BREWERIES, CIDER & THE DISTILLERY

DISTILLERIES

We're going to spill a little bit of a secret here. The owners of Reed & Co. Distillery in Bright used to run a chef's-hatted restaurant before they pivoted into distilling gin. With that in mind, the flavours they distil into their spirits using both wild and locally grown botanicals are sensational, and believe us, you don't want to leave this place until you try the food.

Or, head to the hills and try Big Muster Distilling Moonshine. Located in Dinner Plain, open regularly throughtout winter and on occastion over the 'warmer months'.

CIDER

Our cool climate and fertile soils make for the perfect apples, and these perfect apples from Nightingale Bros. Alpine Produce & Cider create the delicious sweet or dry apple ciders that you'll find at their farm gate store or at many of our local venues. Refreshing on a hot day, or delicious served warm in winter, don't leave without grabbing a four-pack.

BREWERY TRAIL

Love your beer? Check out this two-day trip itinerary that takes you to a selection of breweries and pubs in Bright & Surrounds, with a little bit of adventure thrown in for good measure. Want to stretch your travels even further? The High Country Brewery Trail takes you to seven craft breweries dotted throughout the High Country of North East Victoria.

PUB CRAWL

You won't find a country town without one. From Dederang to Dinner Plain, Mount Beauty to Myrtleford, Happy Valley to Harrietville, and of course, Bright, Porepunkah and Wandiligong, whether it's lunch or dinner, or a big cold beer on tap and a yarn with friends, you haven't experienced it all until you've holed up at the bar at one of our classic country pubs.

Reed and Co. Distillery

Craft distillery, bar and restaurant Reed and Co Distillery was established in 2016 by hatted-chefs-turned-distillers Hamish Nugent and Rachel Reed. Reed and Co’s philosophy is inspired by the beautiful natural landscape of their home in Victoria’s High Country, and the flavours of North East Victoria are carried through everything they do. This started with their…

Mountain Monk Brewers

Nestled into the base of Mount Bogong, lies the picturesque township of Mount Beauty. In 2017, after being closed for two years, Mount Beauty’s local watering hole reopened its doors as West Peak Hotel. They wanted to create something more to really put their beautiful town on the map. With a passion for craft beer,…

Bright Brewery

Nestled in the heart of Bright, with the stunning Victorian Alps as its backdrop, Bright Brewery is a proudly independent craft brewery, bar, restaurant, and bike hub. It’s a place where great beer meets the great outdoors. Driven by the values of being active, sustainable, authentic, and inclusive, Bright Brewery brews bold beers inspired by…

Tomahawks

Think L.A food truck inspired share plates and quality cocktails in the beautiful township of Bright. Tomahawks is an American style bar/diner earns it’s place as the buzz of Bright.

The Star Hotel

Welcome to the Star Hotel, located in central Bright, they offer a great place to enjoy a drink with friends, a good hearty pub meal with plenty of entertainment provided by Fox Sports on all televisions. As well as full TAB facilities, a gaming room and great background music provided by Nightlife. They offer family…

Porepunkah Pub

Nestled in the foothills of the Victorian Alps, the Porepunkah Pub has long stood as a cherished cornerstone of this small town. More than just a place to grab a drink or a meal, the pub embodies the heart and soul of Porepunkah, serving as a gathering spot for locals and visitors alike. Its rustic…