The beenleigh rum distillery, originally founded in the 1800s, boasts original timber vats and traditional copper pot stills inside a heritagelisted building. It commenced operations in 1884 and was the legal successor to a floating moonshine still, the ss walrus, which drifted between cane plantations and evading police in the early 19th century. Beenleigh rum distillery is a heritagelisted rum distillery at distillery road, eagleby once part. Beenleigh rum is one of australias oldest brands of rum. Beenleigh artisan distillery up to 52% off beenleigh. Jasmine draper will be here to discuss the history, processes and. Beenleigh rum distillery environment, land and water. They opened a new interpretation and tasting centre 3 weeks ago, and it is very well done. At the 2016 australian census, beenleigh recorded a population of 8,252. It was lots of fun taking the guided tour and learning about the distillery s history, especially as the facility has flooded. Most rums are produced in caribbean and american countries, but also in other sugar producing countries, such as the philippines and india rums are produced in various grades. Statelibqld 1 41011 beenleigh rum distillery near beenleigh.
Explore the distillery and learn how artisan craft fine australian rum. View the visitor centre and learn the history of this queensland icon, take a tour of the distillery and sample some of beenleighs awardwinning rum such as. Still pot stilled the traditional way before being craftily blended after a minimum of two years ageing in both exbrandy vats and exbourbon barrels. The challenge at beenleigh rum distillery was to create contemporary looks and heritage flavour with a longlasting design. View the visitor centre and learn the history of this queensland icon, take a tour of the distillery and sample some of beenleigh s awardwinning rum such as copper pot distilled rum, honey liqueur and double barrel rum, aged in ex bourbon and brandy barrels. Have access to distillery exclusive merchandise and limited edition products. The distillate, a clear liquid, is usually aged in oak barrels. Beenleigh rum distillery tours a distillery tour is for. I know not why we should blush to confess that molasses was an essential ingredient in american independence. About beenleigh artisan distillery a tribute to bold australian enterprise, beenleigh artisan distillery is a standing monument of a legend.
Created before any other rum in the country before even coca cola was invented. Text last corrected on 11 september 2017 by loganlocalstudies. Beenleigh artisan distillery, eagleby between brisbane and the gold coast sits the famed beenleigh artisan distillery the home of some of the finest queenslandproduced rum. Founded in 1884, on the banks of the albert river, beenleigh is the oldest registered and continuously working rum distillery down under. Its the oldest and continuous distillery in the country, and its story. Learn about the history of making spirits and the trials distillers went through in the earlier days. This building was built in 1873 and served the local children of the area until 1972. It was lots of fun taking the guided tour and learning about the distillerys history, especially as the facility has flooded several times. Still operating from their original stone building upon the banks of the albert river at eagleby. From a loveable rogue called the bosun to the expert distillers of today, our history is coloured by the bold men and women who refused to let their future be left in the hands of. The stills, vats and photos were relocated to the beenleigh historical village. The town is the terminus for the beenleigh railway line, which first opening in 1885 and a stop on the south coast railway line, which reached southport in 1889. Beenleigh is a town on the gold coast railway line, 33 km southeast of central brisbane. Queenslands bundaberg and beenleigh rum distilleries are.
Australias oldest rum distillery has opened its doors to visitors for the first time since the 1980s. Unmissable caramel undertones and pronounced vanilla notes, thanks. Every single drop in every single bottle reflects the courage and determination inherent in our true aussie spirit. The beenleigh rum distillery on the banks of the albert river was licensed in 1884 and utilised molasses from sugar grown and crushed in the area. Feb 25, 2016 the beenleigh rum distillery has been operating for over 100 years making very good rum. We have a great selection of distilling books to choose from. Weddings looking for a truly unique backdrop for your special day. The beenleigh tavern is a fantastic meeting point of the beenleigh community, offering something exciting for all. Beenleigh artisan distillery tour and tasting experience. The old wooden vats for aging the rum are fascinating. Beenleigh rum distillery, a fascinating taste of queensland history.
In operation since 1884, the site welcomes visitors to tour the tall stories of the building and learn the history of australias oldest registered distillery and the people who made it into what it is today. Beenleigh rum the rum for australians, made by australians since 1884. Rum is a distilled alcoholic drink made by fermenting then distilling sugarcane molasses or sugarcane juice. Over years later were still crafting smallbatch rum the traditional way, at our distillery on the banks of the albert river in eagleby qld. With an ideal afternoon catch up spot, sports bar and multiple large screen plasma t. Call 07 3807 3737 to discuss, or send us an enquiry. One of the most important industries associated with brisbane and its environments is the rum distillery at beenleigh, the property of messrs 233 words. There are tours you can do that run every hour or 30 minutes, depending on demand, there is also an good display of the history of the company. Located thirty minutes from brisbane, just off the m1 at exit 35 in eagleby, this boutique. The value of rum was based upon the lack of coinage among the population of the colony, and due to the drinks ability to allow its consumer to temporarily. Contact us to discuss our tailormade wedding packages in australias oldest registered distillery. C this article has been rated as cclass on the projects quality scale. Founded by a rogue who ran a sly grog shop, built by convicts, flooded, floated and subjected to fluctuating fashions, australias oldest rum distillery boasts a long and colourful history that dates back to the late 1800s.
