Hi, I’m Suzie – Your NZ Spirits Guide
From Gin Lovers to NZ Spirit Guide
NZ Spirit Guide is the only platform dedicated to listing and celebrating all New Zealand-made spirits. It’s the easiest way to discover and support local distilleries.
My journey began in 2021 with Gin Lovers, a subscription business created to share boutique New Zealand gins with fellow enthusiasts. But I quickly realised something was missing - there was no single place where you could explore all of New Zealand’s spirits in one spot.
That’s where NZ Spirit Guide was born - a platform dedicated to showcasing every gin, whisky, rum, vodka, and liqueur made in Aotearoa. My mission is simple: to make it easy for you to discover, learn about, and support our local distilleries.
I believe the best way to support local is by choosing Kiwi-made spirits over international brands, and I want to make that choice effortless for you. Whether you’re after expert reviews, tasting notes, or the story behind a distillery, NZ Spirit Guide brings it all together in one place.
I’m also the host of Tales from the Top Shelf, a radio show and podcast (available on Spotify & Apple Music) where I chat with distillers across the country to uncover their unique journeys and the craft behind their spirits.
If you’re passionate about quality spirits, curious to discover something new, or simply love supporting local, NZ Spirit Guide is here for you. Cheers to choosing Kiwi-made!