Craft Spirits at Home that Rival Your Favourites
Discover the satisfying craft of home distilling. Our selection of premium spirit flavours makes it simple to create smooth, complex spirits that stand up to your favourite commercial brands. Whether you're new to home distilling or looking to expand your range, we provide everything you need to brew, distil, and create impressive drinks at home.
It’s easier than you think to make a rich whiskey, a fragrant gin, or a creamy liqueur that you’ll be proud to share.
Why Our Spirit Flavours Are a Great Choice:
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Authentic Taste: Achieve a finished product with a depth of flavour that rivals many commercial spirits.
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Simple to Use: The process is straightforward—simply mix with a neutral spirit for a consistently excellent result.
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Wide Selection: We offer an extensive range of flavours from the most trusted names in home distilling.
Quality Brands You Can Trust
We supply all the leading brands to help you create something great. Our brands include:
- Still Spirits
- Essencia
- Pure Distilling & Spirits Unlimited:
- Edwards Essences
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A Jamaican-style dark rum flavour with rich molasses sweetness, soft vanilla, and gentle warming spice. Rounded and approachable, with subtle caramel and spice notes that reflect a classic dark spiced rum profile without overpowering intensity.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Captain Morgan™ Dark Spiced Rum.
“From the Pirates Cove”
A classic Kentucky bourbon flavour featuring smooth caramel, light vanilla, and gentle oak. Clean and familiar, making it a reliable base for traditional bourbon-style drinks.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Jim Beam™.
“Beam me up Jim!”
Red Gum Port – Limited Batch Barrel Chunks
There’s a quiet corner of Western Australia where a handful of port barrels are built not from imported oak, but from local red gum — a timber as Australian as the dry earth itself. These casks are rare, used sparingly, and almost never released to the open market. When a tiny allocation becomes available, we grab it. This is one of those moments.
Our Red Gum Port chunks come from that fleeting supply. Once filled with fortified Australian port and left to rest through scorching summers and cool winters, the timber is now cut into home-brew-friendly pieces — ready to hand over every whisper of its past life.
The Scent of the Bush in a Glass
Red gum doesn’t taste or smell like traditional oak. It brings something older, softer, and deeply rooted. From the moment you open the bag, you’ll catch it: a mix of dark fruit leather, sun-baked earth, and a faint prickle of woodsmoke. In spirit, the chunks slowly unravel layers of:
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Jammy dark fruits — think dried muscatels, overripe figs, and black cherry compote, gifted by the port-soaked grain.
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Burnt toffee and brown sugar crust — a rounded sweetness that cushions the edges of young spirit without masking it.
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A breath of native spice — less European baking spice, more like lemon myrtle, wattleseed coffee, and a distant hum of pepper leaf.
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Low, ancient earth — the unmistakable scent of red dirt after light rain; a savoury, grounding note that anchors everything else.
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Colour like an outback sunset — deep garnet, mahogany, and flashes of tawny amber develop quickly, turning heads before the first sip.
Where It Belongs
While these chunks play nicely with many spirits, two paths really let them shine:
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Whiskies — the robust, cereal-forward character marries effortlessly with the dried-fruit sweetness and earthy depth.
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Clean neutral spirit — here the wood takes centre stage, transforming a blank canvas into a complex digestif reminiscent of a fine old tawny.
Don’t be afraid to drop a chunk into a dark rum or a home-brewed strong ale either. Small additions can spark remarkable results.
Guiding the Extraction
Forget rigid rules. Think of this as a rhythm:
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Start gentle. Place roughly 100 grams of chunks per litre of spirit into a clean glass vessel. You can always add more later, but you can’t take the flavour back out.
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Visit often. Beginning around day three, pour yourself the smallest taste every day or two. Swirl, sniff, sip. Notice how the sharp edges soften and new notes emerge — sometimes a sudden wave of chocolate and prune, other times a quiet leathery calm.
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Listen to your liquid. There is no “correct” age here. One batch might hit perfection at 10 days, another at three weeks. The moment it feels round, expressive, and complete to you — stop. Strain or remove the wood.
