New ZealandLittle River Gin is a limited-edition New Zealand craft gin inspired by the valleys, coastline and native botanicals of the Little River region. Distilled in small batches and steeped three times with locally sourced and wild-foraged ingredients, this distinctive expression combines fresh herbal flavours with a remarkable natural colour transformation.
In the bottle, the gin displays a delicate pea-flower blue. When mixed with tonic, it transforms into a soft lavender hue, reflecting the colours of sunrise over nearby Birdling’s Flat.
Little River is known for its natural beauty, native vegetation and peaceful rural landscapes. For the creators of this gin, it is also a place filled with personal memories, family camping trips and a deep connection to nature.
The abundance of local botanicals growing throughout the valleys provided both inspiration and ingredients, resulting in a gin that reflects the character of the region.
The nearby coastline of Birdling’s Flat played an important role in shaping the identity of the gin.
Known for its dramatic scenery and ever-changing light, the area inspired the gin’s distinctive visual character. The colour transition from blue to lavender mirrors the soft tones often seen during sunrise along the Canterbury coastline.
Little River Gin combines carefully selected botanicals that showcase the diversity of the local landscape.
Key botanicals include:
Additional influences from chamomile, lemon thyme, rosemary and kānuka contribute further depth, freshness and complexity.
The botanicals are steeped three times during production, allowing their flavours and aromas to develop gradually while maintaining clarity and balance.
This process enhances the herbal and floral elements of the gin while preserving the delicate character of the ingredients.
On the nose, Little River Gin opens with bright herbal aromas supported by citrus and floral notes.
The palate delivers layers of lemon verbena, fresh herbs and subtle floral complexity. Chamomile and rosemary contribute depth, while lemon thyme provides freshness and lift.
The finish is smooth, clean and highly aromatic.
One of the most distinctive features of Little River Gin is its natural colour transformation.
The butterfly pea flower creates a vibrant blue colour in the bottle, which gradually shifts to a soft lavender shade when tonic is added. This visual effect makes the gin particularly memorable in a classic Gin & Tonic serve.
Like all Elsewhere releases, Little River Gin is produced in limited quantities with careful attention to detail.
The small-batch approach allows the natural characteristics of the botanicals to remain at the centre of the drinking experience while preserving the individuality of every release.
Little River Gin captures the spirit of a landscape where native plants, rolling valleys and rugged coastline come together.
Combining botanical freshness, colour-changing beauty and a strong connection to place, this unique gin offers a memorable expression of New Zealand craftsmanship.
Fresh, aromatic and visually striking, Little River Gin transforms both in flavour and appearance.
It is a celebration of nature, discovery and the remarkable landscapes that inspired its creation.
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