Dunedin Craft Distillers, located in Dunedin, New Zealand, is a pioneering establishment known for producing high-quality spirits using surplus bread and bakery products. Established in 2020, it is the country's first distillery to adopt such innovative practices, converting potential waste into award-winning gin and vodka. Founders Sue Stockwell and Jenny McDonald use locally sourced botanicals and rainwater from Mount Cargill, creating a distinct regional flavor profile while promoting sustainability through waste reduction.
The South Island of New Zealand boasts several notable distilleries in addition to Dunedin Craft Distillers. These include the Cardrona Distillery, renowned for its whisky and gin offerings; The New Zealand Whisky Company, known for its mature single malt whiskies; Dancing Sands Distillery, famous