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Dive into Dunedin’s rich spirit heritage with No8 Distillery’s 45-minute tasting tour, sampling five award-winning artisan spirits while uncovering their unique stories.
45 minutes
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Dive into Dunedin’s rich spirit heritage with No8 Distillery’s 45-minute tasting tour, sampling five award-winning artisan spirits while uncovering their unique stories.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
45 minutes
Fitness Level
No physical exertion required; accessible to most adults.
Wildlife
History
Dunedin was founded in 1848 by Scottish settlers and has a rich heritage that informs its modern arts and crafts culture, including distilling.
Conservation
No8 Distillery emphasizes sustainability with locally sourced botanicals and minimal environmental impact in their production methods.
No8 Distillery
Dive into Dunedin’s rich spirit heritage with No8 Distillery’s 45-minute tasting tour, sampling five award-winning artisan spirits while uncovering their unique stories.
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.
Age Requirement
Participants must be 18 years or older to join the tasting tour.
Arrive Early
Arrive a few minutes before your scheduled start to get settled and maximize your tasting experience.
Drink Responsibly
Enjoy the spirits thoughtfully, especially if you have plans to explore Dunedin’s outdoors afterwards.
Accessible Location
No8 Distillery is stroller and wheelchair accessible, making it welcoming for all visitors.
Photo ID
Required for age verification to participate in tastings.
Comfortable Footwear
Wear comfortable shoes suitable for standing indoors during the tour.
Light Layered Clothing
Indoor temperatures may vary, so layers help maintain comfort.
spring|fall|winter
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated, especially while sampling spirits.