One day, three kinds of spirits. I like how this Hobart tour strings together Derwent Estate wine and cheese with gin and whisky tastings, so your afternoon stays fun and focused instead of random stops. One catch: lunch at Old Kempton is a separate cost (about $20).

I also appreciate the small group feel, with a maximum of 6 people, plus a guide who runs the day with calm planning. Pickup starts around 9:30am from your Hobart hotel or accommodation within 5km of the CBD, and you’re back around 4:30pm.

What makes the day click is the mix of tastings and tours, not just pours. You get air-conditioned transport, bottled water, and tasting tickets across multiple venues, with flexibility if weather or availability changes things.

Key highlights you’ll care about

• Derwent Estate Vineyard kicks things off with a wine tasting plus a cheese platter
• 7K Distillery puts gin at the center with a dedicated gin tasting session
• Old Kempton Distillery includes a whisky distillery tour, whisky tasting, and a lunch stop
• Pooley Wines adds a second winery tasting focused on local grapes and local growing conditions
• The Wicked Cheese Co. gives you a final, short cheese-tasting finish
• Pickup and drop-off within 5km of Hobart CBD makes the day easy without car logistics

Wine, gin and whisky in one smooth day from Hobart

This tour is built for people who want a real taste of southern Tasmania without bouncing around town on your own schedule. Instead of trying to hit one venue badly, you’ll fit in multiple tastings across the Derwent Valley and Coal River Valley, and you’ll do it in an air-conditioned vehicle with bottled water.

You start in Hobart at about 9:30am with pickup from your hotel or accommodation within 5km of the Hobart CBD. The day runs around 7 hours, wrapping up with a drop-off back within that same 5km radius at about 4:30pm. That structure matters because it keeps your drinking pace responsible and your return logistics simple.

Derwent Estate Vineyard: wine tasting and a cheese platter opener

The day starts with a drive to the Derwent Valley and a family-owned vineyard: Derwent Estate Vineyard. The session runs about 1 hour and includes admission, so you can show up and get right to tasting without extra thinking.

This first stop is a smart move. It sets a baseline for the rest of your spirit-heavy day. You’ll sample local wine flavors, then get a cheese platter that’s meant to pair with what you’re tasting. Even if you’re not a wine expert, that pairing helps your brain notice differences faster: sweetness, acidity, and how fat in cheese changes the way wine reads on your palate.

Practical tip: eat beforehand if you’re sensitive to alcohol. You’ll be tasting, not dining, and the day stays active with more venues after this.

7K Distillery gin tasting: learning by tasting, not a lecture

Next comes 7K Distillery, where the focus switches to spirits—specifically gin. The session runs about 1 hour and includes the tasting ticket.

This part works well if you like the idea of learning through doing. You’re tasting something that’s often associated with cocktails, then hearing it explained in its original context: as a spirit built from botanicals and distillation choices. The gin tasting also serves as a bridge between the wine start and the whisky stop later. It keeps the day varied rather than repeating the same experience twice.

If you’re the type who likes to ask questions, this is usually the moment to do it. Gin tastings tend to bring out the most curiosity: how different styles taste, what you notice first, and how the aromas change as you sip.

Old Kempton Whisky Distillery: tour plus whisky tasting (and a lunch pay-stop)

Your third stop is Old Kempton Whisky Distillery, and this is the heavy-hitter on the spirits side. The time block is about 2 hours, and it includes:

• a whisky distillery tour
• a whisky tasting
• a lunch stop at the distillery

Here’s the one cost detail you should plan for: lunch costs are not included, with an approximate extra cost of $20.

Why I think this stop is valuable: you’re not just tasting whisky—you’re seeing how a distillery works. Even without a deep background, a tour helps you connect flavors to process. That makes the tasting feel more like understanding than sampling.

Timing note: this is the longest stop, so it anchors the middle of the day. If you’re pacing your alcohol, this is where you’ll want to slow down a touch and take advantage of water and breaks built into the tour flow.

A photo break at an old bridge, then Pooley Wines in the Coal River Valley

After lunch, the route includes a stop over at Australia’s old Bridge. It’s not the main event, but it’s the kind of quick pause that keeps your day from feeling like one long tasting block.

Then you head into the Coal River Valley for Pooley Wines. This segment is about 45 minutes and includes the admission ticket and a tasting experience. The guide will talk about local grape varieties and how the area grows these grapes.

This stop is great for a specific reason: it changes the sensory story again. After wine, gin, and whisky, you come back to grapes and start thinking about terroir—how growing conditions shape what ends up in the bottle. You’re not just chasing alcohol flavors; you’re connecting them to where they come from.

If you’re choosing wines you’d actually buy later, this shorter winery stop can be a win because it’s focused. You’ll have enough time to taste, listen, and decide what you like without feeling stuck for hours.

The Wicked Cheese Co.: finishing with cheese, not another drink

You end with a dedicated cheese tasting at The Wicked Cheese Co., with a session of about 30 minutes.

