Scapegrace Distillery
Scapegrace Distillery

Scapegrace Distillery

Otago, Queenstown

About

Scapegrace is a New Zealand distillery producing premium gin, single malt whisky and vodka, with a strong focus on grain-to-glass production and distinctly New Zealand ingredients.

Scapegrace is an independent New Zealand spirits producer known for its gin, single malt whisky and vodka. After years of searching for a permanent home, the team established its purpose-built distillery in Central Otago, surrounded by the dramatic landscapes of Mt Pisa and Lake Dunstan. The site has since become the heart of Scapegrace's grain-to-glass production.

New Zealand ingredients play an important role in production. Scapegrace's whisky programme uses 100% New Zealand barley and Southern Alps glacial water, while its gin production combines traditional juniper-led profiles with the potential for native New Zealand botanicals. The distillery also produces pot-distilled vodka.

The current Scapegrace collection spans gin, vodka and an expanding range of New Zealand single malt whisky. Sustainability is also incorporated into the distillery's long-term strategy, including initiatives focused on biodiversity, reducing its carbon footprint and supporting social, cultural and community projects.

Details

Region Queenstown , Otago
Address
Has Cellar Door? No
Has Distillery Tours? No
Website scapegracedistillery.com

Rogue Society Signature Gin

Not yet reviewed

A New Zealand gin with juniper at the forefront, fresh coriander, bright citrus and floral angelica, followed by creamy grapefruit and a delicate orris finish.

Distillery Scapegrace Distillery
Category Dry Gin
ABV % 37.5%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls
Price $ $49.99
Tasting Notes/Botanicals Used Italian juniper, New Zealand coriander, Polish angelica, Spanish orange, New Zealand grapefruit and Italian orris root. Juniper-forward with fresh coriander, citrus, floral notes and creamy preserved grapefruit.
Recommended Mixers

Tonic water, soda water

Recommended Garnishers

Fresh grapefruit, fresh basil

Not yet reviewed

A naturally black New Zealand gin crafted with aronia berry, saffron, pineapple and kūmara, changing to a vivid purple-pink when mixed with tonic.

Distillery Scapegrace Distillery
Category Flavoured Gin
ABV % 41.6%
Bottle Size/s: 100mls, 750mls, 200mls
Price $ $99.99, $79.99, $29.99
Tasting Notes/Botanicals Used Aronia berry, saffron, pineapple and New Zealand kūmara. Resinous juniper and earthy aromas lead into floral, citrus and gently spiced notes, followed by candied sweet potato and pineapple.
Recommended Mixers

Tonic water, soda water, lemonade, ginger ale

Recommended Garnishers

Green apple slice.

Scapegrace Blood Moon

Not yet reviewed

A vibrant New Zealand blood orange gin distilled with locally sourced blood oranges, raspberries and makrut lime for a juicy, citrus-led profile with a crisp finish.

Distillery Scapegrace Distillery
Category Flavoured Gin
ABV % 41.6%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls
Price $ $79.99
Tasting Notes/Botanicals Used New Zealand blood orange, Tasman raspberries and Gisborne makrut lime leaf. Bright orange, citrus leaf and berry aromas with juicy blood orange, juniper, fresh mint, pepper and lingering tropical notes.
Recommended Mixers

Tonic water, soda water

Recommended Garnishers

Pineapple wedge, blood orange slice.

 

Scapegrace Classic

Not yet reviewed

A classic New Zealand gin featuring 12 botanicals, with bright orange and lemon citrus balanced by juniper, warming spice and a smooth, crisp finish.

Distillery Scapegrace Distillery
Category Dry Gin
ABV % 42.2%
Bottle Size/s: 100mls, 750mls, 200mls, 50mls
Price $ $99.99, $79.99, $29.99, $9.99
Tasting Notes/Botanicals Used Juniper berries, lemon peel, orange peel, New Zealand coriander seeds, cardamom, nutmeg, angelica root, liquorice root, orris root, cloves, cinnamon and cassia bark. Citrus-forward with juniper, floral notes, warming spice and a long orange-led finish.
Recommended Mixers

Tonic Water, Soda Water

Recommended Garnishers

Fresh orange slice.

Not yet reviewed

A full-bodied New Zealand dry gin crafted with 13 botanicals, combining classic juniper and citrus with layers of spice and a smooth, complex finish.

Distillery Scapegrace Distillery
Category Navy Strength Gin
ABV % 57%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls, 200mls, 50mls
Price $ $124.99, $34.99, $11.99
Tasting Notes/Botanicals Used Juniper, coriander, lemon peel, orange peel, tangerine peel, cardamom, nutmeg, angelica root, liquorice root, orris root, cloves, cinnamon and cassia. Citrus-led with pronounced juniper, warming spice and a full-bodied finish.
Recommended Mixers

Tonic water, soda water

Recommended Garnishers

Orange slice, orange peel, lemon twist

Scapegrace Single Cask Ephemeral – Pinot Cask

Not yet reviewed

A limited New Zealand single malt whisky aged for five years in a single Pinot Noir cask, with rich notes of raw cacao, white raisins and apricot kernels.

