Last Light Rum

Last Light is a New Zealand rum maker based on Te Atatū Peninsula in West Auckland. From its understated distillery setting, the team has developed an approach centred on producing rum locally and refining every stage of the process through experimentation, patience and attention to detail.

Rather than relying on established recipes or imported production systems, Last Light built its own stills and developed its own rum recipes. Considerable experimentation went into adjusting distillation cut points and refining production methods before the first Last Light rums were released. The brand describes the result simply as an authentic Kiwi rum made with a culture of doing things properly.

Rum maturation is another important part of the range. Last Light uses the solera ageing method for selected expressions, gradually blending different stages of maturation to develop consistency and complexity. Its Cask Strength Solera Aged Rum is bottled directly at the strength it leaves the final solera nursery, without dilution or filtration.

The collection extends beyond solera-aged rum to include 100% Pot Still Rum, High Ester Rum and overproof expressions. The 100% pot still style is designed to showcase a fuller-bodied, flavourful rum character, while the broader collection demonstrates the distillery's focus on exploring different approaches to New Zealand rum production.