7 Whiskey Tastings in Stellenbosch to Try in 2024
Stellenbosch
2024-04-01
Stellenbosch is home to a selection of venues offering whiskey tastings that are worth trying.
While there aren’t any whiskey distilleries in the heart of Stellenbosch, we were able to find a collection of whisky tastings available at wine estates, bars and hotels to try.
And if you are willing to travel within 30 minutes of Stellenbosch, we’ve also provided a few extra whiskey-tasting options to enjoy.
Read on to explore our picks for whiskey tastings in Stellenbosch. Or check out our recent post if you’re looking for whisky tastings in Cape Town or around the Western Cape.
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7 Whiskey Tastings in Stellenbosch to Try in 2024
Stellenbosch
2024-04-01
Stellenbosch is home to a selection of venues offering whiskey tastings that are worth trying.
While there aren’t any whiskey distilleries in the heart of Stellenbosch, we were able to find a collection of whisky tastings available at wine estates, bars and hotels to try.
And if you are willing to travel within 30 minutes of Stellenbosch, we’ve also provided a few extra whiskey-tasting options to enjoy.
Read on to explore our picks for whiskey tastings in Stellenbosch. Or check out our recent post if you’re looking for whisky tastings in Cape Town or around the Western Cape.
Join our community of whiskey enthusiasts! Receive our newsletter to keep an eye on the latest whiskey experiences and events near you, and unlock other exciting whisky content.
7 Whiskey Tastings in Stellenbosch to Try in 2024
Stellenbosch
2024-04-01
Stellenbosch is home to a selection of venues offering whiskey tastings that are worth trying.
While there aren’t any whiskey distilleries in the heart of Stellenbosch, we were able to find a collection of whisky tastings available at wine estates, bars and hotels to try.
And if you are willing to travel within 30 minutes of Stellenbosch, we’ve also provided a few extra whiskey-tasting options to enjoy.
Read on to explore our picks for whiskey tastings in Stellenbosch. Or check out our recent post if you’re looking for whisky tastings in Cape Town or around the Western Cape.
Join our community of whiskey enthusiasts! Receive our newsletter to keep an eye on the latest whiskey experiences and events near you, and unlock other exciting whisky content.
Key Takeaways
While there are no whiskey distilleries in Stellenbosch to visit, there are wine estates, hotels and popular bars that offer whiskey tastings.
Within Stellenbosch, we’d recommend visiting The Devon Valley Hotel, Asara Wine Estate, Lanzerac Wine Estate, and others on our list.
Within 30 minutes of Stellenbosch, you can also find South Africa’s only commercial whiskey distillery, James Sedgwick Distillery.
Whiskey tasting in the heart of Stellenbosch
In this section, we feature a selection of venues for whisky tasting in Stellenbosch, including hotels, wineries, restaurants and bars.
We’ve provided you with as much detail as we could find regarding the experience and any added perks related to each venue, whether it’s the scenery, food, or live entertainment. Find out more below.
Whiskey tasting in the heart of Stellenbosch
In this section, we feature a selection of venues for whisky tasting in Stellenbosch, including hotels, wineries, restaurants and bars.
We’ve provided you with as much detail as we could find regarding the experience and any added perks related to each venue, whether it’s the scenery, food, or live entertainment. Find out more below.
Whiskey tasting in the heart of Stellenbosch
In this section, we feature a selection of venues for whisky tasting in Stellenbosch, including hotels, wineries, restaurants and bars.
We’ve provided you with as much detail as we could find regarding the experience and any added perks related to each venue, whether it’s the scenery, food, or live entertainment. Find out more below.
Devonvallei, Stellenbosch.
R290 - R985
1. The Devon Valley Hotel
The Devon Valley Hotel is a prime spot for whisky enthusiasts in the heart of the Stellenbosch winelands.
On their whiskey tasting menu, there are 4 flights to choose from and tastings cost R290 per person. While whiskey and canape tastings are price at R360. Their Single Malt Whiskey Experience pairs premium single malt whiskies from different regions in Scotland with an amuse-bouche, starter, main course, and dessert for R985.
To book, you will have to get in touch via phone or email. You can find their contact details, and a link to the Cedarwood Lounge & Bar, below.
Devonvallei, Stellenbosch.
R290 - R985
1. The Devon Valley Hotel
The Devon Valley Hotel is a prime spot for whisky enthusiasts in the heart of the Stellenbosch winelands.
On their whiskey tasting menu, there are 4 flights to choose from and tastings cost R290 per person. While whiskey and canape tastings are price at R360. Their Single Malt Whiskey Experience pairs premium single malt whiskies from different regions in Scotland with an amuse-bouche, starter, main course, and dessert for R985.
