Unleash your inner distiller with hands-on gin and vodka-making at No8 Distillery. Create personalized spirits infused with local botanicals and learn the craft from seasoned experts. A flavorful, educational experience not to miss.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required, just a curious palate and willingness to learn
Wildlife
History
No8 Distillery has been part of the local craft scene since 2010, emphasizing traditional methods combined with modern twists.
Conservation
The distillery commits to sustainable practices, including composting and sourcing local ingredients to minimize ecological impact.
No8 Distillery
Unleash your inner distiller with hands-on gin and vodka-making at No8 Distillery. Create personalized spirits infused with local botanicals and learn the craft from seasoned experts. A flavorful, educational experience not to miss.
No8 Distillery is a craft distillery and cellar door located in Dunedin, Otago, offering immersive spirit experiences for visitors and locals. The distillery produces a range of artisan spirits — including gin, rum, vodka, liqueurs and absinthe — showcased through guided tastings, workshops and paired events.
Guests can join a concise Tasting Tour to sample five award-winning spirits or extend the experience on the Discover Tour to taste eight handcrafted varieties while learning the stories behind each bottling. Hands-on options include a Gin Making Workshop where participants create their own gin or vodka using locally foraged botanicals, and a 90-minute Tour & Hands-on Cocktail session that combines a guided distillery tour, five spirit tastings and a cocktail class.
For those seeking an elevated pairing, the NZ Chocolate + Artisan Spirits Pairing matches five New Zealand craft chocolates with No8 spirits to explore complementary flavor profiles. No8 also offers a unique half-day Foraging Journey led by the Master Distiller, blending a scenic 2km hike around Dunedin with lessons on native plants and how foraged botanicals influence spirit production.
Many experiences conclude with cellar door purchases, and select tours include a 5% discount on bottles bought after the tasting. The distillery emphasizes transparency in production and hands-on learning, with staff-led tours that focus on craft distillation techniques and flavor development. No8 Distillery provides approachable, educational experiences suited to spirit enthusiasts, couples, small groups and visitors seeking authentic Otago artisanal flavours. Experiences vary in length, from a 45-minute tasting to a half-day foraging journey experience.
Location
Dunedin, Otago
Central South Island cellar door
Award-winning
Award-winning spirits
Multiple spirits referenced as award-winning
Tours Offered
6 experiences
From tastings to workshops and foraging
Cellar Door Offer
5% discount
On purchases after select tours
Select a tasting, workshop, pairing or the foraging journey to explore award-winning spirits and hands-on distilling techniques.
Book in advance
Workshops tend to fill up quickly, so reserve your spot early.
Taste local botanicals
Pay attention to the botanicals used—they reflect the region's unique flavors.
Bring a bottle for storage
Bring a suitable container to carry your personalized spirit home.
Arrive early
Getting to the workshop a few minutes early maximizes your experience.
Personal bottle or container
Ideal for carrying home your custom spirit.
Notebook and pen
Helpful for taking notes on your flavor combinations.
Comfortable clothing
Wear clothes that can get a little splashed or stained during the process.
ID for registration
Needed for sign-in and age verification.