Western Tiers Distillery
Highlights
- Savour award-winning spirits crafted from local ingredients at Western Tiers Distillery, nestled at the base of the Great Western Tiers.
- Enjoy panoramic views of the working distillery while sampling a flight of spirits inspired by Tasmania's pristine landscapes.
- Experience the unique character of triple-distilled single malt whisky, reflecting the purity of the region's lakes.
- Relax in the alfresco dining area, perfect for families and pet-friendly gatherings amidst Tasmania's natural beauty.
Western Tiers Distillery is where Tasmania’s natural beauty meets world-class distilling. Nestled at the base of the Great Western Tiers, the distillery is a celebration of place and passion — crafting award-winning whiskies, gins, vodkas, and spirits that reflect the purity and character of the region.
The Cellar Door offers panoramic views into the working distillery, where every drop is created with precision and pride. Each spirit is inspired by local landmarks — from the triple-distilled single malt whisky, named after the region’s pristine lakes, to the gins and vodkas that capture the essence of the rugged landscape.
Whether you’re sampling a flight of spirits, enjoying a cocktail made with handcrafted products, or taking home a bottle that tells a Tasmanian story — Western Tiers Distillery offers a truly distinctive and memorable experience.
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Accreditations
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Features
Current offers
Behind the stills winter indulgence experience
Embrace the cooler season with a warming whisky and intimate behind the scenes journey at our working distillery. Tour behind the stills before settling into a guided tasting of three spirits, perfectly paired with award-winning Ashgrove cheeses and handcrafted Anvers chocolates infused with our own spirits.
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.
- Staff are trained in disability awareness.
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
- Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Staff are trained in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges.
- Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Vision
Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Uses easy to read fonts in their signage and communication materials (Helvetica and Arial).
- Staff are trained in customer service for people with vision loss (training would incorporate way finding and communicating with people with vision loss).
- An appropriate area for toileting an assistance dog is available.
- Handrails on all stairways
- Exit signs which are visible at a ground level (high level signs are difficult to see in a fire) are available.
Hearing
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- Staff are trained in communicating with people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Uses floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
- Grab rails in the bathroom
- Seating in common areas including reception area
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
- 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
- A wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room is available.
- At least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high).
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
- Modify their cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc).
- Staff are trained to respond to allergic reactions.
- Complies with The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation.
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