Spring Bay Distillery: History, Whisky Range and Visitor Guide
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Spring Bay Distillery is a coastal Tasmanian whisky maker founded by Cameron and Suzy Brett. Its single malts use Tasmanian barley, ocean-influenced rainwater and a selection of ex-bourbon and wine-influenced casks to create distinctive east-coast Tasmanian whisky.
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Spring Bay Distillery at a glance
Distillery fact | Details |
|---|---|
Location | Spring Bay, East Coast Tasmania |
Country | Australia |
Region | Tasmania |
Founded | Founded 2015 |
People | Cameron and Suzy Brett |
Reference whisky | Spring Bay Bourbon Cask Single Malt |
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The history of Spring Bay Distillery
Cam and Suzy Brett founded Spring Bay Distillery in 2015 on Tasmania's east coast, building a small whisky operation surrounded by eucalyptus trees and close to the Tasman Sea.
The business expanded into a range of whisky and other spirits while offering on-site tasting and direct sales. Its setting is central to the brand's coastal character.
Owners and founders
Cameron and Suzy Brett. Current status and ownership can differ from the founding story, as noted where appropriate.
Grains, distillation and maturation
Spring Bay sources Tasmanian barley, ferments and distils it in copper equipment and uses rainwater softened by coastal sea mist to reduce bottling strength.
Different cask types shape each single malt, with ex-bourbon, Solera Muscat, Apera sherry and tawny port releases. They can differ in alcohol strength and colour.
Spring Bay Distillery whisky range
Below are genuine released whisky expressions. Historic bottles and batch-specific strengths should be checked before ordering. No Whisky Clan tasting has been carried out for this research guide.
Spring Bay Bourbon Cask Single Malt
Bourbon-cask matured Tasmanian single malt, as pictured.
Spring Bay Solera Muscat Cask
Wine cask influenced single malt.
Spring Bay Apera Sherry Cask
Tasmanian single malt with Australian sherry-style cask influence.
Spring Bay Tawny Port Cask
Port cask matured expression with a documented 2023 whisky award.
Pictured: Spring Bay Bourbon Cask Single Malt. This is a real producer bottle, rather than a stock illustration.
Awards and key milestones
Spring Bay Tawny Port Cask was named Best Oceanian Whisky at the 2023 Tokyo Whisky and Spirits Competition, according to Tasmania's 2025 export brochure.
Visiting Spring Bay Distillery
The distillery runs an intimate tasting venue at Spring Bay. Verify seasonal opening hours and whether a booking is needed before travelling.
Visitor sessions, opening days and availability can change. Check with the actual operator before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Spring Bay Distillery?
Spring Bay, East Coast Tasmania
When did it begin?
Founded 2015
What is the reference whisky?
Spring Bay Bourbon Cask Single Malt. The article above covers other releases.
Can I visit?
The distillery runs an intimate tasting venue at Spring Bay. Verify seasonal opening hours and whether a booking is needed before travelling.
More distilleries in Tasmania
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Sources and image credits
Research checked 23 October 2026. Outbound links are listed at the bottom after the article.
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