The Drink Show is touring Kiama for one exclusive day only - and with a strictly limited line-up of exclusive craft distillers, tickets will move fast.
This boutique coastal tasting event gives guests rare access to small-batch spirits, unlimited samples, bottle sales, meet-the-maker moments, and a choice of premium masterclasses you won’t find anywhere else.
With demand already building and capacity capped to keep the experience intimate, this is your chance to secure a spot before Kiama’s debut Drink Show sells out.
Tasting Sessions:
Trade & Media Session - FREE - 11.15am - 12.15pm
Session 1 - 12.30pm - 2.30pm
Session 2 - 3pm - 5pm
Session 3 - 6pm - 8pm
Strictly limited to 250 ticket holders per tasting session
Masterclass Sessions:
'The Secret Blend Behind Australia’s Best Whisky 2025' - by Rod Berry / Amber Lane - 2.30pm - 3.00pm
'Summer Drinks with Ester Spirits' - by Felix Clarke / Ester Spirits - 4.00pm - 4.45pm
Strictly limited to 30 ticket holders per Masterclass
Benefits of Attending The Drink Show
1.Discover what you can’t find in bottle shops
Access unique, small-batch craft spirits and innovative drinks that aren’t mass-market - many you’ll only encounter at The Drink Show.
2.Meet the makers, not just the brands
Chat directly with distillers and drink innovators who pour their passion into every bottle.
3.Taste before you buy (then take bottles home!)
Try with confidence, then purchase your favourites to enjoy later - curated, quality bottles you’ll actually want on your shelf.
4.Experience the future of drinking
Explore trending, cutting-edge products - from new-style spirits to modern RTDs, low/no options, and experimental flavours.
5.A curated showcase, not a crowded festival
Intimate, hall-based format designed for real conversations, better tastings and a more premium experience.
6.Perfect for curious drinkers and collectors
Whether you’re a casual taster or a serious spirits enthusiast, there’s something exciting and new to uncover.
7.Support independent Australian producers
Your ticket directly helps small, innovative makers thrive and grow.
8.Masterclasses that elevate your knowledge
Learn from industry experts and deepen your appreciation of craft drinks.
9.A fun, social day out with like-minded people
Great atmosphere, great drinks, great conversations - ideal with friends or for a date day.
10.Be first to discover your next favourite drink
Get ahead of trends and say “I tried that before everyone else.”
Florcita was born from Pat and Louise’s passion for quality and unforgettable experiences. They launched the brand for one simple but special reason - believing that sharing food and drinks brings people together. Inspired by their travels through Italy, Barcelona, Ibiza, the Greek Islands, Singapore, and Dubai, they set out to capture that holiday feeling and bring it home in every bottle of Florcita Tequila.
Pat & Louise
Amber Lane crafts refined, traditional-style whisky that balances the natural sweetness of barley with the depth of aged casks from Spain and Kentucky. For co-founder Rod, whisky is about connection, camaraderie, and generosity - a shared journey of celebration and discovery. Guided by humility and adventure, Amber Lane has earned national and international acclaim as one of Australia’s leading whisky distilleries.
Rod & Phil
Thank You to Our Exhibitors
The Drink Show exists because of the passion, creativity and commitment of our independent exhibitors – the distillers, brewers, and modern drinks makers who bring innovation, authenticity and craft to every pour. They are the heart of this event, taking risks, investing in their brands and sharing their stories with you. By attending, tasting, asking questions and choosing independent, you are directly supporting small producers, regional communities and the future of Australia’s drinks industry. Your support doesn’t just make this show possible – it helps these makers thrive.
Banks & Solander began in 2014 after a few home-still experiments and a trip to Tasmania sparked a bigger dream. By 2019, the team was crafting the spirits they love - gins, vodkas, rums, and liqueurs made with care and curiosity. Each creation reflects their passion for flavour and their drive to keep experimenting. Built on quality, community, and sustainability, every bottle they make is about connection as much as craft.
Ed & Marty
Banks & Solander Distillery
Eureka Distilling
North of Eden was founded on the NSW Sapphire Coast by a small, passionate team dedicated to crafting world-class gin with a true sense of place. Using traditional copper stills and locally grown Australian juniper, they produce small-batch spirits that celebrate quality, sustainability, and community. Their award-winning spirits reflect a deep respect for the land, the craft, and the people who share their love of a perfect pour.
