Never Never Distilling Co
In the heart of the Hunter Valley wine country, Never Never Distilling Co brings a bold, modern edge to the region's celebrated spirits scene. This award-winning craft distillery is a must for anyone who appreciates small-batch gin, vodka, or a killer cocktail. Housed in a sleek, industrial-chic space, the distillery offers tastings and tours that reveal the art and science behind their triple-distilled spirits. The vibe is unpretentious and passionate — exactly what you want from a world-class craft producer.
Highlights & What to See
- Distillery Tasting Flight — Sample their signature Southern Strength Gin, Triple Juniper Gin, and the exceptional Barrel-Aged Gin, each bursting with native Australian botanicals.
- Behind-the-Scenes Tour — A guided walk through the copper stills and production area, where you'll learn about their unique distillation process and the story behind the brand.
- Gin Blending Workshop — Roll up your sleeves and create your own bespoke gin blend to take home — a hands-on experience that's both educational and delicious.
- Distillery Bar & Terrace — Relax with a perfectly mixed G&T or a seasonal cocktail on the outdoor terrace, overlooking the vines and rolling hills of Pokolbin.
- Retail & Gift Shop — Pick up a bottle of your favourite spirit, along with limited-edition releases and distillery merch.
Suggested Time to Spend
Allow 1.5 to 2 hours for a relaxed tasting and a stroll through the distillery. If you book the gin blending workshop, set aside a full morning or afternoon. Most visitors combine a visit here with a wine tasting or two — it's an easy stop on a self-drive Hunter Valley itinerary.
Nearby Areas Worth Combining
- Pokolbin — The heart of Hunter Valley wine country, with dozens of cellar doors, restaurants, and the Hunter Valley Gardens.
- Hunter Valley Wine Country — Explore iconic wineries like Tyrrell's, Brokenwood, and McGuigan, all within a 15-minute drive.
- Cessnock — A historic coal-mining town turned wine hub, with a growing food scene and the Hunter Valley Visitor Information Centre.
- Rothbury — Home to the stunning Rothbury Estate and the annual Hunter Valley Wine & Food Festival.
- Broke — A quieter sub-region with boutique wineries, horse riding, and the scenic Broke Road drive.
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Image credits
- Pokolbin — Sardaka ( talk ) 09:13, 15 December 2008 (UTC) / CC BY 3.0
- Hunter Valley Wine Country — F Delventhal / CC BY 2.0
- Cessnock — Bidgee / CC BY-SA 3.0 au
- Broke — Eva Rinaldi Celebrity Photographer / CC BY-SA 2.0