Orchard-Grown Cider & Small-Batch Spirits in Wilmot
Take the country road towards Wilmot and you’ll find a little distillery with plenty going on behind the cellar door. Wilmot Hills Orchard & Distillery is a rustic, boutique producer crafting cider and small-batch spirits in the rolling hills of North West Tasmania.
The orchard is a big part of the story, with 11 varieties of apples growing on the property and used to make cider. Inside the distillery, spirits are fermented, distilled and aged onsite, with a wonderfully varied line-up that includes gin, Calvados-style apple brandy, limoncello, absinthe, grappa and plenty of small-batch creations in between.
Drop into the cellar door for a tasting and have a chat about what’s being made. This is a small operation, so the experience is personal, relaxed and a chance to discover a few spirits you might not come across every day.
Surrounded by country views and not far from Mount Roland, it’s the kind of place that rewards taking the slower road. Grab a bottle to take home, then continue through Wilmot towards Cradle Mountain – or simply settle in and enjoy the hills for a little longer.
Explore more of the Tasting Trail
Heading to Cradle Mountain? Make Wilmot Hills Orchard & Distillery part of our Spirit to Cradle Trail and turn the drive south into a day of local produce, farm gates and Tasting Trail stops.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Wilmot Hills Orchard & Distillery?
Wilmot Hills Orchard & Distillery is located at 407 Back Road, Lower Wilmot, Tasmania, in the rolling countryside between Devonport and Cradle Mountain.
Can you do a tasting at Wilmot Hills Orchard & Distillery?
Yes. Visit the cellar door to taste a selection of small-batch Tasmanian spirits and cider made onsite. Group tastings and private bookings are also available.
What does Wilmot Hills Orchard & Distillery make?
Wilmot Hills produces a diverse range of small-batch drinks including gin, cider, Calvados-style apple brandy, limoncello, absinthe, grappa and other seasonal and specialty creations.
Does Wilmot Hills make cider from its own apples?
Yes. The orchard is home to 11 varieties of apples, which are used to make cider at Wilmot Hills Orchard & Distillery.
Are the spirits made onsite?
Yes. Spirits are fermented, distilled and aged onsite at the Lower Wilmot distillery, giving visitors the chance to taste products made right where they are visiting.
Is Wilmot Hills Orchard & Distillery near Cradle Mountain?
Yes. Wilmot Hills Orchard & Distillery is around an hour’s drive from Cradle Mountain, making it an easy Tasting Trail stop on a road trip between Tasmania’s North West Coast and Cradle Mountain.
Is Wilmot Hills Orchard & Distillery family friendly?
Yes. The property is family friendly, with a relaxed country setting, orchard and gardens. Tastings of alcoholic products are for adults aged 18 and over.
What else can I explore near Wilmot Hills Orchard & Distillery?
Continue towards Wilmot, Mount Roland and Cradle Mountain, with more Tasting Trail farm gates, vineyards and local producers to discover across the Sheffield and Cradle Mountain area.
