Three stops, one easy afternoon. This Canberra brewery, winery and distillery tour packs the local drinking scene into a calm, guided loop. I like that it fits different tastes in one booking, so nobody feels stuck with only beer or only wine. I also love the air-conditioned minivan setup, because you can relax and enjoy the tastings without doing the designated-driver math. The main downside is timing: it’s a focused 4-hour schedule, so if you’re the type who wants to linger for ages, you’ll need to keep your pace.

You’ll meet in Braddon at BentSpoke Brewing Co. and then roll through three behind-the-scenes experiences with snacks, water, and plenty of tastings along the way. The vibe is friendly and informative, with a guide giving live commentary on board and sharing stories about local producers as you go. One consideration: the order can shift slightly based on venue operations, so don’t plan anything else right after your drop-off.

This tour is for ages 18+, and you’ll want sturdy closed shoes and a camera for the tastings and venue walkthroughs. Price is $121.93 per person, and in my view it’s strongest when you want the “all three” experience with transport and guidance included.

Key points I’d plan around

• Triple treat in one afternoon: brewery, winery, and distillery stops with tastings built in
• Small groups (max 10), which makes it easier to ask questions and move at a human pace
• Air-conditioned transport from Braddon so everyone can taste without scrambling for rides
• Behind-the-scenes look at how drinks are made, not just a quick walk-through
• Snacks, water, and live commentary to keep you comfortable through the schedule

A Triple-Treat Tour That Keeps the Afternoon Moving

If you’re spending time in Canberra and want a proper taste of the local alcohol scene, this is an efficient way to do it. Instead of picking one venue and hoping you like it enough, you get a full sweep: beer, wine, and spirits in one guided afternoon.

What makes that work for me is the structure. You start with craft beer and the brewery process, then pivot to wine with a tasting focused on what’s new (the latest vintage), and finish with a distillery stop where you learn how spirits are made. You’ll still have choices, but they’re built into the route, not left up to you.

The tour also makes it easy to be social. With a cap of 10 people per tour, you’re not disappearing into a crowd. That means the guide can actually talk to the group, and you can ask follow-up questions while you’re tasting.

Getting There: Braddon Meeting Point and a Tight 4-Hour Rhythm

The day is set up around one starting point, so planning is simple. You meet outside BentSpoke Brewing Co., at 48/38 Mort St, Braddon ACT 2612, with a 1:30pm start. You’ll be taken around and then return to the meeting point for drop-off at about 5:30pm.

Two timing notes matter in real life:

• Start times are fixed, but drop-off can shift slightly with traffic and other factors.
• The order of stops may change a little depending on venue operations, even though you’re still visiting all three.

This matters if you’re trying to line up dinner plans later in the evening. My advice: keep your post-tour plans flexible, or plan a relaxed dinner close to Braddon so you’re not stressing about the exact minute.

Transport is handled by the operator using an air-conditioned minivan, and hotel pickup/drop-off is not included. So you’ll want to be able to get to Braddon on your own for the 1:30pm meeting.

Brewery Stop: Seeing Beer Production and Tasting Local Brews

The first stop is the brewery experience at BentSpoke. From the start, you get that classic “how it’s made” framing rather than a stand-and-smile tasting only. Expect a behind-the-scenes tour that explains how beer is made and then moves into a tasting of hand-crafted local brews.

Why I like this as a first stop: it sets the theme for the whole afternoon. When you understand the basics of brewing, the later wine and spirits sections feel less like random samples and more like a connected tour of local production.

Also, this is where you can calibrate your day. If you prefer lighter beer styles, you’ll know quickly after the brewery tasting. If you’re a fan of bolder flavours, you can lean in earlier rather than discover mid-tour that you like something specific.

One practical tip: wear shoes you can stand in. The tour calls for sturdy closed shoes, and you’ll want to be comfortable for the walkthrough parts of the day.

Winery Visit: Latest Vintage Tasting and the Wine-Making Process

Next up is the winery stop, where the focus shifts from fermentation basics to grape-to-glass wine. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look and hear plenty of practical explanation about how wine-making works.

The tasting is timed around the latest vintage, so you’re sampling something current rather than a random bottle pulled for tradition’s sake. If you enjoy learning while you taste, this stop is usually the one that connects flavour to process the most. You can ask why a wine tastes a certain way, and the guide can link those answers back to what you’ve just seen.

A small reality check: wine tastings can be deceptively satisfying, and the day continues afterward. If you’re planning to do some shopping for take-home bottles, pace yourself now. The tour may include snacks, but you still want to avoid going too hard too early.

