Husk Distillery

AN ENVIRONMENTALLY-FRIENDLY APPROACH TO PRODUCTION

The distillery produces two styles of rum: one based on pure cane juice from its own fields, and the other on cane syrup purchased locally from the Condong sugar refinery, just 5 minutes from the distillery. The distillery takes an environmentally-friendly approach, refusing to burn the cane before harvesting, thus preserving its natural properties. What's more, the unburned leaves that fall to the ground while the cane is being cut help to nourish the soil and limit weed growth, thus reducing the need for herbicides.

The cane is ground directly on site by a Brazilian mill specially designed to produce pure rum juice. The fresh juice is then fermented in stainless steel tanks, while the bagasse is used for various agricultural purposes. Distillation takes place in a Forsyth hybrid still, unique in Australia, allowing flexible discontinuous distillation according to production needs. Distillation residues are valorized by feeding the farm's livestock. In addition to its sustainable farming practices, Husk implements various initiatives to reduce its environmental footprint, including rainwater harvesting and the use of solar panels. Its commitment to sustainability is also reflected in the choice of recyclable materials for its packaging.