Imagination Distilling
Imagination Distilling

Imagination Distilling

Greater Wellington, Kāpiti Coast

About

Imagination Gin is a multi-award-winning New Zealand distillery nestled in the Reikorangi Valley on the Kāpiti Coast, crafting premium gins and vodka using locally sourced botanicals and pure rainwater.

Established in 2018, Imagination Gin operates from the historic site of the pioneering Tuatara Brewery in Reikorangi, Kāpiti Coast. The distillery captures and charcoal-filters hundreds of thousands of litres of rainwater on-site, ensuring an exceptionally pure base for their spirits. Using an eight-plate fractionating still, they distill gins that reflect New Zealand's diverse landscapes, incorporating local botanicals wherever possible.

Imagination Gin's commitment to quality and innovation has earned them multiple awards, and their range showcases a variety of flavour profiles, from classic dry gins to unique infusions like Wakame Seaweed and Damson Plum & Blackberry.

Details

Region Kāpiti Coast, Greater Wellington
Address Reikorangi Valley, Kapiti Coast
Has Cellar Door? No
Has Distillery Tours? No
Website imaginationgin.nz

Triple Distilled Vodka

Not yet reviewed

A clean, sweet, and silky vodka crafted from 100% sucrose and pure rainwater, triple distilled and charcoal-filtered for exceptional smoothness.

Category Vodka
ABV % 40%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls
Price % $78.00
Botanicals Used Sweet and silky with a smooth, creamy finish.
Recommended Mixers

Soda water, tonic water, or fresh citrus juices.

Recommended Garnishers

Lemon twist, lime wedge, or fresh mint.

Black Barn Syrah Barrel Aged Gin

(4.8/5) Based on 6 reviews

Just as oak, time and nature make a fine Syrah, we allow that same process to produce this memorable gin.

Category Aged
ABV % 44.2%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls, 200mls
Price % $90.00, $32.00
Botanicals Used Vibrant fruit nose, hints of toffee and cinnamon, soft piney oak body, lingering spice finish.
Recommended Mixers

Enjoy neat, over ice, or with a splash of soda water.

Recommended Garnishers

Orange peel or a sprig of rosemary.

Damson Plum & Blackberry Gin Liqueur

Not yet reviewed

A rich and fruity gin liqueur blending damson plums and blackberries for a luscious taste experience.

Category Liqueur
ABV % 30%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls
Price % $75.00
Botanicals Used Damson plum, blackberry; rich, fruity, and smooth.
Recommended Mixers

Prosecco or soda water

Recommended Garnishers

Fresh blackberries or a twist of lemon peel

Navy Strength London Dry Gin

Not yet reviewed

A bold, juniper-forward gin crafted at 57% ABV, delivering a robust and balanced profile with floral and warming spice notes.

Category Navy Strength
ABV % 57%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls
Price % $125.00
Botanicals Used Juniper-forward with balanced floral and warming spice notes, delivering a robust and smooth finish.
Recommended Mixers

Premium tonic water, soda water

Recommended Garnishers

Lime wedge, fresh rosemary sprig

Reikorangi Rhubarb & Raspberry Gin

(5.0/5) Based on 2 reviews

A complex dry gin that can be the backbone to a great cocktail and which can handle the addition of flavoured tonics

Category Contemporary
ABV % 38%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls, 200mls
Price % $85.00, $32.00
Botanicals Used Rhubarb, raspberry; tart and sweet balance with a dry finish.
Recommended Mixers

Light tonic

Recommended Garnishers

A slice of lime and bruised mint.

Reikorangi Triple Distilled Dry Gin

Not yet reviewed

A contemporary dry gin with classic London Dry botanicals and a touch of mānuka, offering a smooth and memorable profile.

Category London Dry Gin
ABV % 42%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls, 200mls
Price % $85.00, $32.00
Botanicals Used N/A
Recommended Mixers

Tonic, light tonic or soda

Recommended Garnishers

Lemon or lime wedge

Umeboshi & Yuzu Gin Liqueur

Not yet reviewed

A limited-release gin liqueur blending sweet peach plum and fresh yuzu citrus, crafted with Japanese fruits grown in Horowhenua.

Category Liqueur
ABV % 28%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls
Price % $75.00
Botanicals Used Sweet peach plum balanced with fresh yuzu citrus; a vibrant and tangy finish.
Recommended Mixers

Soda water, tonic water

Recommended Garnishers

Lime wedge, fresh mint sprig

Wakame & Lime Dry Gin

(4.5/5) Based on 2 reviews

A contemporary gin infused with wild wakame seaweed, capturing the essence of New Zealand's coastal waters.

Category Contemporary
ABV % 42%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls, 200mls
Price % $85.00, $32.00
Botanicals Used Fresh seawater spray, citrus zest, cardamom spice, sweet citrus, peppery notes, subtle saltiness, and mineral finish.
Recommended Mixers

Soda, Yuzu tonic

Recommended Garnishers

Slice of lemon