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Rest and enjoy. Let the naked spirit rest for a few days to settle, then bottle. Pour with pride.
A Fleeting Offering
Because these barrels aren’t made by the thousands, our stock of Red Gum Port chunks turns over fast and rarely repeats exactly. Each pack is a snapshot of a specific cask, a specific season, a disappearing craft.
When they’re listed, they’re live. When they’re gone, they’re memory. Don’t let this one become a story you almost tasted.
A traditional London dry gin flavour built around bold juniper, subtle citrus peel, and restrained botanical notes. Crisp and classic in style.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Beefeater™ Gin.
“You won’t have any beef with this gin”
Our take on the iconic cocktail that blends vodka, rum, gin, tequila, triple sec together with a splash of cola & lemon juice. Offering a surprisingly sweet & zesty tasting experience, this is perfect for mixing with lemonade or soda water, or adding into cocktails for a unique twist.
Mixing Instructions:
Add contents to 750ml of 40% vodka or spirit and mix well.
Makes 1.125L of 27% ABV premium liqueur.
A smooth, wheated-style bourbon flavour with softer spice, rich caramel, and creamy vanilla notes. Less sharp than traditional rye-heavy bourbons, with a rounded, premium mouthfeel.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Maker’s Mark™.
“Mark’s Favourite”
A rich and smooth coffee liqueur characterised by a strong roasted coffee bean flavour, supported with a back note of vanilla. Perfect for adding a shot to a cup of coffee, or for use in cocktails such as the Espresso Martini or White Russian.
Mixing Instructions:
Add contents to 550ml 40% vodka or spirit and 200ml of water. Mix well.
Makes 1.125L of 20% ABV premium liqueur.
A clean & vibrant liqueur bursting with the flavour of fresh melons, supported with sweet & fruity notes. A popular choice for cocktail enthusiasts or add a dash of soda for a fruity summer drink.
Mixing Instructions:
Add contents to 550ml 40% vodka or spirit and 200ml of water. Mix well.
Makes 1.125L of 20% ABV premium liqueur.
A traditional rum flavour built around rich molasses depth and classic sweetness. Simple and authentic, reflecting old-style rum profiles.
Try this flavour if you enjoy traditional small batch rums.
“Traditional Rum Flavour”
A familiar, clean vodka flavour with light grain notes and a smooth, neutral profile. Straightforward and versatile, suited to a wide range of classic vodka serves.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Smirnoff™.
Revolutionary no. 21
A bold, full-flavoured bourbon with heavier oak influence, deeper caramel sweetness, and a stronger finish. Designed for drinkers who prefer a more robust, assertive bourbon profile.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Cougar™ Bourbon.
“The Big Cat Bourbon”
A strong, traditional navy-style rum flavour with deep molasses notes and a firm, robust character. Bold and unmistakable, reflecting classic naval rum traditions.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Pusser’s™ Navy Rum.
“The Admirals Spirit”
A traditional anise-flavoured spirit profile with bold liquorice notes and a clean, aromatic character. Distinctive and true to classic Greek ouzo style.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Akropolis™ Ouzo.
“A Taste of Akropolis”
A sweet, nutty whiskey flavour combining roasted peanut character with a smooth whiskey base.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Sheep Dog™ Peanut Butter Whiskey.
“Whiskey With a Woof”
A tropical rum flavour with bright pineapple notes layered over a smooth rum base. Fresh and fruity, delivering a classic pineapple rum profile.
Try this flavour if you enjoy pineapple-flavoured rums.
“Tropical Sunshine”
A bright, berry-forward pink gin flavour with notes of raspberry, strawberry, and blackberry, finished with a gentle sweetness that softens the traditional dryness of gin.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Gordon’s™ Pink Gin or prefer a smoother, fruit-led gin style.
“Berry-licious Gin”
A fuller-bodied vodka flavour with subtle earthy notes typical of potato-based vodkas. The added weight and depth give this vodka a more substantial, farmhouse-style character.