To book, you will have to get in touch via phone or email. You can find their contact details, and a link to the Cedarwood Lounge & Bar, below.
Devonvallei, Stellenbosch.
R290 - R985
1. The Devon Valley Hotel
The Devon Valley Hotel is a prime spot for whisky enthusiasts in the heart of the Stellenbosch winelands.
On their whiskey tasting menu, there are 4 flights to choose from and tastings cost R290 per person. While whiskey and canape tastings are price at R360. Their Single Malt Whiskey Experience pairs premium single malt whiskies from different regions in Scotland with an amuse-bouche, starter, main course, and dessert for R985.
To book, you will have to get in touch via phone or email. You can find their contact details, and a link to the Cedarwood Lounge & Bar, below.
Baden Powell Drive, Stellenbosch.
R50 - R500
2. Asara Wine Estate
Asara Wine Estate in Stellenbosch combines award-winning wines with luxury lodging.
Asara's whisky menu on their wine list is quite extensive, featuring numerous single malt and blended Scotch whiskies, Bourbons, Japanese whiskies, and more. Typically prices range from R50 - R500 depending on your selection but they do have some very rare and expensive whiskies that lie outside of this price range.
Plus, you can enjoy this range while savouring wood fired pizzas, tapas, snacks and much more. There are a few dining venues to choose from including Raphael's, the Cigar Lounge, Wine Bar, Sansibar, and more.
To book your visit, you can visit their website using the link below and book online. You can also reach out by phone or email.
Baden Powell Drive, Stellenbosch.
R50 - R500
2. Asara Wine Estate
Asara Wine Estate in Stellenbosch combines award-winning wines with luxury lodging.
Asara's whisky menu on their wine list is quite extensive, featuring numerous single malt and blended Scotch whiskies, Bourbons, Japanese whiskies, and more. Typically prices range from R50 - R500 depending on your selection but they do have some very rare and expensive whiskies that lie outside of this price range.
Plus, you can enjoy this range while savouring wood fired pizzas, tapas, snacks and much more. There are a few dining venues to choose from including Raphael's, the Cigar Lounge, Wine Bar, Sansibar, and more.
To book your visit, you can visit their website using the link below and book online. You can also reach out by phone or email.
Baden Powell Drive, Stellenbosch.
R50 - R500
2. Asara Wine Estate
Asara Wine Estate in Stellenbosch combines award-winning wines with luxury lodging.
Asara's whisky menu on their wine list is quite extensive, featuring numerous single malt and blended Scotch whiskies, Bourbons, Japanese whiskies, and more. Typically prices range from R50 - R500 depending on your selection but they do have some very rare and expensive whiskies that lie outside of this price range.
Plus, you can enjoy this range while savouring wood fired pizzas, tapas, snacks and much more. There are a few dining venues to choose from including Raphael's, the Cigar Lounge, Wine Bar, Sansibar, and more.
To book your visit, you can visit their website using the link below and book online. You can also reach out by phone or email.
Lanzerac Road, Stellenbosch.
R170 - R490
3. Lanzerac Wine Estate
Lanzerac in Stellenbosch is a great spot to enjoy a whisky tasting with its refined bar, restaurant, and lounge.
Lanzerac's Gentleman’s Tea in the Craven Lounge is a must-try, featuring an array of gourmet treats like beef sliders and lamb bobotie pies paired with whisky tasting, available every Saturday for R490 per person. For whisky enthusiasts, the classic Whisky Tasting Experience at R170 per person offers tastings from three Scotch whiskies, while the Whisky & Culinary Tasting Experience at R390 per person pairs each Scotch with fine local charcuterie.
You can learn more about these experiences and book online via their website below (24-hour notice for whisky tastings is essential). You can also get in touch using their contact details for general enquiries.
Lanzerac Road, Stellenbosch.
R170 - R490
3. Lanzerac Wine Estate
Lanzerac in Stellenbosch is a great spot to enjoy a whisky tasting with its refined bar, restaurant, and lounge.
Lanzerac's Gentleman’s Tea in the Craven Lounge is a must-try, featuring an array of gourmet treats like beef sliders and lamb bobotie pies paired with whisky tasting, available every Saturday for R490 per person. For whisky enthusiasts, the classic Whisky Tasting Experience at R170 per person offers tastings from three Scotch whiskies, while the Whisky & Culinary Tasting Experience at R390 per person pairs each Scotch with fine local charcuterie.
