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In Macao, New Zealand–born pilot-turned-distiller Dan McAulay opened the first gin distillery.
New Zealand native Daniel McAulay arrived in Macao in 2010 as a pilot, but a home experiment during the pandemic led him and his wife to launch Owl Man Distillery, the city’s first gin producer.
With early support from local authorities, the pair embraced Macao’s cultural mix, using Chinese medicinal herbs and teas to craft a distinctive flavour. Their gin now supplies hotels and casinos, giving the small business steady demand.
Balancing work, family and the distillery, Daniel says Macao’s safety, food culture and tight-knit community turned what was meant to be a one-year stay into home.
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