Try this flavour if you enjoy traditional potato vodkas.
“Farmhouse Style”
Sweet marshmallows and raspberries are combined with rich notes of chocolate & peanut to create our take on the classic Australian Rocky Road. Enjoy it with milk, mix it into a hot chocolate, or add a sweet, chocolatey twist to your favourite cocktail.
Mixing Instructions:
Add contents to 550ml 40% vodka or spirit and 200ml of water. Mix well.
Makes 1.125L of 20% ABV premium liqueur.
Sourced from barrels that have held Genuine Queensland Rum. These Rum barrel chunks will produce top quality Rum. Batch lots will contribute to product variation.
Directions for Use
Soak 100g per litre of spirit as a general guide and adjust to your personal taste.
- First Soaking: add 2.5 litres of spirit to 500g of Pure Distilling Bourbon Chunks and leave to soak for 6 - 8 days. Drain the spirit from the chunks and filter though a paper filter to remove any particles.
- Second Soaking: add a further 2.3 litres of spirit and soak for 10 - 24 days depending on taste. Drain and filter as per first soaking.
- Third Soaking: add a further 2.3 litres of spirit and soak for 5 - 6 weeks depending on taste. Drain and filter as per first soaking. This third soaking can be improved by adding a Kentucky Bourbon Flavouring.
A traditional Russian-style vodka flavour with a slightly fuller profile and subtle grain depth. Clean and assertive, reflecting a more robust, classic vodka character.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Russian Standard™.
“Mother Russia’s Standard”
Pure Distilling Silver Tequila has tones of agave, caramel, and fresh herbs in its flavour profile
Add to 2.2L of 38% and shake until
A clean, crisp silver-style tequila flavour with fresh agave notes and a dry, straightforward profile. Bright and traditional in character.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Jose Cuervo™ Especial Silver.
“Lick, Sip, Suck”
fully blended. Age for 7 days.
A smooth golden rum flavour with warming spice notes layered over light molasses sweetness. Balanced and approachable, delivering a classic spiced gold rum character.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Sailor Jerry™ Spiced Rum.
“Arghh! Aye Aye Captain!”
A crisp, clean vodka flavour with a refined profile and subtle sweetness, reflecting a modern Swedish-style vodka. Light and balanced with a clean finish.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Absolut™.
“Absolutely Superb”
Packed with vibrant raspberry flavour, this sweet liqueur delivers a bold, juicy taste with a smooth, candy-like finish. Inspired by a classic raspberry lolly, it is perfect for adding a sweet raspberry taste to cocktails, or add a splash of lemonade to make a delicious creaming soda!
Mixing Instructions:
Add contents to 550ml 40% vodka or spirit and 200ml of water. Mix well.
Makes 1.125L of 20% ABV premium liqueur.
A smooth Tennessee-style sour mash bourbon with soft oak, caramel sweetness, and subtle vanilla, shaped by charcoal mellowing for a cleaner, smoother profile. The sour mash character adds a gentle tang that works well with classic bourbon/whiskey mixers.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Jack Daniels™.
“True Spirit of Jack”
We’ve turned Australia’s favourite chocolate biscuit into a delicious liqueur! Rich and indulgent, this chocolate and biscuit-flavoured liqueur offers a smooth, creamy taste with a hint of caramel. Enjoy it with milk, mix it into a hot chocolate, or add a unique twist to your favourite cocktails.
Mixing Instructions:
Add contents to 550ml 40% vodka or spirit and 200ml of water. Mix well.
Makes 1.125L of 20% ABV premium liqueur.
Bright and zesty, this orange liqueur offers a perfect balance of sweet and citrusy flavours with a smooth, crisp finish. Ideal for classic cocktails, it adds a vibrant burst of citrus to margaritas, cosmopolitans, and more.
Mixing Instructions:
Add contents to 550ml 40% vodka or spirit and 200ml of water. Mix well.
Makes 1.125L of 20% ABV premium liqueur.
