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My sister is a hugely famous child star worth millions – and I have a ‘normal’ job selling gin for a living

The brother-sister duo formed their own alcoholic brand at the start of 2023

HARRY Potter star Emma Watson and her brother Alex are racking in the money with their very own gin brand.

The siblings set up their own business called Renais earlier this year.

Alex Watson has his own business with famous sister Emma
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Alex Watson has his own business with famous sister EmmaCredit: Getty
Emma and Alex own their own gin brand called Renais
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Emma and Alex own their own gin brand called RenaisCredit: Getty

Emma, 33, who is best known for playing  Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter franchise, and Alex created the alchoholic beverage from grapes in vineyards, including their dads in France.

Renais Gin first edition costs £48, while the artwork is priced at £60 and their gift set is £90.

Alex previously opened up about working with his sister for the brand.

He told OK!: "Ems and I are very close.

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"We're hugely supportive of each other, mostly I try to give her reasons to laugh.

"I think we were both looking for a new challenge and thought we'd make a great team, and here we are.

"There's a deep level of trust and understanding that goes on [building a brand with family].

"With that comes a level of stability which is great. 

"On the flip side, we're still brother and sister and are more than capable of pushing each other's buttons. 

"Working with a family member is great - although you have to fight for the space to keep your relationships outside of business which is the challenge."

The website explains their story, which states: "The Watson family have a deep-rooted connection with burgundy wines and the beautiful countryside that surrounds them.

"Chris Watson planted his vines in Chablis more than three decades ago and has been producing award-winning wines ever since.

"He is also the only Englishman to have been made a Pilier of Chablis - an honour bestowed on those crafting exemplary expressions of Chablis wine and safeguarding the interests of the region."

The website also features snaps of the siblings.

Emma shot to fame in the early 2000s in Harry Potter.

The actress has also appeared in other films such as The Perks of Being a Wallflower, The Bling Ring, The Circle and Little Women.

The pair started the brand earlier this  year
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The pair started the brand earlier this yearCredit: Instagram
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