In the Media
2024
REX Rural Exchange – 3 April 2024
Dominic George chats with scotch whisky industry expert Gareth Morgan about his new role as Distillery Manager for Reefton Distilling Co.
16:38 minutes to 32:44 minutes
omny.fm/shows/rural-exchange/rex-podcast-wednesday-3rd-april
RNZ – Nights – 2 April 2024
10:30 From Speyside to Reefton: Scotch whisky expert Gareth Morgan joins Emile Donovan
www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/nights/audio/2018932554/from-speyside-to-reefton-scotch-whisky-expert-gareth-morgan
AND
www.rnz.co.nz/audio/player?audio_id=2018932554
Drinksbiz – April - May 2024
Feature – New World Whisky
A whole new world – Victoria Wells looks at how New Zealand is making its mark in this category
issuu.com/hurstcreative/docs/db_april_may_2024_issuu/20
NBR – 29 March 2024
Forbar alumnus takes chair at Reefton Distilling Co.
www.nbr.co.nz/quick-takes/quick-takes-of-the-week-to-march-28/
Restaurant & Cafe – 28 March 2024
Bar & Beverage, Distilleries, News
Shane Edmond appointed Chairman
restaurantandcafe.co.nz/shane-edmond-appointed-chairman/
Drinksbiz – 26 March 2024
Industry News
Reefton Distilling Co. appoints Scotch expert
www.drinksbiz.co.nz/news/reefton-distilling-co-appoints-scotch-expert
AND
Drinksbiz – April/ May issue
Page 8 - issuu.com/hurstcreative/docs/db_april_may_2024_issuu/8
NZBusiness – 26 March 2024
Scotch whisky expert secures key West Coast role
nzbusiness.co.nz/news/scotch-whisky-expert-secures-key-west-coast-role
Restaurant & Café – 26 March 2024
Bar & Beverage, Distilleries, News
REEFTON DISTILLING WELCOMES INTERNATIONAL EXPERT
restaurantandcafe.co.nz/reefton-distilling-welcomes-international-expert/
The Shout – 26 March 2024
DRINKS SPIRITS
Scotch Whisky industry expert appointed at West Coast distillery – by Charlotte Cowan
www.theshout.co.nz/scotch-whisky-industry-expert-appointed-at-west-coast-distillery
The Drinks Report – 25 March 2024
People/ News
Gareth Morgan appointed distillery manager, Reefton Distilling Co
– by Doug Houlder
www.thedrinksreport.com/news/2024/19366-gareth-morgan-appointed-distillery-manager-reefton-distilling-co.html
Stuff - 24 March 2024
Kiwi town sitting on a rare mineral the world wants – by Annemarie Quill
www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/350219323/kiwi-town-sitting-rare-mineral-world-wants
The Shout - 7 March 2024
Celebrating the talented women in Aotearoa’s liquor industry – by Charlotte Cowan
www.theshout.co.nz/celebrating-kiwi-women-in-the-liquor-industry/
RNZ Nights – 5 March 2024
Economy/ Tourism
West Coast leads the country in tourism spending growth
www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/nights/audio/2018928845/west-coast-leads-the-country-in-tourism-spending-growth
And
Emile Donovan talks to Development West Coast Chief Executive Heath Milne
www.rnz.co.nz/audio/player?audio_id=2018928845
The Cellar Door: New Zealand – 27 February 2024
Season 2 – Reefton Distilling Co.
Host George Gayler continues her way down south with a stop in at Reefton at Reefton Distilling Co.
CTV+
ctvplus.org.au/episode/reefton-distilling-co-reefton-the-spirits-workshop-christchurch/
Channel 31
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxuB4v9dDRA&list=PLRLLx_SSivo5GLUuMhxdkTWxMOvlCZSLe&index=35
Development West Coast – 26 February 2024
Reefton’s population nearly triples with motorhome rally
https://westcoast.co.nz/news/reeftons-population-nearly-triples/
Drinksbiz – February - March 2024
Smooth Operator
Spirits Report - Vodka
Pg 52 – Reefton Wild Rain Vodka
issuu.com/hurstcreative/docs/db_february_march_2024_issuu/52
Toast Magazine – 24 January 2024
Ten of the best New Zealand Gins
10 picks for delicious gins made here in Aotearoa – including Little Biddy Gin – Classic
toastmag.co.nz/spirits/10-kiwi-gins/
2023
Drinksbiz – October- November 2023
The Perfect Pour
Spirits Report – Gin
Features Little Biddy Gin and Flavour Gallery Gin Series Pages 68 and 72
issuu.com/hurstcreative/docs/db_october_november_2023_issuu/58
Restaurant & Café Magazine – 28 September 2023
Bar & Beverage
Gallery Lounge opens in Wellington
QT Wellington launches the city’s newest gin bar. The inaugural partner and first exhibition is Reefton Distilling Co’s Little Biddy Gin.
restaurantandcafe.co.nz/gallery-lounge-opens-in-wellington/
Hotel Magazine – 28 September 2023
QT Wellington open GALLERY LOUNGE
the famous art collection that adorns QT Wellington’s walls now sets the scene for sipping and swirling gin-based drinks in partnership with hero distillers who act as artists of an exhibition.
hotelmagazine.co.nz/2023/09/28/qt-wellington-open-gallery-lounge/
Newstalk ZB – 23 September 2023
Lifestyle/ Travel
Mike Yardley: Spring brilliance in Buller
www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/travel/mike-yardley-spring-brilliance-in-buller
SELECT Magazine incorporating WINE NZ – Spring 2023
Reefton Distilling Co. signs contract to supply whisky to Scotland
issuu.com/www.affinityads.com/docs/select_spring23_web/32
Unfiltered – The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Magazine - Issue 84 August 2023
Distillery Profile
Reefton – a New Zealand trailblazer
Find out more about the first distillery in New Zealand to sign a deal to bring its whisky to Society members
unfiltered.smws.com/unfiltered-08-2023/distillery-profile-reeftonwww.youtube.com/watch?v=CZnREURB1NA
Drinksbiz – August - September 2023
SPIRITS NEWS – Pg 82
Reefton Distilling Co. to supply whisky to Scotland
issuu.com/hurstcreative/docs/db_august_september_2023_issuu/82
Drinksbiz – August - September 2023
SPIRITS NEWS – Pg 84
Moonlight Creek Founders Cask’s on offer
issuu.com/hurstcreative/docs/db_august_september_2023_issuu/84
REX Rural Exchange – 28 July 2023
Food & Drink
Cheers to Success: West Coast Distillery shines at 2023 SIP Awards – by Dominic George
www.rexonline.co.nz/home/rural/2023/07/cheers-to-success-west-coast-distillery-shines-at-2023-sip-awards-.html
REX Today – 26 July 2023
The awards keep coming in for Reefton Distilling Co. Dominic George chats to Founder & CEO of Reefton Distilling Co. Patsy Bass about their recent achievements at the SIP Awards 2023
omny.fm/shows/rural-exchange/founder-ceo-of-reefton-distilling-co-patsy-bass
Trip Advisor 2023
10 Best New Zealand Distilleries in New Zealand
www.tripadvisor.co.nz/Attractions-g255104-Activities-c36-t176-New_Zealand.html
Air New Zealand – 21 July 2023
West Coast itinerary for 10 days
Day 2- Spend a couple of hours delving into the world of boutique spirits at the Reefton Distilling Co.
www.airnewzealand.co.nz/destination-hokitika-west-coast-itinerary
AND
Food & Drink Adventures on the West Coast
www.airnewzealand.co.nz/destination-hokitika-restaurants
The Shout – 12 June 2023
Kiwi liquor brands continue to win on the international stage – By Charlotte Cowan
www.theshout.co.nz/kiwi-liquor-brands-winning-on-the-international-stage
RNZ Country Life – 9 June 2023
Rural News Wrap
RNZ's rural news reporter, Sally Murphy, takes a look at the week's news
03:50 minutes into the newsclip to 05:13
www.rnz.co.nz/audio/player?audio_id=2018893722
www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/countrylife/audio/2018893722/rural-news-wrap
REX Today – 9 June 2023
REX Today host Dominic George talks to Patsy Bass about Reefton Distilling Co. signing a multi-year contract to supply whisky to Edinburgh’s Scotch Malt Whisky Society
omny.fm/shows/rural-exchange/patsy-bass-reefton-distilling-co-1
Stuff – Nelson Mail – 8 June 2023
Edinburgh whisky society invites Reefton drop into the family – by Regional Reporters
www.stuff.co.nz/nelson-mail/news/300900849/edinburgh-whisky-society-invites-reefton-drop-into-the-family
Restaurant & Café – 8 June 2023
BAR AND BEVERAGE
New Zealand Scotch makes it to Scotland
restaurantandcafe.co.nz/new-zealand-scotch-makes-it-to-scotland/
Broadsheet – 8 June 2023
FOOD & DRINK
Bite Size: New Zealand’s Latest in Food and Drink News
Reefton Distilling Co is now officially Scots-approved
www.broadsheet.com.au/new-zealand/food-and-drink/article/bite-size-new-zealands-latest-food-and-drink-news-june-8-2023
Otago Daily Times - 8 June 2023
BUSINESS
Scottish society to promote West Coast whisky
www.odt.co.nz/business/scottish-society-promote-west-coast-whisky
Star News – 8 June 2023
CANTERBURY/ NATIONAL
Big break for whiskey distillery
www.odt.co.nz/star-news/star-national/big-break-whiskey-distillery
Drinksbiz – 8 June 2023
INDUSTRY NEWS
Reefton Distilling Co. to supply whisky to Scotland
www.drinksbiz.co.nz/news/reefton-distilling-co-to-supply-whisky-to-scotland
RNZ – Morning Report – 8 June 2023
WORLD
West Coast distillery to supply whisky to Scotland
Founder and chief executive Patsy Bass spoke to Corin Dann
www.rnz.co.nz/audio/player?audio_id=2018893519
www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2018893519/west-coast-distillery-to-supply-whisky-to-scotland
NZ Herald – The Country – 7 June 2023
Reefton Distilling Co. first in New Zealand to supply whisky to Scotland
www.nzherald.co.nz/the-country/news/reefton-distilling-co-first-in-new-zealand-to-supply-whisky-to-scotland/VFUQNC7OSZHSDGTEHG54QMSN2U/
RNZ - 7 June 2023
BUSINESS/ COUNTRY
West Coast whiskey distillery first from NZ to supply Scotch Malt Whisky Society
www.rnz.co.nz/news/country/491505/west-coast-whiskey-distillery-firstfrom-nz-to-supply-scotch-malt-whisky-society
AND
MSN news com
www.msn.com/en-nz/news/national/west-coast-whiskey-distillery-firstfrom-nz-to-supply-scotch-malt-whisky-society/ar-AA1cdy0X?ocid=a2hs&li=BBqdk7Q
Foodticker – 7 June 2023
SPIRITS
Reefton Distilling Co. in Scottish whisky win
https://www.foodticker.co.nz/tag/reefton-distilling-co/
RNZ Midday Rural News – 7 June 2023
News from the rural farming sector with Susan Murray - 12.35pm
03:34 into the newsclip to 05:27
https://www.rnz.co.nz/audio/player?audio_id=2018893394
https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/ruralnews/audio/2018893394/midday-rural-news-for-7-june-2023
RNZ Business News – 7 June 2023
Business News with Anan Zaki - 6.53AM
02:24 into the newsclip to 03:31
www.rnz.co.nz/audio/player?audio_id=2018893329
www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/businessnews/audio/2018893329/business-news-for-7-june-2023
LiquorLand Toast – 6 June 2023
Gin Yummy: Reefton Distilling Gets Playful! by Hayley McLarin
www.toastmag.co.nz/spirits/reefton-distilling-flavour-gallery/
Exporter Today – 7 June 2023
In the News
Reefton Distilling Supplies Whisky to Scotland
exportertoday.co.nz/news/reefton-distilling-supplies-whisky-scotland
The Whisky Manual – 6 June 2023
New Zealand Tour 4: Reefton – by Dave Broom
thewhiskymanual.uk/new-zealand-tour-4-reefton/
The Post – 3 June 2023
11 NZ attractions that are better in winter – by Laura Thornber
Laura Thornber looks at “New Zealand attractions that are at their best when it’s frigid outside.”
