How Much Does Lighthouse New Zealand Gin Cost in 2026?
Lighthouse New Zealand Gin — All Sizes & Prices
| Bottle Size | Price | Price/oz | Price/Shot | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 750ml (Standard) 25.4 oz | $37.01 | $1.46 | $2.19 | 16.9 |
About Lighthouse New Zealand Gin
Lighthouse New Zealand Gin is a premium, small-batch gin distilled at the southernmost tip of New Zealand's North Island in Cape Palliser, featuring hand-zested Yen Ben lemons—a hardy regional citrus cultivar—as its centerpiece among nine botanicals including juniper, coriander, navel oranges, licorice root, cassia bark, and orris root. Crafted by New Zealand's first female head distiller, Rachel Hall, using pure spring water from the Remutaka Ranges and a custom 200-liter copper pot still, it offers a citrus-led profile that's vibrant and balanced, diverging from juniper-dominant London Dry styles while retaining classic gin character. Ideal for gin enthusiasts seeking contemporary expressions, bartenders crafting G&Ts or cocktails, and those who appreciate terroir-driven spirits, it shines in highballs where its clean brightness excels. At 40% ABV and $37.01 for 750ml, it competes favorably in the premium gin category with its award-winning quality (NZ Spirit of the Year 2025), though some note it could benefit from higher proof for more punch. Its fresh, coastal essence evokes New Zealand's rugged purity, making it a standout for versatile sipping or mixing.
Tasting Notes
👃 Nose
Bright Meyer lemon and Yen Ben citrus dominate the aroma, layered with crisp juniper and subtle coriander dust for a classic yet fresh profile. Earthy herbal notes and soft orange zest emerge, blending seamlessly without overpowering pungency. The scent evokes New Zealand's coastal clarity, inviting and vibrant.
👅 Palate
A curious mix of coriander-driven earthiness and licorice root unfolds, with lemon emerging mid-palate alongside green juniper, bitter orange, and warm spice from cassia. Unctuous and slightly warm, it balances citrus brightness with herbal pine and subtle sweetness, avoiding overt lemon dominance. The mouthfeel is smooth and soft, with a zingy edge that mellows into rich, spiced depth.
✨ Finish
Moderately warm with pleasant astringency, it lingers with nutty walnut, returning lemon brightness, and faint spice. Clean and sunny, it fades elegantly without bitterness.
Popular Cocktails with Lighthouse New Zealand Gin
Lighthouse G&T — Mix 50ml Lighthouse Gin with premium tonic over ice, garnish with lemon slice and fresh herbs for a crisp, citrus-forward highball.
Gin Old Fashioned — Stir 40ml Lighthouse Gin with grenadine, orange bitters, and regular bitters over ice in an Old Fashioned glass for a spiced, citrus twist.
Lemon Coriander Martini — Shake 60ml Lighthouse Gin with dry vermouth and a dash of lemon bitters, strain into a chilled glass with a coriander sprig garnish.
Food Pairings
Smoked salmon canapés, Fresh seafood ceviche, Lemon herb roasted chicken, Goat cheese crostini, Spicy Asian stir-fry
