Our Story
Est. 2015 · Melbourne
Three mates.
One big idea.
Shane Reid, Rory Gration and Brad Parsons set out to make Australia's first certified organic gin not because it was easy, but because it was right. This is their story.
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How It Started
A decision to do things differently.
Antipodes Gin Co didn't begin with a business plan. It began with a question: what if an Australian gin could be made the right way from the very start? Organic ingredients, native botanicals, a genuinely low impact on the land and spirits good enough to stand on a world stage.
The three co-founders Shane, Rory and Brad shared a belief that sustainability and quality weren't trade-offs. That you could make something extraordinary without compromising on how it was made.
Being inspired by the Sunraysia region of Victoria and NSW, its sun-drenched citrus orchards, simple pleasures and the coming together of friends, the brand embodies Australia itself: wild, warm, and full of flavour.
Distilled in Melbourne on Wurundjeri country, every Antipodes bottle carries the essence of this ancient land and the native botanicals that grow on it Kakadu Plum, lemon myrtle, strawberry gum, aniseed myrtle and Tasmanian pepperberry.
The Founders
The people behind the bottle.
Co-Founder
Shane Reid
Shane's vision for an organic-first distillery was the catalyst that brought Antipodes to life. His commitment to quality and sustainability drives every decision, from botanical sourcing to how the bottles are designed.
Co-Founder
Rory Gration
Rory led the push to achieve Australia's first Certified Sustainable distillery status. His belief that a spirits company could be a genuine force for environmental good is woven into every aspect of the Antipodes story.
Co-Founder
Brad Parsons
Brad brings the craft focus that makes Antipodes spirits genuinely exceptional. From separate botanical distillations to the decision not to chill filter, his passion for doing things properly is tasted in every sip.
The Journey
A decade of firsts.
Australia's First Certified Organic Gin
Antipodes Original Gin launches. Australia's first certified organic gin. The Plant-A-Tree Program begins simultaneously, planting the first of what would become more than 11,800 trees.
Pink Gin & Vodka — More Australian Firsts
Australia's first certified organic and carbon neutral Pink Gin joins the range, followed by Australia's first certified organic Vodka. The range begins to take shape as a serious, multi-expression portfolio.
The Barrel Aged Collection
A partnership with Lark Hill Winery and Tamburlaine Wines yields three barrel aged expressions, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Shiraz each aged in French Oak barriques from Burgundy. Limited release, collector quality.
Espresso Liqueur — Melbourne's Coffee Culture Meets Organic Spirits
Created in partnership with Melbourne coffee roasters, the Espresso Liqueur becomes an instant favourite, Australia's first certified organic espresso liqueur.
Australia's First Certified Sustainable Distillery
Antipodes Gin Co receives Certified Sustainable status, the first distillery in Australia to achieve this recognition. A milestone years in the making.
Telstra Awards, Hottest 100 & Continued Growth
Six Antipodes gins make the Hottest 100 Aussie Gins list. Named a Telstra Best of Business state finalist for Outstanding Growth and Promoting Sustainability. The journey continues.
Made With Respect
Proud to be made on Wurundjeri country.
Antipodes Gin Co acknowledges the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation as the traditional custodians of the land on which our Melbourne distillery operates. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
The native Australian botanicals at the heart of our spirits Kakadu Plum, lemon myrtle, strawberry gum, aniseed myrtle and Tasmanian pepperberry, represent some of the world's oldest flavours. By using them, we promote native plant species designed to grow in Australia's harsh climate without chemicals or pesticides.
— The Antipodes Gin Co, Wurundjeri Country