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Hartshorn Distillery and Grandvewe Cheese

Hartshorn Distillery and Grandvewe Cheese

Hartshorn Distillery and Grandvewe Cheese

Positive impact practices

The initiative embodies a zero-waste philosophy, repurposing whey into spirits and using sustainable packaging materials such as compostable cryovac and wool insulation for cheeses. Visitors engage directly in hands-on workshops and tastings that raise awareness about circular economy practices and sustainable farming. The farm also contributes to the local economy by promoting regional products and supporting innovative artisanal practices.

Environmental benefits

A zero-waste philosophy that repurposes whey (a cheesemaking by-product) into spirits; sustainable packaging including compostable cryovac and wool insulation; hands-on workshops that raise awareness of circular economy practices and sustainable farming.

Social benefits

Contributes to the local economy by promoting regional products and supporting innovative artisanal practices.

Location

Birchs Bay, D’Entrecasteaux Channel
59 Devlyns Road, Birchs Bay TAS 7162
Food and Drink

Hartshorn Distillery and Grandvewe Cheese

Grandvewe Cheeses and Hartshorn Distillery offer an immersive experience combining artisanal sheep’s milk cheesemaking with an innovative micro-distillery. The distillery transforms whey, a by-product of cheesemaking, into award-winning spirits such as vodka, gin, liqueurs, embodying a zero-waste philosophy. Visitors enjoy guided tastings, workshops, and farm experiences overlooking the D’Entrecasteaux Channel.

How you can help

Book a tour or tasting to learn about their sustainable farming and production practices and help spread the word! Purchase cheese or spirits knowing that you are supporting a business that is doing good.

Positive Impact Regions

D’Entrecasteaux Channel

Positive Impact Tags

Conservation, Education & Awareness, Local Sourcing, Waste Reduction

Article Details

Article Created: 20 August 2026
Last Updated: 26 August 2026

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