Sunshine Coast: Tipple & Tide: Distillery Tour & Cruise

Situated behind The Big Pineapple, on the lawn of award winning Sunshine & Sons distillery. Tour the distillery and learn how their spirits are made, then enjoy a guided tasting session of their vodkas, gins and rums. Then watch the sunset in style as you cruise down stunning Mooloolaba River, indulging in the Coast's freshest local seafood and French champagne. Situated behind The Big Pineapple, Sunshine & Sons is one of the Sunshine Coasts' best kept secrets, you'll be close enough to see your cocktails being made at the cellar door, and far enough away to enjoy the serenity of the Hinterland's lush landscape. Tour the distillery and learn how they make their hand crafted spirits and hear the unique and funny stories behind their eye catching labels. Enjoy a tasting session that includes their Pineapple Parfait Gin, inspired by the 1970's desert once served at the Big Pineapple. Original Dry Gin, bursting with natural Australian botanicals. Mr Barista, an organic molasses spirit infused with coffee and macadamia nuts. Then we take the short but scenic coastal road to Mooloolaba where you'll be greeted by the crew from Coastal Cruises Mooloolaba. Enjoy the sights and excitement of the Mooloolaba Harbour, River & Canals on their fleet of luxury all-weather vessels, including Duffy, The Pacific Star and The Rum Runner. Twilight has its own special meaning to everyone, and at Coastal Cruises Mooloolaba it means relaxation, fresh local food and crisp, cold drinks. Unwind and flow into evening activities with a bottle of French champagne and a fresh seafood platter, while gliding effortlessly through the Mooloolaba Rivers’ magical scenery. The cruise takes you out to the river mouth to enjoy sensational, scenic views right down to Noosa the headland. Stop at the local Mooloolaba fish markets before continuing through the Mooloolaba Harbour, river & canals viewing our famous 'Fishing Fleet', pilot boats & recreational vessels. Head out to the river mouth to enjoy picturesque views of the bay of Mooloolaba, view Steve Irwin's marine research vessel 'Croc One’ and enjoy the sights of the Minyama mansions along Millionaires Row.