Gavin & Karen
Eureka Distilling is a craft distillery driven by the spirit of discovery. They combine time-honoured techniques with modern, innovative methods, sourcing the finest grains and botanicals to produce an exceptionally smooth and complex range of spirits. Every batch represents a moment of triumph - the successful realization of an ambitious vision for flavour, resulting in a distinct collection that invites enthusiasts to share in the joy of a flawless find.
Philip & Stephen
Ester Spirits Founders Felix and Corinna bring creativity and curiosity to every bottle. Felix - a free thinker and lifelong hospitality veteran - has worked across hotels, cocktail bars, and pubs, always drawn to the craft of service and storytelling. Corinna, a collector of treasures and tales, comes from a family of non-conformists whose artistry and adventure inspire her love of the extraordinary. Together, they distil playfulness and passion into every creation.
Felix & Corinna
Amber Lane
Ester Spirits
Florcita Tequila
Prohibition Liquor Co.
Prohibition Liquor Co. was created by a couple of Adelaide lads with a dream to create a world class neat-drinking gin. Their journey started in a humble backyard garage in 2015. Fast forward to 2017, and with a move into the city, the beautiful copper still 'Mary' was commissioned to distil all artisan small batch spirits on-site.
Today our character-filled Distillery and Tasting Room located in the heart of Adelaide CBD provides a cosy environment for you to enjoy a G&T with friends and the opportunity to explore from their award-winning range of gins and pre-mix cocktails each featuring unique flavour profiles, and hand-crafted with passion using the world's finest botanicals.
Adam & Hugh
North of Eden
TANICA
TANICA is a distinctly Australian aperitif made for the easy, generous way we like to drink today. Founded by Northern Beaches local Adriane McDermott, it captures the bright, relaxed, coastal character of Sydney. Crafted with strawberry gum leaf and hand-harvested Davidson’s plum, TANICA delivers a fresh, tart and vibrant style of aperitif - a modern nod to lemon-lime-and-bitters with enough bite for the bitter drinker yet approachable for all.
Designed for spritzes and light daytime cocktails, TANICA has grown through 20,000+ tastings and close work with leading venues such as Applejack Hospitality Group, The Langham Gold Coast and Chiswick Woollahra. By December 2025, it was clear Australia is ready for a spritz culture that feels genuinely its own - and TANICA is leading that shift.
Adriane
Bunker Distillery
From a humble camp-fire chat to a fully-fledged craft distillery, Bunker Distillery founders Phil and Stacy have turned their passion for Australia’s rugged landscapes into spirits that tell a story. Nestled in Spring Grove in the Northern Rivers, they use mineral-rich spring water, wild-foraged botanicals and age-honoured distilling methods to create small-batch gins, agave spirits, whisky and vodka that embody a spirit of adventure, deep connection to place and commitment to quality.
Phil & Stacy
Finders Distillery
Founded by Kyle and Georgia, Finders Distillery was born from a shared passion for travel, craftsmanship, and authentic Australian produce. After leaving their careers - Kyle as an Air Force engineer and Georgia in fashion and liquor buying - the pair spent two years exploring the world, discovering a love for distilleries and the stories behind them.
Back home in North Sydney, they channelled that inspiration into creating spirits that celebrate place and provenance. From their award-winning Australian Dry Gin and Vodka, crafted with local Wattle Seed and Native Gum, to their Location Series highlighting regional botanicals from across Australia, every bottle from Finders Distillery tells a story of adventure, creativity, and homegrown flavour.
Kyle & Georgia
Phoenix Distilling Co., nestled in the heart of the Hunter Valley, craft small-batch spirits with intention, locality and flair. From their crisp, elegant Vodka and our signature Phoenix Fine Gin to vibrant flavoured liqueurs like Hibiscus, Lime, Black Cherry and Turkish Delight, every bottle is a celebration of bold flavour and creative distillation.
Rooted in sustainable practices and community collaboration, their spirits tell the story of the region - its terroir, its people, its pioneering spirit. Raise a glass of their Island Daydream or Scarlet Nights Gin, or savour their Old Duke’s Apple Pie Moonshine, and you’re tasting more than a drink - you’re joining a vision of the Hunter on the world map.
