Host a spring picnic with magical Elderflower liqueur drinks and desserts.

Christmas is just around the corner, and there’s a little magic in the air!

In anticipation, we’ve just bottled something rather special. For the very first time, wildbrumby has released a limited-edition Elderflower Liqueur Schnapps, capturing the delicate floral flavours of spring in the mountains.

And what better excuse to gather your favourite people, roll out a picnic rug and celebrate with some enchanting elderflower cocktails and sweet treats?

A little Bavarian magic in the Snowy Mountains

For our distiller, who grew up in Bavaria, elderflowers bring back fond memories of springtime in Europe.

As soon as the fragrant white blossoms appeared, it was time to make homemade elderflower syrup or dip the delicate flowers into pancake batter and fry them into golden elderflower fritters. Come autumn, the dark elderberries were gathered for jam.

Fast-forward to spring in the Snowy Mountains, where elderflowers bloom around the distillery and across the countryside towards Lake Jindabyne.

For a few magical weeks, these tiny creamy-white blossoms fill the mountain air with their delicate perfume. But blink, and they’re gone!

So when the elderflowers bloom, our distiller gets picking, capturing a little of that fleeting spring magic in a bottle.

This year, we’ve created something new. Unlike our traditional dry Elderflower Schnapps, our brand-new Elderflower Liqueur Schnapps has a softer floral character and gentle sweetness. It’s a beautifully fragrant little number that’s perfect for springtime sipping, cocktails and desserts.

And it’s just the thing for an enchanted spring picnic!

A little sparkle: The classic Hugo Spritz

If there’s one cocktail that captures the spirit of a European spring, it’s the Hugo Spritz.

Originating in the German-speaking region of Northern Italy, this refreshing cocktail combines fragrant elderflower, sparkling wine, fresh mint and lime.

We’ve given it a little Aussie alpine twist with our new Elderflower Liqueur Schnapps and wildbrumby Brut.

Light, floral, bubbly and ridiculously refreshing, it’s the perfect picnic companion.

And to make entertaining a breeze, we’ve put together a Hugo Spritz Cocktail Bundle with the key ingredients for this springtime favourite. Just add fresh mint, lime and a little sunshine!

A spirited spring fling: The Elderflower Sour

For those who fancy something with a little more zing, our Elderflower Sour is another lovely way to enjoy this seasonal schnapps.

The delicate floral sweetness of elderflower pairs beautifully with the bright tang of fresh lime and the botanical notes of our wildbrumby Classic Gin.

It’s a refreshing, sophisticated little number, perfect for a leisurely afternoon with friends.

And with our Christmas Gin coming soon, we’re already dreaming up some rather magical festive combinations. Watch this space!

Sweet floral dreams: Elderflower Strawberries & Cream

Who said schnapps was just for sipping?

For a delightfully simple spring dessert, drizzle a little wildbrumby Elderflower Liqueur Schnapps over fresh strawberries and cream.

The juicy sweetness of strawberries, luscious cream and delicate floral notes of elderflower are a match made in dessert heaven.

No baking, no fuss, just a little alpine indulgence. Almost too lovely to eat. Almost!

A fleeting taste of spring

There’s something rather special about bringing a little Bavarian tradition to life in the Snowy Mountains.

Different mountains, different side of the world, but the same magical springtime ritual of gathering elderflowers and turning them into something delicious.

Our new Elderflower Liqueur Schnapps is lovingly crafted from elderflowers foraged around the Snowy Mountains and Lake Jindabyne, capturing their delicate floral character and gentle sweetness.

But like the flowers themselves, this seasonal release won’t be around for long.

So gather your friends, pack a picnic basket, shake up a little floral magic and make the most of these glorious spring days.

Because some of life’s most magical moments are as fleeting as the flowers themselves.

Discover our limited-release Elderflower Liqueur Schnapps and explore the enchanting recipes below!

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Ready to make your own?

Celebrate spring with wildbrumby’s sparkling cocktails and spritzers!

Whether you’re celebrating Melbourne Cup at the office, at home, or enjoying a public holiday picnic (lucky Victorians!), a wildbrumby Peach Bellini is a delicious way to toast the occasion.

