People's Choice Awards

A brand new gin to hit the market. I must try on todays menu!

Rifters Distillery is a boutique producer of handcrafted, small-batch gins and spirits, located in the historic gold mining town of Arrowtown. Drawing inspiration from the region’s rich heritage and natural beauty, Rifters crafts award-winning spirits using locally sourced botanicals and pure artesian water.

Pungent Pukeko began as a backyard craft spirit project that evolved into a boutique distillery in Otorohanga, New Zealand. Named for the friendly Pūkeko birds living near the property, the brand specialises in gin made with botanicals foraged from its own land - including rimu, tōtara, kawakawa, citrus, herbs and even eucalyptus - giving each spirit a true taste of place.

Delightfully crafted and brimming with flavour, Curiosity Gin invites you on a journey to redefine your gin experience while uncovering the essence of New Zealand in every sip. Find an extraordinary experience in each pour.

We blend modern distilling techniques with time honoured traditions. We celebrate an exciting play between expansive creativity and an unbending commitment to making spirits that will stand the test of time.

Known for our double gold gins, 1919 is also shaking things up this year with our award winning whisky and rum. Join us at Gindulgence to taste what’s new. 

Based in Martinborough in the heart of South Wairarapa wine country, and known for its innovative and bold approach to gin-making, we craft unique spirits that reflect the creativity and vibrancy of the region. 

Join Julien for four generations of French flair! Celebrate the New Gin on the Block - Founders Classic Gin, a French legacy distilled in Dunedin. While you’re there, sample their Limoncello and a celebratory special edition - Lime-cello. 

In the picturesque village of Geraldine, Humdinger Gin emerges as a blend of tradition and innovation. Founded by a husband-and-wife team, it combines the finest global botanicals with pure Alpine waters to craft award-winning gins. Every bottle, inspired by the tireless worker bee, embodies the vibrant community spirit, delivering a truly unique and refreshing experience.

Our distillery is nestled in the bush, down a gravel drive, off a single lane road, in the Reikorangi Valley, Kapiti Coast. It’s the place where New Zealand’s trail-blazing craft brewery, Tuatara was born, so there’s a real sense of ‘something in the air’. Spiritual even. 

A Contemporary Gin, smoothly balanced, softly Juniper forward, displaying floral notes with a deep warming spice, vibrancy of fresh citrus with a sweeter finish. Clean, fresh & floral. “A Gin should be two things, Fabulous and Classy” 

A family-run micro-distillery in Rolleston, crafting award-winning gins with bold botanical flavours and a handcrafted touch. Originating from a passion project during lockdown, the founders began distilling in their kitchen with a 5-litre copper still. This hobby evolved into a micro-distillery, leading to the launch of The Racketeer Gin range in 2021

Batched Premium Cocktails is a New Zealand company crafting award-winning, ready-to-serve bartending quality cocktails bottled in convenient formats. Their range includes classic and contemporary cocktails - from Espresso Martinis and Gin Sours to Margaritas and Passionfruit Martinis - available in 725 mL bottles, 230 mL cans, gift sets, and even bulk “shake & pour” cases for events.

Founded in Christchurch in 2022, KJ & Co Distillery crafts small-batch spirits that reflect the flavour and purity of New Zealand. Their range includes botanical gins, premium vodka, and carefully distilled rum, all made with pristine Canterbury water and locally sourced ingredients.

Dreaming of a Cool Refreshing Drink? Yu Gin is the ultimate refreshing gin, based on a unique combination of botanicals : juniper, yuzu, Sichuan pepper, liquorice and many others! 

Blush Merchants is an Auckland-based boutique distillery creating vibrant, fruit-infused gins and modern spirits with a New Zealand twist. Proudly NZ first pink gin! They have now expanded their range into Russell Rum