Did you know that Caboolture could soon have its very own “Temple of Juniper,” a distillery that could potentially churn out up to a staggering 12,000 bottles of gin, vodka and whisky annually?
Temple Distillery has officially lodged a development application to bring its vision to life. This vision encompasses the creation of a top-notch whisky, gin, and vodka distillery, coupled with an ancillary shop. The exciting hub is slated to grace the landscape of 4/23 Evans Drive, Caboolture.
The plan involves crafting a diverse range of spirits to cater to the varying preferences of the locals. The figures proposed for production are impressive, with a projected range spanning from 2,000 to 8,000 bottles of both vodka and gin annually. Moreover, whisky enthusiasts can anticipate a yearly output ranging from 2,400 to 4,800 bottles.
The distillery’s home would be within an existing tenancy, and the intricate processes of distillation and manufacturing would find their stage on the expansive 125 sqm ground floor.
The proposed plans also include a small yet inviting shop and cellar door area. This space will serve as a haven for customers eager to not only sample the Temple Distillery’s creations but also unravel the secrets behind their making.
The cellar door tasting area is ingeniously designed, occupying no more than half of the mezzanine floor space, amounting to 25 sqm. This allocation is projected to accommodate around 20 customers daily on weekends, whilst weekdays will see around 16 curious individuals indulging in this sensorial journey.
Notably, the development proposal will confine the in-store sales of the products to under 10%, whilst the remaining stock would be made available online, at external events, at market stalls, and through a network of distributors. This strategy, the proposal states, will not hinder the operation of other industrial activities in the area, given the minor nature of the intended non-industrial use (the shop).
For those eagerly awaiting their chance to partake in this spirited adventure, the proposed shop’s operating hours are set from 10 am to 9 pm on Thursdays through Sundays. Behind the scenes, the dedicated staff are slated to be in action every single day of the week.
Moreover, the proposed development intends to maximise the use of existing car parking spaces, manoeuvring areas, and established site access within the industrial premises.
Interestingly, the busiest periods of the shop are anticipated to fall outside the traditional 9 am to 5 pm timeframe, tapping into the times when shared car spaces are minimally occupied. Additionally, the surrounding locales of Evans Drive and Alta Road offer abundant unrestricted street parking, ensuring convenience for all patrons.
Published 12-August-2023
