Rainforest & Gin Tasting at Cape Byron Distillery
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels—tour involves gentle walking on soft rainforest terrain.
Overview
Walk through native rainforest botanicals before diving into a guided tasting of Brookie’s Byron gin at Cape Byron Distillery. Discover how nature and craft combine in this unforgettable tasting experience near Byron Bay.
Rainforest & Gin Tasting Tour
MOST POPULAR! • 1hr15 • Explore our beautiful rainforest and learn about our distilling process!
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About This Adventure
A Truly Unique Rainforest & Distillery Tour Experience
Duration
1 hour 15 Minutes
Includes
• A G&T on arrival • A tasting of 3x gins & 1x liqueur • 10% off all products showcased within the tour
About
Our tours kick off on the balcony of our distillery where you are greeted with a Brookie's Byron gin and tonic on arrival. After hearing a bit about our story, your guide will take you on a walk through our regenerated subtropical rainforest where you will become well acquainted with the native ingredients used in our gin. After that, we will come back up to the distillery for an extended, guided tasting while learning all about the art of distillation. After the tour, groups are more than welcome to hang out on the balcony and enjoy a drink or a DIY grazing platter overlooking the rainforest.
To finish on a high note, all of our attendees will receive a 10% discount on Brookie's purchases in the cellar door following their tour!
Please keep in mind that a portion of this tour takes place walking through our regenerated rainforest, so please wear something comfortable to walk in.
Minors under 12 years of age can accompany their parents on the tour free of charge.
Adventure Tips
Wear Comfortable Shoes
A portion of the tour involves walking through uneven rainforest terrain—closed-toe shoes with good grip are recommended.
Hydrate Before the Tour
Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated, especially during warmer months, as you'll be outdoors for an hour-plus.
Limit Alcohol Intake if Driving
The tour includes alcohol tastings—plan your transport accordingly to stay safe after the experience.
Wear Sun Protection
Parts of the distillery balcony and rainforest trail are exposed—hat and sunscreen help prevent sunburn.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Lyrebirds known for their mimicking calls
- Crimson Rosellas brightening the forest canopy
History
The subtropical forests around McLeods Shoot have been undergoing regeneration after logging, helping restore native ecosystems critical to local distilling botanicals.
Conservation
Cape Byron Distillery supports sustainable harvesting and rainforest regeneration efforts, ensuring their ingredient sources remain healthy and abundant.
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Recommended Gear
Closed-toe walking shoes
Protects feet during rainforest walk and offers better traction on varied surfaces.
Sun hat
Shields face and neck from sun exposure on open parts of the tour.
spring|summer|fall specific
Light rain jacket
Useful if showers occur during transitional seasons.
spring|fall specific
Reusable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated during outdoor portions of the experience.