Guided By Nature

Premium Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky, Gin and Liqueurs from The Derwent Valley

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Begin your whisky journey with a private cask, crafted just for you.

Whether it’s for a special occasion or a long-term investment, a private cask from Derwent Distillery is the ultimate whisky experience.

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Botrytis Cask Single Malt Whisky

Distilled in the Scottish style, by our Head Distiller Robbie. Our small batch expressions vary from traditional to experimental; and we guarantee you’ll want a few wee drams.

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Derwent Distillery Tasmania

Inspiration for our gins comes from the unique environment surrounding our distillery. We use Tasmanian ingredients, some even foraged from our distillery site, distilled in our copper pot stills.

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Last Sanctuary Native Dry Gin

An ode to the Tasmanian wild. Created using foraged native botanicals from our distillery site, freshly picked by us. Created in a traditional dry gin method, with a refreshing Tasmanian zing.

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Create your own gin

With our expertise and passion, you can bring your vision to life and enjoy a truly one-of-a-kind gin.

 

OUR DISTILLERY

 

Nestled on the banks of Tasmania’s Derwent River, you’ll find our distillery.

Owned and operated by Emma and Robbie Gilligan, a couple with abundant experience in the Tasmanian spirits industry - who together produce award-winning small batch Derwent Distillery Single Malt Whisky and Last Sanctuary Gin.

Always guided by nature.

 

SPIRITS WITH A LIGHTER FOOTPRINT

Locally Sourced Botanicals

Solar-Powered Production

Rehabilitating habitat for native animals

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Have you visited our distillery yet? Now the weather is warming up it’s the perfect time to head out and visit our picturesque river side distillery.
Robbie has been checking our casks and has picked a cracking single cask to release for this year’s
A Sip of Whisky History - Join us in the Whisky Lounge at Narryna for an evening where heritage meets the dram.
Tasmanian Whisky Week is just around the corner — and our special event is selling fast. Join us under the stars...
Our cellar door will be back open to the public from Wednesday 23 July. The alpacas are excited to welcome guests once again (and get more treats).
Our crisp air, fresh water and mercurial climate help create perfect whisky making conditions.