Meet the Makers: The Passionate Team Behind St. Dukes Distillery

There are unique backstories for the St. Dukes Vodka, Gin, and Liqueur offerings. Each and every one tells of dedication, wood craftsmanship, and of the many communities we serve.  St. Dukes Distillery is characterized, above all else, as being a friendly family of makers and doers, all united by a common passion for fantastic quality spirits and the craftsmanship that brings all of the life to a fine spirit.

At St. Dukes Distillery, each and every pour is a story about the caring people behind thoughtful craftsmanship. Each fine spirit, parable and all, is the right spirit to tell, is a handcrafted spirit, true to the heart, and to the honest spirit of the land.

The Visionaries Behind the Still

What is now a strong symbol of innovation and sustainability in Harvey, Western Australia, was once a truly bold undertaking.  St. Dukes founders saw the chance to turn something many people in the community thought was worthless and waste, turning it into spirits that are smooth and premium, able to compete with the very best offerings in the global market. By the time of building several facilities, sustainability was built into their adaption and overall vision was to continue spirit craftsmanship that, to this very day, rewards a traditional approach. Each new vision and updated approach in spirit distillation, extending all the way to fully new creative marketing packaging, is a bold celebration of all that is fine to the land to the people.

The Distillers: Where Science Meets Soul

At St. Dukes, our distillers are the heart and soul of our operation. Each batch is small enough to ensure close attention, and is crafted with the care of true artisans. St. Dukes distillers are scientists and artists, blending and balancing flavors, as well as the varying temperatures and techniques to achieve perfection. Every drop of spirit is handcrafted and nothing is left to chance.  From the neutral smoothness of the A1 Vodka, to the herbal intricacy of the Harvey Dry Gin, to the rich, robust sweetness of liqueurs, every spirit is a true masterwork without equal. 

What is a spirit without the passion of the distiller, the drive to create and the mastery of their craft?

The Locals Who Make It Possible

From sourcing the local botanicals to working with Harvey Cheese, the connections and partnerships forged with the farmers and St. Dukes community are based on trust, sustainability, and pride. We understand the spirit of collaboration as a community, enabling us to harness the juice of the region.  As a community, we are proud to embody the spirit of the region that inspires our spirits.  As proof, we are able to show that wonderful things happen when local hands work in collaboration.

The Heart of the Distillery

In addition to the science and the stills, what really shapes the identity of St. Dukes Distillery are the people. Our team at St. Dukes Distillery is not just focused on the production of spirits but on the creation of the experience associated with it. Every sticker on a St. Dukes Distillery bottle is a celebration of a job well done, a friendship, and a good time. 

For us, distilling is so much more than a job; it is a lifestyle built on the values of imagination, integration, and the spirit of community.

Here’s to the Makers

Each time you raise a St. Dukes glass, remember that you are celebrating all the people behind the wonderful craft spirits and all the people huddled around tables entertaining innovative ideas and how to bring them to life. 

Join us at St. Dukes Distillery to meet the makers, feel their spirit, and have a taste to remember.

Previous

The Heritage of Distilling in Australia: Then and Now

Next

Perfect Pairings: Spirits and Cheese from Harvey Country

Related Articles