Temple of Juniper, a boutique distillery, has officially opened in Caboolture. It offers handcrafted gin infused with unique botanicals. Located at 4/23 Evans Drive, the distillery welcomes visitors to experience its cellar door tastings and small-batch creations.
Crafting a Unique Spirit in Caboolture
Temple of Juniper is the creation of husband-and-wife duo Erin and Charles. They have turned their passion for small-batch distilling into a boutique experience. Their journey began with a vision to craft premium gin infused with distinctive botanicals, drawing inspiration from Middle Eastern hospitality and Mediterranean flavours.
After navigating the development application process, the distillery has launched its flagship product, Mediterranean Summer Gin. This handcrafted gin blends lavender, lemon myrtle, grapefruit, citrus, crushed cinnamon and angelica root, creating a refreshing profile ideal for Queensland’s warm climate.
Something Special on the Horizon
Alongside its signature Mediterranean Summer Gin, Temple of Juniper is crafting a Middle Eastern Spiced Gin, described as a “true gin lovers’ gin.” The distillery hopes to launch this exciting new release at the Brisbane Gin Festival, which will take place from 4 to 6 April 2025. Gin enthusiasts attending the festival can meet the Temple of Juniper team and sample their handcrafted spirits.
A New Destination for Gin Enthusiasts
Located in North Brisbane, just off the motorway, Temple of Juniper allows visitors to engage with the makers, tour the distillery, and sample the latest releases. The cellar door is open on Fridays and Saturdays. Visitors can enjoy guided tastings and learn about the distillation process from the founders themselves.
Temple of Juniper offers nationwide shipping via its online store for those unable to visit in person.
Community and Customer Response
Early visitors have praised the Mediterranean Summer Gin for its well-balanced flavour and high-quality craftsmanship. Customers have described it as “refreshing and complex.” Some compare the experience to a summer getaway. The distillery has also been well-received as a unique addition to Caboolture’s growing small business scene.
In addition to direct sales, Temple of Juniper welcomes corporate orders and boutique stockists who want to feature its handcrafted spirits.
Future Plans and What’s Next
Temple of Juniper aims to expand its product range beyond gin, with future releases already in development. The distillery is also looking to increase local stockists and explore partnerships with hospitality venues.
For those interested in experiencing the Temple of Juniper difference, tastings and purchases can be made at the cellar door or online at www.templeofjuniper.com.
Published 18-Mar-2025
Photo Credit: Temple of Juniper/Facebook