Not fussed about the horses and all the racing fuss? Fair enough! Our Peach Bellini is just as fabulous for a sunny spring afternoon, a leisurely Christmas brunch or any occasion that calls for a little sparkle.

And with the festive season galloping towards us, we’ve stirred up a few more bubbly cocktail recipes to get your celebrations off to a schnappy start!

From fruity and floral to zesty and bittersweet, these refreshing spring spritzers are perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Here’s what’s on the cocktail menu:

• Peach Bellini: A sparkling favourite featuring our luscious Peach Nectar schnapps and wildbrumby Brut.
• Italian Lemonade: A zesty combination of Limoncello schnapps and Classic Gin.
• Alpine Meadow Spritz: A floral delight featuring Dandelion & Honey schnapps and Kosciuszko Vodka.
• Schnapperol Spritz: A cheeky twist on the popular spritz, featuring Negroni and blood orange soda.
• Orchard Spritz: A refreshing mix of Pink Lady Apple schnapps and Kosciuszko Vodka.

So frock up, pop the bubbles and get schnappy this Melbourne Cup! Whether you’re cheering on the horses or simply soaking up the spring sunshine, these cocktails are sure to bring a little sparkle to the occasion.

Let the celebrations begin!

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Create special moments with three schnappy spring cocktails inspired by the flavours of the Snowy Mountains.

Wildbrumby’s Dandelion & Honey schnapps is a floral, honeyed delight that bottles the essence of spring in the Snowy Mountains.

From the flower to the glass

Crafted with wild dandelion flowers and local alpine honey, our Dandelion & Honey schnapps is balanced with our classic Pink Lady apple base. Its rounded sweetness pairs beautifully with citrus, gin, tea and even seductive smoky flavours.

Our distiller has created three buzz-worthy cocktails that show just how versatile this floral little number can be. From a soft after-dinner indulgence to a bright, citrusy coupe and a long, refreshing spritz, there’s a schnappy moment for every spring occasion!

Find your favourite

Milk & Honey: A Little After-Dinner Indulgence

Soft, silky and just a little seductive. Milk & Honey combines honeyed schnapps with vodka, topped with an airy milk foam and a subtle hint of smoke. A lovely way to wind down after dinner.

Alpine Bee’s Knees: A Bright Little Number

A zesty twist on a classic! Gin and lemon bring a refreshing citrus kick to the floral sweetness of Dandelion & Honey schnapps. Perfect for a sunny spring afternoon.

Alpine Meadow Spritz: Spring in a Glass

Long, light and refreshingly floral. Chamomile and lime mingle with cucumber, mint and soda for a spritz that captures the freshness of an alpine meadow.

Each cocktail starts with the same seasonal schnapps, but brings out a different side of its floral, honeyed character.

Whether you’re relaxing with friends in the afternoon sunshine or winding down after dinner, a special schnappy moment is:
As easy as 1, 2, 3!

​Three schnappy cocktails to sweeten your spring

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A simple afternoon project for kids and grown-ups, and a cosy little home for native solitary bees to lay their eggs.

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Pink Lady Apple schnapps cocktails for warm, spring weather.

Did you know the versatile Pink Lady, Australia’s own creation and one of the sweetest of all apples, forms the base spirit for many of your favourite schnapps?
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Butterscotch, Baked Apple, Devil’s Tongue, Limoncello, Coffee… all these schnapps depend on the subtle, luscious spirit of Batlow-grown Pink Ladies to lend them the depth of flavour and sweetness common to each.
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We source our apples from local producers in Batlow, on the northern edge of Kosciuszko National Park. Rather than letting imperfect apples go to waste, those that aren’t chosen by the large supermarket chains can find a second life in cider and schnapps.
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Crisp Pink Lady apples go into making ciders such as The Apple Thief’s cider, which we also serve in our stillhouse cafe, as well as our very own wildbrumby schnapps.
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Delicious served on its own, Pink Lady Apple Schnapps also makes some delightful spring drinks, such as the Orchard Spritz, the Kissed By a Lady, and more…Read on below for spring cocktails starring Pink Lady Apple schnapps.
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Ready to make your own?