www.thepost.co.nz/travel/350016990/11-nz-attractions-are-better-winter
The Press – 3 June 2023
11 NZ attractions that are better in winter – by Lorna Thornber
Reefton Distilling Co and a real-life western
www.thepress.co.nz/a/travel/350016990/11-nz-attractions-that-are-better-in-winter
Distillation NZ 23 – The New Zealand Distillers’ Conference
NZ Story of Success
Patsy Bass – Founder and Chief Executive – Reefton Distilling Co.
avenues.eventsair.com/new-zealand-distillers-conference-2023/speakers
2023 New Zealand Spirits Awards
Meet the Judges
Elizabeth Scott – Distiller, Reefton Distilling Co.
www.spiritsawardsnz.nz/judges
Gough Investments
Building Partnerships
Direct Investments
Reefton Distilling Co.
gough.co.nz/investments
Foodticker – 15 May 2023
Reefton Distilling Co. topping up coffers – by Bridget O'Connell
The West Coast spirits powerhouse is opening up to new investors as it looks to add to its gin-centric premium spirits range by building out its whisky business
www.foodticker.co.nz/tag/reefton-distilling-co/
Development West Coast – 12 May 2023
TRENZ attendees treated to a taste of The Coast
https://westcoast.co.nz/news/trenz-attendees-treated-to-a-taste-of-the-coast/
Development West Coast – 10 May 2023
West Coast being showcased at TRENZ
https://westcoast.co.nz/news/west-coast-being-showcased-at-trenz/
NZ House & Garden – 1 April 2023
Drinks Edit – by Nikki Birrell
Taste Trio
Page 161
wwwstuffmagazines.pressreader.com/nz-house-garden
wwwstuffmagazines.pressreader.com/nz-house-garden/20230401/page/160/textview
Cuisine Magazine – 6 March 2023
Kindred Spirits – by Tash McGill
www.cuisine.co.nz/kindred-spirits
Shepherdess - NGAHURU AUTUMN 2023
Our Land and Water
The Gin Genie – As told to Jennifer Little
www.shepherdess.co.nz
View Article
AA Traveller - Must Do’s – Upper South Island – 23 February 2022
Wild about the West Coast
The Story Behind a Gin
issuu.com/aatraveller/docs/ebook_complete_usi_must_dos_2022-3/s/17359537
Our land and Water – 21 February 2023
Winning the green premium for beverages - Annabel McAleer
Webinar in partnership between The Value Project and NZTE. Hear from the founders of a range of Kiwi beverage brands that are successfully winning the ‘green premium’ and re-investing that premium in sustainable production - including Patsy Bass from Reefton Distilling Co. (18M (minutes):22 S (secs) into the webinar to 23M:40S + 30M.18S to 30M.38S + 36:39 to 37:50 + 44.24 to 45:23 + 47:26 to 48:12 + 50:09 to 50.48)
wwwourlandandwater.nz/news/winning-the-green-premium-for-beverages
Indulge – 14 February 2023
EAT
Little Biddy Australian Launch
wwwindulgemagazine.net/little-biddy-australian-launch
Woman Magazine – 10 February 2023
Food & Drink, What’s On
The best boutique distilleries to enjoy around the country – by Peter Dragicevich
wwwwomanmagazine.co.nz/the-best-boutique-distilleries-to-enjoy-around-the-country
Delicious Magazine – 27 January 2023
New Bites
One of New Zealand's top premium gins officially launches in Australia
www.delicious.com.au/food-files/news-articles/gallery/news-bites-best-food-updates-events-week-jan-27/btu9kk2d
Foodticker – 24 January 2023
The Wrap – by Staff Reporter
Reefton Distilling Co launches across Australia.
www.foodticker.co.nz/tuesday-24-january
Global Travel Media – 19 January 2023
Leading NZ Gin Little Biddy Launches in Australia
wwweglobaltravelmedia.com.au/2023/01/19/leading-nz-gin-little-biddy-launches-in-australia
2022
The Feed – 16 December 2022
Reefton Distilling Co. How to build a brand from nowhere – by Ben Fahy
thefeed.co.nz/2022/12/16/8002/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=8002
The Value Project – 16 December 2022
A nod to the past, an eye on the future – The Reefton Distilling Co. Story – by Ben Fahy
ourlandandwater.nz/news/a-nod-to-the-past-an-eye-on-the-future-the-reefton-distilling-co-story/
Stuff – 11 December 2022
Nine ways to grow a sustainable food business – by The Value Project
www.stuff.co.nz/business/industries/130624536/nine-ways-to-grow-a-sustainable-food-business
Restaurant & Cafe – 8 December 2022
BAR & BEVERAGE, INDUSTRY, INTERNATIONAL, LOCAL, NEWS
An Iconic Partnership
restaurantandcafe.co.nz/an-iconic-partnership/
Newsroom – 7 December 2022
Business
Sustainable Future
‘Conscious foodies’ happy to pay more, research finds – by Nikki Mandow
www.newsroom.co.nz/sustainable-future/conscious-foodies-happy-to-pay-more-research-finds
Newsroom – 20 November 2022
Summer Newsroom
West Coast economy surges ahead of the rest – by Lois Williams
www.newsroom.co.nz/west-coast-economy-surges-ahead-of-the-rest
REX Today – 8 November 2022
REX Today FM host Dominic George talks to Angus Hay and Patsy Bass about the laying down of their first Moonlight Creek Whisky
link directly to the interview:
ROVA
omny.fm/shows/rural-exchange/patsy-bass-angus-hay-reefton-distilling-co?in_playlist=podcast
Player FM
player.fm/series/rex-1532051/patsy-bass-angus-hay-reefton-distilling-co
Kia Ora – 1 November 2022
Culture Food & Drink
ON THE MENU
Still going strong – By Michael Donaldson
7a3c073e.flowpaper.com/KiaOraNovember2022/#section=18
Glengarry – Issue 287 2022
Gin – Gems available for your summer sipping
Page 39
issuu.com/testgg/docs/287-nov-dec_2022-web/38
Today FM – REX Today – 3 October 2022
REX Today host Dominic George talks to Patsy Bass about the opening of Reefton Distilling Co.’s new distillery on the West Coast
omny.fm/shows/rural-exchange/patsy-bass-reefton-distilling-co
Drinksbiz – 4 October 2022
Industry News
Reefton Distilling Co. opens new distillery
www.drinksbiz.co.nz/news/reefton-distilling-co-opens-new-distillery
Toast Magazine – 4 October 2022
New Little Biddy Hazy Spiced Apple
toastmag.co.nz/news/little-biddy-hazy-spiced-apple/
WineNZ Magazine – Spring 2022
Distilled by Design
Kiwi Gin choosing the best from the best – by Gilbert Petersen
Pages 49 and 50
issuu.com/www.affinityads.com/docs/winenz_spring22_lr_003_ff07f4b07df8b3/48
ThreeNow – 28 September 2022
The Block NZ: Redemption - Season 10, Episode 33 (from 40 mins 17 secs)
www.threenow.co.nz/shows/the-block-nz%253A-redemption/season-10-ep-33/S2778-711/M62942-794
The NBR – 8 September 2022
Retail
Reefton Distilling Co builds momentum in Australia – By Jonathan Mitchell
The niche drinks company also had its new distillery commissioned this month.
