Lark Distillery

The vision of producing a Tasmanian malt whisky was born in 1989 on a trout fishing trip in the highlands of Tasmania.

Bill's father-in-law, Max, produced a wonderful bottle of single malt, and as they enjoyed a drink in the park at Bothwell surrounded by Georgian buildings, barley fields and the gentle flowing of the Clyde River, Bill remarked to Max, “I wonder why there isn’t anyone making malt whisky in Tasmania?”

This question stuck with Bill, as well as his equally curious wife Lyn, leading them to inquire into the details of obtaining a distillation license. This inquiry lead to the discovery of Australia’s antiquated distillation laws and eventually to their amendment. Thus, in 1992, the Lark household became the first Australian distillery to produce single malt spirit in 154 years. The spirit continued to grow and evolve, leading to the creation of a rich Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky aged in small casks. Finally in 1998, after years in the making, from Bill and Lyn’s kitchen table to Davey Street Bond Store, the first Lark Distillery Single Malt Whisky was released commercially.

You can experience LARK Distillery at several venues across the state:

LARK Distillery, Pontville
Set amongst meticulously restored historical buildings, lies Tasmania’s only working whisky village and the iconic new home of Australia’s oldest and most innovative single malt whisky distillery. LARK Pontville Distillery is open every day 10am - 4pm.

The Still, LARK Whisky Bar, Hobart
A retail and tasting room by day that meanders into a suave yet comfortable whisky and cocktail lounge experience as the sun sets and the night unfolds. Whether you crave the thrill of an impromptu tasting or desire to embark on a more formal whisky adventure, there's an experience ready for all.

LARK Cellar Door, Hobart
Situated on the Hobart waterfront, our Davey Street Cellar Door was once distillery and bond store, and is steeped in history. Come in for a tasting and discover where it all began over 32 years ago. Open daily 11am-7pm. Bookings not essential, walk ins welcome.