In 2010 there were 10 domestic gins on the market in Australia. Fast forward to today and there are now over 500 independent gin distilleries with Australia having seen an exponential rise in local gin makers.
Gin is known as a refreshing spirit which lends itself well to warm climates, so it's somewhat natural that it would appeal to Australian consumers. It's also friendly to those making it as it doesn't take anywhere near as long to make as darker spirits. Additional to that Australia has a unique plethora of botanicals that lend themselves well to gin - Think Lemon Myrtle, Tasmanian Pepper Berries or finger limes. So it figures that there is a growing appetite from Australian consumers to try Australian gin..... And that's where Garden Street Gin Club comes in...
Born partly out of spending lazy days sipping gins in Europe, Garden Street Gin Club is the brainchild of Josh and Lauren from Williamstown - initially an idea that started as a way to get more small scale international gin into Australia, the creators quickly realised that why bring in products from overseas - when Australia has such an incredible and growing gin industry?
Garden Street Gin Club quickly pivoted to work with local distillers to showcase the best they have to offer in a way that promotes their products and educates about the recommended ways to enjoy them.
From humble beginnings during the Covid pandemic, where Head Office was their bedroom, to currently occupying their 3rd warehouse - Garden Street Gin Club has been promoting local for years now. They also have transformed "how" they do business with a focus on being more responsible from a sustainability perspective.
We talk to founder Josh about the beginnings, process and the vision for Garden Street Gin Club and how "supporting the local product" has been core to their success. We also chat about "Barrell Lane Whisky Club" their new venture which again - aims to put a spotlight on the Australian Whisky Industry because like the Australian gin industry; Australia is producing products that are winning awards on the world stage.
Hosts: Jayde Timms & Sam Baff from Grown Not Flown
Guest: Josh Robinson - Founder - Garden Street Gin Club/Barrel Lane Whisky Club
Website: www.gardenstreet.com.au www.barrel-lane.com.au
Instagram: @gardenstreetginclub @barrellanewhiskyclub
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