Loaded with heritage and a rich history, australias oldest registered distillery is a mustvisit for. Tall stories, colourful characters and a heritage as rich and distinctive as beenleigh rum itself, welcome to the history of australias oldest registered distillery and the people and the rum that made it what it is today. A flood in 1887, took the distillery and a large number of rum barrels down the river but another still was installed and brick building were built to replace the ruined still house. Visit beenleigh artisan distillery on your trip to logan city. Beenleigh is the oldest continuously operating rum distillery in australia. Opened in 1884, beenleigh rum distillery is australias original rum, and the gold coasts longest running hospitality establishment. Walrus, run by bosun bill, the floating sugar mill and distillery that had become notorious for evading state. Beenleigh is located between the logan and albert rivers and was settled by europeans from 1840. Beenleigh traditional rum liqueur 750ml the heritage listed beenleigh rum distillery is the oldest registered and operating distillery in australia, established in 1884.
To book a tour of the beenleigh rum distillery or for more. Whiskey, rum, brandy, moonshine, and more joy of series. Historic and iconic rum distillery open to visitors brisbane times. The heritagelisted distillery has been undergoing restoration and expansion since late 2012 including the launch of the beenleigh artisan distillery visitor centre which takes visitors on a trip back in time through the still house, which still bears testament to the 1887. Beenleigh copper pot distilled rum shop now region. Sugar cane grown in this region led to a successful sugar industry. Over years of experience and history in every drop. Coronavirus demand sees distillers donate ethanol and. Beenleigh rum distillery, the oldest distillery in australia. Beenleigh rum is again being produced at the distillery. It is produced at the heritagelisted beenleigh rum distillery at eagleby. Crafted by beenleigh s artisan distillers from sundrenched australian sugarcane. Theres a hushed quiet and a palpable sense of history embedded in rough, limedleached bricks of the heritagelisted, yearold distillery. The beenleigh rum distillery is a living piece of queensland history, as the oldest registered distillery in australia.
Most rums are produced in caribbean and american countries, but also in other sugar producing countries, such as the philippines and india. Rum became an important trade good in the early period of the colony of new south wales. Forget bunderburg at over years old, beenleigh rum distillery is australias oldest working distillery. Sit back and enjoy the flavour, textures and aromas of our finely crafted rum as part of the tasting experience. Thanks to new owners, the distillery is enjoying a rebirth with a new visitors centre, which opened to the public late in 2015. Beenleigh artisan distillers opens to visitors brisbane. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your tour time. The oldest registered and heritage listed rum distillery in australia, established in 1884. It is best known for the beenleigh rum distillery founded on the local sugar. Australia day beenleigh rum distillery tours events. To book a tour of the beenleigh rum distillery or for more information contact gavin butler on 07 3807 3737 or gavin. Beenleigh rum distillery is within the scope of wikiproject australia, which aims to improve wikipedia s coverage of australia and australiarelated topics. Between 1981 and 2005 a museum featuring displays on the history of sugar and rum production in the beenleigh area was open at the distillery. On this short tour of the heritagelisted distillery site, hear about the distillery s colourful history and the techniques that are part of beenleigh s rum making process.
The 3yearold distillery picked up silver medals for its 10yearold rum, beenleigh white rum, beenleigh port barrel rum and beenleigh vodka, and a bronze medal for its beenleigh double barrel. History beenleigh rum distillery, on the banks of the albert river near beenleigh, queensland. Beenleigh rum distillery is a heritagelisted rum distillery at distillery road, eagleby once part of beenleigh, city of logan, queensland, australia. From a loveable rogue called the bosun to the expert distillers of today, our history is coloured by the bold men and women who refused to let their future be left in the hands of fate. Dec 02, 2015 historic and iconic rum distillery open to visitors. Beenleigh copper pot distilled rum ultimate rum guide. The beenleigh rum distillery is the oldest registered distillery in australia, and is a rare survivor of australias early sugar industry. It is best known for the beenleigh rum distillery founded on the local sugar industry in the beenleigh history see more. For many locals, the experience will tap fond memories of the big red building which served as a thirstquenching stopoff point enroute from brisbane to. We have books about the craft distilling industry as well as how to bottle and label your products. Distillery manager john mulraney said the brand relaunch, complete with a new, fiveyear aged dark rum, honey liqueur and new bottling we have plans for a new tourist centre to be developed at.