You can learn more about these experiences and book online via their website below (24-hour notice for whisky tastings is essential). You can also get in touch using their contact details for general enquiries.
Lanzerac Road, Stellenbosch.
R170 - R490
3. Lanzerac Wine Estate
Lanzerac in Stellenbosch is a great spot to enjoy a whisky tasting with its refined bar, restaurant, and lounge.
Lanzerac's Gentleman’s Tea in the Craven Lounge is a must-try, featuring an array of gourmet treats like beef sliders and lamb bobotie pies paired with whisky tasting, available every Saturday for R490 per person. For whisky enthusiasts, the classic Whisky Tasting Experience at R170 per person offers tastings from three Scotch whiskies, while the Whisky & Culinary Tasting Experience at R390 per person pairs each Scotch with fine local charcuterie.
You can learn more about these experiences and book online via their website below (24-hour notice for whisky tastings is essential). You can also get in touch using their contact details for general enquiries.
Dorpstraat, Stellenbosch.
Upon arrival
4. Blix Tavern
Blix Tavern, Stellenbosch's smallest bar at 14 square metres, offers a unique blend of cosiness and character.
Despite its compact size, Blix Tavern stands out with its in-house brews from Rustenberg Wine Farm's microbrewery. Their offerings range from crisp Grenache Blanc to bold Bordeaux blends, complemented by a curated selection of cigars, which may appeal to some. The tavern also features an impressive selection of whiskey, wine, and brandy, ensuring a memorable tasting experience.
To learn more and book, visit their website or get in touch using the contact details below.
Dorpstraat, Stellenbosch.
Upon arrival
4. Blix Tavern
Blix Tavern, Stellenbosch's smallest bar at 14 square metres, offers a unique blend of cosiness and character.
Despite its compact size, Blix Tavern stands out with its in-house brews from Rustenberg Wine Farm's microbrewery. Their offerings range from crisp Grenache Blanc to bold Bordeaux blends, complemented by a curated selection of cigars, which may appeal to some. The tavern also features an impressive selection of whiskey, wine, and brandy, ensuring a memorable tasting experience.
To learn more and book, visit their website or get in touch using the contact details below.
Dorpstraat, Stellenbosch.
Upon arrival
4. Blix Tavern
Blix Tavern, Stellenbosch's smallest bar at 14 square metres, offers a unique blend of cosiness and character.
Despite its compact size, Blix Tavern stands out with its in-house brews from Rustenberg Wine Farm's microbrewery. Their offerings range from crisp Grenache Blanc to bold Bordeaux blends, complemented by a curated selection of cigars, which may appeal to some. The tavern also features an impressive selection of whiskey, wine, and brandy, ensuring a memorable tasting experience.
To learn more and book, visit their website or get in touch using the contact details below.
Mooiberge Farm, Annadale Road, Stellenbosch.
R20 - R150
5. Thirsty Scarecrow
The Thirsty Scarecrow offers a unique bar and restaurant experience on Mooiberge Farm, Stellenbosch, famous for its strawberry production and picking, plus bright colourful scarecrows.
Beyond strawberry picking this venue offers wine tastings, craft beers, and cocktails and is home to a fairly comprehensive list of whiskies on their menu - including Scottish, Irish, Japanese, American, and South African whisky. Prices range from R20 - R150. There's also live music and great food.
To learn more, check out their Facebook page below, and book via email or phone.
Mooiberge Farm, Annadale Road, Stellenbosch.
R20 - R150
5. Thirsty Scarecrow
The Thirsty Scarecrow offers a unique bar and restaurant experience on Mooiberge Farm, Stellenbosch, famous for its strawberry production and picking, plus bright colourful scarecrows.
Beyond strawberry picking this venue offers wine tastings, craft beers, and cocktails and is home to a fairly comprehensive list of whiskies on their menu - including Scottish, Irish, Japanese, American, and South African whisky. Prices range from R20 - R150. There's also live music and great food.
To learn more, check out their Facebook page below, and book via email or phone.
Mooiberge Farm, Annadale Road, Stellenbosch.
R20 - R150
5. Thirsty Scarecrow
The Thirsty Scarecrow offers a unique bar and restaurant experience on Mooiberge Farm, Stellenbosch, famous for its strawberry production and picking, plus bright colourful scarecrows.
Beyond strawberry picking this venue offers wine tastings, craft beers, and cocktails and is home to a fairly comprehensive list of whiskies on their menu - including Scottish, Irish, Japanese, American, and South African whisky. Prices range from R20 - R150. There's also live music and great food.
