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Fifteen years ago, Bass & Flinders Distillery was born from a simple yet bold dream - to create exceptional grape-to-glass artisanal spirits that celebrate the unique character of the Mornington Peninsula.

From the very start, we believed in doing things differently. Rather than using neutral grain spirit, we focus on crafting our spirits from scratch using the finest Victorian grapes, a process we call our “Méthode Eau de Vie.” This commitment to quality—from the vineyard to the bottle—has been our guiding principle since day one. The heart of everything we do lies in our passion for quality and our connection to the land.

This milestone is more than just an anniversary - it’s a testament to our journey, our people, and the quality that defines Bass & Flinders. Here’s to the next chapter of exploration, innovation, and spirit. Cheers to 15 years!

Ready to take your gin mastery to the next level?

Our Graduate Gin Masterclass is your chance to revisit your original recipe and enhance it with new flavours and techniques. For our Gin Graduates amongst us, this experience is tailored exclusively for those who have already completed our initial Gin Masterclass—consider it your "graduation" to the next level of gin-excellence!

Start with your original creation and refine it by experimenting with fresh botanicals like Yuzu, Pink Grapefruit, or a classic Cubeb Pepper gin spice. Curious about adding a splash of colour? Now you can give your gin a purple hue or a pink blush.

Plus, we’ll guide you through the art of pairing your gin with the perfect tonic, elevating your tasting experience and gin knowledge even further.

This XO brandy release is more than just a brandy; it’s a celebration of our journey—one that began in 2009 with a commitment to creating spirits that embody the true essence of ‘eau de vie’ - the Water of Life.

This is a brandy for the ages - rich, complex, and deeply rooted in our history. It’s a beautiful dance between old-world French techniques and the vibrant spirit of Australian winemaking, resulting in a brandy that is both sophisticated and distinctly Australian.

With every sip, you’ll taste the legacy of the Klintworth family, a legacy that we're so proud to share with you. Here’s to the next 15 years of crafting spirits that warm the soul and celebrate the beauty of life.

We proudly received a GOLD medal for our new packaging design at the Melbourne Design Awards for 2023.

This prestigious award for Graphic Design - Three Dimensional, celebrates creative and innovative design.

We partnered with The Edison Agency to help transform our brand’s identity and showcase to the world what makes our small-batched spirits so uniquely different. Inspired by traditional French distillation methods and the surrounding Mornington Peninsula hinterland – the design brings to life our innovative spirit and passion for creating artisan spirits.

Today the Australian Distillers Association elected its first female President, our Managing Director and Head Distiller Holly Klintworth!

Holly takes on the role as ADA President following 8 years with Stu Gregor, Four Pillars Co-Founder at the helm.

The team here at Bass & Flinders are so proud of Holly's achievement which is recognition of all her passion and hard work in the distilling industry. 

Learn more about our amazing Head Distiller and Managing Director, Holly.