Travel to Nelson for a range of tipples plus new drinks to try.

TEKIWI 100% BLUE AGAVE

Double distilled in line with traditional artisan methods, this crisp tequilastyle drop has fresh pear notes with a touch of spice. It’s a limited release with a price to match, $1000 from kiwispiritdistillery. co.nz

DANCING SANDS SUNKISSED GIN

Bring a little bit of summer into the cooler season with this crowd favourite, flavoured with rhubarb and strawberry. Dancing Sands Sun-Kissed Gin Strawberry & Rhubarb, $79.99 from dancingsands.com.

NEUDORF ROSIE’S BLOCK CHARDONNAY

One of the star wines from Neudorf, Rosie’s Block Chardonnay’s tasting notes list stonefruit and mineral notes with an echo of oak; complex yet understandable. $33 from neudorf.co.nz.