Hunter Distillery

Welcome to the Hunter Distillery, located in the heart of Pokolbin within the world-renowned Hunter Valley. While this region is historically famous for its Semillon and Shiraz, we are here to explore a different kind of…

Stepping into the production area, you are entering the industrial heart of the distillery. This is where the 'organic raw sugar' is transformed through the process of fermentation. …

The focal point of the production floor is the array of copper stills. The 'original stills' include the stripping still, which is used for the initial separation of alcohol from the wash. …

Returning to the main building, we find ourselves at the tasting bars, which have been expanded to 'service the large bus groups' that flock to the distillery. The tasting experience here is unique, utilizing 'little test tubes'…

One of the most talked-about products at Hunter Distillery is the 'Mystery Gin.' This spirit is a 'completely left-of-center style' that challenges the traditional concept of gin. Its primary flavor profile is driven by blood…

The best-selling product at the distillery is the 'Caramel Vodka,' affectionately known as 'Butterscotch's Big Brother.' While it shares a flavor profile with traditional butterscotch schnapps, it carries a much higher alcohol…

Beyond the vodkas and gins, Hunter Distillery produces an extensive range of liqueurs and schnapps that showcase the 'fruit of the Hunter.' From 'mango nectar' styles to the floral 'lychee liqueur,' these products are designed…

As we conclude our tour of the Hunter Distillery, I hope you have gained a new appreciation for the 'spirit' of the Hunter Valley. We have witnessed the transformation of organic sugar into high-purity alcohol, marveled at the…