St Duke’s Distillery Picks: Must-Gift WA Spirits for Christmas 2025

Introduction

Christmas in Western Australia is one of our favourite times of the year: warm evenings, long family lunches, and time spent outdoors with good food and good company. When we think about festive gifting, many of us look for something with meaning, something local, and something that reflects the spirit of our community. That’s why we’ve been proud to share what we create here at St Duke’s Distillery in Wokalup.

Our spirits begin with a simple idea: take something often overlooked whey from our neighbours at Harvey Cheese and turn it into something refined, smooth, and genuinely West Australian. Crafting spirits this way reduces waste, supports local producers, and gives us a base that’s naturally clean and balanced. For Christmas 2025, we’ve chosen some of our favourite bottles that make thoughtful, sustainable gifts, each carrying a little of the South West with them.

1. Our Whey Based Vodka: Clean, Smooth and Thoughtful

We’ve always believed that great spirits don’t have to come at the expense of the environment. Using whey allows us to reduce waste and create a vodka that’s gentle, silky, and easy to enjoy. 

The natural softness of whey gives the spirit a smooth profile that suits those who prefer something refined rather than sharp or intense.

If you’re gifting to someone who enjoys simple, elegant drinks, this vodka is a strong choice perfect for a chilled serve on a warm WA evening or mixed into a light spritz.

2. Harvey Dry Gin: A Classic With a Local Touch

Harvey Dry Gin is our nod to tradition, shaped by the landscape around us. It carries the familiar character of juniper but is lifted by local citrus and botanicals that thrive in the South West climate.

It’s a versatile bottle to give at Christmas, reliable, refreshing, and ideal for a clean gin and tonic shared at an afternoon BBQ. For anyone who enjoys classic flavours with a WA influence, this is often the bottle we recommend first.

3. The Australian Gin: Inspired by the Bush

For those who love exploring new flavours, our Australian Gin offers something a little different. We use native botanicals that bring depth and character without overpowering the spirit.

The flavour profile feels grounded in the landscape herbal, bright, and layered.
This gin suits someone who enjoys slow, considered drinks. It’s a spirit that opens up beautifully in cocktails like a negroni or a simple gin over ice with a citrus twist.

4. Lemon Myrtle Gin: Light, Fresh and Perfect for Summer

Lemon myrtle is one of the stand-out botanicals of Australia, and it brings a fresh, uplifting aroma to this gin. It feels at home in the Western summer, clean, citrus-forward, and refreshing without sweetness.

For Christmas lunches featuring prawns, salad, or seafood, this gin fits right in. It’s a thoughtful gift for someone who enjoys lighter flavours or entertaining by the water.

5. Pink Gin: Subtle, Bright and Festive

Our Pink Gin carries gentle berry notes and a soft colour that looks beautiful on a Christmas table. It’s not overly sweet, just balanced enough to offer a softer style without losing the clarity of the botanicals.

If you’re gifting to someone who enjoys colourful, easy drinking cocktails, Pink Gin is a warm and festive option, especially paired with soda and fresh berries.

6. Our Sustainability Story: A Gift With Purpose

One thing we take pride in is how our spirits begin. Using whey means we can repurpose something that would often go to waste, and doing so helps us keep our footprint small while creating something genuinely premium.

For many people, gifting a bottle with a sustainability story matters. It shows care, intention, and a shared value for supporting local producers. Every bottle represents collaboration between WA farmers, cheesemakers, and our small team here at the distillery.

7. Supporting Local WA Producers

When you choose St Duke’s spirits, you’re supporting families, regional producers, and the broader South West community. Our relationship with Harvey Cheese and our focus on small-batch production keep local work thriving and help strengthen the identity of our region.

A thoughtful touch is pairing one of our spirits with local produce, such as cheese from Harvey. Together, they make a beautiful Christmas hamper that showcases the best of WA food and drink.

A Final Toast for Christmas 2025

This Christmas, we’re proud to offer spirits that reflect the place we call home clean, considered, and connected to our region. Whether you choose a bright Lemon Myrtle Gin, a classic Harvey Dry Gin, or our smooth whey-based vodka, each bottle carries the story of WA craft and community.

We hope these selections help make your gifting easier and your celebrations meaningful. From all of us at St Duke’s Distillery, we wish you a warm, relaxed, and memorable Christmas season.