Jimmy McKeown
Co-Founder | Director | Master Distiller
Guardian of the Whipper Snapper recipe.
Jimmy’s creative, hands-on background makes him the heartbeat of our distilling operations. As Master Distiller and Co-Founder, he’s not only the steward of quality but also the driving force behind the brand - shaping the look, feel, and voice of Whipper Snapper, and making sure it hits just as hard as the whiskey. From grain to glass to the story on the label, Jimmy ensures every detail reflects our bold, homegrown spirit.
2020 Icons of Whisky Australia – Master Distiller / Master Blender of the Year.
Alasdair Malloch
Co-Founder | Managing Director
Co-Founder of the Whipper Snapper obsession.
Al leads the charge on sales and strategy, turning passion into growth and building the brand from the ground up. As Co-Founder, he’s a driving force behind the business - forging partnerships, expanding our market presence, and converting curious drinkers into lifelong whiskey lovers.
Copper (Swampy)
Senior Distillery Dog
Ryan Wilson
General Manager
Tess Malland
Marketing
Debbie Drew
Accounts
Denham Marissen
Senior Distiller
Phil Malajczuk
Assistant Distiller
Seline Taylor
Venue Manager
James Nelson
Senior Cellar Door Hand / Head Barista
Taylor Jay McElroy
Senior Cellar Door Hand
Larissa Vaughan
Cellar Door Hand / Chief Tour Guide
Adam Keane
Brand Ambassador
Lauren Gascoigne
Sales Markets
Chris Green
Sales Markets
Taison
Sales Markets
Rebecca
Sales Markets
Mitch
Sales Markets
Sophie
Sales Markets
Jack
Sales Markets
Tommy Cooper
Whiskey Mentor
After founding an award-winning Colorado Gold whiskey recipe, Coop has spent 50 years refining his grandfather's recipe, now mentoring the next generation. Coop took Jimmy under his wing to help raise Whipper Snapper Distillery during its founding years.
Frank McHardy
Whisky Advisor
Our Single Malt Magician, Frank, combines his experience at Springbank & Bushmills over 50 years to guide our single malt recipe and process dedicated to maturing in our unique Aussie climate. Another great father figure to ensure the best quality whisky.