Calling All Cool Cats and Juniper Junkies

If you’re looking for a relaxed day out in the Hunter (which is pretty much all of us, right?), the Hunter Valley Gin & Jazz Festival is back at Hope Estate!

The weekend of 10 and 11 September will finally see the return of the smooth swinging sounds of an all-day live Jazz festival filling Hope Estate’s amphitheatre. The amphitheatre is Australia’s largest purpose-built outdoor winery concert venue, and the Gin & Jazz Festival will see the space surrounded by tasting tents serving Hope Distillery’s newest creations alongside the most popular drops from their current Gin range.

It’s a day out that’s full of fun and offers a range of packages to ensure everyone can enjoy the day in their own way.

Get into the groove and indulge with the ‘Ultimate Lunch’ featuring a 4-course menu complete with a beverage package overlooking the amphitheatre, so you don’t miss a moment of the action on-stage.

Learn more about your favourite drop at one of the Masterclasses, or cool off with a Gin slushie. For those who like to mix and match, the Fever-Tree Mixology Bar will be creating drinks from their classic range of tonics, with a few fun and funky options thrown in!

If Gin’s not your thing or you’re in the mood for a palate cleanser, drop by the Beer Cave for a tasting paddle.

Feel like something a bit more chill? Why not book a picnic hamper with a blanket or see how the mood takes you on the day and grab a bite from one of the food stalls on-site?

“We’re really excited to be bringing our Gin & Jazz Festival back in 2022,” said Michael Hope.

“After the first festival, we’ve made a few tweaks, and we’re looking forward to improving it each and every year.”

So mark the calendar, book the babysitter (this is an 18+ event), dust off your dancing shoes and prepare to have your tastebuds tickled.

Hunter Valley Gin & Jazz Festival

Where: Hope Estate, 2213 Broke Rd, Pokolbin

When: Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 September

Time: 10am - 5pm

Tickets: www.hopeestate.com.au

GET 10% OFF YOUR TICKET! Simply scan the QR Code on Page 7 of the intouch Magazine September issue.