The brand’s origin story claims the idea came about by chance.
It all started accidently.
A distillery owner’s loyal sheepdog knocked a glass of whiskey into an open jar of peanut butter.
Why it was open, we have no idea.
I think the name gives us a clue.
Sober? Then its sheepdog.
Had a few? Then it gets less clear.
So, Sheep Dog Peanut Butter Whiskey it is.
At least it wasn’t Pea Nut.
Anyway, it comes from the USA.
What other country would go ahead and blend these two tasty things together?
There’s plenty to love here, even for those who have typically avoided whiskey in the past.
The peanut-butter infusion helps to balance the whiskey’s telltale kick.
Drink it with an open mind.
Try a peanut butter espresso martini.
Pretty smooth right?
Giesen Wines was established in 1981 by German-born brothers Alex, Theo, and Marcel Giesen.
They moved to New Zealand and released their first vintage in 1984.
The winemakers love to cite Aristotle’s famous quote:
“The whole is greater than the sum of its parts”.
This describes how blending fruit across distinct cool-climate regions creates a signature balance.
It is sourced from premier New Zealand wine regions.
Marlborough (adding crisp acidity).
And Waipara (delivering floral aromatics and blossom notes).
Occasional fruit comes from from Hawke’s Bay.
It was launched originally to capture the scorching climate of Far North Queensland.
Engineered specifically to have low bitterness and a ultra-clean finish.
All so you can smash a few while sweating through a humid January.
It is brewed using “light-stable hops”.
This is a technical way of saying the beer won’t get that nasty, skunky “light-struck” taste.
Even if you leave a tinnie sitting on the tailgate in the baking sun too long during an arvo fishing trip.
The very well known black marlin branding on the can is practically a universal uniform for Australians.
Fishers, tradies, and campers alike.
Despite its deep Queensland roots, the brand is actually owned by the beverage giant Asahi.
Unlike many traditional fizzy RTDs (Ready-to-Drink premixes), the Crush range has a smoother, non-carbonated profile.
The flavor launch has earned strong marks (around an 8.5/10 in social media taste reviews).
It is noted for packing a juicy tropical punch without the heavy sugar load.
Looking forward to this:
It will also come in a lightweight 165ml screw-cap soft pouch (resembling a modern, portable spin on the classic boxed wine or “goon sack”).
Liquor Licenses
Withers
Ref No 6030021477
Type: LIQ-Liquor Store
Premises: Condello’s Liquor Store
Licensee: CLS Pty Ltd
Waterloo
Ref No 6030018846
Type: LIQ-Liquor Store
Premises: Condello’s Liquor Store
Licensee: CLS Pty Ltd