Byron Bay: Brewery & Distillery Tour with Tastings & Lunch

Summary

Byron bay brewery and distillery tastings with lunch and easy transfers

You’ll taste your way through Byron Bay’s best breweries and distilleries with a local guide who keeps things fun—not formal. Expect 15–20 drinks (beer, cider, wine or seltzer), a big lunch that actually fills you up, easy transfers between stops, and plenty of moments you’ll want to remember later.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the clink of glasses before anything else—just this low, happy sound as we stepped into Stone & Wood. The place smelled like fresh hops and something sweet I couldn’t name. Our guide, Jamie, handed out tasting paddles with a grin that made it clear he knew exactly what was coming for us (in a good way). I tried to pronounce “Pacific Ale” the Aussie way—got it wrong, obviously. Jamie just laughed and poured another.

We hopped between breweries and distilleries in this air-conditioned minivan that honestly felt like a blessing after the midday heat outside. At Cape Byron Distillery, the gin had this wild citrus smell—Jamie said they use local botanicals from the rainforest, which sounded poetic but tasted even better. There was this moment when someone asked if we could swap beer for cider (I’m not naming names)—turns out you totally can, no fuss at all. Lunch came right when we needed it: big plates, lots of color, and nobody left hungry or bored.

I liked how every spot felt different—Seven Mile Brewing had these long wooden tables where strangers just started talking like old friends. The staff always seemed genuinely proud of what they were pouring. You could tell they cared about the details; one guy explained how their ginger beer gets its bite from fresh roots grown nearby. My notes got messier as the tastings went on (don’t judge), but I still remember the way sunlight hit those glasses at Lord Byron Distillery—kind of golden and slow-moving, like everyone was happy to linger.

I didn’t expect to learn so much about Byron Bay’s brewing scene—or to feel so welcome everywhere we stopped. It wasn’t fancy or stiff; just good people sharing what they love. Even now, I catch myself thinking about that sharp tang of gin or the laughter echoing off those brewery walls. If you’re looking for a day trip from Byron Bay that’s equal parts relaxed and lively (with plenty of tasting paddles), this is it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Visit breweries and distilleries with tastings

• Visit 2 breweries and 2 distilleries
• Taste paddles at first venue
• Taste paddles at second venue
• Guided tasting at third venue
• Taste paddles at fourth venue

Top questions

How many breweries and distilleries are visited on this tour?

The tour visits either 3 breweries and 1 distillery or 2 breweries and 2 distilleries in Byron Bay.

Are tasting paddles included at each stop?

Yes, guided tasting paddles are included at every brewery and distillery visited.

Can I substitute beer for cider or wine?

Yes, you can swap beer for cider, wine, seltzer or ginger beer depending on what’s available at each venue.

Is lunch provided during the tour?

Yes, a large lunch is included in the tour price and dietary needs can be accommodated.

Does the tour include pickup and drop-off?

Yes, pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points in Byron Bay are included.

What time does the tour start?

The tour starts at 11 AM.

How many drinks are included in total?

You’ll sample between 15–20 drinks throughout the day as part of your guided tastings.

Is there an age restriction for this tour?

The minimum age for participants is 18 years old.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup and drop-off from selected points around Byron Bay, all transport by comfy air-conditioned minivan, guided tastings with generous paddles at each brewery or distillery (about 15–20 drinks altogether), plus a big tasty lunch with options for all diets before heading back in the afternoon.