It’s time to elevate your “Netflix and Chill” with these reimagined cult film cocktails.

Roll out the red carpet, dim the lights and pass the popcorn—Wildbrumby Butterscotch Schnapps is taking the starring role in our latest movie-night cocktail collection.

Smooth, rich and wonderfully nostalgic, Butterscotch Schnapps is right at home beside a bowl of freshly popped popcorn. So, before we revisit some of the most memorable drinks from film and television, and explore a few cheeky Wildbrumby reinventions, the evening begins with two indulgent butterscotch creations made for settling into the best seat in the house.

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To Make It:
Shake all ingredients vigorously with ice. Fine-strain into a chilled coupe or Martini glass and garnish with an orange twist…

CHIC. PINK. ICONIC.

 

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And… Scene!

Whether your movie night calls for an indulgent Butterscotch cocktail, a glamorous Martini or a colourful Bellini, there is a Wildbrumby drink ready for the occasion.

Choose your movie, invite a few friends, put the popcorn on—and let Butterscotch Schnapps take top billing.

Which cocktail would you choose for your next movie night?

Poster artworks in this feature are original Wildbrumby Movie Night designs, inspired by cult and classic films, created for editorial use and are not official film artwork or endorsed by any film producers.

Celebrate World Martini Day with a Schnappy-tini

Some cocktails are drinks. Some are rituals. The Martini is both.

Cold glass, clear spirit, a little theatre, and just enough attitude to make everyone at the bar have an opinion. Gin or vodka? Lemon twist or olive? Wet, dry, dirty, shaken, stirred — vermouth free?

This week, we’re raising a glass to World Martini Day, but because we do things a little differently here in the Snowy Mountains, we’re calling it World Schnappy-tini Day.

At wildbrumby, our Martinis have a mountain accent. We still love the classics, but we also like to bring in a little schnapps, a little alpine fruit, and a little winter character.

And with the winter solstice arriving this weekend, it feels like the perfect time for a cold, sharp, elegant drink while the nights are at their longest.

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Our Martini Story

A Martini is one of those drinks where the story is almost as important as the drink itself.

Its origins are a little hazy, which feels appropriate for something so sharply debated. Many trace it back to the Martinez — a 19th-century mix of gin, vermouth and bitters. Over time, it evolved into something cleaner and more precise, eventually becoming the Martini we know today.

By the early 20th century, it had become a symbol of refinement: simple ingredients, endless interpretation.

A classic Martini is typically gin and dry vermouth, stirred over ice and served very cold. From there, everything becomes personal. Some prefer a whisper of vermouth. Others prefer almost none at all.

Winston Churchill famously leaned toward the extreme dry end of the spectrum — a Martini so dry that vermouth was more idea than ingredient. One story even claims he simply acknowledged vermouth by glancing toward France while pouring his gin.

Then came James Bond, who added drama with his “shaken, not stirred” order and the iconic Vesper Martini in *Casino Royale*, combining gin, vodka, and Kina Lillet with cinematic flair.

Between Churchill’s restraint and Bond’s spectacle lies the Martini’s true identity: endlessly adaptable, deeply personal, and always a little theatrical.

At wildbrumby, we take that spirit and give it an alpine twist — a little fruit, a little schnapps, and a lot of mountain character.

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Easy Schnappy-tini Recipes

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A Martini for the Longest Night

The Martini has travelled a long way — from early cocktail bars to movie sets, debates, variations, and reinventions.

Here in the mountains, we like it with a little more character.

So this World Martini Day, whether you prefer yours classic, savoury, fruity, strong, or schnappy with an alpine edge, raise a glass to winter, long nights, and doing things a little differently.

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More Easy Cocktail Recipes

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3 Gin Cocktails to Celebrate World Gin Day

World Gin Day is back. A small pause in the calendar made for alpine gin-spiration, a good pour, and the kind of easy moments that are best shared.

Saturday 13 June 2026 marks World Gin Day, and to celebrate we’re bringing back our Gin & Tonic Trio Party Pack — saving a whopping $101 for gin lovers looking to stock up.