A rich, warming bourbon flavour with pronounced oak and caramel sweetness. The fuller profile is designed to stand up well in mixed bourbon-style drinks.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Wild Turkey™.
Sip! Don’t Gobble
Sourced from Port barrels that will age premium Tasmanian Whisky. These whisky barrel chunks will produce top quality bourbon. Batch lots will contribute to product variation.
Directions for Use
Soak 100g per litre of spirit as a general guide and adjust to your personal taste.
- First Soaking: add 2.5 litres of spirit to 500g of Pure Distilling Bourbon Chunks and leave to soak for 6 - 8 days. Drain the spirit from the chunks and filter though a paper filter to remove any particles.
- Second Soaking: add a further 2.3 litres of spirit and soak for 10 - 24 days depending on taste. Drain and filter as per first soaking.
- Third Soaking: add a further 2.3 litres of spirit and soak for 5 - 6 weeks depending on taste. Drain and filter as per first soaking. This third soaking can be improved by adding a Kentucky Bourbon Flavouring.
Sourced from Sherry barrels that will age premium Tasmanian Whisky. These whisky barrel chunks will produce top quality bourbon. Batch lots will contribute to product variation.
Directions for Use
Soak 100g per litre of spirit as a general guide and adjust to your personal taste.
- First Soaking: add 2.5 litres of spirit to 500g of Pure Distilling Bourbon Chunks and leave to soak for 6 - 8 days. Drain the spirit from the chunks and filter though a paper filter to remove any particles.
- Second Soaking: add a further 2.3 litres of spirit and soak for 10 - 24 days depending on taste. Drain and filter as per first soaking.
- Third Soaking: add a further 2.3 litres of spirit and soak for 5 - 6 weeks depending on taste. Drain and filter as per first soaking. This third soaking can be improved by adding a Kentucky Bourbon Flavouring.
Sourced from Tasmanian Whisky Barrels, these whisky barrel chunks will produce top quality bourbon. Batch lots will contribute to product variation.
Directions for Use
Soak 100g per litre of spirit as a general guide and adjust to your personal taste.
- First Soaking: add 2.5 litres of spirit to 500g of Pure Distilling Bourbon Chunks and leave to soak for 6 - 8 days. Drain the spirit from the chunks and filter though a paper filter to remove any particles.
- Second Soaking: add a further 2.3 litres of spirit and soak for 10 - 24 days depending on taste. Drain and filter as per first soaking.
- Third Soaking: add a further 2.3 litres of spirit and soak for 5 - 6 weeks depending on taste. Drain and filter as per first soaking. This third soaking can be improved by adding a Kentucky Bourbon Flavouring.
A clean, light white rum flavour with subtle sweetness and a fresh, neutral rum profile. Designed to reflect classic tropical white rums.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Bacardi™ White Rum.
“The White Rum of the Tropics”
A smooth bourbon flavour with noticeable woody oak character, balanced by caramel and light vanilla. Easy-drinking with a clean finish and subtle warmth.
Try this flavour if you enjoy Woodstock™.
Stock Up On This One
The Gold Medal Collection are our finest quality concentrates, handcrafted using traditional recipes and only the finest ingredients.
Made in the traditional manner of US corn whiskies, this bourbon matches the profile of the world’s largest producer.
Try this if you enjoy Jack Daniels™
A juicy refreshing Blood Orange flavoured Gin with a rich orange flavour and raspberry and strawberry overtones.
Ingredients: Water, Sugar, Natural Sweetener (951, 950), Colour (E122, E110, E102), Preservative (202, 211)
Manufactured in Auckland, NZ
50ml flavours 2.25 litres
Manufactured in Auckland, New Zealand
Botannix Citrus Gin has exceptional flavour and aroma. It is a blend of fruit extracts providing a zesty lemon and lime flavour on a light gin base of juniper, coriander and cardamon.
Ingredients: Natural Flavour, Colour, Water, Sugar, Preservative (202,211)
50ml flavours 2.25 litres
Manufactured in Auckland, New Zealand
