Blush Merchants
Blush Merchants

Blush Merchants

Auckland, Auckland City

About

Blush Merchants is an Auckland-based boutique distillery creating vibrant, fruit-infused gins and modern spirits with a New Zealand twist.

Based in Auckland, Blush Merchants is known for its handcrafted, triple-distilled gins that bring colour and flavour to the New Zealand spirits scene. Their flagship Blush Gin was New Zealand’s first pink gin - a rhubarb-infused creation that quickly became a favourite for its natural colour and vibrant flavour.

Since then, the range has expanded to include other bold expressions such as boysenberry, alongside new brands like Weekender Gin and Russell Rum. Blush continues to champion premium spirits that are approachable, flavourful, and fun. A standout at festivals, Blush Merchants is a Gindulgence favourite, delighting fans with their colourful bottles and crowd-pleasing pours.

Details

Region Auckland City, Auckland
Address Auckland
Has Cellar Door? No
Has Distillery Tours? No
Website blushmerchants.co.nz/

Blush Boysenberry Gin

Not yet reviewed

A rich, small-batch New Zealand gin infused with vibrant boysenberries, offering bold berry flavour with a smooth finish.

Category Flavoured Gin
ABV % 37.5%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls, 250mls
Price % $95.00, $40.00
Botanicals Used Boysenberries, juniper, citrus, sweet berry richness, smooth finish, natural sediment
Recommended Mixers

Tonic, soda water, lemonade

Recommended Garnishers

Fresh boysenberries, mint sprig, citrus slice

Not yet reviewed

A zesty New Zealand gin infused with citrus and a hint of rhubarb, delivering a crisp, cloudy summer sipper.

Category Flavoured Gin
ABV % 41.09%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls, 250mls
Price % $95.00, $40.00
Botanicals Used Citrus fruit blend, rhubarb, juniper, naturally cloudy, fresh and zesty finish
Recommended Mixers

Premium Indian Tonic, soda water, citrus soda

Recommended Garnishers

Lemon slice, orange twist, mint sprig

Not yet reviewed

New Zealand’s original pink gin, infused with hand-pressed rhubarb for a naturally vibrant colour and delicately sweet tartness.

Category Flavoured Gin
ABV % 37.5%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls, 250mls
Price % $95.00, $40.00
Botanicals Used Hand-pressed rhubarb, juniper, citrus, soft spice, sweet tartness, smooth finish
Recommended Mixers

Aromatic Tonic, soda water, rose lemonade

Recommended Garnishers

Rhubarb ribbon, lemon twist, edible flowers

Weekender Classic Gin

Not yet reviewed

A smooth, savoury-spiced gin with citrus highlights, perfect for everyday sipping or weekend gatherings.

Category Classic Dry
ABV % 41%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls
Price % $75.00
Botanicals Used Juniper, savoury spice, citrus peel, smooth finish, balanced character
Recommended Mixers

Tonic Water, soda water, lemon tonic

Recommended Garnishers

Lemon twist, rosemary sprig, pink peppercorns

Weekender Lemon Gin

Not yet reviewed

A zesty, refreshing gin with bright lemon notes and a hint of spice - crafted for summer sipping.

Category Flavoured Gin
ABV % 41%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls
Price % $75.00
Botanicals Used Lemon zest, juniper, light spice, bright citrus, crisp and refreshing finish
Recommended Mixers

Tonic Water, lemon soda, soda water

Recommended Garnishers

Lemon slice, thyme sprig, grapefruit peel

Weekender Orange Gin

Not yet reviewed

A citrus-forward New Zealand gin bursting with orange zest and warm spice, perfect for sunset sipping.

Category Flavoured Gin
ABV % 41%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls
Price % $75.00
Botanicals Used Orange zest, juniper, soft spice, bright citrus, smooth finish
Recommended Mixers

Indian Tonic, soda water, blood orange soda

Recommended Garnishers

Orange wheel, cinnamon stick, thyme sprig

Weekender Peach Gin

Not yet reviewed

A juicy and smooth New Zealand gin infused with ripe peaches and a cheeky floral twist — the ultimate taste of Kiwi summer.

Category Flavoured Gin
ABV % 41%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls
Price % $75.00
Botanicals Used Ripe peach, floral notes, juniper, light spice, smooth and juicy finish
Recommended Mixers

Indian Tonic, soda water, peach iced tea

Recommended Garnishers

Peach wedge, mint sprig, lemon twist

Russell Black Strap Rum

Not yet reviewed

A bold, spice-driven New Zealand rum made with blackstrap molasses and a secret botanical blend.

Category Spiced Rum
ABV % 40%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls, 250mls
Price % $80.00, $40.00
Botanicals Used Blackstrap molasses, vanilla, dark chocolate, citrus, warming spice, smooth and bold finish
Recommended Mixers

Distillers Cola, ginger beer, orange soda

Recommended Garnishers

Orange slice, cinnamon stick, star anise

Russell Spiced Rum

Not yet reviewed

A smooth, spiced New Zealand rum crafted with Caribbean oak-aged rum and infused with local botanicals.

Category Spiced Rum
ABV % 40%
Bottle Size/s: 700mls, 250mls
Price % $80.00, $40.00
Botanicals Used Oak-aged Caribbean rum, vanilla, caramel, citrus, nutmeg, clove, smooth finish
Recommended Mixers

Ginger Beer, cola, spiced apple soda

Recommended Garnishers

Orange slice, cinnamon stick, nutmeg dust