www.nbr.co.nz/retail/reefton-distilling-builds-momentum-in-australia-new-facility/
NZ House & Garden – September 2022
Imbibe – by Nikki Birrell
Award Winning Local Vodkas – Wild Rain
Page 156
fairfaxmagazines.pressreader.com/nz-house-garden/20220901
&
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/nz-house-garden/20220901/page/156/textview
ChristchurchNZ
Gin Distilleries In and Around Ōtautahi Christchurch
www.christchurchnz.com/explore/explorechc/food-and-drink/gin-distilleries-in-and-around-otautahi-christchurch
The Shout – September 2022
The Junipers – NZ Gin Awards 2022
Contemporary Modern Gin – GOLD; Little Biddy Gin – Snow
NZ Flavoured Gin – GOLD & Best in Class ; Little Biddy Gin – Hazy Spiced Apple
issuu.com/theintermediagroup/docs/the_shout_nz_september_2022/9
&
Just add Vodka
Tash McGill discusses NZ’s excellent water sources and our premium vodka
issuu.com/theintermediagroup/docs/the_shout_nz_september_2022/16
Glengarry – Issue 285 2022
The Kiwi Spirit
Page 21
issuu.com/testgg/docs/wl_285-aug-sept_2022-web/20
Toast Magazine – Issue 19, Winter/Spring 2022
Page 66
Stuff – 21 July 2022
The booming West Coast town with ‘zero’ homes to rent – unless they are Airbnbs – by Joanne Naish
www.stuff.co.nz/national/129303246/the-booming-west-coast-town-with-zero-homes-to-rent--unless-they-are-airbnbs
Spirits Beacon – 19 July 2022
Regional Guide: The Pacific Islands
New Zealand – A look at some NZ Gins
spiritsbeacon.com/guides/spirits/regional-guide-the-pacific-islands
Restaurant & Café – 18 July 2022
Meet the Distiller: Reefton Distilling Co.
restaurantandcafe.co.nz/meet-the-distiller-reefton-distilling-co/
NZ House & Garden – July 2022
Imbibe – Drinks Edit - by Nikki Birrell
Page 159
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/nz-house-garden/20220701/page/159/textview
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/nz-house-garden/20220701
NZTE – 4 July 2022
31 NZ business leaders join Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern in Australia
www.nzte.govt.nz/blog/31-nz-business-leaders-join-prime-minister-jacinda-ardern-in-australia
Glengarry – Issue 284 2022
Keeping it local
Page 18
issuu.com/testgg/docs/wl_284-jun-jul_2022-web_003_/18
Development West Coast – 12 June 2022
Reefton Booms Again
Making Reefton rainwater sexy
westcoast.co.nz/news/reefton-booms-again
RNZ – 12 June 2022
Reefton prospers as locals show 'entrepreneurial spirit' by Samantha Gee
www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/468951/reefton-prospers-as-locals-show-entrepreneurial-spirit
&
Newshub – 12 June 2022
West Coast town Reefton bucks COVID-19 trend with 40 pct increase in visitor spending during pandemic – by Samantha Gee
www.newshub.co.nz/home/new-zealand/2022/06/west-coast-town-reefton-bucks-covid-19-trend-with-40-pct-increase-in-visitor-spending-during-pandemic.html
Urban List – 10 June 2022
The Best Artisanal Gins in NZ so you can level up your G&T – by Jess Willemse
www.theurbanlist.com/nz/a-list/best-gins-nz
The Shout – 23 May 2022
New Zealand Spirits Awards 2022 medal winners announced - By Charlotte Cowan
www.theshout.co.nz/new-zealand-spirits-awards-2022-medal-winners-announced/
View Auckland – May 2022
Eat & Drink
Best Gin
viewauckland.co.nz/best-gin-nz/
NZ Herald – 26 April 2022
Travel
New Zealand's distillery boom: Some of the best local gin, vodka and whiskey – by Ewan McDonald
www.nzherald.co.nz/travel/new-zealands-distillery-boom-some-of-the-best-local-gin-vodka-and-whiskey/TCDOT5YGWEECOCAKZL2PORQZQU/
New Zealand Story – March 2022
Culture
THE TASTE OF NATURE IN A NIP: WORLD CLASS GINS MADE IN NEW ZEALAND
www.nzstory.govt.nz/stories/the-taste-of-nature-in-a-nip/
Drinksbiz – February/ March 2022
New Global Ambassador for Reefton Distilling
issuu.com/hurstcreative/docs/db_february_march_2022_issuu/12
TV One – 17 February 2022
Seven Sharp’s Julian Lee looks at New Zealand’s great gin rush and how Little Biddy Gin is like "Drinking the West Coast"!
www.facebook.com/watch?v=637773447507788
MiNDFOOD – 2 February 2022
STYLE
Sample something new: innovative Kiwi gin-makers you should have on your radar – by Kathryn Chung
www.mindfood.com/article/sample-something-new-innovative-kiwi-gin-makers-you-should-have-on-your-radar/
The Shout – 27 January 2022
Reefton Distilling Co. appoints Global Brand Ambassador – by Charlotte Cowan
www.theshout.co.nz/reefton-distilling-co-appoints-global-brand-ambassador/
Stuff – 12 January 2022
New Zealand's least sunny destinations for those who hate the heat – by Siobhan Downes
www.stuff.co.nz/travel/news/127480413/new-zealands-least-sunny-destinations-for-those-who-hate-the-heat
2021
Toast Magazine – Issue 18, Summer 2021/2022
Stay in with Kiwi Gin
www.liquorland.co.nz/toast/#view=catalogue2&saleId=12154&page=13
Stuff – 29 December 2021
New Zealand’s most underrated tiny towns and what to do there – by Brook Sabin
www.stuff.co.nz/travel/experiences/road-trips/300178913/new-zealands-most-underrated-tiny- towns-and-what-to-do-there
Drinksbiz – December/ January 2021
Reefton wraps it up
Page 81
issuu.com/hurstcreative/docs/db_december_2021_january_2022_web/80
WineNZ Magazine – Summer issue
Distilled by Design
Summer Cocktail Time
issuu.com/www.affinityads.com/docs/winenz_summer_proof_low_1501a6ddc2ddb7/50
Our Place Magazine – Issue 37 - 6 December 2021
The Shake Down
https://issuu.com/ourplacemagazine/docs/ourplace_issue37/54
Broadsheet – 27 November 2021
New Zealand Drinks You Should Be Drinking in Australia Right Now (According to New Zealand) – by Evan Jones
The Spin Off – 26 November 2021
Society
New Zealand’s 20 best advent calendars, ranked – By Tanya Ward thespinoff.co.nz/society/26-11-2021/new-zealands-20-best-advent-calendars-ranked
Toast Magazine – 24 November 2021
Ten of the best New Zealand Gins
www.toastmag.co.nz/spirits/10-kiwi-gins/
Stuff – 24 November 2021
Westland's economy has biggest drop in the country while Buller booms post-flood – by Joanne Naish
www.stuff.co.nz/business/better-business/127039859/westlands-economy-has-biggest-drop-in- the-country-while-buller-booms-postflood
The Urban List – 17 November 2021
12 Of The Best Artisanal Gins Made In New Zealand So You Can Level Up Your G&T – by Jess Willemse
www.theurbanlist.com/nz/a-list/gin-nz
Capsule – 12 November 2021
Christmas Countdown! 10 Cute, Fun & Tasty Advent Calendars for Kids, to Gift or to Treat Yourself! - by Alice O'Connell
Fennec & Friends – 9 November 2021
ADVENT CALENDAR, GIFT GUIDE: FIVE ADVENT CALENDARS THAT ARE TOO GOOD TO MISS
fennecandfriends.com/five-advent-calendars-that-are-too-good-to-miss/
The Urban List – 3 November 2021
11 of the best Adult Advent Calendars in NZ so that you can count down to Christmas – by Kathryn Steane
www.theurbanlist.com/nz/a-list/advent-calendar-nz
Cuisine – November 2021 - Issue 208
Shoppers Notebook
The taste of summer
Page 141
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/cuisine-nz/20211101/page/140
Dish – October/ November 2021 – Issue 99
By the Glass
Swanning Around
Page 116
www.pressreader.com/australia/dish-9485/20211005/page/116
Metropol – 14 October 2021
Celebrate in Style – curated by Charlie Fox
Fresh Tipples
Page 64
issuu.com/metrospublishinggroupltd/docs/export_october_14_2021/64
and
metropol.co.nz/celebrate-in-style/
plus
Cherry Delight
Metropol share a cocktail using Little Biddy Gin – Pink
Page 73
issuu.com/metrospublishinggroupltd/docs/export_october_14_2021/72
The West Coast Messenger – 6 October 2021
Mountains meet rainforest – Reefton Gin and snow
Page 10
issuu.com/westcoastmessenger/docs/west_coast_messenger_6_october_2021/9
Drinksbiz – October November 2021
It’s a gin thing
Page 58 – 94
Little Biddy Gin Pg 66 & 85
issuu.com/hurstcreative/docs/db_october_november_2021_web/58
Drinksbiz – October November 2021
New releases from Little Biddy Gin
Page 106
issuu.com/hurstcreative/docs/db_october_november_2021_web/106
Rural Today - Magic Talk – 4 October 2021
Rural Today host Dominic George talks to Patsy Bass about a new gin from Reefton Distilling Co. and this one is made of snow
42 minutes 24 seconds into the programme through to 49 minutes 38 seconds
www.magic.co.nz/home/shows/talk/rural-today.html Select Date 4.10.2021
and
REX Today Catch-Up Podcast - Magic Talk – 4-10-2021
www.listennotes.com/podcasts/rural-today-catch-up/rex-today-catch-up-podcast-bivys8rIJ2m
Foodticker – 1 October 2021
Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 1 October - by Staff Reporter
West Coast distillery Reefton Distilling Co. has dropped a new pink gin made with New Zealand cherries ahead of summer
www.foodticker.co.nz/fresh-cuts-product-launches-for-the-week-to-1-october
WineNZ Magazine – Spring 2021
Distilled by Design
Pages 36 to 38
issuu.com/www.affinityads.com/docs/winenz_spring_21_web_f96993d3dab1e2/36
NZ House & Garden – October 2021
Imbibe – Drinks Edit by Nikki Birrell – Pg 177
Tarten-ed Up
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/nz-house-garden/20211001/page/176
Rural Today - Magic Talk – 27 September 2021
Rural Today host Dominic George chats to Patsy Bass about Reefton Distilling Co.’s new pink gin, made with central Otago cherries
19 minutes 16 seconds into the programme through to 25 minutes 56 seconds
www.magic.co.nz/home/shows/talk/rural-today.html Select Date 27-9-2021
and
REX Today Catch-Up Podcast - Magic Talk - 27-9-2021
www.listennotes.com/podcasts/rural-today-catch-up/rex-today-catch-up-podcast-3Xs6Snji8Cu
Fennec & Friends – 23 September 2021
PRETTY IN PINK WITH A CHERRY ON TOP
Community, News
fennecandfriends.com/pretty-in-pink-with-a-cherry-on-top/
Style Magazine – September 2021
Limited release
Newsfeed – Page 14
www.yumpu.com/en/document/read/65853309/style-september-10-2021/14
Restaurant & Café – 23 September 2021
Beverage, Industry, Local, News
PRETTY IN PINK FROM LOCALLY GROWN CHERRIES
restaurantandcafe.co.nz/pretty-in-pink-from-locally-grown-cherries
Hotel Magazine – 23 September 2021
Food and Beverage, New Zealand, News
GIVE YOUR GUESTS THE TASTE OF SUMMER (ALL YEAR ROUND)
hotelmagazine.co.nz/2021/09/23/give-your-guests-the-taste-of-summer-all-year-round
F & B Tech – September 2021
Local, News
THE QUINTESSENTIAL TASTE OF A KIWI SUMMER
www.fbtech.co.nz/2021/09/22/the-quintessential-taste-of-a-kiwi-summer
Voxy – 20 September 2021
Lifestyle
Reefton Distilling Co. launch a new pink gin
www.voxy.co.nz/lifestyle/5/392807
NZ Herald – 7 September 2021
Travel
GO NZ: What to do in Reefton - history and gin on the West Coast – By Ashlyn Oswalt
www.nzherald.co.nz/travel/go-nz-what-to-do-in-reefton-history-and-gin-on-the-west-coast/ICKUM66X2TTSRG5LGFXFCJAI3Q/
and
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/the-new-zealand-herald/20210907/page/37/textview
Bay of Plenty Times – 7 September 2021
Travel
History alive and ... – by Ashlyn Oswalt
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/bay-of-plenty-times/20210907/page/37
Rotorua Daily Post – 7 September 2021
Recreation, Travel, Lifestyle
History alive and ... - by Ashlyn Oswalt
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/rotorua-daily-post/20210907/page/37
The Northern Advocate – 7 September
Recreation, Travel, Lifestyle
Reefton’s rich history – by Ashlyn Oswalt
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/the-northern-advocate/20210907/page/29
Whanganui Chronicle – 7 September
Recreation, Travel, Lifestyle
Reefton’s rich history – by Ashlyn Oswalt
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/wanganui-chronicle/20210907/page/25
Hawkes Bay Today – 7 September
Recreation, Travel, Lifestyle
Reefton’s rich history – by Ashlyn Oswalt
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/hawkes-bay-today/20210907/page/25/textview
Avenues Magazine – September 2021
Who’s your Daddy? Page 68
Lil’ Biddy!