Distillery Finale: Learning Spirits, Sampling More, and Pairing Moments

The final stop is the distillery, where the afternoon ends on a slightly different note: turning inputs into spirits. You’ll again get a behind-the-scenes tour and more explanation of the process, followed by more tasting.

This stop is a great way to round out your understanding of the region’s drinks because spirits are a different skill set than brewing beer or producing wine. You’re tasting again, but you’re also learning what makes the flavours land the way they do.

From what I’ve seen described in the tour experience, people particularly enjoy the variety here, including different gin flavours. There’s also mention of pairings like cheeses and even chocolates complementing the flavours during the day. Even if the exact pairings vary by venue and timing, the general idea is clear: this isn’t tasting in a vacuum.

Price and Value: Why $121.93 Makes Sense for the Right Day

At $121.93 per person, you’re paying for more than a few pours. In your ticket you get transport in an air-conditioned minivan, a local guide, live commentary, snacks and water, and a good number of tastings across three categories: beer, wine, and spirits.

Here’s the value math as I see it:

• If you tried to book brewery + winery + distillery separately, you’d likely pay for multiple transport arrangements and multiple guides.
• You also lose time. Three separate bookings can scatter your schedule across different times of day.
• This tour compresses everything into one afternoon and keeps it guided, so you spend more time tasting and less time figuring out logistics.

The tour isn’t “budget,” but it’s not overpriced when you want the full set. It’s also a smart option for groups with mixed preferences, because everyone gets something they can genuinely enjoy.

What’s not included is also important: take-away drinks aren’t included, and hotel pickup/drop-off isn’t included. You can still buy products during the day if you want to take them home, but plan on paying separately for any take-away purchases.

Who This Tour Suits Best (and Who Should Skip It)

This experience is a good match if you want:

• A group-friendly activity where different tastes are covered in one loop
• A structured day with behind-the-scenes explanations rather than a casual self-guided walk
• A transport-supported plan where you don’t have to manage a designated driver

If your idea of a perfect day is slow wandering with long pauses at each venue, this one may feel tight. It’s built for an organized afternoon and ends around 5:30pm. You’ll still enjoy it, but you’ll need to go with the flow rather than try to stretch every stop into an hour-long hangout.

For solo travellers: it can work well because the group size is small and the guide is there to keep things moving and make sure you’re not stuck waiting around. For couples and small groups: it’s a strong pick when you want variety without spending hours planning.

Small Details That Make the Day Work Smoothly

There are a few things I’d treat as non-negotiable checklist items:

• Bring sturdy closed shoes.
• Bring a camera if you like to capture your stops and the tasting moments.
• Plan around the 1:30pm fixed start, and remember drop-off time can flex slightly due to traffic.
• Keep your day flexible if you’re scheduling dinner far away from Braddon.

Another quiet win: the tour includes local producer stories and a guide who gives live commentary on board. That means you’re not just tasting; you’re hearing context as you move between venues. You’re also less likely to feel lost if you’re new to these kinds of tours.

One more practical note: the minimum drinking age is 18 years, so you’ll need to travel with adults only for the tasting portions.

Should You Book This Canberra Brewery, Winery and Distillery Tour?

I’d book it if you want a compact, guided “triple treat” day and you value having transport, snacks, and multiple tastings bundled into one ticket. It’s especially strong for groups, because the route covers beer, wine, and spirits without forcing one person’s preference on everyone else.

I’d think twice if you’re the kind of person who wants slow, unstructured time at each venue, or if you’re tightly scheduled right after 5:30pm. Also, if you dislike tasting formats, this may feel like too much sampling back-to-back.

If you do decide to go, do one simple thing: set a relaxed pace. Start curious, taste with intention, and leave room for the later stops. This tour is designed to be fun, not a race, and you’ll get more out of it when you treat it like an afternoon conversation with Canberra’s drink makers.

Cancellation note: the experience is non-refundable and can’t be changed once booked, so double-check your plans before you lock it in.

FAQ

Where is the meeting point for the tour?

You meet outside BentSpoke Brewing Co., 48/38 Mort St, Braddon ACT 2612.

What time does the tour start?

The tour starts at 1:30pm.

How long is the tour?

The duration is approximately 4 hours.

What time does the tour end?

Drop-off is approximately 5:30pm, back at the meeting point.

Is transportation included?

Yes. The tour includes transport by air-conditioned minivan.

What is included in the tasting?

You’ll get behind-the-scenes tours and a good amount of beer, wine, and spirit tastings, plus snacks and water.

What’s the minimum age to join?

The minimum drinking age is 18 years.

How many people are on each tour?

The tour has a maximum of 10 people per tour.

Are hotel pickup and drop-off included?

No. Hotel pickup and hotel drop-off are not included. You start at the Braddon meeting point and return there.

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