Brewery & Distillery Waikouro

From the comfort of our bar 'The Dramery' discover with your guide our unique Gins and the process behind making them here on farm, on a flavour journey across Southland from Ocean, Plains and Mountain, five tasting flight of gin all the way from Seed to Sip.



* this is a shared public experience limited to our tasting room 'The Dramery', for the opportunity to explore the farm and distillery outdoors with your guide please choose one of the Seed-to-Sip Experiences


Every visit gives a little back to the farm. For every guest who joins us, $5 goes towards the protection and enhancement of The Boohai, our spring-fed wetland here on the Auld family farm, helping with fencing, native planting and its ongoing care for future generations.

Embark on a guided journey through the heart of Southland’s grain-growing country with the Auld Farm Distillery Seed-to-Sip Tour. This immersive experience invites you to explore the rich heritage and innovative spirit of one of New Zealand’s premier distilleries.


As you step onto the Auld Farm, you’ll be greeted by the sweeping vistas of the lush Southland plains. The tour begins with the history of the farm where the story of our Whisky and Gin starts. Here, you’ll learn about the meticulous process of selecting the finest grains, cultivated with care and precision to ensure the highest quality for our spirits.


Inside the distillery, witness the alchemy of distillation as you observe the transformation from grain to glass. The air is rich with the aroma of maturing whisky, and you’ll have the opportunity to sample various stages of the ageing process. Discover the subtleties that each cask imparts on the spirit, from the intricacies of the different grains to the sweet notes of bourbon barrels.


The highlight of the tour is the Seed-to-Sip tasting session, where you’ll indulge in a curated selection of Auld’s finest spirits. Each sip tells a story of tradition and innovation, a testament to the distillery’s commitment to crafting a truly unique New Zealand whisky.


As the tour concludes, you’ll have a deeper appreciation for the journey from seed to sip—a journey that encapsulates the spirit of exploration and the relentless pursuit of perfection.


This is more than just a tour; it’s an invitation to become part of Auld Farm Distillery’s ongoing adventure in the world of whisky.


* this is a shared public experience, for a private experience booking, or a larger group please choose Private Seed-to-Sip Experience


Every visit gives a little back to the farm. For every guest who joins us, $5 goes towards the protection and enhancement of The Boohai, our spring-fed wetland here on the Auld family farm, helping with fencing, native planting and its ongoing care for future generations.

Have your own group booking with the Auld Farm Distillery Private Seed-to-Sip Tour. This immersive experience invites you to explore the rich heritage and innovative spirit of one of New Zealand’s premier distilleries. Local group discounts available, enquire below


As you step onto the Auld Farm, you’ll be greeted by the sweeping vistas of the lush Southland plains. The tour begins with the history of the farm where the story of our Whisky and Gin starts. Here, you’ll learn about the meticulous process of selecting the finest grains, cultivated with care and precision to ensure the highest quality for our spirits.


Inside the distillery, witness the alchemy of distillation as you observe the transformation from grain to glass. The air is rich with the aroma of maturing whisky, and you’ll have the opportunity to sample various stages of the ageing process. Discover the subtleties that each cask imparts on the spirit, from the intricacies of the different grains to the sweet notes of bourbon barrels.


The highlight of the tour is the Seed-to-Sip tasting session, where you’ll indulge in a curated selection of Auld’s finest spirits. Each sip tells a story of tradition and innovation, a testament to the distillery’s commitment to crafting a truly unique New Zealand whisky.


As the tour concludes, you’ll have a deeper appreciation for the journey from seed to sip—a journey that encapsulates the spirit of exploration and the relentless pursuit of perfection.


This is more than just a tour; it’s an invitation to become part of Auld Farm Distillery’s ongoing adventure in the world of whisky.


LOCALS - Are you from Southland looking for a group tour for that Christmas Party or Work Do, Discover the magic of Auld Farm Distillery with our exclusive Seed-to-Sip Locals Discount! As a token of our appreciation for all the support we receive from the Southland community, we’re offering a special locals discount on our Private Seed-to-Sip distillery tours, for locals group pricing please click here Locals and please let us know your numbers and date :-)


Every visit gives a little back to the farm. For every guest who joins us, $5 goes towards the protection and enhancement of The Boohai, our spring-fed wetland here on the Auld family farm, helping with fencing, native planting and its ongoing care for future generations.

Your Private Founders Experience begins in The Dramery with a welcome drink and time to settle in before going deeper into the story behind Auld Farm Distillery.
Discover the history of the Auld family and farm, how the land has evolved over generations, and why Rob and Toni chose to add value to the grain grown here by building a distillery on the family farm. It is a story shaped by a desire to give the farm the opportunity to remain in the family for another 100 years, while giving the next generation the freedom to farm or follow their own path.
From there, follow the journey from grain to glass. Explore the grains we grow and how they are milled, step inside the distillery to see how they become spirit, then discover how maturation, casks and bottling complete the journey.
Your experience finishes back in The Dramery with an extended guided tasting and plenty of time for questions and conversation.
Reserved exclusively for you and those you're travelling with, the private format gives us more time and flexibility to follow the parts of the Auld story that interest you most.
To remember your visit, your experience also includes a bottle of Auld whisky from our current range to take home.
Rob and Toni are very much part of daily life on the farm and distillery and may join you along the way when they are around. Founder participation is not guaranteed with this experience.
Every visit gives a little back to the farm. For every guest who joins us, $5 goes towards the protection and enhancement of The Boohai, our spring-fed wetland here on the Auld family farm, helping with fencing, native planting and its ongoing care for future generations.