Itinerant Spirits

Itinerant Spirits

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Restaurant and Cafe

Highlights

  • Savour exceptional cocktails crafted from locally grown grains and hand-foraged botanicals in a historic 1860s setting.
  • Explore the working distillery through glass walls, gaining insight into the art of spirit making and craftsmanship.
  • Relax beneath grand heritage ceilings while enjoying seasonal dishes designed to complement each unique spirit.
  • Join a guided tour to uncover the stories behind Ballarat's spirits, enhancing your understanding of local distilling traditions.
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Itinerant Spirits in Ballarat offers an elevated distillery experience for locals and travellers who appreciate exceptional cocktails, flavour-led dining and the art of spirit making.

Set within the historic 1860s Ballarat Goods Shed, the venue brings together on-site distilling of Gallivanter Gin, Vansetter Vodka and Whiskey with a contemporary cocktail bar and seasonal dishes designed to complement each spirit.

Craftsmanship is central to the experience. Each small-batch spirit is created using locally grown grains, pure volcanic spring water and hand-foraged native botanicals, reflecting a strong connection to Ballarat’s landscape. Visitors can view the working distillery through glass walls, relax beneath grand heritage ceilings or join a guided distillery tour and tasting that reveals the stories and techniques behind the spirits.

Its central location enhances every visit. Positioned directly opposite Ballarat Station, Itinerant Spirits is an easy two-minute walk for train travellers and offers free onsite parking for those arriving by car. The venue sits just a short stroll from Ballarat’s goldrush architecture, ten minutes from the Art Gallery of Ballarat and within easy driving distance of Lake Wendouree and Sovereign Hill. Sustainable design and locally sourced ingredients honour the region’s history while supporting mindful travel.

Perfect for a weekend getaway or a stop on a regional road trip, this destination invites visitors to slow down, explore and experience a memorable taste of Ballarat’s spirit.

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Features

  • Alfresco/Outdoor Dining
  • Bar
  • Carpark
  • Cellar Door
  • Entertainment
  • Family Friendly
  • Live Music
  • Non Smoking
  • Online Orders
  • Private Dining Area
  • Shop / Gift Shop
  • Suitable for Functions
  • Takeaway Available

Current offers

Cocktail Making Class at Itinerant Spirits
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Cocktail Making Class at Itinerant Spirits

Get hands-on with the art of spirits and cocktails. This immersive class invites curious creators behind the scenes of Gallivanter Gin and Vansetter Vodka, blending seasonal, locally sourced ingredients with expert mixology. Sip a refreshing welcome drink, uncover the distillery’s story, then craft two premium cocktails while mastering balance, flavour and technique in an intimate, fun-filled session.

Distillery Tour and Tasting at Itinerant Spirits
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Distillery Tour and Tasting at Itinerant Spirits

Step inside Ballarat’s working distillery and taste the spirit of the region. This guided tour takes you from grain to glass as you explore Gallivanter Gin, Vansetter Vodka and the emerging whisky program. Watch the distillery in action, hear the stories behind each spirit, and enjoy a curated tasting flight that celebrates flavour, craftsmanship and local character, all just steps from Ballarat Station.

Accessibility

Actively welcomes people with access needs.

General access

  • Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
  • Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
  • Employs people with disabilities.
  • Staff are trained in disability awareness.
  • Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
  • Website meets <a href="https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/" target="_blank">WCAG 2.0</a> accessibility standards

Physical – Wheelchair

  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.

  • A step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
  • Step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar
  • At least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high).

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