Founded in 2022 by Nicola Voice and Kitty Ling, Moksha began in a kitchen in Hauraki Corner with a small copper alembic still, and a bold idea: to create expressive gins inspired by co-founder Nicola’s time living in India and a belief in flavour as a form of storytelling.

Their recipes were developed over many months of experimentation in Nicola’s home. Though the bench-top still has since been outgrown, Moksha is still handcrafted in the same neighbourhood – now in partnership with Rob O’Connell at The NZ Rum Co. “We’re proud to distil Moksha in collaboration with Rob. It’s a true creative partnership and a beautiful example of what happens when local producers work together to make something people genuinely love,” says Nicola. Moksha also gives back – a portion of every bottle sold supports Wildlife SOS, an organisation dedicated to protecting India’s natural heritage, forests and biodiversity.

Spirit Spotlight: Moksha Spice of India Gin
Winner: Best New Zealand Contemporary Gin, Juniper Awards, November 2024
Moksha Spice of India gin is an award-winning contemporary gin inspired by the bold, warming flavours of masala chai. Green cardamom – sourced directly from a farmer in Kerala – is macerated overnight to extract maximum flavour. It really zings! Crafted for sipping or mixing with ginger ale or ginger beer, it’s the perfect companion as the nights draw in and the evenings ask for something warming. Spice of India is a love letter to flavour; complex, distinctive and unforgettable.

Visit mokshadrinks.com to find a full list of local stockists.
Follow Moksha Drinks on Insta @mokshadrinks

Pop in for a pour!
Cellar door open – 24 May
11am–5pm | Moksha & NZ Rum Co.
14D Parity Place, Hillcrest
Tastings, bottle sales and a good chat!

Proud local supporters of The NZ Rum Co. & Moksha Drinks
Hauraki Corner Cellars, Hauraki Social Club, Vondel and Liquorland Devonport and Takapuna

Photo credits: Rob Menezes and Simeon Patience for The Collective Force