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The good vibes don’t stop once the sun goes down in the Shoalhaven. Afternoons and evenings come alive in the most unique places. Microbreweries are run in industrial estates and historic hotels. Meanwhile, distilleries, bars and cantinas sit in picturesque locations. These establishments are the perfect extension of our wineries and cellar doors and are a vibrant way to enjoy a delicious local drop or a bite to eat. Woollamia Industrial Estate is one of Huskisson’s hottest new hangouts, where you can enjoy a craft beer amidst a funky coastal vibe. Lounge on pallet furniture sipping a local brew at Jervis Bay Brewing Co’s outdoor courtyard. The brewery has an awesome atmosphere, food trucks, cool music, and fun activities like open mic, trivia, and paint and sip classes. Flamin Galah Brewing Co has set up their brand new brewpub in the same estate, promising, “Flamin good beer. Great location. Good times.” South Yeast Brewing Co located in North Nowra offers tasty food truck meals washed down with their local craft beer, whilst the Dangerous Ales Brewery resides in the newly renovated historic Milton Hotel, the perfect space to enjoy a gastropub vibe. Cupitt’s Estate in Ulladulla is one of our original brew teams, offering a personal, behind the scenes Tour and Taste Experience. The Shoalhaven’s craft beer scene is growing and thriving, but the region is also getting more ‘spirited’. Tara Distillery at Nowra Hill is Shoalhaven’s first craft distillery. Its quality gin, vodka and whisky are
hand crafted in small batches using sustainable and traditional methods with local ingredients and pure harvested Shoalhaven rainwater. Try its smooth Australian Poitín, an ancient Irish predecessor to whisky (it’s been likened to moonshine!). The distillery is open for pick up purchases, and tastings via appointment. We are lucky to have great pubs and clubs in the Shoalhaven, but if you feel like something different visit our bars and cantinas for a tipple at sundown. Try Loco Lane at Culburra Beach for tacos, tequila cocktails and a host of local beers available to try. The Gunyah Restaurant is a unique treetop restaurant at Paperbark Camp in Woollamia, which offers drinks and snacks on the deck to wind down your afternoon. Milton’s Harvest Bar has moved to a gorgeous property on Croobyar Road, so pop in for some live music and margaritas in the garden. Sip a cocktail and enjoy a tasty Central American inspired dish at The Ruse, overlooking Ulladulla Harbour. Or grab a bucket of prawns and a local drop at The Social Ulladulla on Wason Street, a brand new bar with a chilled, casual vibe.
