Farm-to-Bottle Rum Adventure at Husk Farm Distillery
Difficulty
easy
Duration
90 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for most adults with basic mobility; involves walking around fields and production areas at a relaxed pace.
Overview
Step into the agricultural heart of Husk Farm Distillery and uncover the hands-on journey from sugar cane to rum. Harvest, mill, and sip your own creation on this uniquely sustainable Australian farm-to-bottle rum tour.
Farm to Bottle: Husk Rum Experience
Taste and learn about Husk Rum on this specific experience.
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About This Adventure
Experience the unique farm-to-glass journey at Husk Farm Distillery, where you'll wield a cane knife and learn the art of rum-making. Discover sustainable farming practices, juice your own sugar cane, and savor a refreshing cocktail crafted from your efforts. Immerse yourself in the rich history and operations of this single estate distillery.
Join us at Husk Farm Distillery for an immersive farm-to-glass experience. With a cocktail in one hand and a cane knife in the other, delve into the sustainable farming processes behind Husk Rum.
Duration
90 minutes
About:
At Husk, we are farmers as well as distillers. Husk Rum is one of the world's only single estate, farm to bottle spirits. Join us for an immersive learning experience about our land, history, and rum.
Cane knife in hand you'll learn how we grow our cane, how we harvest, mill, ferment, and barrel age. Go behind the scenes to see our full scale operations including our harvesting shed, sugar mill, and distillery.
You'll juice your own specifically harvested stalk of cane, taste the region in your first sip, and enjoy it in a refreshing cocktail to finish of all your hard farming work.
Includes:
- Make your own Ti-punch Drink On Arrival
- Behind the Scenes Guided Tour of Husk Farm Behind the Scenes Guided Tour of Husk Distillery Juice your own sugar cane
- Husk Rum Tasting in Barrelhouse
- Fresh sugar cane and Husk Rum Cocktail to finish
- Option to book a table at our restaurant before or after your tour
- Exclusive tour discount on retail purchases at the Distillery
Adventure Tips
Wear Closed-Toe Shoes
The tour involves walking through fields and an active distillery where safety requires sturdy footwear.
Book in Advance
Tours, especially on weekends, fill quickly—reserving your spot ahead ensures participation.
Arrive Early
Check in 5-10 minutes before your scheduled tour time; late arrivals cannot be accommodated once tours begin.
No Children Under 18
Due to safety concerns in the working distillery environment, the tour is reserved for adults only.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Rainbow lorikeets frequent the farm’s flowering trees
- Eastern grey kangaroos may be spotted grazing along field edges
History
Husk Rum is crafted on a pioneering single estate distillery, one of the few globally to integrate sustainable farming directly with spirit production.
Conservation
Husk Farm Distillery emphasizes eco-conscious cultivation, minimizing chemical use and maintaining soil health as part of its sustainable farming ethos.
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Recommended Gear
Closed-toe Shoes
Protects feet while walking through agricultural fields and the distillery.
Sun Hat
Useful for sun protection during field walking in the warmer months.
summer specific
Light Waterproof Jacket
Keeps you dry during occasional showers without overheating.
spring|fall|winter specific
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated while touring the farm and distillery grounds.