A government survey for the new town was conducted in 1866. Beenleigh rum distillery, on the banks of the albert river near beenleigh, queensland. Beenleigh copper pot distilled rum 030049 eur, age, australia, beenleigh rum, brand, country, dark rum, na no age definition, price, rum types 0 flares filament. Beenleigh rum more than just a rum, more even just as a spirit beenleigh rum is a tribute to bold australian enterprise and the stuff that legends are made of. If you would like to participate, visit the project page. Australias oldest distillery, beenleigh rum is whipping up its own sanitiser and selling it online. Beenleigh rum is a tribute to all that is truly australian. Detectives are searching tor thieves who stole 282 gallons of overproof rum from the beenleigh distillery.
Visit these websites to explore the history of beenleigh further. And over years later, theyre still making rum the traditional, boutique way. John adams, by then one of the countrys founding fathers, wrote to a friend. Picture believed to be the beenleigh state school, 1872 state school, book art. Distilleries in australia are converting their operations to produce muchneeded hand sanitiser. Beenleigh rum distillery near beenleigh, queensland, circa 1912 item is held by john oxley library, state library of queensland. Jan 10, 2014 it feels like time has stood still at the beenleigh rum distillery. Welcome to the history of australias oldest registered distillery and the people and the rum that made it what it is today. Musttry brewery and distillery tours the weekend series. Beenleigh rum distillery wins awards for top drops quest news.
It was lots of fun taking the guided tour and learning about the distillerys history, especially as the facility has flooded. The beenleigh rum distillery is back and has a new, fiveyear. And be sure to check out the first beenleigh rum distillery in the old sugar mill on land, the fire engine shed with its collection of trucks including vintage dodges, hesters dairy and the coomera lockup a tiny room used for overnight lockup of prisoners with a glassencased ned kelly display out front. Jan 01, 2006 i am not so much a sucker for history books as i am a sucker for very focused, almsot gimmicky, history books.
In 1899, beenleigh rum won a gold medal at the london international fair, the first of many awards won by this australian distillery. The loganholme school house the loganholme one teacher school arrived at the beenleigh historical village in 2009 and is the newest addition to the village. This book is inspired by the recent popularity of rum among cocktail circles, and by the advent of so many new rum craft distilleries in north america. It was added to the queensland heritage register on 6 march 2004. It feels like time has stood still at the beenleigh rum distillery. European settlement in the beenleigh district began with german lutheran farmers at bethania in 1864, on the logan river, about 6 km northwest of. Garnish apple slice and a few of beenleigh rum soaked raisins. Beenleigh artisan distillersis home to australias original rum. Beenleigh rum, thought to be the oldest rum distillery in australia, has opened to visitors for. Our guide was informative and chatty and as there were only three of us on our tour we were able to see and ask about anything and everything. Both beenleigh rum distillery and bundaberg rum distillery are.
Beenleigh rum brisbane, queensland, australia drink. Beenleigh rum distillery tours a distillery tour is for all. There are 4 sugar cane spirits distilled by beenleigh distillery. A genuine surviving symbol of our rugged pioneering past and the fight for survival against all odds. The original proprietor, james stewart, sold the boats still to local entrepreneurs who used it to start the beenleigh rum distillery. Beenleigh artisan distillery wedding venues beenleigh. Check out this incredible project and how cutek cd50 provided a low maintenence, edgy finish. Vs to watch all the big games, 2 pool tables, onsite tab and all your favourite cold beers on tap. Beenleigh distillery is the oldest continuously licensed distillery in australia and produces australian style rum a variation on english style rum. The town of beenleigh developed consequent to the growth of sugar related industries in the area and took its name from the plantation that the preceded the establishment of the distillery. Low this article has been rated as lowimportance on the projects importance scale. Beenleigh rum classic liqueur beenleigh traditional dark rum beenleigh white rum stubbs queensland white rum 8 of 1575 ministry of rum forum members have selected beenleigh traditional dark rum as one of their favorites.
Beenleigh rum, owned by beverage company bickfords group, is australias. Take a step back in time this australia day and australia day weekend with a free tour of the countrys oldest distillery. More than just a rum, more even than just a spirit beenleigh rum is a tribute to bold australian enterprise and the stuff that legends are made of. The earliest licensed distillery in australia opened in beenleigh and produced the award winning beenleigh rum. To celebrate this they are relaunching their portfolio of rum, a white rum and a 5 y. Beenleigh rum distillery, on the banks of the albert river near brisbane, queensland, circa 1912.
Jan 24, 2014 the distillers guide to rum ian smiley, eric watson, michael delevante, eric zandona, martin cate on. Beenleigh artisan distillers eagleby must do brisbane. It is best known for the beenleigh rum distillery founded on the local sugar industry in the mid1880s. And over years later, theyre still making rum the traditional, boutique way, from the original stone building upon the banks of the albert river at eagleby and exclusively sourcing australias finest molasses from the countrys only remaining family. To book a tour of the beenleigh rum distillery or for more information contact gavin. We really enjoyed the peace and quiet and the look of the historic red barn surrounded by canefields and farmland. The legend of the bosun lives on with beenleigh rum vok beverages has again become the proud owners of the beenleigh rum distillery.
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