Four Pillars Gin

Four Pillars Gin is one of the most recognised distillery experiences for guests staying at Yarra Valley Lodge, located in nearby Healesville.

Set inside a working gin distillery, Four Pillars gives guests a different way to experience the Yarra Valley’s food and drink scene. The distillery is known for its modern Australian gin, copper stills, botanical blends, Gin Shop and Gin Garden, where visitors can settle in with a G&T paddle, cocktail or something from the distillery kitchen.

Why visit Four Pillars Gin

Four Pillars is less about a quick drink and more about seeing where the gin is made. Guests staying at Yarra Valley Lodge can book a table at the distillery, join a guided tasting, browse the Gin Shop or plan around one of the hands-on experiences offered throughout the year.

The distillery hosts a rotating calendar of tastings, workshops and masterclasses, including G&T tastings, cocktail workshops, distillery tours and Maker Sessions. These are worth checking before you visit, especially if you want to learn more about the gin-making process or make the distillery a feature of your Yarra Valley itinerary.

The Gin Shop is also part of the experience. Guests can browse the Four Pillars range, look out for limited releases or choose a bottle to take home as a gift. For couples or small groups staying at the Lodge, it can be a relaxed afternoon in Healesville before returning to the estate.

How to get there

Four Pillars Gin is located at 2 Lilydale Road, Healesville. From Yarra Valley Lodge, allow approximately 25 to 30 minutes by car.

Driving is the simplest option from the Lodge. The distillery sits close to the centre of Healesville, making it easy to pair with lunch, a local produce stop or a visit to nearby cellar doors before heading back to Yarra Valley Lodge.

Good to know

• Opening hours: Open 7 days a week.
• Bookings: Bookings are recommended, and essential for many tastings, workshops and events.
• Experiences: Options may include distillery bench tastings, G&T tastings, distillery tours, cocktail workshops and Maker Sessions.
• Age note: Gin tastings and most workshops are for guests aged 18 and over.
• Best for: Couples, small groups, gin lovers, food and drink travellers, and guests wanting to explore the distillery side of the Yarra Valley.
• Allow: Around 1 to 2 hours for drinks or a tasting, or longer if joining a workshop.
• Best time to visit: Afternoon works well if you want to enjoy a G&T in the Gin Garden before returning to the Lodge.

Make it part of your stay

Plan Four Pillars as a Healesville afternoon during your stay at Yarra Valley Lodge. Spend the morning slowly on the estate, then head out for a distillery tasting, cocktail workshop or a drink in the Gin Garden.

If you find a gin you love, bring a bottle back with you as a take-home from the region, a gift for someone special, or something to enjoy later in your stay. Back at the Lodge, settle into the evening on your private balcony or terrace, stop by Lodge Bar, or keep the day relaxed after exploring one of the Yarra Valley’s best-known distilleries.

To plan around tastings, workshops or seasonal events, check what’s on at Four Pillars Gin before your stay.