Gins of the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges

World Gin Day is officially the second Saturday of June each year, but every day is a great day to enjoy quality, artisanal and internationally awarded gins.

If you haven’t yet enjoyed a gin paddle experience at one of our incredible distilleries, we’ve got a couple of great reasons why the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges are the perfect destination for a Gin Trail.

This super popular spirit has enjoyed a huge resurgence and it’s no wonder when you taste the contemporary gins being crafted today – aromatic, subtle, sophisticated and delicious.

Where are our favourite places?

Four Pillars Distillery, Healesville

For lovers of gin, Four Pillars Distillery needs to be on your must-visit list. Hugely popular and rightly so, the impressively awarded distillery is a favourite for locals and tourists alike.

From gin drinks and gin tastings to a number of small group masterclasses, including a Maker Session where guests can distil their own gin from scratch, Four Pillars offers a range of experiences that showcase their love for craft distilling.

After your tasting or class, take the time to enjoy a great meal in their restaurant, which is filled with gin-inspired snacks!

Although they are open seven days a week, be sure to book if you're visiting on a weekend or public holiday, as they can book out quickly!

Rochford Wines Gin Bar, Coldstream

When you make great wine, it stands to reason you make great gin and that's exactly why you need to visit Rochford Wines' Gin Bar.

Located in their Isabella Restaurant, Rochford Wines have teamed up with the talented Alchemy Distillery crew to create a range of gins that take the Rochford wine experience to a whole new level.

When infused into gin, the essence of each wine is clearly expressed. Light, bright and clean Chardonnay notes, strawberries and cream characters in the Rosé and dark, rich and lush Pinot Noir tones and sumptuous Shiraz flavours are then matched with complementing botanicals.

Join the Rochford Wines team for a guided gin tasting, then choose from a selection of classic gin cocktails to enjoy in their stunning venue. Sounds perfect to us!

Naught Distilling, Eltham

Pop into Naught Distilling's bar in Eltham and we're confident you'll appreciate exactly why they've been internationally recognised.

Their elegant 1920s classic speakeasy-style cocktail bar is the best place to explore their range of premium gins which are made using the finest botanicals and best distillation methods.

In addition to an extensive range of delicious cocktails, you'll also love their bar snacks with items such as meatballs, bruschetta and a cheese board to share amongst your family and friends.

We guarantee you'll be back for their gin masterclasses!

Imbue Distillery, Research

Not afraid to play with flavours and push the boundaries to bring you new and nostalgic experiences, Imbue Distillery is ready to welcome you.

The distillery's four owners and founders share 60 years of experience in Melbourne's food industry and their distillery in Research is where the magic happens.

Taste and shop the full range of delicious spirits rich with flavour. Could this be your new favourite?