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Gin Lab Experience

Learn professional gin-making using our Flavour Library

2.5-3 hours

From $95 per person

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Matahui Tasting Experience

Taste award-winning spirits and explore our permaculture garden

1 hour

From $45 per person

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Corporate & Group Events

Team building, celebrations, and private bookings

2.5-3 hours

From $95 per person

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Phone
07 282 7652
Wednesday - Saturday 11am-6pm
Sunday 11am-4pm

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Visit Our Cellar Door

270 Matahui Road,

Aongatete, Near Katikati, Bay of Plenty

Wednesday-Saturday 11am-6pm
Sunday 11am-4pm
(Experiences by appointment only)

Find Us Easily

Driving Directions

From Tauranga (35 minutes)

Take State Highway 2 toward Auckland
About 30 mins after leaving Tauranga, turn right onto Matahui Road at the roundabout
We're on the right after 2km - look for our sign!

From Auckland (2.5 hours)

Take State Highway 2 towards Tauranga
About 10 mins after passing through Katikati, turn left onto Matahui Road at the roundabout
We're on the right after 2km - look for our sign!

From Hamilton (90 minutes)
Head towards Tauranga or Paeroa and join State Highway 2, then follow instructions for Tauranga or Auckland above.

Worth the Drive!
We're in beautiful rural Bay of Plenty - expect peaceful countryside, not city traffic. The journey is part of the experience.

Parking & Arrival

Free on-site parking

Plenty of space for your vehicle

Accessible

Flat paths from parking to distillery. We are working towards an accessible site for all, but there are some small steps and we do not currently have a disabled access toilet. Please contact us if you have special acessibility needs to ensure our venue is suitable.

Arrive 5-10 minutes early

Time to park, use facilities, and settle in

Running late?

Call us: 07 282 7652

Frequently Asked Questions

About Our Experiences

How many people will be in our session?

What should we wear?

What's included in the Gin Lab Experience?

What about designated drivers?

Do we need gin knowledge beforehand?

s the experience suitable for couples?

What if the weather is bad?

Booking & Logistics

How far in advance should we book?

What's your cancellation policy?

Can we bring children?

Is the facility wheelchair accessible?

What time should we arrive?

Can we arrive early to look around the garden?

Products & Purchases

Can I re-order my custom gin?

Can we purchase gin without doing an experience?

Do you ship nationwide?

Can I visit just to browse?

Corporate & Groups

Do you offer corporate events?

Can we book a private experience?

What's included in corporate packages?

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?

Do you have presentation/AV capabilities?

Still Have Questions?

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or call us at 07 282 7652

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Matahui Distillery

270 Matahui Road, Aongatete, Near Katikati
Bay of Plenty

Phone: 07 282 7652
Email: ask@matahuidistillery.com

Cellar Door Hours:
Wednesday-Saturday 11am-6pm
Sunday 11am-4pm

Experiences:
By appointment only - Book Now