Please refer to your voucher for final information regarding meeting points, pick-up locations, and pick-up time
Meeting point description: Please meet at outside the BentSpoke Brewery, 10 minutes before the tour departure time(BentSpoke Brewing Co., 48/38 Mort St, Braddon ACT 2612, Australia)
Minimum age for the tour: 18 years old
The minimum drinking age is 18 years
Please wear closed-toe shoes for this activity
The Canberra drinks tour provides a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes at various venues. Visitors can typically expect guided tastings, learning about the production processes from local experts, and experiencing the diverse range of beverages that define the Capital's acclaimed drinks scene. This includes insight into winemaking, brewing, and distilling.
Canberra's cool-climate wine region is particularly celebrated for its high-quality Shiraz Viognier and Riesling. These varieties thrive in the local terroir, often exhibiting distinct regional characteristics. Many wineries also produce excellent Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, showcasing the region's versatility.
Many wineries and distilleries in the Canberra region offer bistro-style restaurants, cafes, or platters featuring local produce. While specific dining availability varies by venue, the tour aims to showcase a comprehensive experience, which can include opportunities to pair beverages with light meals or snacks depending on the selected stops.
The Canberra brewery, winery, and distillery tour typically includes dedicated transportation to ensure a seamless and safe experience between all featured venues. This allows participants to fully enjoy the tastings and insights without worrying about driving or navigating. The specific vehicle type may vary but is designed for comfortable travel.
On a Canberra brewery, winery, and distillery tour, the time allocated at each venue is typically optimized for a comprehensive experience. This allows guests sufficient time for guided tastings, exploring the facilities, and engaging with experts. While durations vary, stops are designed to provide a thorough insight into each location's operations and offerings.
Visitors on the tour can expect to gain exclusive "behind the scenes" access, learning directly about the craft and processes involved in producing Canberra's finest beverages. This often includes guided tours of production facilities, insights into ingredient selection, fermentation, distillation, and aging techniques, offered by the makers themselves.
The venues chosen for this tour are selected to represent the excellence and diversity of Canberra's thriving drinks scene. They are often recognized for their commitment to quality, innovative production methods, and unique character, offering visitors a curated insight into the region's acclaimed winemaking, brewing, and distilling traditions.
To fully enjoy the tastings, it's recommended to pace yourself and stay hydrated by drinking water between samples. Engaging with the hosts and asking questions about their production methods and philosophies can enhance the experience. Many recommend starting with lighter varieties and progressing to bolder flavors.