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The original Derwent Distillery, Tasmania’s second legal still, started life as a brewery (sort of) before eventually turning to distilling in 1823.
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Instagram post 18187819786011821 The recently completed @whittonmalthouse in NSW is inspiring a whole new vision for Australian whisky making. The state-of-the-art maltings, adventure park and hospitality space has set out to transform the way Australian distillers and brewers use grains and malts. But if you’re partial to a spot of lake golf, Murray Cod fishing and dining out on delicious local produce, they’ve got that covered, too! If you're a whisky and beer fan, it’s time for a road trip. Link in bio for the full story behind this incredible project. . . . Lead image: Whitton Malt House
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