Distillery Scapegrace Distillery
Category Single Cask Single Malt Whisky
ABV % 59%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls
Price $ $199.99
Tasting Notes/Botanicals Used Raw cacao, white raisins and apricot kernels. Made with New Zealand Laureate grain and matured for five years in a 200-litre Pinot Noir cask.
Recommended Mixers

Soda water

Recommended Garnishers

Lemon zest, red apple slice

Scapegrace Single Malt Anthem

Not yet reviewed

A New Zealand single malt whisky made with smoked mānuka malt and matured in virgin French oak, delivering notes of spiced walnuts, cider, apples and sweet hay.

Distillery Scapegrace Distillery
Category Single Malt Whisky
ABV % 40%
Bottle Size/s: 7000mls
Price $ $89.99
Tasting Notes/Botanicals Used New Zealand smoked mānuka malt with notes of spiced walnuts, cider, apples and sweet hay. Matured in virgin French oak.
Recommended Mixers

Soda water, ginger ale

Recommended Garnishers

Lemon zest, red apple slice

Scapegrace Single Malt Vanguard

Not yet reviewed

A New Zealand single malt whisky made with New Zealand Laureate malt and matured in virgin French oak, with notes of poached pear, vanilla custard and Anzac biscuits.

Distillery Scapegrace Distillery
Category Single Malt Whisky
ABV % 40mls
Bottle Size/s: 700mls
Price $ $89.99
Tasting Notes/Botanicals Used Poached pears, vanilla custard and Anzac biscuits. Matured in virgin French oak and made with New Zealand Laureate malt.
Recommended Mixers

Soda water, ginger ale

Recommended Garnishers

Grapefruit zest, preserved cherry

Rogue Society Signature Vodka

Not yet reviewed

A clean and smooth New Zealand vodka made with a wheat-based neutral grain spirit and Southern Alps water, offering a soft texture and crisp finish.

Distillery Scapegrace Distillery
Category Vodka
ABV % 37.5%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls
Price $ $49.99
Tasting Notes/Botanicals Used Clean wheat character with a smooth mouthfeel, subtle grain notes and a crisp finish.
Recommended Mixers

Soda water, tonic water, ginger beer, lemonade

Recommended Garnishers

Lime wedge, lemon twist

Not yet reviewed

A smooth New Zealand vodka with a velvety texture, clean wheat character and a slightly creamy, sweet finish.

Distillery Scapegrace Distillery
Category Vodka
ABV % 40.6%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls
Price $ $69.99
Tasting Notes/Botanicals Used Dry wheat, apple, creamy soda, subtle cereal, pavlova-like sweetness and delicate rose-like floral notes, with a clean and velvety texture.
Recommended Mixers

Ginger beer, soda water, tonic water, fruit juice

Recommended Garnishers

Fresh mango, lime wedge

Scapegrace Yuzu Vodka

Not yet reviewed

A limited-release New Zealand vodka featuring bright yuzu citrus, aromatic floral notes and a distinctive savoury, slightly salty finish.

Distillery Scapegrace Distillery
Category Flavoured Vodka
ABV % 40.6%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls
Price $ $69.99
Tasting Notes/Botanicals Used Yuzu citrus with bright aromatic and floral notes, followed by a savoury citrus palate and subtle salty character.
Recommended Mixers

Tonic water, soda water, lemonade

Recommended Garnishers

Fresh ginger, mint

Thunderdonk Campfire Coffee Whisky

Not yet reviewed

A bold New Zealand flavoured whisky combining rich espresso coffee, toasted coconut and smooth sweetness for a full-bodied, warming finish.

Distillery Scapegrace Distillery
Category Flavoured Whisky
ABV % 33%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls, 200mls
Price $ $49.99, $19.99
Tasting Notes/Botanicals Used Espresso coffee, toasted coconut and smooth velvety sweetness, with a rich and warming finish.
Recommended Mixers

Coffee, cola, soda water

Recommended Garnishers

Coffee beans, orange peel

Thunderdonk Salted Caramel Whisky

Not yet reviewed

A bold New Zealand flavoured whisky combining rich caramel, a touch of sea salt and soft vanilla for a smooth, indulgent finish.

Distillery Scapegrace Distillery
Category Flavoured Whisky
ABV % 33%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls, 200mls
Price $ $49.99, $19.99
Tasting Notes/Botanicals Used Rich caramel, sea salt, soft vanilla and warming whisky notes, with a smooth and indulgent finish.
Recommended Mixers

Coffee, soda water, cola

Recommended Garnishers

Orange peel, caramel garnish

Thunderdonk Spiced Maple Whisky

Not yet reviewed

A bold New Zealand flavoured whisky combining rich maple sweetness with warming spice, toasted oak and a subtle touch of cinnamon.

Distillery Scapegrace Distillery
Category Flavoured Whisky
ABV % 33%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls, 200mls
Price $ $49.99, $19.99
Tasting Notes/Botanicals Used Rich maple sweetness, warming spice, toasted oak, caramelised maple and subtle cinnamon.
Recommended Mixers

Ginger ale, soda water, cola

Recommended Garnishers

Orange peel, cinnamon stick