Alongside it, we’ve put together three easy gin cocktails you can make at home. Simple, refreshing, and designed to bring a little of the Snowy Mountains into your glass.

And if you’re curious, there’s also a glimpse into our own gin story — how it all came to be, one batch at a time.

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Our Gin Story

Nestled in the heart of the Snowy Mountains, Wildbrumby Distillery has always been guided by a simple idea: exceptional spirits begin with pure mountain water, carefully chosen botanicals, and a quiet balance between art and science.

Our gin is shaped by alpine spring water with a naturally refined mineral profile, and a distinctive blend of juniper, native mountain pepper berry, and organic citrus grown in the family orchard. The result is a spirit that sits soft in the glass—smooth, rounded, and quietly expressive.

Wildbrumby’s journey didn’t begin with gin. It began with schnapps, inspired by founder Brad Spalding’s time in the Austrian Alps. From those early days of traditional distilling in the Snowy Mountains, the path evolved through fruit liqueurs, vodka, and wine-based spirits—each step refining a deeper understanding of flavour, provenance, and texture.

Over time, that focus led naturally to gin. A spirit where balance matters as much as character, and where alpine botanicals could speak clearly and without distraction. The result is an award-winning expression of Australian alpine craft—recognised for its purity, complexity, and distinctive mouthfeel.

For World Gin Day, we’re celebrating with three simple cocktails designed to let that character shine. Nothing complicated—just bright, refreshing serves that highlight citrus, fruit, spice, and botanicals in equal measure. Think easy G&Ts with a twist, a sparkling fruit-forward collins, and a smooth, slightly spiced alpine-style classic.

Sip the spirit of the Snowy Mountains and get gin-spired.

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Easy Gin Cocktail Recipes

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More Easy Cocktail Recipes

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From Orchard to Glass — A Distiller’s Favourite

There’s something quietly special about pear schnapps.

It doesn’t shout for attention. It draws you in slowly — soft, aromatic, delicate, and beautifully balanced. It’s the kind of spirit that rewards patience, both in the glass and in the making.

And for us, it’s personal.

Pear schnapps has long been our distiller’s favourite — not only to drink, but to produce. There’s a particular satisfaction in working with pears. Their subtle transformation through fermentation and distillation, and that moment when everything comes together into something elegant and unmistakably alpine.

At the heart of our pear schnapps are Williams pears from Shepparton. Juicy, fragrant, and naturally refined, they bring the perfect balance of sweetness, aroma, and character to the spirit.

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It Starts Green

One of the most fascinating things about Williams pears is that they’re harvested green.

Unlike many fruits, pears don’t ripen properly on the tree. They’re picked while still firm and bright green, then begin their real transformation after harvest.

Once they arrive at our distillery in the Snowy Mountains, we let them rest in the alpine sun. Over a few days, they gradually shift from green to a beautiful yellow-gold, softening, sweetening, and developing the delicate aromatics that define the final spirit.

“That moment — when the pears shift from green to gold — that’s when the flavour really arrives.”

As our distiller Sebastian explains, without that shift you don’t get the depth or softness we’re looking for.

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A Spirit with Alpine Roots

Pear schnapps has deep roots across Central Europe — particularly Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and northern Italy.

Traditionally made in farming communities, it was a way to preserve the autumn harvest through colder months. It became part of mountain hospitality — served after meals, shared with guests, and enjoyed alongside cheese, smoked meats, walnuts, and dark bread.

The most famous style, Williamsbirne, is made from the same Williams pear variety we use today.

That connection between alpine culture and pear schnapps feels especially natural at wildbrumby — a spirit shaped by mountain traditions, patience, and respect for good fruit.

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Cocktails That Let the Pear Shine

Pear schnapps is wonderfully versatile, but the best cocktails are the ones that let the fruit speak clearly.

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From Orchard to Glass

Pear schnapps is a spirit defined by patience — from green orchard fruit to golden alpine expression.

It’s subtle, aromatic, and quietly confident — the kind of drink that doesn’t need to announce itself to be remembered.