Streaky Bay Distillers
Streaky Bay Distillers is a family-run distillery on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula, crafting small-batch gin and vodka with sustainably sourced local botanicals like abalone shell and saltbush. Their off-grid, handcrafted process produces award-winning spirits with a distinctive coastal flavour.
The Story
Streaky Bay Distillers is a family-run distillery on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula, crafting small-batch gin and vodka with sustainably sourced local botanicals like abalone shell and saltbush. Their off-grid, handcrafted process produces award-winning spirits with a distinctive coastal flavour.
Founded by Rebecca Smith and her husband Tony in 2022, the distillery is located in the remote town of Streaky Bay, where the couple forages local ingredients and uses solar power and water recycling to minimise environmental impact. Their gins have earned national acclaim, including a gold medal at the 2025 Australian Gin Awards.
The distillery has become a destination for visitors to the Eyre Peninsula, offering tastings and events that showcase the region's unique produce and the couple's passion for sustainable, handcrafted spirits.
Products & Services
Smooth Pool Gin
Smooth Pool Gin captures the spirit of Streaky Bay's iconic calm waters, crafted with local botanicals for a smooth, refined gin experience.
Very Little Islands Gin
Very Little Islands Gin is crafted with Kaffir Lime and Saltbush, capturing the remote beauty of the Eyre Peninsula's islands in a bottle.
Back Beach Gin
Back Beach Gin is inspired by a wild stretch of coastline loved by surfers and locals alike, with native flavours: roasted wattleseed for a warm, nutty depth, sweet-tart wild peach for brightness, and wild coastal rosemary for an aromatic, ocean-kissed finish.
Company Timeline
2022 — Distillery Founded
Rebecca Smith and Tony Smith founded Streaky Bay Distillers in the remote town of Streaky Bay on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula.
2023 — First Gin Release
The distillery released its first small-batch gin, featuring locally foraged botanicals including saltbush and abalone shell.
2025 — Gold Medal Award
Streaky Bay Distillers won a gold medal at the 2025 Australian Gin Awards, cementing its reputation for premium, regionally distinct spirits.
2026 — National Distribution
The distillery expanded beyond local sales to achieve national distribution across Australia while maintaining its small-batch, off-grid production model.