HOBART DISTILLERY FIELD GUIDE
Inside LARK: Tasting Tasmania’s First Licensed Modern Whisky at the Cellar Door
A guided, 45-minute tasting at The Still LARK Whisky Bar that traces Lark Distillery’s origins and showcases a series of single malts across its recent decades.
Inside LARK: Tasting Tasmania’s First Licensed Modern Whisky at the Cellar Door.
At The Still LARK Whisky Bar in Hobart, a short guided tasting unpacks the story of Lark — Australia’s first licensed modern whisky distillery — pairing that narrative with a curated sequence of single malts that trace the brand from its origin to its most recent, genre-pushing releases.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A cornerstone of Australian whisky
Lark is presented as the first licensed Tasmanian whisky distillery of the modern era, and the tasting situates its role in the development of Australian single malt.
Single malts across recent decades
Guests sample a series of single malts that showcase key releases and stylistic shifts in Lark’s output over the last three decades.
From an origin tale to recent releases
The guided tasting pairs pours with the narrative arc of the distillery — from the fishing trip that sparked the enterprise to later, genre‑pushing bottlings.
What the day feels like
What the tasting feels like
Over 45 minutes a guide leads a small group through the Lark story while presenting a sequence of single malts; the format is focused and conversational, built to combine tasting notes with the distillery’s history and recent innovations.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tasting suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tasting runs approximately 45 minutes.
Bring valid photo ID to confirm you are 18 or older; no special equipment is required.
Meet at The Still LARK Whisky Bar in Hobart to start the guided tasting.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tasting?
The experience lasts approximately 45 minutes.
Where does the tasting meet?
The tasting meets at The Still LARK Whisky Bar in Hobart.
What will I taste?
A guided sequence of single malts that showcase Lark Distillery’s development and recent releases.
Who operates the tasting?
The tasting is run by Lark Distillery.
Are there age restrictions?
Yes — participation is strictly limited to those 18 years and older.
Is the tasting guided?
Yes — this is a guided tasting that pairs pours with the story of Lark.