A glimpse of your day at Mt Uncle
A G&T at the bar, a guided flight, a board to share and the agave rows on the same property.
Signature G&Ts, built to let the botanicals shine
Tastings across rum, gin and agave spirit
A relaxed bar, good conversation and no rush to leave
Walk the Blue Weber agave rows and see where it all begins
Cheese and charcuterie boards, $35 and $45, to slow the afternoon down
Stay the night at the Mt Uncle RV Retreat
Guided Tasting
Taste across the three houses with someone who knows the spirits, and hear how the flavour is built, from fermentation and copper pot distillation to maturation in the tropics.
Duration
Approximately 30 minutes
Tasting flight
Four 15ml pours. Choose from FNQ Rum Co., Agave Australis and Botanic Australis, neat or with a mixer.
Price
A$20.00 per guest. Upgrade to a larger flight available on the day.
Available time slots: 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm and 5pm daily.
A destination distillery in the Atherton Tablelands
Mt Uncle Distillery is family-owned and independently run, set on former cattle pasture high in the Tablelands. The cellar door sits among open space, agave rows and big skies. Taste what we distil here, then wander the grounds.
Guided tastings
Four pours you choose, talked through at an easy pace.
Signature serves
Botanic Australis G&Ts and a rotating cocktail list built to highlight our spirits.
The grounds
Room to wander, spot wildlife, walk the agave rows or settle in with friends.
Come to the source
Address
Mt Uncle Distillery, 1819 Chewko Road, Walkamin QLD 4872. About an hour from Cairns.
Opening hours
Open daily 10am to 6pm, closed public holidays.
Experience
Guided tastings, signature serves and bottles to take home. Walk-ins welcome.
Food and coffee
Cheese board $35 and charcuterie board $45, prepared fresh each morning and available daily during opening hours. Coffee from White Whale Coffee Roasters in Cairns is on from 10am.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book?
No bookings are required for standard visits. Walk-ins are welcome during opening hours. For groups, private functions or special requests, contact us ahead of time.
What can I taste?
Guided tastings pour from FNQ Rum Co., Agave Australis and Botanic Australis: rum, gin and agave spirit, neat or with a mixer.
Is it family-friendly?
Yes. The venue is set up for a relaxed, family-friendly visit with open space and grounds to enjoy.
Can I stay on site?
Yes. The Mt Uncle RV Retreat is located on site, making it easy to stay close and turn the visit into a full day.
Where are you located?
Mt Uncle Distillery is in the Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, and is an easy drive from Cairns, Mareeba and Atherton.
