Australia’s oldest family-run distillery, St Agnes Distillery, is celebrating 100 years of pioneering spirits in 2025, with a series of events in Adelaide and Renmark where brandy enthusiasts will immerse themselves in the rich heritage of St Agnes.
Founded in 1925 by Carl Angove, the distillery has grown from humble beginnings to become a cornerstone of Australian spirits. Now led by the fifth generation of the Angove family, St Agnes continues to blend time-honored traditions with modern innovation to produce award-winning brandies celebrated across the globe.
While best known for its brandy, St Agnes Distillery’s excellence extends across their diverse range of premium spirits, including Blind Tiger Organic Gin, and international award-winning single malt, Camborne Whisky.
The planned calendar of events for 2025 will include a number of exclusive tastings and unique dining experiences at this year’s Tasting Australia, presented by Journey Beyond in early May.
St Agnes Distillery co-managing director, Richard Angove, said reaching 100 distilling seasons is an incredible milestone, which reflects the dedication, skill, and passion of generations of distillers who have worked tirelessly to craft exceptional brandy in the Riverland.
“This 100th season is more than a celebration of our history – it’s a moment to look to the future,” said Angove.
“We’re proud to honor our legacy while embracing what’s next for Australian spirits. Our commitment to hard work, tenacity and craftsmanship remains as strong today as it was a century ago.”
St Agnes Distillery had one of its most successful years in 2024, being named Champion Australian Distiller at the Melbourne Royal Australian Distilled Spirits Awards and winning Best Distilled Spirit at the Royal Sydney, Royal Adelaide, and Royal Australian Spirit Awards.
It also claimed Best Brandy trophies at every major capital city competition and secured gold medals at the Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition.
The distillery also collaborated with a fellow South Australian company, Pirate Life Brewery, for the second time, releasing an Imperial Stout aged in ex-brandy barrels from St Agnes.
