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BULK SPIRITS & ETHANOL
Supporting Australian and New Zealand distillers, bottlers & canners, brand incubators & multinationals with bulk spirits and neutral alcohol.
Speak with our expertsSupporting Australia and New Zealand's Spirits Market
You've got the ideas. We've got the supply chain.
Australia and New Zealand are home to some seriously innovative drinks businesses. But when you’re developing something new, sourcing the right liquid from the other side of the world isn’t always straightforward.
You might have that perfect Mexican agave spirit or Caribbean rum in mind, only to find that producer minimum order quantities are far beyond what you need for an initial launch.
Big ideas don't always need big volumes.
Ethimex makes sourcing more accessible, giving Australian and New Zealand drinks businesses access to bulk spirits and neutral alcohol, with orders starting from as little as 1-2 IBCs, depending on the product.
WHY Australia and New Zealand Businesses Choose Ethimex
FlexibleVolumes
Access selected bulk spirits and alcohol from our UK warehouse, with orders starting from as little as 1–2 IBCs on certain products.
GlobalSourcing
Need something we don't hold in stock? We can source specialist spirits and alcohol directly through our international producer network.
Logistics made Easier
Our preferred logistics partner Albatrans can collect from our UK warehouse and manage UK customs, export procedures and international freight to your agreed destination port.
ReliableQuality
Our UK operations follow established food safety and quality management standards, including BRCGS and HACCP, giving you confidence in the storage and handling of your products.
OUR TOP Australia & New Zealand PRODUCTS
Getting it from A to B
Sourcing the right product is only part of the job. Getting it to Australia or New Zealand shouldn’t be the difficult bit.
For products supplied from our UK warehouse, our preferred logistics partner Albatrans can collect your order directly from our warehouse and manage UK customs clearance, export documentation and international freight through to the agreed destination port.
For CFR shipments, Albatrans arranges international freight to the destination port. The buyer then handles local customs clearance, any required import licences or permits, duties and taxes, and onward delivery.
This gives you a joined-up route from Ethimex's warehouse to Australia or New Zealand, with specialist freight support at both ends of the journey. Need help with freight? Contact your nearest Albatrans team:
Australia
Adelaide
Phone: +61 8 8362 2204
Email: info.adl@albatrans.com
Sydney
Phone: +61 2 8338 0477
Email: info.syd@albatrans.com
New Zealand
Auckland
Phone: +64 09 2576010
Email: info.akl@albatrans.com
Marlborough
Phone: +64 27 25 64 111
Email: info.npe@albatrans.com
Meet your australia and new zealand Contact
Meet Kaede Kunihiro, Ethimex's dedicated contact for customers across Australia and New Zealand.
With strong knowledge of the regions and Ethimex's global sourcing network behind her, Kaede helps Australian and New Zealand drinks businesses find the right products and volumes for their needs.
Whether you're developing a new RTD, sourcing a specialist spirit or looking for a long-term supply partner, Kaede is here to help turn your requirements into a practical sourcing solution.
Get in touch to discuss your requirements or request a quote.
FAQ's
Can Ethimex supply bulk spirits to Australia and New Zealand
Yes. Ethimex supplies Australian and New Zealand distillers, bottlers, RTD producers, brand owners and drinks manufacturers with bulk spirits from around the world. Our ethanol offering includes grain neutral alcohol (GNS), organic ethanol, potato alcohol, grape alcohol, fruit ethanol, and specialty grain alcohol. Our bulk spirits range includes rum, whisky, agave spirits, sake, shochu and soju.
What is the Minimum order quantity?
Minimum order quantities vary by product, but Ethimex can support orders starting from as little as 1-2 IBCs for our UK-based products. This gives Australian and New Zealand drinks businesses greater flexibility when developing new products, testing a concept or scaling production without committing to producer-level MOQs.
can I source bulk agave spirits and tequila for australia and new zealand?
Ethimex can source bulk agave spirits from Mexico for customers in Australia and New Zealand. We work with customers to identify the right liquid, specification and volume for their requirements. Explore our Agave Spirits here.
For Tequila, as it is a protected Denomination of Origin spirit it is subject to specific regulatory requirements designed to protect its authenticity and traceability throughout the supply chain. This may include registration processes, trademark documentation, alcohol permits, and commitments to comply with the Tequila Regulatory Standard (NOM-006-SCFI). With over 25 years of working in Mexico, Ethimex can guide customers through the process and help coordinate with trusted production partners to ensure the correct documentation is in place from the outset. Learn more about the process here.
Can Ethimex Supply bulk rum for Australian and New Zealand drinks producers?
Yes. We can source rum aged for a minimum of two years directly from our Caribbean suppliers. Minimum order quantities are typically 4–5 IBCs.
Contact our team to discuss available origins, styles and specifications.
How do I ship bulk spirits or neutral alcohol to Australia or new zealand ?
Once your product and volume have been agreed, Ethimex’s preferred logistics partner, Albatrans, can provide a freight quote and coordinate your shipment. Albatrans has specialist teams in Australia and New Zealand, giving customers local freight contacts alongside Ethimex’s sourcing support.
What are the different packaging options when ordering from Ethimex in Australia and New Zealand?
Ethimex offers a variety of packaging formats to suit different operational needs, including:
- Drums
- IBC Containers
- ISO Containers
We provide flexible fulfilment solutions for both small-scale producers and large manufacturers with bespoke options available on request.
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