King Island Distillery News
Pinkable Gin by Happy Heidi at King Island Distillery is a vibrant, handcrafted Australian gin infused with Tasmanian strawberries. This artisan King Island Gin has been inspired by childhood adventures and a pink Morris Minor.
Join Happy Heidi from King Island Distillery as she invites you to Tasmania’s biggest celebration of craft spirits. On Saturday, August 9th, 2025, from 1–7 pm at PW1 Hobart, experience more than 40 distilleries showcasing over 150 spirits—including whisky, gin, vodka, brisky and liqueurs. Taste your way through Tasmania’s finest, meet passionate distillers and enjoy live music, delicious food and exclusive offers. With tasting tokens, a commemorative glass and a day full of flavour, this event is not to be missed for anyone who loves great spirits and good times. Book your tickets now and immerse yourself in Tasmania’s thriving distilling scene!
The best News: King Island Dairy is Saved!
We are thrilled to share some GINtastic news with our King Island community! Saputo Dairy Australia has announced the successful sale of King Island Dairy to new owners King Island Dairy 2 Pty Ltd, led by Melbourne-based businessmen Nicholas Dobromilsky and Graeme Wilson. This sale ensures the continuation of our beloved specialty cheeses and secures local jobs.
A celebratory announcement was made on King Island by the Premier of Tasmania, with Happy Heidi and the King Island Response Team. This transition marks a monumental step for our largest employer and reflects the dairy's deep historical roots in our community.
We celebrate this positive outcome for King Island and are very grateful. Australian ownership and supporting local businesses enriches our community and enhances King Island's brand, authentic flavour and quality.
King Island Distillery Awarded a Tasmanian Government grant! This funding will help this 100% local distillery business owner and artisan distiller Heidi Weitjens expand and create her business to distill even better GINcredible spirits for you to sip on and smile. Learn more about Happy Heidi's GINxciting distillery journey on King Island, Tasmania!