Reefton Distilling Co. is a modern distillery at the forefront of spirit production in New Zealand. We are a proud West Coast business, creating international award winning spirits from the abundant rainfall and lush native rainforest surrounding our distillery.










About
Reefton Distilling Co. is a modern distillery in an age-old town, our working distillery sits within the Victoria Forest Park, which comprises of over 2000 square kilometres of indigenous forests. Here we produce a range of international award winning premium spirits including our range of Little Biddy Gin, Wild Rain Vodka, Seasonal Fruit Liqueurs, Flavour Gallery Gin Series and our Moonlight Creek Whisky.
Our cellar door is sited in the heart of Reefton within the historic Harold Bros General Store, which has been carefully restored to accommodate our tasting lounge and retail store.
Here visitors are able to enjoy a tour and tasting, taking a look back at the history of Reefton, and the motivation to create a distillery in this part of Aotearoa, including a fascinating glimpse into the life of early pioneers Little Biddy, and George Fairweather Moonlight.
Visitors are also given an insight into the distilling process for our Moonlight Creek Whisky and Little Biddy Gin before getting to experience a selection of our products with a complimentary tasting.
Pre booking via our website is required for all tours.
Our full range of products are also available to purchase from our cellar door.
We take our inspiration from Reefton’s rich history of adventure, innovation, and gold, we see Reefton as the perfect place for making untamed spirits. Call in and see us to learn more.
Location
10 Smith Street, Reefton, New ZealandRelated listings
GOTRACKS West Coast Shuttles
GOTRACKS tramping & mountain biking shuttle services to; Old Ghost Road, Heaphy Track, Paparoa Track, all Victoria Forest Park Tracks, Nelson Lakes and Chartered trips for groups 4 - 11 pax.
Learn moreThe Broadway Tearooms & Bakery
Call into our historic cafe and bakery, the locals have since 1874 - for great coffee, great food, great service.
Learn moreSlab Hut Creek Campsite
Close to Reefton township and a great base for exploring Victoria Forest Park walks.
Learn moreReef Cottage B&B and cafe
Historic Lawyers Offices - circa 1887 transformed into high quality accommodation with ensuite rooms ( Qualmark 4.5 / 5 stars ).
Learn moreALFRESCO EATERY AND HISTORIC VILLAS
Reefton's renowned quality accommodation and attached brasserie, Alfresco Eatery and Historic Villas offer self-contained quality accommodation adjoining Reefton's premier restaurant.
Learn moreLantern Court Motel
Central location on the banks of the Inangahua River, close to restaurants and shops. A great base to explore fascinating Reefton. Visit Victoria Conservation park, go trout fishing, gold panning or take a bush walk.
Learn moreMarble Hill Campsite
Explore this valley's alpine beauty and native birds in amazing red beech forests of Lewis Pass.
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