That final cheese stop is more than a sweet cap. It gives your palate something different right as your day is rounding out. Cheese can reset your taste impressions and keep the experience from feeling repetitive. Plus, it balances the overall spirit day with something dairy-based that pairs naturally with both wine and whisky flavors you’ve been tasting earlier.

What I like here is the short format. It gives you closure without running you late, so you actually enjoy the final part instead of counting minutes to get back to Hobart.

Pickup, group size, and why the small number matters

This is not a big coach tour. There’s a maximum of 6 travellers, which makes a difference in how smoothly the day runs. You’ll get more direct attention from your guide, and it’s easier to keep on schedule when you’re not managing a crowd.

Pickup starts at about 9:30am from hotels or accommodation within 5km of Hobart CBD. Drop-off runs at about 4:30pm within that same 5km range. That means you can plan a normal morning and an easy evening, without a late return or a complicated meeting point.

Also worth noting: you’ll have an air-conditioned vehicle and bottled water. On a tasting day, that’s not a luxury. It helps you stay comfortable, hydrate, and keep your tasting experience pleasant.

Your guide: friendly planning you can feel in the day

The experience is run by Bespoke Tours Hobart, and one name that comes up clearly is Ross. He’s described as friendly and knowledgeable, and he makes arrangements ahead of time so you feel taken care of.

That matters because a day with multiple venues can go sideways if coordination is sloppy. A guide who’s organized helps with more than logistics. It also makes the tastings feel relaxed. You’re not rushing between stops, and you can ask questions without feeling like you’re holding up everyone else.

Price and value: what $251.04 buys you

The listed price is $251.04 per person, and the tour is typically booked about 56 days in advance. For some people, that price feels high at first glance. But when you break it down, you’re paying for a set of experiences that are usually hard to DIY efficiently.

What’s included:

• all wine tastings
• cheese tasting
• whisky and gin tastings
• distillery tour at Old Kempton
• air-conditioned vehicle
• bottled water
• tasting admission tied to the listed venues

What isn’t included:

• lunch costs (about $20)

So the value question is simple: are you going to spend time driving between venues yourself, figuring out admission tickets, and arranging tastings without losing half the day to logistics? This tour does that work for you, and it keeps the schedule tight enough to hit five stops in about seven hours.

If you’re the kind of person who hates wasted time, this is one of those tours where the price starts to make sense.

Who this tour suits best

I think this is a great fit if you:

• want wine, gin, and whisky in one day without juggling plans
• like guided tasting with context, not just free pour time
• enjoy small group travel (max 6)
• want pickup and drop-off so your day stays easy

It may be less ideal if:

• you’re looking for a long, slow sightseeing day. This is a tasting-focused route.
• you don’t want any extra spend at lunch. Lunch is a separate cost at Old Kempton (about $20).

Timing and venue order: flexible, not rigid

The order of venues can change depending on availability and weather, and they may substitute a venue for another similar one. That flexibility is helpful in Tasmania, where weather can shift quickly.

The day still follows the same overall arc: start in the Derwent Valley with wine, move into gin, then hit whisky and lunch, and finish with another winery tasting and a cheese tasting.

Should you book this wine, gin & whisky day?

If you want a fun, efficient Hobart day that covers the big local flavors—wine, gin, and whisky—this tour is a strong pick. The biggest reasons to book are the variety packed into one schedule and the way Ross keeps the experience comfortable and planned. You also get a real mix of tastings plus a distillery tour, not just a string of storefront samples.

Book it if you’re okay paying the small extra lunch cost and you want a short, focused route that gets you back to Hobart around 4:30pm. If your ideal day is slow wandering with only one or two stops, you might prefer a different style of tour.

FAQ

What time does the tour start and finish in Hobart?

Pickup is around 9:30am and you’re dropped back around 4:30pm, for a total duration of about 7 hours.

Where does pickup and drop-off happen?

Pickup and drop-off are offered within 5km of Hobart CBD, based on where your hotel or accommodation is located.

How big is the group?

The tour has a maximum group size of 6 travellers.

What’s included in the price?

The price includes all wine tastings, gin and whisky tastings, a whisky distillery tour, and a cheese tasting, plus an air-conditioned vehicle and bottled water.

Is lunch included?

Lunch is not included in the tour price. Lunch costs at the stop are about $20.

Do I need a printed ticket?

No. The tour uses a mobile ticket.

Can the tour order change?

Yes. The order of venues may depend on availability, weather, and other factors, and a similar venue may be substituted.

How long is each tasting stop roughly?

Stop times listed include about 1 hour at Derwent Estate, 1 hour at 7K Distillery, 2 hours at Old Kempton, 45 minutes at Pooley Wines, and 30 minutes for The Wicked Cheese Co.

Is there bottled water on the tour?

Yes, bottled water is included.

What’s the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund.

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