Hastings Distillers was formed in 2019 by Kate Galloway and David Ramonteu, an inspiring couple with a background in winemaking and an artistic philosophy of production. Their award winning spirits are inspired as much by artists such as Tolstoy, Steiner and Tuwhare as by their scientific backgrounds in winemaking. The pair created the wine brands Alluviale and DaDa in a prior lifetime, before travelling through Europe and decided to marry distillation with therapeutic herbs. The result is a range of spirits using foraged, organic and biodynamic botanicals, pure organic spirit and water. Learn more about their story, taste the products and take some home from a visit. 

Biogro Certified 

Hastings Distillers commitment to organics is shown in their Biogro certification, ensuring all aspects of their production (botanicals, alcohol, water, packaging) has been checked, audited and certified by New Zealand’s largest certification agency. 

Packaging

The transparent seal on their bottles is made from environmentally friendly, compostable cellulose. The bottles themselves and label paper are made by long established European manufacturers under EU environmental regulations.

London Dry

Historically, the term London Dry relates to the production methods. This dictates that the Gin must be made from pure 96% ABV neutral spirit of agricultural origin, all botanical flavour must be imparted through distillation and nothing can be added after, the Gin must be dry. While their Gins adhere to the law governing this term, they are a modern, unconventional interpretation of the classical style.

Tasting note: A bold and aromatic Gin containing 10 Organic botanicals, of which 9 are from Hawke’s Bay. Batch distilled in our 150L Arnold Holstein still and cut to strength with Kaweka spring water. Top notes of citrus and juniper. Angelica root and Kaffir lime bring floral hints and complex herbal notes.

Serving note: Perfect for a fresh Gin and tonic or a smooth addition to any Martini or cocktail.

All Hastings Distillers products are certified organic with BioGro New Zealand. 

The first tipple to come from Edinburgh's Port of Leith Distillery has arrived in the shape of Lind & Lime Gin! The name is inspired by Dr. James Lind of Edinburgh, who conducted one of the first clinical trials aboard the HMS Salisbury. In these trials, he noted that the scurvy patients eating citrus fruits were showing good signs. Hence the addition of lime within this gin. To balance the powerful citrus freshness, the distillers also used pink peppercorn alongside five other botanicals (including juniper) to create the recipe.

A classy aperitif, il Specialino, an alcoholic bitter with a base of Aromatized Wine, obtained from the infusion of bitter Alpine herbs characterized by an intense aroma and ruby red colour.

It is the perfect addition to cocktails and thanks to its all natural ingredients and harmonious aromas of orange and herbal notes, it provokes a bitter-sweet sensation, and has a lively, persistent taste that stimulates the senses.

It is made from a century-old secret formula that skilfully blends white wine, herbs and selected spices which are left to steep in the alcohol. During this time of infusion, it is mixed by hand daily. After natural sedimentation, the liquid is filtered, bottled and labeled

Burnt Hill Vodka’s unique flavour comes not only from the unique volcanic filtration system they have created but also from the fresh crisp sustainable sugar cane they use.

8 Times Distilled and Bottled in NZ.
Vegan-friendly.
Biodegradable and recyclable packaging.
Every bottle sold plants a tree.

BarSol Pisco Puro | Quebranta is made by distilling wine made from 100% Quebranta grapes from the Ica Valley.

Adhering to the classic pisco pot distillation method used for centuries in Peru, BarSol Puro Quebranta is crafted in small batches and distilled to bottle proof; neither water nor any other ingredients are added, thereby creating an exceptional spirit of exquisite purity, clarity and smoothness.

Tasting Notes

Highly awarded for its superior taste, BarSol Puro boasts subtle aromas and flavors of hay, banana, bakers pastry and ripe dark berry fruit balanced with delicate citrus notes, apricot blossom with pecan and dark chocolate notes, that evolve into a seductively long and elegant finish. Definitely, a connoisseurs delight. BarSol Puro is the perfect Pisco to make the best pisco sour!

BarSol Pisco | Acholado is an extraordinary artisanal product, resulting from the blend of piscos distilled from the best selection of three pisco grape varieties of the region of Ica: Quebranta, Italia & Torontel.

Tasting Notes

Due to its superb quality, BarSol Acholado has received many awards in multiple competitions in Peru and around the world, due to its great harmony, balance, and brilliance. On the nose, it presents aromas of ripe fruit with light floral notes intensifying on the palate and complimented with hints of spices and pecans. It ends with a soft and delicate finish.

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Beautiful blend of macerated green and red rhubarb gives Briottet’s rhubarb liqueur its unique taste and its slightly pink colour. A powerful and generous nose, a round palate with a hint of acidity, and a charming finish.

This crème de mûre (blackberry cream) uses the finest ingredients to create a precise and pure blackberry liqueur. Perfect mixed with a sparkling wine or in a cocktail.

IMAGINATION - Distilled in an 8 plate fractionating column still.  Juniper and coriander are complemented by the leafy earthiness of manuka to create the heart of this gin.  Whole New Zealand oranges and lemons add a refreshing citrus aroma and cinnamon and licorice leave a sweet lingering spice finish.

Each label tells the story of the ingredients, the place or the people behind what's in the bottle.  This label was inked by Juse from Taupou Tatau tattoo studio, Wellington, New Zealand.

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Liqueur Riga Black Balsam Original 45% Alc 500ml

The original version of Riga Black Balsam herbal bitter is created by a combination of 24 ingredients – herbs, roots, berries, fruit juices, honey, burn sugar and some very specific ingredients like gold withy, gentian, Peruvian balsamic oil.

Garden Party Gin is an ode to long afternoons that drift into happy evenings.

Crafted on the Kāpiti Coast by head distiller Bec Kay, it captures the feeling of a beautifully set table, shared platters, easy laughter and the first clink of glasses.

Fresh citrus, rosehip and angelica lend a floral lift, while subtle coastal botanicals whisper of our local backyard — creating a gin that feels inviting, elegant and effortlessly refreshing.

Bright without being bold, it’s the bottle you reach for when the sun is shining and the company is good — the kind of gin that quietly becomes everyone’s favourite.

Suggested Serve:
Pour 45ml over ice, top with premium tonic or soda, and finish with a thin slice of lemon or edible flowers. It looks as good as it tastes — perfect for gatherings, grazing boards, or simply celebrating the everyday.

Tasting Notes:
Floral • Citrus Lift • Smooth Finish

Garden Party Gin — an ode to moments worth lingering over.

700ml | 37.5% ABV | Gluten-Free

Don Papa Baroko is made on the island of Negros in the Philippines. It is the result of a blend with old rum distilled from molasses, known locally as "black gold" black gold, which comes from one of the many local mills on the island.

Don Papa Baroko has aged for several years in American oak barrels. The Master Blender then selects the most expressive casks, those which best reveal the fruity and vanilla notes.