Created using traditional methods in a copper Alquitar still, our hand-crafted gin is brought to life by Aotearoa’s native forests and the variety of botanicals available at our fingertips. We work closely with local growers and forage ourselves to allow us to achieve a delicate balance of flavours that elevates a single native botanical.
This unique take on a time-old spirit provides an elegant and exciting tasting experience that continuously gives back to nature.
Kākāpō Distillery was founded on three key principles: a love for Aotearoa, a commitment to conservation, and the desire to create a damn good drop of gin.
Our distillery is inspired by the Kākāpō and we are proud to support them through the Department of Conservation’s Kākāpō Recovery program by gifting 10% of our profits. This group of dedicated scientists, rangers, and volunteers work hard to protect and grow this critically endangered Taonga species.
As a small, independent micro-distillery, we’re proud to be part of a growing movement of like-minded companies that are committed to making positive change in the world. Our dedication to the environment extends beyond just the ingredients we use and supporting our namesake. We’re constantly striving to minimize our environmental impact, from using recycled materials in our packaging to reducing waste and energy consumption in our production process. This is a value we will always improve upon.
Our story.
The First B Corp Distillery in Aotearoa.
What does this mean?
Certified B Corporations, or B Corps, envision a better economic system where businesses can benefit people, communities, and the planet. They choose long-term investments over quick wins, and measure their success based on the positive impact they create.
Designed to give.
We are proud to be one of the few B Corp Certified companies with a Designed to Give, Impact Business Model. This is an additional layer to the B Corp process where we are going above and beyond to give back through our donations to the Kākāpō Recovery Foundation.
Certified B Corporations, are companies verified by B Lab to meet high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.