Ian & Kellie
Phoenix Distilling Co
Noble Bootleggers
Noble Bootleggers began behind the bar, founded by Daniel and Kristin, who met in Melbourne’s hospitality scene before creating The Noble Experiment - a New York-style speakeasy known for bold, immersive cocktails. After a guest suggested taking the experience beyond the bar, they sold the venue in 2018, began distilling in their garage, and later moved operations to “Whisky Hill Farm” in Longlea near Greater Bendigo.
Today, sustainability drives their small-batch craft. Spent botanicals are repurposed into soaps, feed, or soil boosters, and they collaborate with local producers to minimise waste. Their story is one of creativity, community, and purpose-craft spirits made with intention and ambition.
Daniel & Kristin
Grand Matriarch Distilling Company is a family-owned micro-distillery on the Sapphire Coast, crafting smooth, expressive vodkas that celebrate both place and process. Using premium sugar cane from the Clarence River region and thoughtful small-batch distillation in Merimbula, we’ve grown from a home-kitchen passion into an award-winning operation dedicated to clarity, character, and genuine craft.
Our range includes classic vodka alongside flavours such as Pineapple, Passionfruit, Vanilla, Espresso, Spiced Apple and Butterscotch, all presented in our reusable silver bottles. With gold-medal recognition at the World Vodka Awards and a growing Australian following, we invite you to discover the flavour, spirit, and creativity that define Grand Matriarch.
Coral
Grand Matriarch Distilling Co
Unexpected Guest Distillery
Unexpected Guest Distillery is a quirky, fun Marrickville-based craft distillery and cocktail bar that blends bold flavours with a lively, industrial atmosphere. With its open stills, bright orange Kombi, and hands-on experiences-from gin flights to crowd-favourite masterclasses-the brand offers more than spirits; it delivers a playful, immersive world full of character.
Focused on quality, creativity, and community, Unexpected Guest showcases locally inspired gins, limited releases, and ready-to-drink cocktails with a cheeky twist. Their distillery bar has become a social hub where visitors can explore the brand’s story, taste new creations, and enjoy a uniquely fun Sydney gin experience.
Jane
SoHi Spirits
SoHi Spirits is a creative distillery from the Southern Highlands, crafting premium vodka, gin, liqueurs and modern cocktail expressions inspired by the region’s cool climate and rich produce. Using crisp high-country water and local ingredients, SoHi embraces a spirit of “anything but ordinary.” Signature releases like Potato Crisp Vodka, Garden Envy Gin and their cacao and botanical liqueurs showcase their playful innovation and elevated craftsmanship.
From their Bowral tasting boutique to bars and retailers across Australia, SoHi is gaining attention for flavour, quality and character. Their drinks are made to be enjoyed-whether in cocktails, refreshing RTDs or simple, beautifully made serves. Distinctive, regional and imaginative, SoHi adds a fresh voice to Australia’s craft-drinks scene
Alex & Greg
MXTOLOGY
MXTOLOGY was born from founder Aaron’s mission to deliver bar-quality cocktails without the complexity. After showcasing his talent on Channel 9’s Food Stars-where he impressed Gordon Ramsay and Janine Allis, ultimately reaching the final round-Aaron emerged with even sharper insight into what modern drinkers want. Seeing the gap between premium cocktails and convenient at-home enjoyment, he set out to create a range that never compromises on flavour, craft, or experience.
With deep hospitality roots and a unique talent for flavour development, Aaron refined MXTOLOGY through rigorous testing and real, high-quality ingredients. Today, MXTOLOGY reflects his belief that everyone deserves a perfectly balanced cocktail anytime, anywhere. Every blend carries the precision of a seasoned bartender and the creativity of a modern maker - transforming MXTOLOGY from a smart idea into one of Australia’s standout ready-mix cocktail brands.
Aaron
Hold Fast Distillery
Hold Fast Distillery, the first licensed distillery in historic Braidwood NSW, blends over 70 years of maritime service with meticulous craft. Founded by veterans, the brand’s nautical ethos - “Hold Fast” meaning to stay the course - shapes every bottle. With a 500-litre steam-jacketed still, hand-bottled releases and a fusion of Scottish distillation and Japanese-influenced blending, their spirits carry real depth and character.