issuu.com/27publishersltd/docs/avenues_sep_2021_issuu/68
NZ House & Garden – September 2021
Imbibe – Drinks Edit by Nikki Birrell – Pg 157
Make it Rain
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/nz-house-garden/20210901/page/157
Drinksbiz – 25 August 2021
Little Biddy Gin meets Swanndri in new release
www.drinksbiz.co.nz/news/little-biddy-gin-meets-swanndri-in-new-release
Mindfood – 24 August 2021
The Ultimate Father’s Day Gift Guide
Including Little Biddy limited edition Swanndri gin
www.mindfood.com/article/the-ultimate-fathers-day-gift-guide/
Swanndri Blog Post – 19 August 2021
From here and for here: Swanndri x Little Biddy Gin
www.swanndri.co.nz/blog/from-here-and-for-here-swanndri-x-little-biddy-gin
Rural Today - Magic Talk – 17 August 2021
Rural Today host Dominic George chats to Patsy Bass about Reefton Distilling Co.’s new collaboration with Swanndri and their new Little Biddy Gin - Cask Aged offering
18 minutes 06 seconds into the programme through to 25 minutes 55 seconds
www.magic.co.nz/home/shows/talk/newshub-rural.html Select date 17.8.2021
and
www.listennotes.com/podcasts/rural-today-catch-up/rural-today-catch-up-podcast-fKaOzR_08sw
FoodTicker – 13 August 2021
Fresh Cuts: Product launches for the week to 13 August – by Staff Reporter
Reefton Distilling Co dons a trusty Swanndri for its latest limited release
www.foodticker.co.nz/fresh-cuts-product-launches-for-the-week-to-13-august
Voxy – 13 August 2021
Little Biddy Gin, Swanndri joining forces to ‘celebrate the environment, Kiwi ambition’
www.voxy.co.nz/business/5/391257
Restaurant and Cafe – 10 August 2021
BEVERAGE, NEWS
New Zealand’s most exclusive gin
restaurantandcafe.co.nz/new-zealands-most-exclusive-gin
Drinksbiz – August - September 2021
Pages 26, 27 & 28
Meet the locals
issuu.com/hurstcreative/docs/db_august_september_2021_digital/26
Drinksbiz – August - September 2021
Page 16
Reefton Distilling Co. bolsters leadership amid growth
issuu.com/hurstcreative/docs/db_august_september_2021_digital/16
NZBusiness+Management – August 2021
Business & Finance
West Coast distiller wins more awards
www.zinio.com/nz/article/nzbusinessmanagement/august-2021-i509142/west-coast-distiller-wins-more-awards-a20372
Stuff – 1 August 2021
Travel – Food and Wine Holidays
New Zealand's tiny towns with amazing treats – by Brook Sabin
Gin Country - Reefton
www.stuff.co.nz/travel/experiences/food-and-wine-holidays/300369803/new-zealands-tiny-towns-with-amazing-treats
Neat Places
Sip Your Way Through Our Guide To Kiwi-Made Spirits – by Jess Willemse
neatplaces.co.nz/features/best-new-zealand-made-spirits
Food Ticker – 20 July 2021
Reefton Distilling Co. appoints top talent to plot global growth – by Bridget O'Connell
www.foodticker.co.nz/reefton-distilling-co-appoints-top-talent-to-plot-global-growth
The Daily Encourager – 16 July 2021
Business and Innovation, Courage and initiative, Creativity
Regenerating a town - by Wayne Graham
dailyencourager.co.nz/regenerating-a-town
The Shout – July 2021
In the spirit of winning – by Charlotte Cowan
issuu.com/theintermediagroup/docs/the_shout_nz_july_2021/12
Restaurant & Café – 14 July 2021
INDUSTRY, LIQUOR & BEVERAGE, LOCAL, NEWS
Industry Experts for Senior Leadership Roles at Reefton Distilling
restaurantandcafe.co.nz/industry-experts-for-senior-leadership-roles-at-reefton-distilling
F & B Tech – July 2021
LOCAL, NEWS
Reefton distilling co. Appoints industry experts
www.fbtech.co.nz/2021/07/13/reefton-distilling-co-appoints-industry-experts
Restaurant & Café – 12 July 2021
EVENTS, INDUSTRY, LIQUOR & BEVERAGE, LOCAL, NEWS
High spirits at this year’s awards
https://restaurantandcafe.co.nz/high-spirits-at-this-years-awards/
Scout – 6 July 2021
The best boutique distilleries to enjoy around the country – by Peter Dragicevich
scoutmagazine.co.nz/people-places/best-boutique-distilleries-nz
Rural Today – Magic Talk – 6 July 2021
Rural Today Host Dominic George catches up with Reefton Distilling Co. Chief Executive Patsy Bass following yet another accolade for the distillery
44 minutes 28 seconds into the programme through to 49 minutes 21 seconds
www.listennotes.com/podcasts/rural-today-catch-up/rural-today-catch-up-podcast-TSKVFPpRdaQ
Restaurant & Café – 1 July 2021
EVENTS, INDUSTRY, LIQUOR & BEVERAGE, LOCAL, NEWS
Best of the best – Top trophies for West Coast distillery
restaurantandcafe.co.nz/best-of-the-best-top-trophies-for-west-coast-distillery
Westport News – 1 July 2021
Reefton Vodka wins at NZ Awards
The Greymouth Star – 1 July 2021
Wild Rain Vodka wins double
Voxy – 1 July 2021
Wild Rain Vodka takes out top trophies at NZ Spirits Awards Ceremony
www.voxy.co.nz/national/5/389524
Local, News
Top trophies for West Coast distillery
www.fbtech.co.nz/2021/06/30/top-trophies-for-west-coast-distillery
The Shout - 30 June 2021
33 awards in 32 months for ‘relative newcomer’ West Coast distillery - by Charlotte Cowan
www.theshout.co.nz/33-awards-in-32-months-for-relative-newcomer-west-coast-distillery
Chinese Herald – 30 June 2021
A large collection of New Zealand winter attractions to prepare for the next short holiday – including Reefton & Reefton Distilling Co.
www.chineseherald.co.nz/news/travel/winter-travelling-spots
Things To do Post – 29 June 2021
10 Distilleries in New Zealand That You Shouldn't Miss – by Weston Hennigan
www.thingstodopost.org/10-distilleries-in-new-zealand-that-you-shouldn-t-miss-773935
Drinksbiz – 29 June 2021
Kiwi distillers shine at NZ Spirits Awards 2021
www.drinksbiz.co.nz/news/kiwis-shine-at-nz-spirits-awards
Foodticker – 28 June 2021
Distillers celebrate NZ spirit award wins - by Staff Reporter
www.foodticker.co.nz/distillers-celebrate-nz-spirit-award-wins
The Shout - 25 June 2021
New Zealand Spirits Awards 2021 – the trophy winners! – by Charlotte Cowan
www.theshout.co.nz/new-zealand-spirits-awards-2021-the-trophy-winners
Scoop – 26 June 2021
Business
New Zealand Spirits Scoop 9 Out Of 14 Trophies At NZ Spirits Awards 2021
www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU2106/S00495/new-zealand-spirits-scoop-9-out-of-14-trophies-at-nz-spirits-awards-2021.htm
Vacations & Travel – 22 June 2021
‘A hidden paradise’: This NZ police ad is better than any tourism commercial – by Lauren Attard
www.vacationstravel.com/nz-west-coast-police-video
TreeCropper – Issue 106 - June 2021
A Little Biddy Drink – Page 12
Shirley Went explains how Reefton Distilling Co. are using Native trees and lichens to remake this Classic spirit in a Little Biddy West Coast way.
treecrops.org.nz/news/treecropper-106
Still Magic – 16 June 2021
Ep. 39
Distiller, Author and Podcast Host Marcel Thompson, interviews Beth Scott - Reefton Distilling Co.
