June 2024 | Green Street Distillery Dry Gin

As the story goes, former landscapers and best friends Nick and Will uncovered a passion and fascination with whisky while on a ski trip to Japan in 2016. Falling in love with the art of Japanese distilling, the duo took the plunge and invested in a humble 30L Grainfather all-grain brewing system, and began experimenting with diverse flavours and aging techniques. Confronted with the realities of the lengthy ageing process of whisky – a minimum of 2 years –, the duo impatiently pivoted to the vibrant world of gin.

After completing a distillery course at Adelaide University, the newly-minted distillers procured their first custom-made copper pot still – affectionately named ‘Wombat’ – and transitioned from the experimental world of hobby-distilling to the commercial realm. With a blend of theoretical know-how and practical experience under their belts, Nick and Will recognized the need for a business-minded partner to steer Green Street towards success. Enter Amelia Radman, who joined the team as part-owner, brand developer, and graphic designer for the distillery. Amelia’s expertise in business management and graphic design, coupled with an extensive network within the hospitality, wine and spirit sectors, cemented her as an invaluable asset to Green Street’s expansion. Together, Will, Nick and Amelia prepared for the distillery’s market launch in 2021.

A beautiful blend of locally-sourced botanicals harmonises seamlessly with the juniper in this smooth, dry-style gin. Delighting the senses with an aroma of herbaceous forest pine, each sip culminates in a dry, rich finish that leaves a lingering, savoury whole mouthfeel. The flavour profile is complex yet approachable. With juniper leading the charge, a delightful interplay of angelica root, and liquorice root follow. This exquisite foundation is then elevated by the nuanced infusion of herbal and citrus notes. Here, the warmth of ginger, cardamom, and coriander intertwines with the refreshing zest of lemon myrtle and lemon verbena. Grounding this gin are hints of saltbush and rosemary, adding depth and balance to the blend.

Green Street Distillery naturally intertwines the journey of spirit-making with a dedication to environmental sustainability. While at first glance, landscaping to distilling may seem like an odd career transition, Will and Nick assert that their background informs a unique perspective and a brand identity that is shaped by their commitment to the environment. This ethos is epitomized through the distillery’s tagline, “discover where the gin is greener.”

“Green Street Distillery is a place where the gin glasses are always half full, and we aim to hero eco-conscious capers and consciousness. This focus on being green is something we hold dear and are actively working towards,”

Through their unique distilling process and expert selection of local and native botanicals, the team at Green Street have assembled a lineup of three distinctive, yet highly approachable gins. Alongside their Dry Gin – affectionately dubbed as the ‘loyal pal’ – Green Street’s collection boasts the aromatic delight of Labyrinth Gin and the zesty twist of Citrus River Gin. These gins are a testament to the distillery’s artistry, having earned global recognition with gold and silver medals at both the 2023 London World Gin Awards and the San Francisco World Spirits Awards, respectively.

Remaining faithful to their initial vision, Nick, Will, and Amelia are currently overseeing the maturation of small batch whisky. While it’s only for their own exploration and innovation for the time being, they aspire to include whisky in their product lineup in due course.

Nick and the team love every moment of this journey so far; “The collective experience of being in the distillery always brings a smile to our faces. Every moment feels like a playful nod to the old saying where the grass is greener, and we can’t help but chuckle at the cheekiness of it all. Here at Green Street Distillery, our mission is simple: to craft gin that not only tastes fantastic but also brings joy with every sip. So, here’s to laughter, camaraderie, and of course, delicious gin! Cheers!”