Our Story

Fusing Tasmanian craft with a bold and innovative influence, to create super-premium, small-batch spirits.

Turner Stillhouse was founded by Justin Turner – An American in Tasmania, who fell in love with Tasmania (And a Tasmanian!)

Marrying a Tasmanian from a multi-generational farming family, he cultivated an obsession with Tasmanian spirits and food and a passion for pushing the boundaries of taste.

Born and raised in Northern California, Justin grew up in the world of wine and spirits – his family owned and operated a family winery, also producing spirits, including brandy – distilling has always been in his blood.

After a decade in New York City working as a finance executive, he made the bold choice to return to his roots and dive into his obsession with Tasmanian spirits and food, founding the distillery in 2018.

Meet the team

Fusing the rich distilling traditions of Tasmania, with an innovative American influence, to create premium, small batch Gin, Vodka and Whisky that offer spirited and unforgettable adventures into taste and discovery.

All of our spirits use Tasmania’s pure water, which originates in the mountain highlands and comes to us via the confluence of the North and South Esk Rivers. Our goal is to incorporate Tasmanian ingredients wherever possible.

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Working with Justin to craft our exceptional spirits is a passionate team, who pour their heart into every drop of our small batch spirits, using pure Tasmanian water, with every step of our process handled in house.

Brett Coulson
LEAD DISTILLER

Brett is a Tasmanian with an extensive brewing background and serves as the Lead Distiller at Turner Stillhouse.

Brett worked for many years for the state’s biggest brewery, and is a self-confessed ‘Liquor Enthusiast’, having spent the majority of his career working within the liquor industry.

More recently he pursued his passion for quality craft spirits, and after passing his distilling exams through the Institute of Brewing and Distilling (IBD), he jumped at the opportunity to join Turner Stillhouse.

Brett likes to collect antique Tasmanian furniture to store his ever growing whisky collection.

Rachel Alberti
Production Manager & Distiller

A trained Tasmanian fitness instructor and teachers assistant, Rachel’s journey has seen her discover that a love of fermentation has always been bubbling away in the background. Whether learning a new skill, travelling the world, or nurturing her family, cooking was always one of Rachel’s favourite things to do in her spare time, and there was always fresh bread and cheese being made.

After relocating to the UK, Rachel explored food, family, and fitness, eventually returning to Tasmania, where she began experimenting in making Sloe Gin and spirits at home – kickstarting her journey into distilling.

Fast forward to today and having completed her IBD exams in Distilling and Undergraduate in Fermentation, Rachel has turned that passion into a profession as Production Manager & Distiller.

Favourite Three Cuts drink? A classic G&T with Distiller’s Release and a slice of lemon!

Discover Our Distillery

Where Bold Spirits Meet Unfortgettable Experiences

Come and meet the team and discover our spirits. Located just 15 minutes from Launceston, at one of the most scenic locations in Northern Tasmania, overlooking the breathtaking Tamar Valley and ideally located next to Tamar Ridge Cellar Door.

Turner Stillhouse - Tours

Tours

Turner Stillhouse 5 Star Tours

“Super knowledgeable and easy to talk to while taking us through all of the processes they go through to make the wonderful spirits they have on offer. Definitely the best distillery tour I’ve done 10/10”

– Lachlan C (Google Review)

Turner Stillhouse - Tastings

Tasting

Turner Stillhouse 5 Star Tasting

“Rachel’s warmth and enthusiasm about spirits was infectious and we found ourselves enjoying the gin tasting, identifying the botanicals used in each type and even purchasing a variety of gins to take home.”

– Jacq C (Google Review)

Turner Stillhouse - Bar

Bar

Turner Stillhouse 5 Star Bar

“Cool little place! Staff are amazing, gin is incredible.”

– Dylan Moore (Google Review)

Turner Stillhouse - Private Evants

Private Events

Turner Stillhouse 5 Star Private Events

“We had a great day and the feedback from the staff echoed home much everyone learned and how much we all loved the gin.”

– Tammie G (Google Review)

Tasmania’s highest awarded gins

Three Cuts Gin – Distiller’s Release

Three Cuts Gin – Distiller’s Release

Best in Category at the American Distilling Institute
Three Cuts Gin – Pinot Barrel Rested

Three Cuts Gin – Pinot Barrel Rested

Best In Category, American Distilling Institute
Three Cuts Gin – Distiller’s Release

Three Cuts Gin – Distiller’s Release

Distiller’s Trophy, Australian Gin Awards
Three Cuts Gin – Distiller’s Release

Three Cuts Gin – Distiller’s Release

Double Gold Medal at the American Distilling Institute Judging of Craft Spirits
Three Cuts Gin - Founder’s Release

Three Cuts Gin - Founder’s Release

95 points and Gold at the International Wines & Spirits Competition
Three Cuts Gin - Cherry Blossom

