Breweries & Distilleries

Time to get your beer goggles on. The craft brewery and distillery scene has exploded in Wollongong in recent years – and it’s perfectly paired with a vibrant foodie scene. Sample something new and inspiring, from a global gold medal-winning cider from Glenburnie Orchard to vodkas and gins tweaked to include local ingredients. Gin distilleries are also present within our CBD with Headlands Distillery and Juniper Gin Bar.

And beer? It’s right here. There’s several outstanding microbreweries, including the historic building that houses Resin Brewery and the local success story that is Five Barrels.  There are also local brewery tours, Check out the South Coast Ale Trail for a list of brew houses further afield. Enjoy beer and spirit tasting under your own steam or take a private guided tour.