There's something in the water at Scapegrace Distillery

09:40 am on 27 February 2024

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Scapegrace Distillery is expanding its operation on the banks of Lake Dunstan in Central Otago. Photo: Supplied

It's been a rapid rise for Scapegrace Distilling Company.

The distillery - producing gin, vodka, and more recently single malt whiskey - began as an idea between two brothers-in-law 10 years ago.

It’s now exporting to more than 40 countries with a revenue of $12.7m in the 2023 financial year.

In April, it's due to complete a $26m development on the banks of Lake Dunstan in Central Otago making it the largest distillery in New Zealand.

Managing director and co-founder Daniel McLaughlin speaks with Kathryn. 

Daniel McLaughlin and Mark Neal brothers-in-law and co-founders of Scapegrace Distilling Co. Photo: Supplied