Featuring expressions like Veteran’s Gin, London Dry and Sea Breeze Gin, Hold Fast delivers flavour with purpose - rooted in service, community and craftsmanship. Set inside the restored 1860 “Troopers Rest” building, their cellar door is a warm, authentic showcase of small-batch excellence. A standout addition to any tasting event, Hold Fast brings heart, heritage and a distinctly Australian spirit.
Gavin
Maclean Water & Wine
Maclean Water & Wine is a dynamic distributor dedicated to bringing premium craft spirits from around the globe to Australia’s bars, restaurants and stockists. With exclusive representation of renowned brands such as Spain’s Xoriguer Mahon Gin, Scotland’s Crossbill Gin and NSW’s Camden Valley Distilling - plus a partnership with New Zealand’s Broken Heart Spirits - the company curates an eclectic and quality-driven portfolio tailored to discerning trade customers.
Founded in 2018 and operating out of northern NSW, Maclean Water & Wine blends entrepreneurial spirit with deep knowledge of the craft-spirits sector. With a focus on building meaningful trade partnerships, they offer not only access to standout labels but also thoughtful service and marketing support that help these brands make an impact in the Australian market.
Charles
Karu Distillery began when founders Nick and Ally asked themselves, “What would we love to do every day?” That question took them across Australia and overseas to learn the craft of distilling, culminating in the launch of Affinity Gin in 2018 - a small-batch release that sold out nationwide. From day one, Karu set out to craft spirits with authenticity, character and unwavering quality.
Based in the rugged foothills of the Blue Mountains, the distillery takes its name from the Estonian word for “bear,” symbolising strength and integrity. Blending Ally’s self-taught distilling talent with Nick’s creative and operational background, Karu produces spirits shaped by nature and meticulous process. With 140+ international awards, they’ve become one of Australia’s most respected craft distillers.
Nick & Ally
Karu Distillery
DRINK SHOW MASTERCLASSES
Legends - Rod and Felix are on the pour at Kiama.
Rod Berry Whisky Masterclass
What - 'The Secret Blend Behind Australia’s Best Whisky 2025'
Where - The Kiama Pavilion. Downstairs in the Saddleback Lecture Room.
When - 2.30pm - 3.00pm
Cost - $ 49
Masterclass - “The Secret Blend Behind Australia’s Best Whisky 2025”
Amber Lane's release “Equinox” was rated Australia’s best whisky at the Royal Australian Spirits Awards 2025. Join the man who created this blend, Amber Lane cellar master Rod Berry as he teaches you to how to create this whisky for yourself, using barrel samples taken straight from Amber Lane’s barrel warehouse.
Participants will be supplied with a syringe and barrel samples, and be taken step-by-step through the blending process. As you blend your own whisky, Rod will explain how techniques learned from the Cognac tradition are helping Amber Lane to forge a more elevated style of Australian whisky. Each participant will get to keep their own 50mL sample as a memento of the session.
Website - https://www.amberlanedistillery.com/
Felix Clarke Masterclass
What - 'Summer Drinks with Ester Spirits'
When - 4.00pm - 4.45pm
Cost - $ 25
Masterclass - Summer Drinks with Ester Spirits is a guided tasting and masterclass built around our award-winning Old Tom Gin, which took out Gold and Best in Show at the Australian Gin Awards 2025. Join Felix, co-founder and head distiller at Ester, as we explore the gin itself alongside a selection of cocktails and a house-made liqueur, all tied to Old Tom and designed with warm weather and good hosting in mind. This session is about understanding flavour, balance and versatility, and why Old Tom is such a natural foundation for summer drinking.
Participants will be taken step by step through each drink, with insight into the processes and decisions behind how we make our spirits in Sydney’s Inner West. Along the way, we’ll focus on practical tips for entertaining: how to build, garnish and serve with confidence, whether it’s a long lunch or a late-afternoon gathering. Expect generous pours, considered technique, and plenty of ideas to take home and put straight into practice.
Website - https://esterspirits.com.au/
Where - The Kiama Pavilion. Downstairs in the Saddleback Lecture Room.
Note : You need to purchase a Tasting Session Ticket to be eligible to buy a Masterclass ticket.
MAGIC MOMENTS
Snapshots from our recent event at The Goods Shed in Toowoomba, Sept 27 2025
“From little things, big things grow.”
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