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OCTOBER 2026 | SIX FATHOMS RIBERRY & TOASTED WATTLESEED DRY GIN

OCTOBER 2026 | SIX FATHOMS RIBERRY & TOASTED WATTLESEED DRY GIN

September 28, 2026

October 2026 Featured Gin of the Month

Written by Kat Chrisoulis

This October, we’re heading to North Queensland to discover Six Fathoms – a young distillery bringing a fresh perspective to craft gin. Founded by mother-and-daughter duo Lisa and Riley Chesterfield, Six Fathoms pairs classic distilling traditions with native Australian botanicals to create beautifully balanced expressions. This month, we’re pouring their Riberry & Toasted Wattleseed Gin, a Contemporary Dry that celebrates the rich, savoury flavours of the Australian bush.

ABOUT THE DISTILLERY

For founder Lisa Chesterfield, Six Fathoms began with a simple idea: to create more than just a premium spirit. After a career spent designing brands and customer experiences, she wanted to build something tangible; something that encouraged people to slow down, reconnect and enjoy the ritual of sharing a drink. It wasn’t long before her daughter Riley joined the journey, bringing her hospitality background and a shared passion for creating memorable moments around the table. Looking after the operational side of the business, she ensures that the soul of the brand is protected in every single batch. Together, they’ve built a proudly Australian distillery that approaches gin from a refreshingly different perspective.

That philosophy is anchored in the distillery’s name. A fathom is an ancient nautical measure of depth, and six fathoms traditionally marked safe, navigable waters – the point where a long day at sea gave way to safe harbour.

Lisa describes it as “that exact second when the anchor drops, the sails are furled, the coastline catches the last golden light of the sunset, and the noise of the world finally slows down.” It’s this feeling that inspired “the art of the slow pour”, the belief that a well-made spirit is best enjoyed by taking a moment to pause, pour and savour the company around you.

“In a world that forces an exhausting, instant-gratification hustle, each gin is an invitation to deliberately step off the grid and inhabit the stillness,” she reinforces.

Drawing on her former career as a fashion designer, Lisa approached Six Fathoms much as she would any design project. Every element was carefully considered, from the weight of the bottle and the texture of the label to the way the spirit unfolds in the glass. “I look at a bottle of gin the way I used to look at a bespoke garment,” she explains. “It is about texture, structure, silhouette, and how it drapes across the senses.” For Six Fathoms, the bottle and the spirit are never separate ideas; they’re part of the same carefully crafted experience.

Riley’s background in hospitality brings that vision to life. Having worked across premium venues, fine dining and events, she believes a great gin should be just as comfortable in a bustling bar as it is poured over ice at home. As she puts it, “A gin shouldn’t just taste good in a quiet tasting room; it has to excel in a high-end bar, cut through in a classic cocktail, and elevate the home entertainer’s glass.” It’s a philosophy that keeps every release grounded in the simple pleasure of sharing good drinks with good company.

That thoughtful approach extends to its product range. Six Fathoms produces its gin in small batches, combining the timeless structure of classic gin with native Australian botanicals and a contemporary point of view. The result is a collection of spirits that feel familiar yet each unique in their own right, including the exclusive Riberry & Toasted Wattleseed Gin we’re delighted to share with you this month!

ABOUT THE GIN

Six Fathoms’ Riberry & Toasted Wattleseed Gin is a Contemporary Dry Gin that builds on the foundations of a classic London Dry while showcasing the depth and complexity of native Australian botanicals. Juniper remains firmly at the forefront, but rather than relying on bright, citrus-heavy flavours, this expression takes a richer, more savoury direction.

The hero botanicals are native riberry and toasted wattleseed. Riberry is a small, crimson-coloured rainforest berry native to Australia’s east coast, prized for its vibrant flavour that sits somewhere between cranberry and sour cherry, with gentle notes of clove and baking spice. Paired with toasted wattleseed, which contributes earthy roasted flavours reminiscent of hazelnut, coffee and cocoa, the result is a beautifully layered gin that’s both distinctly Australian and wonderfully balanced. A touch of orange peel adds brightness, while angelica root provides the classic structure expected of a dry gin.

Perhaps most surprising is what’s missing. Six Fathoms deliberately omits coriander seed (a staple botanical in many classic gins) allowing the distinctive flavours of riberry and toasted wattleseed to shine.

Pour a glass and you’ll quickly discover why this gin has already earned international recognition – including silver at the 2026 London Spirits Competition. Crisp juniper leads the way before layers of tart berry, warm spice and roasted nuttiness gradually unfold across the palate. The finish is long, dry and gently lifted by orange peel, leaving a silky, lingering warmth that invites another sip.

Other products in the range

While gin remains at the heart of Six Fathoms, the distillery’s portfolio reflects a passion for exploring flavour across a range of premium spirits. Alongside the Riberry & Toasted Wattleseed Gin, the Signature Series Gin offers a brighter take on native Australian botanicals, while the Signature Series Vodka showcases exceptional purity and a silky, refined finish. Dark Acre Coffee Liqueur combines expertly distilled coffee with a meaningful partnership supporting The Mini Farm Project – and recently earned Gold at the 2026 London Spirits Competition.

Looking ahead, there’s plenty more to be excited about. Later this year, Six Fathoms will release its Gold medal-winning Navy Strength Tropical Gin – a bold, small-batch release featuring macadamia, ginger, star anise and bright citrus. With more innovative releases already in the pipeline, it’s clear this young distillery is only just getting started.

With Lisa and Riley at the helm, Six Fathoms is charting a course that is purely its own, and we can’t wait to see where they drop anchor next.

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