Gin producers address use of traditional Noongar ingredient

Nicky Lefebvre
February 1 2022 - 7:00pm
Left: Nuytsia floribunda, or Moodjar, also known as 'tree of souls' in Noongar culture. Photo: Frank Bear; Right: The SouWester Spirits 'Sunset Gin' is one of the gins that contains the controversial ingredient. Photo: SouWester Spirits
Left: Nuytsia floribunda, or Moodjar, also known as 'tree of souls' in Noongar culture. Photo: Frank Bear; Right: The SouWester Spirits 'Sunset Gin' is one of the gins that contains the controversial ingredient. Photo: SouWester Spirits

A pair of South West Western Australian gin producers have issued statements over the controversial use of a native Australian tree considered sacred in Noongar culture.

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Nicky Lefebvre

Nicky Lefebvre

Journalist

I am a journalist, photographer and content creator based in the beautiful Margaret River wine region, covering all aspects of our community including local news, sport, entertainment and events, as well as providing a platform for our readers to share their voices direct from regional Australia.

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