Applying custom branded label to spirits bottle at contract distillery NZ

Contract Distilling & Custom Bottles in New Zealand

Caci Erasmus

If you’re looking to create your own spirit brand or develop custom branded bottles for gifts or events, working with a contract distillery in New Zealand is one of the most effective ways to bring your idea to life.

At SIP Distilling Co., we offer contract distilling services in Auckland alongside custom-labelled bottles using our existing spirits, perfect for corporate gifting, weddings, and special occasions.

What Is Contract Distilling?

Contract distilling allows you to create your own branded spirit without needing to build your own distillery.

We work with you to:

  • Develop a custom recipe
  • Produce your spirit
  • Bottle and label your product
  • Bring your brand to life

This is ideal for:

  • New spirit brands
  • Hospitality groups
  • Retail products
  • Entrepreneurs entering the spirits market

Custom Branded Bottles for Gifts & Events

Not every project requires building a spirit from scratch. For many clients, the goal is to create premium, personalised bottles using an already proven product.

That’s where our custom labelling service in Auckland comes in.

We supply our range of small-batch spirits and apply your custom label, creating a unique, professional product without the complexity of full production.

Perfect For:

  • Corporate gifts and client thank-yous
  • Staff rewards and company milestones
  • Weddings and event favours
  • Branded merchandise or promotional products

What We Provide:

  • Our range of high-quality, locally distilled spirits
  • Guidance on label design and sizing
  • Application of your custom labels
  • Flexible order quantities depending on your needs

Why Clients Choose Custom Label Bottles

  • Faster turnaround than full contract distilling
  • Lower minimum quantities
  • Premium product without development costs
  • Unique, memorable branded gifts

This option is ideal if you want something personalised and high-end without starting from scratch.

Our Contract Distilling Services in Auckland

For clients looking to build a fully custom product, we also offer end-to-end contract distilling in New Zealand.

Recipe Development:

Create a completely unique spirit tailored to your brand.

Production:

Small-batch production in our Takapuna distillery.

Bottling & Labelling:

Full bottling solutions for your custom product.

Product Guidance:

Support with flavour direction, positioning, and production planning.

Why Work With a Local Auckland Distillery?

Choosing a New Zealand-based distillery means:

  • Direct collaboration with the people making your product
  • Faster communication and turnaround
  • Easier sampling and refinement
  • Confidence in local quality

Being based in Takapuna allows clients to visit, taste, and be part of the process.

Who We Work With

We work with a wide range of clients, including:

  • Businesses and corporate teams
  • Event planners and wedding organisers
  • Hospitality venues
  • Retail and gifting companies

From one-off projects to ongoing partnerships, we tailor our services to suit your needs.

From Idea to Bottle: How It Works

1. Tell Us About Your Project

Let us know your goals, whether it’s a branded gift or a full product.

2. Choose Your Approach

  • Custom label using our spirits
  • Full contract distilling

3. Design & Approval

We confirm your label design and product details.

4. Production & Bottling

We prepare, label, and finish your bottles.

5. Ready to Deliver

Your product is ready for gifting, events, or sale.

Why Choose SIP Distilling Co.

  • Auckland-based distillery in Takapuna
  • High-quality, small-batch spirits
  • Flexible options for both gifting and full production
  • Hands-on, collaborative approach
  • Unique branded solutions for businesses and events

Start Your Custom Project

Whether you’re launching a new spirit or creating custom branded bottles for corporate gifts or events, we can help bring your idea to life.

Get in touch to discuss your project

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