King Island Distillery News
“Appreciating” is next level to simply just “drinking” Whisky
Bill Lark shared his words of wisdom with me and that was, “I find it is best to have drink of water in between tasting Spirits. It gives your palate a chance to adjust to the alcohol levels, then I continue to enjoy savouring the next Dram”. This is followed with a cheeky grin and a “Cheers, up ya Kilt!” which still makes me smile.
Our goal is for you to get a hold of and appreciate a Distiller Choice Single Malt Whisky through evaluation, sipping a little bit at a time and it will tell you its story.
I have found it takes at least 3 little tastes of Whisky before our mouth is ready to understand the flavours and send a more accurate message to our brain about what we are appreciating.
Imagine back in the day a group of 30 enthusiasts first playing Golf on King Island in 1910, it would have mostly been about the long grass and the grog ;-)
Today, over 100 golfers are attracted to play annually this long weekend. Competitors fly in from all over Australia to get the swing of this two day event, (these days it’s mostly about our great greens and Local grog ;-) ).
A friend gave me some great advice, “A key factor for handcrafting the best Spirits; is to distill in Copper Stills. We know just the right person to see, here’s a map how to find him” offered Bill Lark, the 'Godfather' of our Industry.
Peter Bailley is our man, a naturally gifted Engineer with a passion for the Manufacturing and Distilling Industry.
Gifting decades of knowledge and experience Peter asks me “What Stills would you like us to make for you?”. I was hopeful the Copper Stills could be manufactured on my desired design of Angel wings outline.
Angels are everywhere in our Industry, I’ll share more about this in upcoming news.
Building Ocean Dunes Links Golf Course on King Island: A Journey of Passion and Vision
Discover the captivating story behind Ocean Dunes Golf Links on King Island, a journey led by visionary Graeme Grant. His unwavering dedication and passion have transformed King Island into a premier golf destination in Australia.
Upon committing to the design and construction of Ocean Dunes, Graeme realised that bringing this dream to life required complete immersion. Graeme and his wife, Denise, relocated from Melbourne to King Island, initially expecting a brief stay of 18 months. However, their dedication to the project extended into years of hard work and love for the land. This hands-on approach allowed Graeme to formulate innovative design ideas, ensuring the wild beauty of King Island's west coast was honored in the final product.
“As soon as the decision was made to proceed, I knew I had to fully commit to the design and construction. Working directly on the site was the only way to truly do it justice,” said Graeme Grant, Director of Graeme Grant Golf Designs. “Moving from our home and family in Melbourne meant we had to embrace this monumental task for three years. We started with the holes closest to the main water source – holes 1 and 18. Yet, I quickly realised that my vision for the most spectacular hole, straddling a charming inlet, needed to be prioritised. Fortunately, a small dam nearby allowed us to create the 4th hole, which has become our 'signature hole' and a key feature for marketing purposes.”
As golfers experience the breathtaking beauty of Ocean Dunes, we invite you to explore King Island Distillery, where you can taste and buy our handcrafted spirits, liqueurs and cocktails. Just a short drive from Currie Airport, adjacent to Ocean Dunes Golf Links, Happy Heidi’s King Island Distillery offers the perfect post-round indulgence. Treat yourself to a true taste of King Island’s bounty after playing on one of Australia’s finest public golf courses.
Support local business by visiting King Island Distillery, where you can purchase artisan spirits and unique local gifts to take home. We even ship your orders directly from our distillery door to your door!
Experience the perfect blend of world-class golfing and exceptional local spirits. Book your King Island golf package today! Here’s to the GINcredible Graeme Grant for his extraordinary contribution to King Islands golfing legacy.
Join us in this golf haven and enjoy the exquisite spirits from King Island Distillery after 18 unforgettable holes at Ocean Dunes Golf Links. With just a 45-minute flight followed by a 5-minute drive from Currie Airport, experiencing one of Australia’s Best Public Golf Link Courses is easier than ever.
