Nestled on the picturesque Waiheke Island, a mere 35-minute ferry ride away from downtown Auckland, our company specialises in hosting captivating events throughout New Zealand and Australia. Our events revolve around the enchanting world of botanical plants and fragrances, offering private engagements, team-building exercises, and corporate gatherings.

 With meticulous planning, we have crafted immersive experiences that foster collaboration, allowing individuals to harness a diverse range of skills and contribute in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. Whether you prefer us to bring our expertise to your desired location or allow us to handpick the ideal venue on Waiheke Island, rest assured that your day will be brimming with delightful aromas, joyful moments, and enriching learning experiences.

What sets us apart is our dedicated team, all of whom are based on Waiheke Island. With our insider knowledge, they are poised to assist you in making your trip to Waiheke Island absolutely perfect.

Helen Elscot

Helen is passionate about sharing the knowledge of the ancient process of distillation using natural, seasonal botanicals with others and introducing beautiful handcrafted copper stills to those passionate about food, health and aroma.

She is also a medical herbalist who has a passion for food, flavours and fun. As a consulting health professional, Helen uses her experience and expertise to help families and individuals improve their health and wellbeing by using nature-based medicines and foods and teaching the art of foraging.

The Botanical Distillery was proud to part of a fun project with 42Below Vodka helping them save the planet one drink at a time! See the botanical geeks in action…

You’ve heard about TED Talks. Here we are at WAI Talks speaking about our connection to land and plants on Waiheke Island.