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Highlights & inclusions

Guided sampling experience

Highly qualified experts

Enter the Tasting room

Access The Heke grounds

Four unique spirits

Optional dining

What you can expect

Experience the true spirits of Waiheke Island in this immersive 30-minute tasting experience to connect you with the island flavours and traditions. Nestled in a lush, tranquil setting, The Heke Distillery and Brewery offers an exclusive journey through four of their best spirit creations, each with strong characteristics and superior quality. Ensuring authenticity and excellence in every bottle, these offerings are composed by the master distiller and undergo intensive quality checks.

Get excited to try the Garden Gin, the Grain Vodka, Whiskey Honey and Rye, and for and additional kick to the taste buds, the Fire in the Hole. Distinguish the aromas in each recipe and find your new favourite flavour, while learning about the distilling techniques and the importance of ingredient sourcing. Take some time to slow down and enjoy the essence of the island in this unique experience.

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Location

64 Onetangi Road, Waiheke Island, Auckland 1971

What you need to know

<more-info><ul><li> 30 minute guided spirit tasting </li><li> Expert staff guidance </li><li> Access to tasting room</li></ul></more-info>

<more-info><ul><li> Transportation to the distillery </li><li> Meals and additional drinks</li></ul></more-info>

<more-info><ul><li> Available daily at 12pm </li><li> Please arrive 15 minutes prior to start</li></ul></more-info>

<more-info><ul><li> This experience is 30 minutes in duration.</li></ul></more-info>

<more-info><ul><li> This experience is located at The Heke Kitchen, Brewery & Distillery, 64 Onetangi Road, Onetangi, Waiheke Island 1971.</li></ul></more-info>

<more-info><ul><li> Closed-toe shoes</li></ul></more-info>

<more-info><ul><li> Participants must be 18 years and over to consume alcohol; photo ID may be required </li><li> Water is available at all times, and an alcohol-free drink option is available for those not drinking </li><li> Most days this will be guided for you in our luxe Boilermaker Bar, on occasion this might be served in our cellar door</li></ul></more-info>

<more-info><ul><li> Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience </li><li> Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience </li><li> Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience</li></ul></more-info>

<more-info><ul><li> Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking </li><li> Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience </li><li> Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction </li><li> For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher </li><li> Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control </li><li> We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements</li></ul></more-info>