90-minute unique tour of Killara Distillery
Small groups, copper stills and close-up pours: Killara Distillery’s Exclusive Whisky Experience is a 90-minute, behind-the-scenes tasting in Richmond, Tasmania. Book early—groups cap at six and the format rewards questions.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
90 minutes
Fitness Level
Light — suitable for most visitors who can stand for short periods and walk short distances
Wildlife
History
Richmond is a Georgian-era town with a convict-built stone bridge and early nineteenth-century buildings that give context to the region’s agricultural roots.
Conservation
Support local producers and follow pack-in/pack-out etiquette; small distilleries benefit from mindful visitation and minimal-waste practices.
Killara Distillery
90-minute unique tour of Killara Distillery
Killara Distillery is a craft distillery in Richmond, Tasmania that offers hands-on tours, tastings, and educational courses.
The venue presents a Distillery Tour and Tasting with exclusive seasonal tastings tailored for visitors, an Exclusive Whisky Experience with behind-the-scenes access, and a Tasting Experience that runs for twenty minutes and highlights whiskies, gins and seasonal spirits. The business also runs a Distiller for a Day program where participants craft a spirit to take home. Its two-day Original Distillery School is a hands-on course covering brewing, barrel selection, recipe development and licensing; places are limited to ensure focused instruction. Tours and experiences are led by on-site staff and include explanations of production processes, flavour profiles and craft techniques. Booking information, session times and availability are managed by Killara Distillery; visitors should consult the distillery for current schedules and requirements. Located in Richmond, the distillery integrates local Tasmanian character into its programs and uses seasonal releases as part of its tasting lineup. Killara Distillery focuses on practical learning, curated tasting sessions and a variety of entry points for enthusiasts and aspiring distillers. Offerings include short-format tastings, exclusive whisky sessions, immersive day-long programs and an extended distillery school designed to equip participants with practical skills and confidence in craft spirit production. Visitors can sample bold whiskies, herbal gins and seasonal spirits across multiple tasting formats, and can choose short guided tastings or more exclusive private sessions when available. The distillery also supports guests seeking practical guidance for small-scale production planning. Staff provide clear instruction on processes ideal for hobbyists and emerging distillery operators where applicable locally.
Location
Richmond, Tasmania
On-site distillery experiences
Course Length
2-day
Original Distillery School duration
Tours Offered
5 experiences
Range from 20 minutes to two days
Tasting Length
20 minutes
Tasting Experience duration
Reserve tastings, Distiller for a Day sessions or the two-day distillery school—limited school places available.
Book early
Tours are limited to six guests; reserve in advance to secure weekend slots.
Bring photo ID
Minimum age is 18—carry valid identification for tastings.
Wear closed-toe shoes
You’ll move through production areas and across a short outdoor path between buildings.
Take tasting notes
Bring a small notebook to record aromas and differences between pours.
Photo ID
Required for alcohol service and age verification.
Closed-toe shoes
Protects your feet while touring production and storage areas.
Weatherproof jacket
Tasmania’s weather can turn cool and wet; a lightweight jacket helps outdoors between buildings.
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Small notebook and pen
Useful for jotting tasting notes and observations during the guided flight.