PLAYER FM player.fm/series/still-magic/beth-scott-distiller-reefton-distilling-co
GOOGLE PODCASTS podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZC5jby9zdGlsbC1tYWdpYw/episode/NDRhNDhhMjUtNmMyMy00MDY0LTk1MGQtZDFkZDMxODUzOGM2?sa=X&ved=0CAUQkfYCahcKEwiYhuPF_rbxAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQCA&hl=en-NZ
PODCAST CO pod.co/still-magic/beth-scott-distiller-reefton-distilling-co
Policing on the West Coast/ New Zealand Police – 14 June 2021
Reefton Distilling Co. receive a visit from their local constables in this New Zealand Police recruitment video
www.youtube.com/watch?v=75OzuK67-Ww&t=8s
Newshub - 12 June 2021
Reefton defying odds with tourism boom, but neighbouring towns aren't seeing same success
www.newshub.co.nz/home/money/2021/06/reefton-defying-odds-with-tourism-boom-but-neighbouring-towns-aren-t-seeing-same-success.html
Stuff – 9 June 2021
The best tiny towns of the West Coast – by Brook Sabin
www.stuff.co.nz/travel/destinations/nz/west-coast/300325357/the-best-tiny-towns-of-the-west-coast
Scout – Winter 2021
Still Crazy – by Peter Dragicevich
Peter Dragiecevich pays a visit to Reefton Distilling Co. as he explores Aotearoa’s boutique distilleries
Pg 118 to 125
scoutmagazine.co.nz
And online
The best boutique distilleries to enjoy around the country – by Peter Dragicevich
scoutmagazine.co.nz/people-places/best-boutique-distilleries-nz
The Shout – 26 May 2021
New Zealand Spirits Awards 2021 – medal winners announced – by Charlotte Cowan
www.theshout.co.nz/nz-spirits-awards-medal-winners-announced-today/
Still Magic – 25 May 2021
Ep. 38 Guardianship & Legacy
Distiller, Author and Podcast Host Marcel Thompson, interviews Patsy Bass - Reefton Distilling Co.
PLAYER FM player.fm/series/still-magic/patsy-bass-reefton-distilling-co
GOOGLE PODCASTS podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZC5jby9zdGlsbC1tYWdpYw/episode/MjZiNDdiMzAtOWMxMi00YzY4LWFjMTgtODI1MDBmZTM2ZWEw?hl=en-NZ&ved=2ahUKEwiBrd34jubwAhVm_XMBHRhoA7MQieUEegQIDRAF&ep=6
PODCAST CO pod.co/still-magic/patsy-bass-reefton-distilling-co
Rural Today – Magic Talk – 24 May 2021
Dominic George chats with Reefton Distilling Co. Chief Executive Patsy Bass about Little Biddy Gin’s latest accolades at the 2021 SIP Awards
19 minutes 45 seconds into the programme through to 26 minutes 36 seconds
www.listennotes.com/podcasts/rural-today-catch-up/rural-today-catch-up-podcast-aFj69DYSwAP/
Westport News – 21 May 2021
Reefton Distilling wins international awards
Voxy – 20 May 2021
Little Biddy Gin awarded Platinum and Consumers' Choice at the International SIP Awards
www.voxy.co.nz/business/5/387417
The Spinoff – 9 May 2021
Business
West Coast spirit: How a little distillery is revitalising Reefton – by Michael Andrew
thespinoff.co.nz/business/09-05-2021/a-magical-morning-at-the-reefton-distilling-co/
NZ Herald – 4 May 2021
Travel
GO NZ: Mother's Day treat ideas and best restaurants around New Zealand – By Anna King Shahab
www.nzherald.co.nz/travel/go-nz-mothers-day-treat-ideas-and-best-restaurants-around-new-zealand/W76SARA6XQFOE6HKRAQFUIP3JQ/
The Seagull – April 2021
The best of sisters. A tale of gin, little women & big ideals - by Deli Connell
Urban List – 28 April 2021
Food and Drink
The Feed | The NZ Food News You Need To Know – by Kathryn Steane
Swanndri Blog – March 18 2021
Swanndri Due West: Reefton Distilling Co
www.swanndri.co.nz/blog/swanndri-due-west-reefton-distilling-co
Fine Wine Delivery – March 15 2021
Reefton Distilling Co. A Modern Distillery from an Age Old Town
www.finewinedelivery.co.nz/blog-post/reefton-distilling-co-a-modern-distillery-from-an-age-old-town/567
Broadsheet – March 10 2021
Little Biddy makes Tayberry Pink Gins from rainwater captured on New Zealand’s West Coast – by Evan Jones
www.broadsheet.com.au/national/food-and-drink/article/little-biddy-makes-tayberry-pink-gins-rainwater-captured-new-zealands-west-coast
The Snowball Effect Blog – March 8 2021
Four female founders we’re following closely
Patsy Bass talks to Emily Heazlewood
www.snowballeffect.co.nz/blog/four-female-founders-were-following-closely
The Farmlander – March 2021
Industry News
Dare to dream Big – Pg 23
Patsy Bass talks to The Farmlander about her career path and what has inspired her
issuu.com/farmlands/docs/far_10005_the_farmlander_march_2021_final-web
Heritage New Zealand Magazine – Issue 160 Autumn 2021
Burning Bright – by Matt Philp
Matt Philp visits Reefton and Reefton Distilling Co. to find out more about how this small West Coast town residents are preserving and conserving its heritage.
issuu.com/heritagenz/docs/heritagenz_160
and
Video: youtube.com/watch?v=GS_OFDQXaXw
Toast Magazine - February 20 2021
Raise a Gin Glass to Reefton’s 150th Anniversary
www.toastmag.co.nz/news/raise-a-gin-glass-to-reeftons-150th-anniversary
Drinksbiz – February March 2021
Clear Appeal – Vodka Report
Pg 62 + 64 Review Wild Rain Vodka
www.drinksbiz.co.nz/february-march-2021
Travel NZ Herald – February 16 2021
Untamed Natural Wilderness gifts us the purest food and drink
Page 20
issuu.com/apn_mediaservices/docs/nzh_travel16thfeb2021/20
Stuff – 15 Feb 2021
Ghost towns and shipwrecks: Why every Kiwi should tour the West Coast - by Claudia Babirat
www.stuff.co.nz/travel/destinations/nz/west-coast/124244573/ghost-towns-and-shipwrecks-why-every-kiwi-should-tour-the-west-coast
Meeting Newz – January/ February 2021
Industry News
Famil highlights West Coast Experience
Page 6
www.meetingnewz.co.nz/images/stories/digital-edition/mn-jan-feb-2021/6/
Style – January 13 2021
Tickled Pink – by Kate Preece
Page 58
Kate Preece reviews Little Biddy Gin – Pink
www.yumpu.com/en/document/read/65199851/style-january-13-2021
Kia Ora – January 2021
TIME & TIDE by Sarah Lang
Sarah Lang heads to the wild West Coast, calling in at main centres and the regions smaller historical towns including Reefton – featuring Reefton Distilling Co.
7a3c073e.flowpaper.com/KiaOraJan2021/#section=5
2020
Inspiring Communities website – 2020
Punching above its weight the revitalisation of Reefton
inspiringcommunities.org.nz/ic_story/punching-above-its-weight-the-revitalisation-of-reefton/
KiwiTripsters Ep 10 – December 24 2020
Mike Yardley and Chris Lynch share hints and tips for day trips across Canterbury and the West Coast including stopping in at Reefton Distilling Co.
Move slider17:18minutes in through to 19:05
kiwitripsters.co.nz/podcast/ep10-exploring-canterbury-and-the-west-coast
West Coast Messenger – December 23 2020
Conference Organisers Hosted on the Coast – Pg 15
issuu.com/westcoastmessenger/docs/west_coast_messenger_23_december_2020
Stuff – December 13 2020
The most underrated tiny towns of New Zealand by Brook Sabin
Reefton: West Coast – focus on Reefton Distilling Co.
