The gin is once again finally flowing freely at the Never Never Distilling Co McLaren Vale Distillery and we will drink to that.

The distillery launched back in February as part of the Chalk Hill Collective: a collaborative experience combining the Chalk Hill Wines cellar door, Cucina di Strada and Never Never Distilling Co, when COVID caused a state-wide industry shut-down, just five weeks after the distillery had opened its doors.

But now, thanks to recent easing of restrictions for South Australian venues, the gorgeous McLaren Vale Distillery is once again welcoming guests.

Groups smaller than four are no longer required to make a booking and the site has capacity (weather permitting) to seat smaller groups on the deck or lawn. Groups larger than four are still encouraged to book online, however.

Never Never Distilling Co is well-known for their Juniper centric modern-classic gins, complemented with unique botanicals including the distinctive Australian pepper berry. Back in June, they launched Australia’s first Grenache Gin and throughout April, their distiller was making hand sanitiser to help combat the COVID-19 shortage.

In 2019, their Southern Strength Gin was awarded best contemporary dry gin in Australia.

The Never Never Distilling Co distillery is located at 56 Field Street, McLaren Vale South Australia and is currently open 11.30am-5pm Thursday to Monday. Bookings are encouraged, especially for groups larger than four. Related: Get excited: Squealing Pig has just released a juicy Pinot Noir Gin