Journal
Feels in Spirit: BASK EXPLORED
Sustainably-sourced botanicals, distilled, blended and batched. We took a deeper dive on feels BASK - what precisely went into creating this expression, crafting it’s taste and envisaging it’s perfect consumption moment. Combining the therapeutic power of Hemp, with the earthy and ancient Australian medicinal fruits of Quandong and Kakadu plum, Feels Bask has been designed specifically in ode to mother nature.
Individually Blended with Taylor K. Thompson
Where and when, precisely, does inspiration hit… And what does it feel like? Does it dawn on you in a way you can store and reuse or does it barrel through you, easy to miss if you’re not looking and difficult to capture in art…. For TAYLOR, creative inspiration strikes with extreme emotion and capturing it can be… well… Difficult. We hope this month’s Individually Blended satisfies your creative feels as much as it did ours.
Feels in Spirit: REVEL EXPLORED
Sustainably-sourced, distilled, blended and batched. We took a deeper dive on feels Revel - creating its uniqueness, crafting it’s taste and envisaging it’s perfect consumption moment. Charged with Ginseng, enhanced with coffee and enriched with Illawarra Plum, Feels Revel has been designed specifically for those perfect moments under a midnight sky.
Through the Lens by Leah Barylsky
Leah is one of those old souls, with an eye (and camera lens) that never fails to get to the heart of each moment. With her second Feels film now out in the world — you can find that in our journal — we asked her to take us behind-the-scenes into each location to unpack the scenes, and sensations, that went into making it a reality.
Motus - The expression of Feels
Old flames ignite, creatures mingle in a feverish frenzy. We move in perpetual splendour until night turns to light and the day is reborn. Creativity comes from within and without, from solitude as much as it does community. It is this idea Creative Director Leah Barylsky explores as she follows six boundless creatives from Hawaii to Los Angeles in every shade and flavour.
Individually Blended with Leah Barylsky
To celebrate the launch of our latest film, shot with inspiring creatives from Los Angeles to Hawaii, we dialled in with Leah from her home to look back on her journey with us so far and the women in her life that have driven her to keep on creating.
In Spirit: A Mood For Each Expression
In the world of spirit-making, each batch is created with unique ‘profiles’ in mind, working toward a delicate nuance of flavours. We, however, did things a little differently in developing ours. We were inspired by the abstract, mood-driven way perfumers create fragrances with an emotional brief in mind, seeking to evoke places, memories and pleasure. From there, we took the idea of ‘spirit profiles’ into the world of emotion.
Individually Blended with Liam Costello
Throughout last year’s early 2020 lockdown, our co-creators Blake and Steve found themselves nearing the finish line of liquid development. Our initial plans of in-person sample tasting with our friend, mentor and award-winning Master Distiller, Liam Costello, were ultimately derailed—and so, we had no choice but to take it online.
Facere- The production of Feels Botanical
We are so glad to have documented the story of Feels from early ideas to first batch. Here, we present to you a technical, ethereal glimpse into the broad horizons travelled, inspiration found, and decisions distilled to deliver this unique grape-based spirit into your hands. Pour a glass, sit back, hit play.
From Vineyard To Distillery: How Feels Is Made
Sustainably-sourced, distilled, blended and batched. We're getting technical and lifting the lid on our spirit-making process. As autumn settles in each year, and as grape-picking winds down and the seasonal workers move on, vineyards may often find they’re left with too much fruit to process for the year’s vintage. In the wine industry, this is known as an ‘oversupply.’ Along with an allocated order, oversupply forms the bulk of our eau de vie spirit base. Bottom line is, with the majority of fruit coming from vineyards that would otherwise have to throw them out, this approach is about as sustainable as it gets. Less wastage, lower spirit miles.
Through the Lens by Ben Osborne
Brooding skies, wide open roads, a small car piled with a wily crew and their camera gear. An awe-inspiring drive from Noosa to the Adelaide Hills to shoot our first major motion campaign.
This is where our narrative begins.
Born in the ancient, wild and fertile Australian continent, Feels Botanical embraces the wonders of our natural home to deliver a holistic drinking experience and a creative platform that is expressive, inclusive and unadulterated. This motion film is a journey through the land we live on and work with to craft the Feels Botanical range.
Explore More Cocktails
Explore the world of Feels and embark on a journey of sensory discovery. Each sip can transport you to a different place and time, evoking a unique set of emotions and sensations.Search our cocktails by each unique Feels expression.