www.stuff.co.nz/travel/experiences/road-trips/300178913/the-most-underrated-tiny-towns-of-new-zealand
NZ Herald Canvas Magazine – December 12 2020
Lifestyle
Christmas Brew review, beer, bubbles and cocktails – by Monique Barden
Monique Barden puts together a selection of festive drinks for the holiday season including an aromatic Little Biddy Gin Cocktail
www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/christmas-brew-review-beer-bubbles-and-cocktails/B4EFLVC5XHEGXT5UGVN3OQWWOM/
Development West Coast – Latest News
Showcasing the West Coast for Business Events
DWC’s Inaugural Famil programme takes in a tour and tasting at Reefton Distilling Co
www.dwc.org.nz/development-west-coast/latest-news
Wild Tomato Magazine – December 2020
Festive Cocktails by Lynda Papesch
Biddy’s Xmas Gin & Tonic Front Page & Page 35
issuu.com/wildtomato/docs/wt_issue171_december20/35
KiaOra Magazine – December 2020
Business
In Good Spirits
7a3c073e.flowpaper.com/KiaOraDec2020/#section=11
The Farmlander – December 2020
Grow Your Local – Put a piece of New Zealand under the Christmas tree – Pg 33
www.farmlands.co.nz/NewsAndEvents/Publications
NZ HOUSE & GARDEN – December 2020
Imbibe by Mermaid Mary - Pg 157
Festive Pick – Little Biddy Gin - Pink
Newstalk ZB – Lifestyle Travel – November 21 2020
Mike Yardley: The Best of Buller
www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/travel/mike-yardley-the-best-of-buller
Rural Today – Magic Talk – November 3 2020
Dominic George chats with Reefton Distilling Co. Ambassadors Nigel and Steffan MacKay to discover ‘Who is Little Biddy and why is she such a legend on the Coast’
15 minutes 30 seconds into the programme through to 26 minutes 47 seconds
www.listennotes.com/podcasts/rural-today-catch/rural-today-catch-up-podcast-AbsilWV_6dh
Wild Hearts Wedding Blog - October 2020
www.wildhearts.co.nz/october-faves
The Greymouth Star – October 27 2020
Little Biddy photo comes to light – by Claire Ward
Liquorland Toast – Summer 2020 issue 16
Top Kiwi Drops
Liquorland Toast magazine showcase 10 of the best spirits from the NZ spirits industry – Pages 14 & 15
Weekend Herald Canvas Magazine – October 17 2020
The Brew – Page 23
Monique Barden – reviews Little Biddy Gin – Pink
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/weekend-herald-canvas/20201017/page/23/textview
Food Ticker – October 20 2020
Reefton Distilling sweeps at NZ gin awards
Voxy – October 16 2020
Business
Little Biddy scoops five medals at the Junipers
www.voxy.co.nz/business/5/375443
Style Magazine – October 13 2020
Travel
A tour of great taste – by Lucy Evans
style.kiwi/a-tour-of-great-taste
Tourism Ticker – October 12 2020
From the Regions
Distillery targets quadrupling visitors with $928k PGF loan – By Shannon Williams
www.tourismticker.com/2020/10/12/distillery-could-quadruple-visitors-following-928k-pgf-loan
Restaurant and Café – October 9 2020
Industry, Liquor & Beverage, Local, News
Little Biddy strikes gold again
restaurantandcafe.co.nz/little-biddy-strikes-gold-again
Drinksbiz – October/November 2020
The Gin Juggernaut – 2020 Gin Report
Reviews Little Biddy Gin - pages 70-71 and 88
and
PGF Loan supports Reefton Distilling Co. expansion – Page 100
www.drinksbiz.co.nz/october-november-2020
Rural Today – Magic Talk - October 8 2020
Dominic George talks with Distiller Beth Scott about the crafting of Little Biddy Gin – Cask Aged (Bourbon) and the SIP Awards Gold Medal for Little Biddy Gin – Classic
16 minutes 11 seconds into the programme through to 27 minutes 03 seconds
www.listennotes.com/podcasts/rural-today-catch/rural-today-catch-up-podcast-zbZnHDo_9UC
Toast Magazine – October 4 2020
Spirits
Little Biddy’s Big Win
www.toastmag.co.nz/spirits/little-biddys-big-win
Voxy - October 2 2020
Business
Little Biddy wins a gold medal at the 2020 SIP Awards - Reefton Distilling Co.
www.voxy.co.nz/business/5/374610
Westport News - October 2 2020
Local & regional news – Pg 3
Reefton gin takes international gold medal
Style Magazine - October 2020
Drink – Pg 72
Busting out the botanicals – by Kate Preece
Kate Preece reviews Little Biddy Gin - Classic
www.yumpu.com/en/document/read/64419595/style-october-02-2020
West Coast Messenger – September 30 2020
PGF back Reefton Distillery – Pg 6
issuu.com/westcoastmessenger/docs/west_coast_messenger_30_september_2020
Grow Regions – September 30 2020
Government backs Reefton Distillery Expansion
www.growregions.govt.nz/about-us/news-and-announcements/government-backs-reefton-distillery-expansion
Rural Today – Magic Talk - September 30 2020
Dominic George talks with Reefton Distilling Co.’s Founder and Chief Executive Patsy Bass about the announcement of the PGF loan and the expansion currently underway
40 minutes 36 seconds into the programme through to 47 minutes 37 seconds
Rural Today Catch Up Podcast – Magic Talk – 30-9-2020
www.listennotes.com/podcasts/rural-today-catch/rural-today-catch-up-podcast-ROu0X8U1pva
NZBusiness – September 30 2020
Growth
Expansion underway for Reefton Distilling Co.
nzbusiness.co.nz/news-items/expansion-underway-reefton-distilling-co
Voxy – September 29 2020
Business
Reefton Distilling Co. welcomes Government backing to assist with expansion
www.voxy.co.nz/business/5/374339
Stuff – September 27 2020
West Coast distillery to receive $928k Government loan to expand – by Jonathan Guildford
www.stuff.co.nz/national/300117262/west-coast-distillery-to-receive-928k-government-loan-to-expand
Point of order – 25 September 2020
Once known as “mother’s ruin”, it is made all over NZ – including Reefton (where there’s govt funding in the financial mix) - Point of order reports on two lots of good news from the Beehive – including Reefton Distilling Co. being granted a loan from the PGF
pointofordernz.wordpress.com/2020/09/25/once-known-as-mothers-ruin-it-is-made-all-over-nz-including-reefton-where-theres-govt-funding-in-the-financial-mix
GovernmentNews.co.nz – September 25 2020
West Coast distillery investment to brew jobs
Devdiscourse – September 25 2020
News – Economy - Business
West Coast distillery to benefit from PGF investment
www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/1226873-west-coast-distillery-to-benefit-from-pgf-investment
The Westport News – September 25 2020
Local and Regional News – Pg 3
Reefton Distilling gets $928k PGF loan – by Becky Manawatu
Rural Today – Magic Talk - September 21 2020
Dominic George catches up with Reefton Distilling Co.’s Head Distiller Nick Secker to talk about the release of Little Biddy Gin – Pink
41 minutes 21 seconds into the programme through to 49 minutes 09 seconds
www.listennotes.com/podcasts/rural -today-catch/rural-today-catch-up-podcast-lDykrYm8bPJ
Daily Encourager – September 18 2020
Business and Innovation, Courage and initiative, People, Science and Technology
Young Head Distiller adds homegrown flavour to age-old industry - by Hope Writer
dailyencourager.co.nz/young-head-distiller-adds-homegrown-flavour-to-age-old-industry
Shepherdess – Spring 2020
Lovely things
Little Biddy Gin, Reefton
www.shepherdess.co.nz
The Shout New Zealand – September 2020
Industry Insights – The state of the liquor nation Page 12
Spirits feature - The Great Gin Boom – Pages 23 + 24
issuu.com/theintermediagroup/docs/theshout_nz_sptember_2020/1?fr=sOGYzZDE4ODcyOTc
Restaurant and Café - September 4 2020
Industry, Liquor & Beverage, Local, News
A Perfectly Pink Distillation
restaurantandcafe.co.nz/a-perfectly-pink-distillation/
Otago Daily Times - September 1 2020
My Town: Reefton – by Lois Williams
www.odt.co.nz/lifestyle/travel/my-town-reefton
Wild Tomato E-Magazine - August 14 2020
Drinkable Art – Reefton Distiller Making his Mark
Pg12
Stuff – August 2 2020
Travel – back your backyard – West Coast feature - by Brook Sabin
Reefton's Gin Rush
www.stuff.co.nz/travel/back-your-backyard/122296715/the-west-coast-is-suffering-right-now-this-is-why-we-should-go
NZ Herald - July 28 2020
Travel: Cold Comfort – the ultimate couple’s kiwi getaway you need this Winter – by Anna King Shahab
No.5 West Coast – includes Reefton Distilling Co.
www.nzherald.co.nz/travel/news/article.cfm?c_id=7&objectid=12350149
Weekend Herald Canvas Magazine – July 11 2020
The Brew by Monique Barden – Page 16
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/weekend-herald-canvas/20200711/page/16
Rural Today – Magic Talk - July 7 2020
Nick Secker Reefton Distilling Co.’s head distiller talk with Dominic George
46 minutes 10 seconds in through to 54 minutes 29 seconds www.listennotes.com/podcasts/rural-today-catch/rural-today-catch-up-podcast-QUdKv2S-X0C/
Saving the Town – Heritage Toolkit Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga – July 2020
Think Collectively Case Study 2.2 Reefton by Matt Philp – Pages 24 -25
Featuring Reefton Distilling Co.
issuu.com/heritagenz/docs/saving_the_town?fr=sMzBhMDE5MjI5NTI
Good Magazine – Issue 69
Aroha for Aotearoa by Nikki Birrell
The wild West Coast – Page 68
Dish Magazine – Issue 91 July/ August 2020
Pioneer Spirit by Maria Hoyle – Page 22
www.pressreader.com/australia/dish-9485/20200618/page/22
The Westport News – June 26 2020
Thirteen Appointed
Patsy Bass appointed to West Coast interim
Regional Leadership Skills Group (RLSG)
The West Coast Messenger – June 24 2020
Coaster behind the Reefton still - Page 2
issuu.com/westcoastmessenger/docs/west_coast_messenger_24_june_2020
Toast Magazine – Issue 15 Winter 2020
Little Wonder by Nikki Birrell
www.liquorland.co.nz/toast/#view=catalogue2&saleId=11281&page=19
and
toastmag.co.nz/spirits/little-wonder/
NZ House & Garden – June 1 2020
Imbibe
Drinks – West Coast Winners Page 151
fairfaxmagazines.pressreader.com/nz-house-garden
Restaurant & Café – May 28 2020
Strengthening the future at Reefton Distilling Co.