Three Cuts Gin - Cherry Blossom

95 points and Gold at the International Wines & Spirits Competition
Three Cuts Gin – Distiller’s Release

Three Cuts Gin – Distiller’s Release

Best In Show, Australian Gin Awards
Three Cuts Gin - Distiller's Release

Three Cuts Gin - Distiller's Release

98 points and Spirit Gold Outstanding at the International Wines & Spirits Competition
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NOIR NOIR 2026 | Winter Solstice in the Tamar ValleyThe longest night of the year deserves something a little darker, richer and more magical.Join Tamar Ridge and Turner Stillhouse for NOIR NOIR, an exclusive Winter Solstice celebration at the Tamar Ridge cellar door on Saturday 20 June.Settle into a winter evening in the Tamar Valley with new release wines and spirits, live music, warming pours, and a celestial journey through Tasmania’s night sky with local astronomer Chris Arkless.Think cool air, dark skies, beautiful glasses, and that unmistakable winter glow.Sip, savour and stargaze with us.📍 Tamar Ridge Cellar Door, Rosevears 📅 Saturday 20 June 🍷 Wines, spirits, live music and astronomy 🌌 Hosted by Tamar Ridge and Turner StillhouseBookings essential.
Two barrel-rested gins, made for winter sipping.Our Three Cuts Chardonnay Barrel Rested Gin and Three Cuts Pinot Barrel Rested Gin begin with our award-winning Founder’s Release Gin, then take on a deeper, richer character from time spent in wine barrels.The Chardonnay Barrel Rested Gin is smoky, citrusy and complex, with dry pine, leafy botanicals and a long, gently woody finish. It’s beautiful over ice, stirred into an Old Fashioned, or mixed into a Mandarin Gimlet.The Pinot Barrel Rested Gin is rested in ex-Tasmanian French Oak Pinot Noir barrels, bringing intense colour, rich flavour and a beautifully layered finish. Sip it slowly, stir it into a Martinez, or build a bold Negroni.Crafted in small batches here in Rosevears, surrounded by the Tamar Valley, these are gins with texture, warmth and a distinctly Tasmanian sense of place.How do you enjoy your Barrel Rested Gins?📍 Turner Stillhouse, Rosevears 🍸 Chardonnay Barrel Rested Gin | Pinot Barrel Rested Gin 🌿 Small-batch Tasmanian gin 🥃 Perfect over ice or in a classic cocktailWhich would you choose, Chardonnay or Pinot?
A little something special from the stillhouse.We currently have two specialty gins available exclusively at the distillery, with very limited stock remaining.Our Three Cuts French Earl Grey Gin and Three Cuts Iridescence Gin are beautifully expressive, small-batch gins made for curious gin lovers.The French Earl Grey Gin is elegant and aromatic, with soft tea notes, citrus lift and a lovely floral finish. Perfect in a crisp G&T, a Southside, or simply sipped over ice with a slice of citrus.The Iridescence Gin is vibrant, playful and wonderfully eye-catching, made for cocktails that feel a little bit celebratory. Think bright mixers, fresh garnish and a glass that looks as good as it tastes.Our June Gin Club release should be arriving with members now, so we’ll be able to release any remaining stock very soon.Until then, these two specialty gins are available at the distillery only.📍 Turner Stillhouse, Rosevears 🍸 Limited stock 🌿 Distillery exclusive ✨ Small-batch Tasmanian ginPop in for a tasting and find your winter favourite.
Our June Gin Club release is here, and she’s made for winter.This quarter’s box brings together a limited small-batch gin, seasonal cocktail ingredients, and a few thoughtful extras to help you pour something warm, cosy and beautifully Tasmanian at home.Crafted here at Turner Stillhouse in Rosevears, this release is all about slowing down, leaning into the season, and enjoying a little taste of the Tamar Valley by the fire.Gin Club members, your June box is on its way.Not a member yet? Join the Cut Above Gin Club and receive exclusive quarterly gin releases delivered to your door.
🥃 Winter Solstice is almost here.The countdown is on to NOIR NOIR, and Rosevears Whisky will be there to keep you warm.Join us Saturday 20th June at Tamar Ridge for an evening of roaring fire pits, live music, incredible local flavours and handcrafted Tasmanian whisky.We'll be pouring our range of grain-to-glass whiskies, made right here in the Tamar Valley using 100% Tasmanian grains and pure Tasmanian water.📍 Tamar Ridge Cellar Door, Rosevears 🗓 Saturday 20 June | 6pm–10pmRug up, gather your friends and celebrate the longest night of the year with us.
Public Holiday plans? We’re open today.If you’re making the most of the long weekend, come and spend part of it with us in the Tamar Valley.We’re open today for tastings, cocktails and cheese boxes — the perfect excuse to settle in, take in the view, and enjoy something a little different.Whether you’re in the mood for a gin paddle, a whisky tasting, or a cocktail and a slow afternoon, we’d love to see you at the distillery.Open today. Come and find us.