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Pokeno Whisky Fearlessly Original, Naturally Different.

Before the wh**ky meets the cask, the cask has a story of its own.At Pōkeno, our cooperage is where traditional craftsma...
25/10/2026

Before the wh**ky meets the cask, the cask has a story of its own.

At Pōkeno, our cooperage is where traditional craftsmanship and wh**ky-making come together.

Each barrel requires care, precision and an understanding of the wood that will eventually help shape the spirit resting inside it.

It’s hands-on work. Quiet work. And an important part of the process long before a bottle ever reaches your glass.

Made here. Matured here. Pōkeno.

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A long weekend calls for a good dram.Whether you’re staying close to home or heading somewhere for the weekend, we hope ...
23/10/2026

A long weekend calls for a good dram.

Whether you’re staying close to home or heading somewhere for the weekend, we hope there’s good company, good food and something worth pouring at the end of the day.

Enjoy Labour Weekend!

Discover Different.

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What difference does climate really make to wh**ky?It’s a question now being explored on a global scale — and Pōkeno is ...
21/10/2026

What difference does climate really make to wh**ky?

It’s a question now being explored on a global scale — and Pōkeno is part of the story.

Pōkeno Wh**ky has been selected to represent Zealandia in The 8 Continent Series, an international project and scientific study exploring how different climates influence wh**ky maturation.

The collection brings together single malt whiskies matured across eight continents, creating an opportunity to compare how temperature, humidity and environment shape what eventually ends up in the glass.

For us, the relationship between wh**ky and place has always mattered.

Now, Pōkeno will be part of a global study looking a little deeper into exactly why.

Discover Different.

https://www.drinksbiz.co.nz/news/pkeno-wh**ky-company-chosen-for-global-wh**ky-study

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Thanks for having us, Tauranga! A big thank you to everyone who stopped by the Pōkeno stand at the Bay Home Show over th...
19/10/2026

Thanks for having us, Tauranga!

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by the Pōkeno stand at the Bay Home Show over the weekend.

It was great to share a few drams, meet plenty of new faces and catch up with a few familiar ones too.

We loved having the chance to introduce more people to Pōkeno and share a little of what makes our New Zealand single malt different.

Until next time.

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Tauranga, we're coming your way! 🥃Pōkeno Wh**ky will be at the Bay Home Show from 16–18 October, and we'd love to see yo...
15/10/2026

Tauranga, we're coming your way! 🥃

Pōkeno Wh**ky will be at the Bay Home Show from 16–18 October, and we'd love to see you there.

If you're heading along, come and meet the team, have a chat and discover what makes our New Zealand single malts a little different.

📅 16–18 October
📍 Mercury Arena Baypark, Mount Maunganui
📌 Stand 377

See you at the show!

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This is where it all begins.In Pōkeno, every bottle starts here — with the people, the place and the process behind our ...
13/10/2026

This is where it all begins.

In Pōkeno, every bottle starts here — with the people, the place and the process behind our New Zealand single malt.

From distillation through to maturation, every stage is guided by the same focus: creating wh**ky with a character of its own.

The goal has never been to recreate wh**ky from somewhere else.

We’re here to make something that feels unmistakably from here.

Made in Pōkeno. Discover Different.

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A lot can change while a wh**ky waits.Part of making wh**ky is knowing when to leave it alone and when to check in.Sampl...
09/10/2026

A lot can change while a wh**ky waits.

Part of making wh**ky is knowing when to leave it alone and when to check in.

Sampling from the cask gives us a chance to follow how the wh**ky is developing, understand what the wood is giving us and decide what comes next.

There’s no shortcut to that process.

Just time, judgement and plenty of patience.

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Thanks for having us, Waikato!A big thank you to everyone who stopped by to see us at the Waikato Home & Garden Show.We ...
05/10/2026

Thanks for having us, Waikato!

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by to see us at the Waikato Home & Garden Show.

We loved sharing a few drams, catching up with familiar faces and introducing Pōkeno to plenty of new ones along the way.

And a special thanks to everyone who took the time to stop, chat and discover a little more about what we do.
Until next time.

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Waikato, we’re here! 🥃The  is underway, and you’ll find Pōkeno Wh**ky at Stand 514.If you’re visiting, come and see us f...
02/10/2026

Waikato, we’re here! 🥃

The is underway, and you’ll find Pōkeno Wh**ky at Stand 514.

If you’re visiting, come and see us for a dram, meet the team and discover a little more of Pōkeno.

📍 GLOBOX Arena & Events Centre at Claudelands, Hamilton
📌 Stand 514

We’ll see you there!

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Congratulations! 🎉Our Waikato Home & Garden Show competition has now closed.Congratulations to our three lucky winners:🏆...
29/09/2026

Congratulations! 🎉

Our Waikato Home & Garden Show competition has now closed.

Congratulations to our three lucky winners:

🏆 Sally Edge
🏆 Matt Wallace
🏆 Sam Cooper

You’ve each won a double pass to the Waikato Home & Garden Show!

Please send us a DM with your email address so we can send your tickets through.

Thank you to everyone who entered. We’ll see you at the show from 1–4 October!

This competition is not affiliated with Facebook or Instagram.

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