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Tipsy Tours
5.0(2,475)
Type:Wine, Gin & Beer ExperiencesArea:SouthportGroup size:Up to 220Price:From $195pp
Flamingo Tours
5.0(60)
Type:Wine, Gin & Beer ExperiencesArea:CoombabahGroup size:Up to 23Price:From $195pp
Mount Tamborine Wine Tours
5.0(24)
Type:Wine, Gin & Beer ExperiencesArea:Tamborine MountainPrice:From $60pp
Six-Tricks Distilling Co.
4.9(127)
Type:Wine, Gin & Beer Experiences, Cocktail ClassesArea:Mermaid BeachGroup size:Up to 50Price:From $55pp
Tamborine Mountain Distillery
4.8(652)
Type:Wine, Gin & Beer Experiences, Cocktail ClassesArea:Tamborine MountainGroup size:Up to 100Price:From $30pp
Balter Brewing Company
4.7(450)
Type:Wine, Gin & Beer ExperiencesArea:CurrumbinGroup size:Up to 400Price:From $30pp
O'Reilly's Canungra Valley Vineyards
4.5(635)
Type:Wine, Gin & Beer ExperiencesArea:CanungraGroup size:Up to 250Price:From $30pp
Burleigh Brewing Company
4.5(220)
Type:Wine, Gin & Beer ExperiencesArea:Burleigh HeadsGroup size:Up to 600Price:From $75pp
Precinct Brewing
4.4(276)
Type:Wine, Gin & Beer ExperiencesArea:MiamiPrice:From $25pp
Cedar Creek Estate Vineyard & Winery
3.7(368)
Type:Wine, Gin & Beer ExperiencesArea:Tamborine MountainGroup size:Up to 100Price:From $16pp

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Choosing a Tasting Experience

Two very different tasting days are on offer here. Up on Tamborine Mountain and around Canungra you have vines, cellar doors and cooler air, which calls for planned transport. Down on the flat, Burleigh Heads, Miami, Currumbin and Varsity Lakes have a run of breweries and distilleries, so a group can stay close to its accommodation and keep going afterwards.

Several formats to compare, each with a different budget:

  • Hosted tastings: wine from about $16 per person and vineyard paddles from $30 per person, with little structure and plenty of time to chat
  • Guided production tours: brewery visits from $25 per person, up to a brewmaster-led backstage tour at $75 per person
  • Hands-on classes: making your own gin or shaking a cocktail masterclass, with prices from $55 per person at one Mermaid Beach distillery
  • Private transport tours: a family-run driver from $60 per person, or a day bus with tastings from $195 per person, so check what each includes
  • Whole-venue hire: several breweries and distilleries offer function spaces, suited to a Christmas party or team event

If nobody wants to be the designated driver, a booked tour is often the deciding factor. Larger groups may also want their own party bus, particularly when collecting guests from more than one part of the coast.

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Mountain or coast?

  • Choose the mountain for scenery and a slower pace, but expect mist at times and pack a layer
  • Choose Burleigh Heads or Miami for easy access from beach accommodation and an evening that can continue nearby
  • Mostly outdoor tables can be lovely in winter sun, but ask about cover in storm season
  • A hinterland winery with farm animals to feed can suit a family birthday better than a taproom

Questions for the cellar door or taproom

  • How many guests can be hosted at one sitting, and when does a booking have to become private
  • What is poured, how many samples are included and whether food is part of the price
  • Whether non-drinkers pay the same or have a separate option
  • Whether a platter, pizza or merchandise package can be added at a set price
  • How long the guided section lasts, and whether you can stay on the premises afterwards

Keeping the day safe and pleasant

  • Space tasting stops out with a proper meal, particularly on a warm day
  • Tell guests the pick-up point and return time in advance, so nobody gets left at the last stop
  • If your tour collects from several hotels, ask how far apart the pick-ups can be
  • A hens or birthday group should ask whether the operator has a limit on party behaviour or costumes

Common Questions About Tasting Experiences

How do we get home after a Tamborine Mountain winery day?

Book a tour or a bus before you lock in the wineries. Private tours start at $60 per person and day packages at $195 per person, and each removes the need for a sober driver.

Which suits a work team better: a brewery tour or a gin class?

A brewery tour is easy and social, with plenty of room to mingle. A gin or cocktail class gives people a task and a result, so it works well if you want something closer to team building.

What do Gold Coast brewery tours usually include?

Most combine a guided walk with a tasting paddle at the end, starting from $25 per person. More in-depth backstage tours run to $75 per person, and some breweries add food or merchandise.

Can a hens party do a tasting without leaving Burleigh or Miami?

Yes, the southern end has several breweries and distilleries, and some welcome hens bookings. Ask for a private table or room, and check what food is available.

Is it worth visiting the hinterland vineyards in summer?

It can be, because the mountain is cooler than the beach. Afternoon storms are common in humid months, so aim for a morning start or a booking with cover.

Do distilleries here charge for group tours?

It varies. Headline prices start around $30 per person, although some operators offer free tours and charge for tastings, classes or venue hire, so ask for the group rate.