The malt is based near Dunsandel and owned by Doug and Gabi Michael.
Michael is a fifth generation malt barley grower from Dunsandel. Gabi is a vet/farmer from Brazil.
They aim to produce the world's best pure malt. Twelve years after establishing their business it is thriving and they export their product to the world. The malt won the 2015 DB Morton Coutts Trophy for Innovation and Achievement. Category finalist was: Rural Tenancy Inspections Ltd.
Selwyn Mayor Kelvin Coe says the businesses and individuals nominated for the awards are inspirational examples to others and he congratulated those who won awards.
"The awards recognise individuals in the community who provide service and inspiration to the wider community and through their efforts help make Selwyn a great place to live," he says.
"They are an opportunity to recognise individuals, groups and businesses that excel in their fields."
Fifty-four nominations were put forward, from which 26 finalists were chosen by 15 expert judges and nine category winners selected.
