GIN for a win.
Our flagship expression, Gin Clear Day, takes its name from the WWII pilots who used the term to describe the perfectly clear blue skies of ideal flying conditions. It delivers precision, clarity and a refreshing uplift in every sip - crafted to elevate any occasion.
4 BARS DISTILLERY & FLIGHT LOUNGE, Christchurch.
4 BARS represents the pinnacle of skill and experience, earned through dedication and continual refinement. It's the symbol of a Captain's rank, where hard earned mastery is always evolving.
DISTILLED just a pour away from te kaha
Our boutique distillery sits just steps from the new ONE NZ Stadium, Christchurch’s newest landmark. It's a place where energy and craftsmanship meet. Here, we handcraft every batch of 4 BARS gin with precision, passion, and a true sense of place.
Welcome to the Flight Lounge
Our distillery isn’t just where we make gin—it’s where we share it. The 4 BARS Flight Lounge offers an intimate, relaxed space to experience our spirits first-hand. Whether you're curious, connoisseur, or just passing by, you're always welcome to pull up a seat and enjoy a pour with us.
GIN CLEAR DAY
Great stuff. Absolutely what you want from a classic gin, it's multi-dimensional, layered, juniper forward, great weight on the palate, and the flavour lingers on for a very long, delicious finish.
Judges
NZ SPIRITS AWARDS 2025
GIN CLEAR DAY
The nose opens with warming cinnamon over subtle juniper, leading to a palate of dried pine needles and rich, earthy tones; the soft finish is smooth and inviting...
Judges
SAN FRANCISCO WORLD SPIRITS COMPETITION 2025
GIN CLEAR DAY
A robust, juniper-driven gin opening with a burst of orange citrus and gentle pink peppercorn. Rich earthy depth follows, lifted by warming Ceylon cinnamon with an underlying touch of nutmeg. The spicy finish is long, filled with complexity and deliciously moreish!
Chris
4BARS DISTILLERY
Map
3 Ash Street,
Central Christchurch
Canterbury
Public Hours - Distillery 'Cellar Door' sales open Thursday and Friday 11am - 545pm, and any other time we are onsite please feel free to knock on the door!
