Delve into the heartland of the Sunshine Coast to discover some truly unique venues dedicated to creating premium craft spirits and brews and a local restaurant with eye-catching décor and a mouth-watering menu.

 

Visit:

• Ricks Garage

• Sunshine Coast Cider - The Cider Hub

• Sunshine & Sons

 

When:

10am - 3pm

Friday and Saturday 

 

Pick up and drop off locations:

Your home or accommodation on the Sunshine Coast. 

  

Venue 1: Ricks Garage

Ricks Garage was originally a petrol station & workshop, now turned into an amazing retro diner & still functioning workshop.

 

Why visit:

Check out the fantastic décor, indulge in a whisky flight or see if you can handle their burger challenge. Live music, a chilled beer garden and an eyepopping menu makes this an ideal lunch stop.

 

Venue 2: Sunshine Coast Cider - The Cider Hub

At Sunshine Coast Cider, fresh Queensland apple juice is expertly transformed into delicious hand-crafted cider. This award-winning Cidery, led by Swiss cider maker Martin, who carries 25 generations of cider-making heritage, is a true standout. As the only cidery in Queensland to apply the full Champagne method, they’ve created the "Best-in-Class 2024" Brut+ Sparkling Cider – a testament to their passion and expertise.

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Why visit:

With 12 of their own handcrafted ciders made on-site and a collection of 50 ciders (featuring every single Queensland-made cider!), there’s something to delight every cider lover. Come enjoy a tasting session, learn all about the process directly from the passionate owners, or simply explore their incredible range of unique and flavourful ciders. ​

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Venue 3: Sunshine & Sons

Created by four best mates with a passion for the warmth of the Sunshine Coast and beautifully made craft spirits, nestled in the lush Hinterland behind the Big Pineapple, this distillery is a must see.

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Why visit:

Take a tour of the distillery and see where the magic happens, participate in a guided tasting session of handcrafted spirits including vodkas, gins, rums and cane spirits or indulge in a cocktail on the lawn and enjoy the tranquility.

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