restaurantandcafe.co.nz/strengthening-the-future-at-reefton-distilling-co
The Westport News – May 28 2020
New Board Members
Local and Regional News Page 3
Voxy – May 27 2020
Business
Strengthening the future, Reefton Distilling Co. welcomes three new Board members
www.voxy.co.nz/business/5/365787
Daily Encourager – May 11 2020
Business and Innovation, Courage and initiative, Creativity, Science and Technology
Reefton Distilling Co. adopts hands on approach – by Rosemary McLennan
dailyencourager.co.nz/reefton-distilling-co-adopts-hands-on-approach
NZBusiness – May 7 2020
News, Inspiration
Reefton Distilling tries its hand at sanitiser
nzbusiness.co.nz/news-items/reefton-distilling-tries-its-hand-sanitiser
The Westport News – May 7 2020
Reefton Distilling buys new premises – by Raquel Joseph
Local and Regional News Page 3
Fenec and Friends – April 30 2020
Delivery Guide, Eat
We’re Sipping Gin
fennecandfriends.com/were-sipping-gin
Restaurant & Café – April 20 2020
On Trend Review of all Wild Rain Vodka and Reefton Distilling Co. Liqueurs
– Pg 35
Otago Daily Times – April 14 2020
Distiller starts producing hand sanitiser to help meet need - by Viv Logie
www.odt.co.nz/business/distiller-starts-producing-hand-sanitiser-help-meet-need
Greymouth Star – April 14 2020
Distiller starts producing hand sanitiser to help meet need
The Westport News – April 9 2020
Reefton Distillery wins more awards
The Westport News – April 8 2020
Reefton Distillery picks up sanitiser slack
Weekend Herald Canvas Magazine – April 4 2020
The Saturday Brew – by Monique Barden
Monique Barden reviews Little Biddy Gin – Classic
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/weekend-herald-canvas/20200404/281513638261467
Magic Talk Rural Today – April 3 2020
Good News on the West Coast - Patsy Bass talks to Dominic George
HSBC World Magazine – Autumn 2020
Ginsanity - by Tom Hyde
Review of Little Biddy Gin – Classic (Pg 82)
hopepublishing.co.nz/world.html
Latitude Magazine – Facebook April 1 2020
Fantastic news for a local company doing great things on the world stage!
www.facebook.com/LatitudeMag/posts/2982652125090157?__tn__=-R
Restaurant & Café Magazine – April 1 2020
International award raises spirits
restaurantandcafe.co.nz/international-award-raises-spirits
Voxy – March 31 2020
International awards raise NZ Spirits – Reefton Distilling Co.
www.voxy.co.nz/business/5/361696
Stuff – March 14 2020
Ten of the best small New Zealand towns - by Lorna Thornber www.stuff.co.nz/travel/back-your-backyard/120245205/ten-of-the-best-small-new-zealand-towns
Sunday Star Times – March 8 2020
From bust to bloom – by Stu Hunt Pg 22 & 23
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/sunday-star-times/20200308/page/22/textview
And Stuff – online platform
Once reliant on gold and coal, now Reefton is striking out on its own - by Stu Hunt
www.stuff.co.nz/travel/destinations/nz/118840785/once-reliant-on-gold-and-coal-now-reefton-is-striking-out-on-its-own
The Westport News – March 5 2020
Reefton Distilling raises $3.2m
Voxy – March 3 2020
Reefton Distilling Co. fast tracks plans for expansion
www.voxy.co.nz/business/5/359503
The Westport News – February 25 2020
Reefton Distilling achieves $2m target
Restaurant & Café – February 23 2020
On Trend
Review of all four Little Biddy Gins – Pg 16
Stuff – February 21 2020
Reefton Distilling Co reaches $2m investment target – by Joanne Carroll
www.stuff.co.nz/business/119723471/reefton-distilling-co-reaches-2m-investment-target
Voxy – February 21 2020
Successful capital raise accelerates distillery’s plans for expansion
www.voxy.co.nz/business/5/358757
Restaurant & Café – February 2020
Liquor & Beverage News
Industry expert joins growing craft distillery
restaurantandcafe.co.nz/industry-expert-joins-growing-craft-distillery/
The Westport News – February 18 2020
Reefton Distilling appoints new board member
Voxy – February 17 2020
Industry expert Carl Carrington joins Reefton Advisory Board
www.voxy.co.nz/business/5/358398
RNZ The Panel, Friday Mailbag – February 14 2020
www.rnz.co.nz/audio/player?audio_id=2018734212
Reference to ‘Regions leading their own growth’
begins approx 1:27 in, through to, 2:09.
The Westport News – February 12 2020
Distillery raises $1.2m so far – Lee Scanlon
Voxy – February 11 2020
Reefton Distilling Investment Offer opens, 800 expressions of interest
www.voxy.co.nz/business/5/357998
Drinksbiz - February/ March 2020
Pure of Spirit – Vodka Report
Page 56
Reefton Wild Rain Vodka
www.drinksbiz.co.nz/february-march-2020
Latitude – February 1 2020
Showcase – In Detail
Crafters of Untamed Spirits
Pg 177
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/latitude-magazine/textview
Restaurant & Café Magazine – February 2020
Distilled to perfection and poised for growth
Industry, liquor and beverage, news
restaurantandcafe.co.nz/distilled-to-perfection-and-poised-for-growth/
Magic Talk Rural Today – January 30 2020
Good times keep getting better at Reefton Distilling Co. on the West Coast
Dominic George talks to Patsy Bass about what is happening with Little Biddy Gin
Interview begins 17:21 into programme & ends 23:10
omny.fm/shows/magic/magic-talk-catch-up-05-30-january-2020
Otago Daily Times – January 29 2020
Reefton spirits firm looks to raise 3.5m – by Aimee Shaw
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/otago-daily-times/20200129/281887300282787
NZBusiness - January 29 2020
Reefton Distilling Co. plans for expansion
nzbusiness.co.nz/news-items/reefton-distilling-co-plans-expansion
The Westport News – January 29 2020
Distillery seeks $3.5m to expand - by Lee Scanlon, Raquel Joseph
Voxy – January 28 2020
Business - Producers of ‘Little Biddy’ unveil plans for expansion
www.voxy.co.nz/business/5/357122
NZ Herald - January 28 2020
Reefton Distilling Co seeks $3.5 million in capital to foot export by Aimee Shaw
www.nzherald.co.nz/business/news/article.cfm?c_id=3&objectid=12303676
Kiwi -Tripsters – the inside word on all things travel - January 15 2020
Chris Lynch & Mike Yardley talk up Reefton and its emergence as a ‘provincial tourism rock star’
Feature on Reefton & Reefton Distilling Co. begins 19:29 into the podcast & ends 25:40
Stitcher
www.stitcher.com/podcast/kiwi-tripsters/e/66603244?autoplay=true
Spotify
open.spotify.com/show/4TMNVrTZKiDAMmCGuIuUN4
Apple Podcasts
kiwitripsters.co.nz/podcast/episode-7-tombstone-tourism/
2019
NZ Herald 31 December 2019Worth a detour: Where To go in the South Island
Buller – 1. Reefton Distilling Co. 10, Smith Street, Reefton
www.nzherald.co.nz/travel/news/article.cfm?c_id=7&objectid=12295080
Maketi News – Tonga 30 December 2019
ABC Australia – Griff’s Great Kiwi Road Trip 23 December 2019
Get Some Number 8 Wire
Griff Rhys Jones' North to South journey of New Zealand's back roads sees him arrive in Reefton where he joins Reefton Distilling Co. ambassadors Nigel and Steffan MacKay as they gather botanicals, take a tour in the Model A Ford and pay their respects to West Coast legend Bridget Goodwin.
New Zealand Trade & Enterprise Website December
Investing in the West Coast / Te Tai Poutini
Regional Success Stories – Reefton Distilling Co.
investnewzealand.nz/page/west-coast
Go Travel – Summer 2019
Reefton – Activities and Attractions
Explore a modern distillery at the forefront of spirit production
A pioneer’s spirit - paying homage to Little Biddy a pipe smoking, gin toting, 4ft tall female gold prospector (Pg 110)
publications.waterfordpress.co.nz/go-travel/110/
Reefton 150 years in the making (pg. 108 to 113 inclusive).
publications.waterfordpress.co.nz/go-travel/106/.
DrinksBiz – December 2019 - January 2020
Reefton Distilling releases aged gin and launches in duty free
Pg 82
www.drinksbiz.co.nz/december-2019-january-2020
Latitude – Issue 68 Dec - Jan 2020
From a history of gold to silver and bronze by Lucinda Diack
Sam’s Summer Fruits Entertaining Menu
NZBusiness – December 2019
BOOMTOWN REVIVAL The metamorphosis of a mining community by Glenn Baker
Page 24
nzbusiness.co.nz/article/boomtown-revival-metamorphosis-mining-community
NZ Life & Leisure - The Insider’s Guide to New Zealand
A COLLECTORS ANNUAL 2020 – on sale November 25 2019
Buller Region
Something Special to Drink
Reefton Distilling Co.
