Adelaide, prepare to raise a glass to a brand-new event that promises to be one of the highlights of the spring calendar! The inaugural West Thebarton Cocktail Trail is set to take place on Saturday, October 19th, transforming the West Torrens precinct into a bustling hub of local flavours, live music, and community spirit.
This free street party, running from midday until late, is a collaborative effort between four renowned local producers: Ambra Spirits, Imperial Measures Distillery, Happenstance Distillery, and Brightstar Brewing. Each will bring their own unique twist to the trail, offering a diverse and exciting range of drinks and experiences.
For those who appreciate the art of handcrafted liqueurs and spirits, Ambra Spirits will be showcasing their theatrical cocktail experiences. Finn Healey, Managing Director of Ambra Spirits, shared, “For so long we’ve watched this humble suburban street grow stronger & stronger with new brands deciding to call it home and we’re thrilled to finally have an annual event to celebrate the vibrate culture that is West Thebarton! The West Thebby Cocktail Trail will be an incredible day filled with tasty tipples, great food, awesome experiences and some incredible live local music – we can’t wait to see our street come to life!”
Meanwhile, Imperial Measures Distillery, a pioneer in the craft distilling scene, will offer a taste of their award-winning spirits, each one a demonstrating a commitment to their passion and dedication. General Manager Caitlin Macpherson said, “It has become our great privilege to be nestled amongst the delightful venues of these world class producers who have become our friends. We at Imperial Measures are looking forward to joining forces to really showcase what makes this West Thebarton precinct so special. With good food, great locally produced booze and some incredible local artists, the West Thebby Cocktail trail is going to be an amazing way to experience the unique offerings of each venue, and welcome in Spring!”
Gin enthusiasts will be delighted by Happenstance Distillery, known for their small-batch, premium gins and experimental flavours. Mei Lin Ford, the distillery’s co-founder, shared, “Happenstance Distillery is excited to be part of the inaugural West Thebby Cocktail Trail, an exciting new event celebrating local libations and community spirit. Embracing the grass roots industrial vibe of Thebarton, we’re transforming our carpark into a lively hub featuring delicious food, music and our signature sour cherry spritz on special. Join us on the trail and discover why Happenstance Distillery is the little, hidden gem of West Thebby’s thriving community.’
And for those seeking a refreshing counterpoint to the spirits, Brightstar Brewing will be pouring their crisp European-style beers, and unique beer cocktails, perfect for a sunny afternoon. Megan from Brightstar Brewing said, “The Brightstar Brewing team are delighted to be part of the West Thebarton Cocktail Trail this Spring. We are excited to be collaborating with world class producers, located within walking distance of one another, to showcase our offerings in a fun and exciting way. We will be offering our European styles of beer in addition to our bespoke beer cocktails, along with beats being played by local artists.”
The trail will be a multi-sensory experience, with once-off cocktail creations, live music from a diverse lineup of talented local South Australian artists, roaming entertainment, and delicious food offerings to complement the drinks. A specially designed map will guide you from one venue to the next, inviting you to explore the area at your leisure and discover its hidden gems.
This inaugural event is set to showcase the best of the local drinks scene, while injecting some life into the area during a traditionally quiet time of year. The organisers hope that the West Thebarton Cocktail Trail will become an annual tradition, providing a platform for local businesses to shine, for artists to connect with new audiences, and for the community to come together and celebrate the vibrant culture of the region.
The West Thebarton Cocktail Trail is a free event, but registration is required via Humanitix (link below).
WHAT: The West Thebarton Cocktail Trail street party event
WHEN: Saturday October 19th, midday to 11pm
WHERE: Ambra Spirits, Imperial Measures Distilling, Brightstar Brewery & Happenstance Distillery
West Thebarton Rd, Thebarton SA 5031, Australia
MORE INFO: https://bit.ly/4fZy36E
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