Welcome to Backwoods distilling Co

HANDCRAFTED AUSTRALIAN WHISKY AND GIN

Crafted in Victoria’s High Country using Australian-grown grains and native botanicals.

From bold rye whiskies to bright, easy-drinking gins, every bottle is distilled by our small team in Yackandandah and inspired by the Australian landscape we call home.

Backwoods Distilling wins World Whiskies Category Award

This Month's Feature Bottle

Rye Whisky, Maple Syrup Cask

This ultra-limited release was matured four years in Maple Syrup casks, bringing a rich, decadent twist to our signature rye whisky. The result is a beautifully layered expression where bold spice meets silky sweetness. Less than 270 bottles produced and almost sold out.
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Leigh and Bree Attwood standing behind a barrel at the front of Backwoods Distilling Co's distillery door in Yackandandah.

Our Story: Crafting truly Australian spirits

Since 2017, we've been handcrafting small-batch whisky and gin in the Victorian High Country — using local grains, native botanicals, and barrels that tell an Australian story.

Every bottle is a reflection of where we’re from and what we stand for: quality, connection, and the true spirit of craft.

visit our distillery door in yackandandah

Step into the heart of the Backwoods experience at our distillery door in Yackandandah. Our distillery is a sanctuary for those seeking to slow down, savour the moment, and share unforgettable experiences with friends and family.

Enjoy a tasting paddle or drink, while sitting beside the beautiful copper stills that make the spirit you're sipping on.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

"Great products, great pricing and great people "

Daniel

"Love the quality of the products and that it’s a friendly, local, family business "

Ernie

"I love the idea of supporting a brand from the area where I grew up. Supporting local makes me feel good!”

Peter

"Brilliant whisky and wonderful to support great people doing great work. "

Jeremy

"Taste and quality are the main factors, and we love to support local."

Richard

"Love the products and love visiting the distillery. It's such a beautiful space and so welcoming."

Anne