Thomson

Thomson is a New Zealand whisky brand that began in 2009 as an independent bottler and evolved into a craft distillery in Riverhead near Auckland by 2014, founded by Mathew and Rachael Thomson. It focuses on small‑batch, locally inspired whiskies—such as the Manuka Smoke single malt, South Island Peat, Two Tone—and emphasizes using native ingredients like manuka wood and South Island peat to reflect New Zealand’s environment. The brand, driven by sustainability and regional identity, has garnered attention for pioneering manuka‑smoked barley and has expanded internationally, including UK distribution via Speciality Brands.