Tales from the Top Shelf

Suzie Carrig
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Explore Aotearoa’s craft distilling scene through conversations with the people shaping it. In each episode, Head Taster Suzie Carrig speaks with local distillers about their influences, approach to distilling, and the ideas that define their spirits. Together, they offer insight into New Zealand distilleries, their expertise, creativity, and distinctive local character.

  1. FEB 3

    The Art of the Shimmer: Shimmer Gin with Sip Distilling

    This time, Suzie sits around the table with Caci to chat about Sip Distilling and their Shimmer gins. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz

    28 min

  2. JAN 20

    Built on Family, Bottled with Flavour: Wills Cameron of Remarkable Cream

    Suzie uncovers the remarkable journey of Wills Cameron and the family-led brand Remarkable Cream. From childhood memories on the bottling line to building a flavour-forward liqueur range loved across Aotearoa, Wills reflects on standing out in a crowded market, embracing natural ingredients, and creating New Zealand’s most talked-about seasonal eggnog. A rich, personable conversation for anyone who loves craft spirits and Kiwi creativity. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz

    20 min

  3. JAN 6

    Quick Brown Fox Distillery - Crafting Coffee Liqueur

    Suzie talks with Arjun about Quick Brown Fox (the distillery not the phrase using every letter!) and coffee liqueurs! This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz

    27 min

  4. 12/23/2025

    People’s Choice and the Rise of Unlikely Companions

    Suzie sits down with Alice McKinley, co-founder and creative mind behind Unlikely Companions, a striking new Hawke’s Bay gin brand already making waves in the distilling world. From perfume-inspired design to daring flavour pairings like Rose & Sichuan and Sea Salt & Kelp, Alice reveals how creativity, curiosity, and Kiwi ingenuity shaped their signature spirits. Fresh off winning the NZ Spirit Guide People’s Choice Award at GinDulgence Tauranga, Alice shares the story of how the brand began, why they embraced a saturated market, and how their modern, minimalist bottle design became an instant shelf-worthy icon. Plus, get a first look at what’s next, from upcoming releases to their new tasting room in Ahuriri. Whether you’re a gin explorer or simply love a good origin story, this episode uncovers the unexpected harmony behind Unlikely Companions. Sip slow, stay curious, and enjoy this peek into one of NZ’s most exciting new distilleries. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz

    27 min

  5. 12/06/2025

    Tales from the Top Shelf - Luis Cabrera

    Susie talks to Luis Cabrera from Besos about the Margarita's he's developed Join host Suzie Carrig as she "travels" the country talking to passionate and knowledgeable craftspeople about their unique stories in the fascinating world of distilling.

    28 min

  6. 11/25/2025

    Tales from the Top Shelf - with Anthony from Spirit Workshop

    Susie talks to Anthony about the story of Spirits Workshop Whisky and Gins Join host Suzie Carrig as she "travels" the country talking to passionate and knowledgeable craftspeople about their unique stories in the fascinating world of distilling.

    28 min

  7. 11/11/2025

    Tales from the Top Shelf - with Jason from Lavender Hill

    Join host Suzie Carrig as she "travels" the country talking to passionate and knowledgeable craftspeople about their unique stories in the fascinating world of distilling.

    24 min

  8. 10/28/2025

    Tales from the Top Shelf - with Andrew from Humdinger Gin

    Join host Suzie Carrig as she "travels" the country talking to passionate and knowledgeable craftspeople about their unique stories in the fascinating world of distilling. This week, we travel to Humdinger Gin to catch up with Andrew.

    28 min
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Explore Aotearoa’s craft distilling scene through conversations with the people shaping it. In each episode, Head Taster Suzie Carrig speaks with local distillers about their influences, approach to distilling, and the ideas that define their spirits. Together, they offer insight into New Zealand distilleries, their expertise, creativity, and distinctive local character.

Information

  • Creator
    Suzie Carrig
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © (C)Coast Access Radio
  • Show Website
    Tales from the Top Shelf