Foraging at Dusk with Seadrift Distillery on Freshwater Beach
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves slow-paced walking on uneven terrain and light wading.
Overview
Join Aboriginal elder Clarence Bruinsman for a dusk foraging walk on Freshwater Beach, then taste award-winning non-alcoholic spirits at Seadrift Distillery. Connect with Sydney’s coastal heritage through land, sea, and craft.
Foraging at Dusk
For all ages! • 3 hours • Embrace the dawn while exploring the craft of non-alcoholic distillation
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About This Adventure
Experience the magic of foraging at dusk on Sydney's Freshwater Beach, guided by Aboriginal elder Clarence Bruinsman. Discover local sea kelp and its cultural significance, then join Master Distiller Alastair to learn about crafting award-winning non-alcoholic spirits. Enjoy tastings and take home a unique bottle as a cherished memento.
An unforgettable experience!
Duration
3 hours
About
Our ‘Foraging at Dusk’ experience is designed to provide deep experience of the art of botanical non-alcoholic distilling, the connection to our local land, and why this is one of the worlds fastest growing categories.
Meet on Freshwater beach, as the sun goes down on one of Sydney’s most stunning beaches, to learn all about the local area and sea botanicals with aboriginal elder Clarence Bruinsma (Yaegl). Hear how the aboriginal people have foraged from the local lands for 50,000 years and the role native botanicals and local sea kelps have in the traditions of the Gadigal people.
Discover the different local varieties of sea kelp, how to sustainably forage seaweed and its incredible wide range of uses. Then prepare to get wet, as you have a go at foraging on the shoreline, or into the shallows (optional of course!)
Come back to the distillery and join Alastair, our Master Distiller to learn all about how we use sea kelp as part of our fresh botanicals to distill Seadrift Non-Alcoholic spirits. Learn about the unique production process, how we create taste without ethanol and how important the connection to our local area through our ingredients is.
Enjoy a tasting session of our three international award winning zero-alcohol spirits. Finish up by selecting a bottle to take with you as a memento of your time with us at Seadrift. This tour has been curated for foodies, budding foragers, and those interested in forging a deeper connection with the source of their food and drink. It is also perfect for the sober curious and those who really want to understand how the best non-alcoholic spirits are produced.
Tour Inclusions:
● Welcome Seadrift zero alcohol spritz and nibbles on arrival. ● Acknowledgement of country honouring the land's indigenous people and unseeded land ● Beach foraging tour with local Aboriginal elder. ● Tour of Seadrift, Australia’s first non-alcoholic distillery. ● Spirit tasting of all 3 Seadrift spirits ● A bottle of Seadrift non-alcoholic spirit to take home.
Please note
Please note, sunset times vary depending on the time of the year. Please be advised that you will receive an email 2 days prior to your tour confirming meet up time
Adventure Tips
Wear water-resistant footwear
Expect to walk along rocky and wet shorelines; sturdy footwear will keep you comfortable and safe.
Bring a reusable water bottle
Hydration is key during the tour, especially as it combines physical activity with tastings.
Prepare for cooler temperatures at dusk
Even in Sydney’s mild climate, the coastal breeze can chill quickly after sunset—dress in layers.
Photography without flash recommended
Capture the dusky beach hues naturally without disturbing wildlife or tour participants.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- eastern water dragons sunning near the shore
- occasional sightings of grey-headed flying foxes at dusk
History
The Gadigal people have harvested sea kelp and native botanicals along these shores for tens of thousands of years, making the area a site of deep cultural importance.
Conservation
Seadrift Distillery practices sustainable foraging methods to protect local seaweed populations and minimize environmental impact on the shoreline.
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Recommended Gear
Water-resistant hiking shoes
Protect your feet during walks on wet rocks and sandy beach.
Layered clothing
Adjusts to cooling temperatures as dusk settles along the coast.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the foraging and tasting experience.
Compact camera or smartphone
Capture the natural light and landscape without disturbing the environment.