Sunshine Sipping with Sunshine & Sons
Jodie Cameron discovers the spirit of an award-winning distillery where people, pooches and picnics are welcome every day.
There’s something special about the Sunshine Coast – a place where weekends are for exploring, connecting, and soaking up the good life. Overlooking lush rainforest at Woombye, next to the Big Pineapple, Sunshine & Sons Premium Spirits captures the spirit of the Coast.
It’s more than a spot to sip world-class spirits; it’s where good company, great drinks and golden light come together, every day. At Sunshine & Sons Premium Spirits, the coastal vibe isn’t just celebrated – it’s bottled.
Visitors can join a guided Distillery Experience, learn to mix, shake and pour in a Cocktail Masterclass, or simply enjoy the sunshine with a drink in hand. Open daily from 10am to 5pm, it’s relaxed and welcoming – the kind of place where kids and dogs roam freely while adults toast to the good life.
In just a few short years, Sunshine & Sons Premium Spirits have become one of Australia’s brightest distilling success stories, bringing home gold from some of the world’s top spirits competitions. Their smooth Original Vodka was named World’s Best at the World Vodka Awards, while Nil Desperandum Rum earned Gold at the World Rum Awards. They’ve also been crowned Best Distillery in Australia and named a 2025 Best of Queensland Experience – proof that their spirits reflect both skill and the true essence of coastal living.
I’ll admit, I was never much of a gin or coffee drinker. But after joining a Sunshine & Sons Premium Spirits Cocktail Masterclass, that changed fast. Guided by one of their mixologists, the two-hour session combines laughter, learning, and a few friendly challenges.
You’ll create and enjoy three cocktails, each showcasing a Sunshine & Sons Premium Spirits or Nil Desperandum Rum. The flavours are bright and tropical, the atmosphere easygoing and fun. Between sips and stories, you’ll discover new favourites, take home a recipe booklet, and receive a $15 credit toward your next bottle.
For those who prefer to sip and stroll, the Distillery Experience Tour is a relaxed way to taste and learn. For $15 per person (redeemable with any bottle purchase), guests can meet the makers and discover the secret ingredient to award-winning drinks, and take home a keepsake etched glass. Tours run hourly from 10am to 4pm daily, and walk-ins are welcome.
From the clean, coastal lift of their Original Dry Gin to the pure clarity of volcanic rock-filtered Original Vodka, every bottle tells a story of place and passion. Sunshine & Sons is proudly part of Queensland’s Sunshine Pantry and champions local farms that shape their unique flavours.
There’s fresh excitement this season with the release of Summer Citrus Gin – a a refreshing, zesty celebration of summer on the Sunshine Coast. Distilled with fragrant Bergamot, Seville, and Valencia oranges, it’s smooth, fruity, and effortlessly refreshing. Perfect for slow afternoons by the beach or wherever summer takes you. Enjoy as a vibrant G&T with an orange slice, or mix into citrus-forward cocktails to brighten every occasion. It’s available online and at the Distillery Door.
For those hunting unique gifts, Sunshine & Sons’ limited-edition bundles bring the taste of spirit to any occasion. Plus there is the opportunity to personalise the label and add some Sunshine & Sons etched glasses. The 50ml party pouches are perfect for popping in the picnic basket or pool parties where space is as premium as your spirits.
The philosophy is simple: celebrate the Coast, craft with care, and create spirits that make people smile.
Whether you’re a gin lover, rum devotee or simply chasing an afternoon in good company, Sunshine & Sons Premium Spirits is where the soul of the Sunshine Coast shines brightest.
Pack a picnic, let the kids roam and furbabies frolic (on a lead), and enjoy the sunshine in good spirits.
SIP, SHAKE & WIN!
Discover the award-winning ingredients that make Sunshine & Sons Premium Spirits so magical.
Distillery Experience
$15 per person (redeemable on any 700ml bottle). Includes tasting and take-home tumbler. Bookings essential.
Friday to Tuesday, 3-5pm.
Cocktail Masterclass
$99 per person (2–10 guests). Includes a recipe booklet and $15 credit towards any bottle. Bookings essential.
Friday to Tuesday, 3-5pm.
Distillery Door
Free entry for tastings and purchases. Perch at the outdoor bars or BYO picnic rug and enjoy the sunshine.
Open 7 days, 10am-5pm
Sunshine & Sons Premium Spirits
104 Nambour Connection Rd, Woombye
WIN a Cocktail Masterclass for two!
Visit www.innoosamagazine.com.au/win/ to enter the draw to WIN a Sunshine & Sons Cocktail Masterclass for two – the ultimate way to sip, shake, and savour the Sunshine Coast spirit.
