>Methanol is a toxic industrial solvent that, when ingested, can cause vision loss, severe illness, and death. The maximum safe limit of methanol in drinking alcohol is 50mg/L. In August 2022, the Uganda Ministry of Health was notified of a cluster of sudden deaths in Arua City and Madi-Okollo districts among persons who had consumed gin (Gin X) produced from a local fruit wine manufacturer (Manufacturer A). We investigated to determine the scope of the problem, identify risk factors for the sudden deaths, and recommend control and prevention measures.</p>