Pg 116
Worth a Detour SI by Peter Janssen
Hidden places and unusual destinations off the beaten track
Buller
No 21 Reefton Distillery
Pg 66
Prime Planet: Griff’s Great Kiwi Road Trip – November 24 2019
Griff Rhys Jones joins Reefton Distilling Co. ambassadors Nigel and Steffan MacKay as they gather botanicals, take a tour in the Model A Ford and pay their respects to West Coast legend Bridget Goodwin
1Newsnow – November 23 2019
West Coast distillery taps into locally sourced botanicals
www.tvnz.co.nz/one-news/new-zealand/west-coast-distillery-taps-into-locally-sourced-botanicals
RNZ Country Life – November 22 2019
The West Coast Town in Good Spirits
- RNZ Business and Rural
- www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/countrylife/audio/2018723692/the-west-coast-town-in-good-spirits
- RNZ Facebook
www.facebook.com/RadioNewZealand/posts/10157112417263731 - Apple podcast
podcasts.apple.com/ag/podcast/the-west-coast-town-in-good-spirits/id208010659?i=1000457512330
NZ House & Garden – November 18 2019 issue No. 304 December 2019
That’s the Spirit
Imbibe – Page 150
MiNDFOOD – Christmas Cookbook/ December issue – on Sale November 2019
The Festive Spirit
Raise a Glass - Page 070
Restaurant & Cafe – November 18 2019
A Special Gin
Liquor and Beverage, News
www.restaurantandcafe.co.nz/a-special-gin-offering/
Kia Ora – November 2019
Still Life
Business Briefs – Page 100
NZ House & Garden – November 2019 No. 303
Cocktail Hour
Shop Window – The latest shopping news from around the country
Magic Talk Rural Today – October 29 2019
Dominic George talks to Patsy Bass about New Zealand’s most exclusive gin
Begins 18:07 into programme Ends 25:30
www.listennotes.com/podcasts/rural-today-catch-up/rural-today-catch-up-29-10-1nGUPrT_sW8/
Air New Zealand Website – October 25 2019
West Coast in 10 days
Day 2 Reefton
www.airnewzealand.co.nz/destination-hokitika-west-coast-itinerary
Food and Drink adventures on the West Coast
A distillation of happiness
www.airnewzealand.co.nz/destination-hokitika-restaurants
Greymouth Star – October 24 2019
Limited release Reefton gin unveiled
Voxy – October 23 2019
Lifestyle - Reefton Distilling Co. launch their first limited release with Little Biddy – Cask Aged Gin
www.voxy.co.nz/lifestyle/5/350749
DrinksBiz – _October 10 2019
Gin is in - Pages 66-67 Report on Little Biddy Gins
www.drinksbiz.co.nz/october-november-2019
Voxy – October 8 2019
Little Biddy Gin débuts in Aelia Duty Free stores
www.voxy.co.nz/lifestyle/5/349672
The Westport News – October 8 2019
Cookies, Soap, Spirits? It’s all hard work - by Lee Scanlon
West Coast Messenger – October 2 2019
A toast for Reefton success
issuu.com/westcoastmessenger/docs/west_coast_messenger_2_october_2019
Latitude – Oct/ Nov Issue 67 – October 1 2019
In Detail – Page 183
Spirits of Reefton
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/latitude-magazine/20191001/page/183
ODT/ Star News – September 30 2019
Lifestyle
The biggest show ever at the Women's Lifestyle Expo
www.odt.co.nz/star-news/star-lifestyle/biggest-show-ever-womens-lifestyle-expo
The Daily Encourager – September 23 2019
Business and Innovation • Celebrate and honour
The town that raised a distillery by Wayne Graham
dailyencourager.co.nz/the-town-that-raised-a-distillery
NZBusiness Magazine – September 18 2019
Events
Reefton Distilling Co. celebrates first birthday
nzbusiness.co.nz/news-items/reefton-distilling-co-celebrates-first-birthday
The Westport News – September 18 2019
Distilling company’s first year success by Teresa Smith
Dish Magazine – Issue 85 August – September 2019
Meet the Producers – by Maria Hoyle
www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/dish/20190715/281522227637314
Motorhome Lifestyle Travel Magazine – August 19 2019
West Coast Camping - Waiuta Ghost Town and Reefton NZ
Travel Blog
RV Travel Lifestyle Magazine – Issue 77 July-Aug 2019
In Good Spirits – by Sheryl Bainbridge
NZ Today – No. 86 June - July 2019
In Good Spirits – by Sheryl Bainbridge
www.nztoday.co.nz/in-good-spirits/
Kia Ora – June 2019
Culture Food news – EAT, DRINK, COOK Fresh news from the New Zealand cuisine scene – by Shelley Howells
West Coast Spirit
Latitude – Jun/Jul 19 Issue 65
Snippets – bite size pieces celebrating local happenings, events and news
Untamed Spirits
Wild Tomato – June 2019 Issue 155
Gin and a business tonic – by Sophie Preece
issuu.com/wildtomato/docs/wt_issue155_june19/01?e=13956096/70109515
The Project TV3 – 24 May 2019
The Whip – Wellington
NZ Life & Leisure – May/June 19 Issue 85
Drinking Habits/ Reefton Distilling Co
Spirits of Reefton – by Lucy Cory
thisnzlife.co.nz/boutique-distillery-owner-patsy-bass-returns-to-reefton-for-a-shot-at-artisan-gin-with-a-historical-twist/
NZ House & Garden – May 2019 No. 297
Imbibe – Bridie Chetwin-Kelly explores the rising popularity of gin and its new sophisticated varieties…
Go Travel New Zealand – Autumn 2019
Colours of the West Coast
publications.waterfordpress.co.nz/go-travel-autumn-19/174/
NZ Export and Trade Handbook – April 10 2019
International awards for Reefton Distilling Co.
exportandtrade.co.nz/news/international-awards-reefton-distilling-company
Exporter Today – April 10 2019
International awards for Reefton Distilling Co.
exportertoday.co.nz/news/international-awards-reefton-distilling-company
Voxy – April 10 2019
Reefton Distilling Co.’s Little Biddy Gins achieve Silver and Bronze at San Fran World Spirits comp
www.voxy.co.nz/business/5/336076
The Westport News – April 10 2019
Reefton Spirits win international awards by Teresa Smith
Greymouth Star – April 10 2019
Reefton gins win medals in San Francisco
Restaurant & Café Magazine – April 2019, Vol 12 Issue 4
Gin Feature – The Craft Explosion
Top Drops – Little Biddy Gold Label
Your Weekend - Stuff – March 23 2019
It’s a good time to drink Gin by Laura Macfehin
www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/food-wine/drinks/111363152/its-a-good-time-to-drink-gin
Otago Daily Times (ODT) – March 11 2019
Newstalk ZB Jack Tame – Feb 8 2019
The Ashburton Guardian – February 4 2019
Mining its own Rich History by Mike Yardley
West Coast Messenger – February 6 2019
Reefton distillery proving popular
issuu.com/westcoastmessenger/docs/west_coast_messenger_6_february_201
For the Love of Travel – January/ February 2019
The renaissance of Reefton by Mike Yardley
fortheloveoftravel.net.nz/reeftons-renaissance/
Star Kiwi – January 28 2019
Under-rated Reefton ‘mountain biking mecca’ by Mike Yardley
NZ Herald – January 28 2019
The Aucklander – January 28 2019
Hamilton News – January 28 2019
Northern Advocate – January 28 2019
Manawatu Guardian – January 28 2019
Kapiti News – January 28 2019
Rotorua Daily Post – January 28 2019
Whanganui Chronicle – January 28 2019
Bay of Plenty Times – January 28 2019
Hawkes Bay Today – January 28 2019
Stratford Press – January 28 2019
Rare wonders of Reefton by Mike Yardley
NZBusiness Magazine – February issue – January 17 2019
Crafting untamed spirits by Glenn Baker
nzbusiness.co.nz/article/crafting-untamed-spirits
2018
Stuff – December 31 2018
Remote West Coast lures businesses with its high-speed internet and affordable houses by Joanne Carroll
www.stuff.co.nz/business/109510478/entrepreneurs-and-businesses-see-benefits-of-working-on-the-west-coast
Daily Encourager – December 14 2018
New Reefton Distillery Taps into rich vein by Wayne Graham
dailyencourager.co.nz/new-reefton-distillery-taps-into-rich-vein/
Drinks Biz – December/ January issue – December 10 2018
Pg 80 - Reefton Distillery opens its doors by Victoria Wells
www.drinksbiz.co.nz/october-november-2018-1/
New Zealand Herald – West Coast Promotional Pull Out - December 5 2018
Pg 10 - Reefton Distilling Co. Turning Pure West Coast Rainwater into Gin
MBIE/ West Coast Tourism
Sounds Good – Summer Issue December 1 2018
Bottling the West Coast Spirit by Juliet Carter
pages 26, 27, 29, 29 + 30.
issuu.com/sounds-good/docs/soundsgood_magazine_summer_1819_fa_
Stuff –October 20 2018
New people, tourists and businesses are flocking to Reefton by Joanne Carroll
www.stuff.co.nz/national/107924526/New-people-tourists-and-businesses-are-flocking-to-Reefton
Channel 39 Southern TV – October 19 2018
Reefton Distillery opens its doors to the public
www.channel39.co.nz/news/reefton-distillery-opens-its-doors-public
NZBusiness Magazine – October 18 2018
Crafters of Untamed Spirits open doors
nzbusiness.co.nz/news-items/crafters-untamed-spirits-open-doors
Stuff – October 18 2018
Reefton visitors embrace the spirit of distillery’s opening day by Chris Hutching
www.stuff.co.nz/business/107931967/reefton-visitors-embrace-the-spirit-of-distillerys-opening-day
Greymouth Star – October 17 2018
Video
www.greystar.co.nz/video/reefton-distillery/
New Zealand Herald – October 7 2018
Small Business: Bringing people into small town New Zealand - Reefton Distilling Co by Aimee Shaw
www.nzherald.co.nz/business/news/article.cfm?c_id=3&objectid=12135373
NZ Business – September 14 2018
‘Water of life’ coming to Reefton
nzbusiness.co.nz/article/%E2%80%98water-life%E2%80%99-coming-reefton
Voxy – September 12 2018
Reefton Distilling Co. gears up to open new distillery
www.voxy.co.nz/business/5/320741
West Coast Messenger - June 13 2018
Pg 11 - Reeftons Vintage spirit by Claire Ward
issuu.com/westcoastmessenger/docs/west_coast_messenger_13_june_2018
RNZ Checkpoint - March 20 2018
From mining gold to liquid gold - Reefton distillery to open - from Checkpoint
www.radionz.co.nz/national/programmes/checkpoint/audio/2018636940/from-mining-gold-to-liquid-gold-reefton-distillery-to-open
Stuff – February 5 2018
Reefton distillery raises more than $1m to help create up to 50 jobs by Amanda Cropp
www.stuff.co.nz/business/101172899/reefton-distillery-raises-more-than-1m-to-help-create-up-to-50-jobs
MSC Newswire – February 5 2018
Successful capital raise for Reefton Distilling Co.
www.mscnewswire.co.nz/news-sectors/industry-talk/item/8421-successful-capital-raise-for-reefton-distilling-co.html
National Business Review – February 5 2018
West Coast startup in high spirits after crowdfunding campaign by Dane Ambler
www.nbr.co.nz/tags/reefton-distilling-co
MSC Newswire – January 31 2018
Rebuilding the West Coast one drop (dram) at a time!
www.mscnewswire.co.nz/the-msc-network/item/8333-rebuilding-the-west-coast-one-drop-dram-at-a-time.html