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Fresh Spirits
"New gin distilleries are springing up in north-eastern Victoria, with passionate distillers using interesting botanicals to create fabulous drops."
As soon as Dave and Jen Hodges spotted the noisy resident barking owl perched on a beam in their rustic timber 1940s shearing shed, they knew just what to call their gin — Barking Owl. Barking owls adorn their striking labels, and if you're lucky, you may catch a glimpse of the owl that still drops by the distillery.
"I love using different plants from the garden to create special gins. It requires a mix of magic and science."
More Coverage
The Sydney Morning Herald
Traveller — Print Edition · Saturday, 5 February 2022
Six of the Best Gin Distilleries in North-East Victoria
Molly and Louis are the names of the two copper stills that take centre stage in the rustic 1940s shearing shed at Wooragee, near Beechworth. Passionate distiller Dave Hodges makes handcrafted vodka, gin, seasonal spirits and bitters.
Traveller / The Age
traveller.com.au · 14 February 2023
Six of the Best Gin Distilleries in North-East Victoria
Selected as one of the six best gin distilleries in the region, with Barking Owl featured as the lead hero image for the article.
The New Edition
Horizons · 2023
Fresh Spirits
Dave and Jen Hodges share two copper stills, a rustic shearing shed, and a passion for craft. Barking Owl leads the region's artisan gin movement — grain-to-glass, family-run, with Tuscan Gin and Smoked Tea Tree Gin among the highlights.
See High Country
Tourism North East · 2023
Discover Barking Owl Distilling Co.
Featured as a must-visit destination in Victoria's High Country — the rustic shearing shed distillery, grain-to-glass spirits, and one of the region's most distinctive tasting experiences.
Press Photography
Tasting experience at the bar
Group tasting — copper still behind
Dave & Jen Hodges, founders
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