Get ready for World Gin Day, a celebration dedicated to indulging in the finest clear spirit while admiring Adelaide’s top-notch bars.
South Australia has positioned itself as the Gin State of Australia, boasting a plethora of local producers spreading their delightful concoctions throughout the city.
This Gin renaissance mirrors the historical Gin Craze of the 1600s, albeit with the wisdom to avoid excessive consumption. So, let’s dive into the exciting highlights of this jam-packed Saturday!
GIN PARTY AT SÔL ROOFTOP
Revel in the city’s best rooftop bar that boasts 270-degree views of Adelaide. Since opening in 2020, the venue has become synonymous with high-class experiences.
Start with a signature cocktail crafted by a Sol Rooftop mixologist upon arrival, then sample the range over two hours of bottomless 23rd Street gins and canapes.
Where: Level 9, SkyCity Adelaide Sunday
When: June 11 from 5pm, Bottomless 23rd St Gin from 5-7pm (party continues 7pm-late)
Price: $99 per person
For more information, and to book, click here.
DARK ARTS SOCIETY: WORLD GIN DAY AT GILBERT PLACE
Step right up and witness the unadulterated chaos that is the Dark Arts Society: World Gin Day on Gilbert Place. It will be a twisted and macabre night of gin-fueled madness, where the dark arts come alive and the spirits run wild.
You’ll be greeted by the sights of live body painting and fire breathers, their flames illuminating the darkness as they dance to the hypnotic beat of DJs out on the street. Witness the spectacle of a giant mural being brought to life before your very eyes, while the tantalising taste of gin beckons you to indulge in its dark and seductive embrace.
Each venue will be completely transformed for the night, unleashing the inner oddities that have been lurking in the shadows.
Where: Gilbert Place, Adelaide
When: June 10 from 4pm
Price: $20 per person
For more information and to book a ticket, click here.
GIN FEST AT GLEN EWIN ESTATE
World Gin Day is on June 10th, and the team at Glen Ewin are throwing a huge party to celebrate.
The stunning, rustic 180-year-old Pulpshed building will have an amazing atmosphere, as many local distilleries offer tastings and drinks prepared directly by distillers.
Guests get a glass on arrival, so then you can go around and sample some of SA’s best gins, including those from Pot & Still, Dapper Chap Distillery, Heaps Good Gin, Little Bonsai Gin, and Needle & Pin Spirits.
Where: Glen Ewin Estate, 43 Lower Hermitage Rd, Houghton SA
When: 10 June, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Price: from $45 per person
For more information, and to book, click here.
WORLD GIN DAY EVE MASTERCLASS AT PROHIBITION LIQUOR CO
Prohibition will kick off the weekend with a special World Gin Day Eve Masterclass, to get you in the mood for World Gin Day. Join the fun and taste six Prohibition Gins from Prohibition’s award-winning range as well as a few never been released to the public spirits.
Where: 22 Gilbert Street Adelaide, SA 5000
When: Friday, June 9 6:30pm – 8pm
Price: from $59 per person
For more information, and to book, click here.
GIN DAY AT A PRAYER FOR THE WILD AT HEART
A Prayer For The Wild At Heart is celebrating International Gin Day over the June long weekend. Because why stick to one day? There’s a specially curated gin menu and a HEAP of snacks.
Where: 44 Hurtle Square, Adelaide SA
When: Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th June 12pm – 5pm
For more information, and to book, click here.
WORLD GIN DAY AT THREEFOLD DISTILLING
Celebrate World Gin Day at Threefold Distilling. Start your day with a Boozy Brunch from 10:30am to 1pm, featuring Gin Specials and an hourly Prize Raffle. Enjoy Live Music from 2pm to 8pm. Don’t miss out on the gin-filled fun!
Where: 1/524 Anzac Hwy, Glenelg East
When: Saturday 10th June 12pm – late
For more information, and to book, click here.
WORLD GIN DAY AT ROUTE 9
Route 9 Distillery are marking World Gin Day in style. Enjoy $8 Gin and Tonic specials all weekend long and savour their mouthwatering new pizza menu. Open from midday to 5 pm, Friday 9th June to Sunday 12th June.
Where: 37 Onkaparinga Valley Rd, Balhannah SA 5242
When: midday to 5 pm, Friday 9th June to Sunday 12th June.
For more information, and to book, click here.
WORLD GIN DAY AT BAROSSA DISTILLING CO
World Gin Day celebrations are returning to The Distillery so you can celebrate the wonderful juniper-based spirit in the Barossa.
The team at Barossa Distilling Co will be giving away a FREE bottle of Barossa Distilling Gin EVERY HOUR on the hour between 12pm – 6pm! All you’ve got to do to enter is purchase a G&T during that hour and correctly answer the gin-themed quiz question.
Where: 18-28 Tanunda Rd, Nuriootpa
When: Saturday 10th June 12pm – 6pm
For more information, and to book, click here.
WORLD GIN WEEKEND AT 23RD STREET DISTILLING
Because one day isn’t enough…23rd Street Distillery to celebrate all things gin from Saturday to Monday of the long weekend. You can expect live entertainment, bespoke gin tastings, special gin cocktails and Gin Blending Masterclasses all weekend long!
They are also offering a discount on takeaway gin bottles, and gin RTD’s. To book a Gin Blending Masterclass, make sure you secure a spot.
Where: Twentythird St, Renmark SA 5341
When: Saturday 10 June – Monday 12 June
For more information, click here.
WORLD GIN DAY AT PROHIBITION LIQUOR CO
On World Gin Day, Saturday June 10th, there will be three Masterclasses where Prohibition will be teaming up with Distilleries from South Australia, Newcastle and Far North Queensland to show case some of the best Gins from around Australia.
Where: 22 Gilbert Street Adelaide, SA 5000
When: Saturday, June 10 various times
Price: from $45 per person
For more information, and to book, click here.
For other things to do this June long weekend, click here.
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