Of course the Margaret River Region is famed for producing incredible wine, but there are some occasions when only a cocktail will do. Whether you prefer a martini or a classic G&T, a self-guided tour of the region’s gin distilleries offers an opportunity to get a new view on the idea of terroir while discovering the unique characters and flavours of the region’s townships.
A talk and taste tour at The Grove Distillery is a good way to get an insight into what goes on behind the bottle. The copper still is at the heart of the operation, where gin is part of a broader expression of spirits and liqueurs. There’s accommodation on-site if the tastings get too intense, and a café where food is designed to be easy and cocktail friendly. Wilyabrup is in the middle of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste coastline and so makes this an easy stop on the way north, or heading south during a regional exploration. And pizza in the café will keep the kids happy!
491 Metricup Road, Wilyabrup. Open daily for tastings 9am to 5pm.