To learn more, check out their Facebook page below, and book via email or phone.
Whiskey tastings within 30 minutes from Stellenbosch
As Stellenbosch is home to only a few whiskey tastings, we’ve also provided a few options just 30 minutes away from Stellenbosch, including a renowned tasting at SA’s only commercial whiskey distillery.
If you’re looking for even more options, closer to Cape Town or up the Garden Route, our related post featuring whiskey tastings in the Western Cape features additional incredible tastings to try.
Whiskey tastings within 30 minutes from Stellenbosch
As Stellenbosch is home to only a few whiskey tastings, we’ve also provided a few options just 30 minutes away from Stellenbosch, including a renowned tasting at SA’s only commercial whiskey distillery.
If you’re looking for even more options, closer to Cape Town or up the Garden Route, our related post featuring whiskey tastings in the Western Cape features additional incredible tastings to try.
Whiskey tastings within 30 minutes from Stellenbosch
As Stellenbosch is home to only a few whiskey tastings, we’ve also provided a few options just 30 minutes away from Stellenbosch, including a renowned tasting at SA’s only commercial whiskey distillery.
If you’re looking for even more options, closer to Cape Town or up the Garden Route, our related post featuring whiskey tastings in the Western Cape features additional incredible tastings to try.
79 Stokery Road, Wellington.
R350+
6. James Sedgwick Distillery
The James Sedgwick Distillery stands as Africa's sole commercial whisky distillery, home to Three Ships and Bain’s whiskies that have received international awards and are recognised nationwide.
With tours at R350 per person on select Fridays and Saturdays, this experience limits its intimate tours to 20 people, ending with a whisky tasting. The journey through whisky making with a tour of various parts of the distillery, showcasing their grain to glass process. This experience coupled with bespoke whisky tastings on their own, or whisky and food pairings to introduce you to their range for the first time, or allow you to experience something completely new.
To book your tour and tasting, visit their Webtickets page below. You can also get in touch using the contact details attached.
79 Stokery Road, Wellington.
R350+
6. James Sedgwick Distillery
The James Sedgwick Distillery stands as Africa's sole commercial whisky distillery, home to Three Ships and Bain’s whiskies that have received international awards and are recognised nationwide.
With tours at R350 per person on select Fridays and Saturdays, this experience limits its intimate tours to 20 people, ending with a whisky tasting. The journey through whisky making with a tour of various parts of the distillery, showcasing their grain to glass process. This experience coupled with bespoke whisky tastings on their own, or whisky and food pairings to introduce you to their range for the first time, or allow you to experience something completely new.
To book your tour and tasting, visit their Webtickets page below. You can also get in touch using the contact details attached.
79 Stokery Road, Wellington.
R350+
6. James Sedgwick Distillery
The James Sedgwick Distillery stands as Africa's sole commercial whisky distillery, home to Three Ships and Bain’s whiskies that have received international awards and are recognised nationwide.
With tours at R350 per person on select Fridays and Saturdays, this experience limits its intimate tours to 20 people, ending with a whisky tasting. The journey through whisky making with a tour of various parts of the distillery, showcasing their grain to glass process. This experience coupled with bespoke whisky tastings on their own, or whisky and food pairings to introduce you to their range for the first time, or allow you to experience something completely new.
To book your tour and tasting, visit their Webtickets page below. You can also get in touch using the contact details attached.
Wellington Rd, Durbanville.
Upon enquiry
7. Whisky Library
Founded in 2020, The Whisky Library is a haven for whisky enthusiasts.
This venue offers an opportunity to explore close to 1100 whiskies from around the world, with new additions each month. Beyond whisky, it caters to all preferences with a variety of other beverages. Whether you want to try this experience in a group or with a loved one, The Whisky Library promises a welcoming and immersive whisky experience. Their venue also features a range of cigars.
To book a tasting, visit their website or get in touch using their contact details linked below.
Wellington Rd, Durbanville.
Upon enquiry
7. Whisky Library
Founded in 2020, The Whisky Library is a haven for whisky enthusiasts.
This venue offers an opportunity to explore close to 1100 whiskies from around the world, with new additions each month. Beyond whisky, it caters to all preferences with a variety of other beverages. Whether you want to try this experience in a group or with a loved one, The Whisky Library promises a welcoming and immersive whisky experience. Their venue also features a range of cigars.
To book a tasting, visit their website or get in touch using their contact details linked below.
Wellington Rd, Durbanville.
Upon enquiry
7. Whisky Library
Founded in 2020, The Whisky Library is a haven for whisky enthusiasts.
This venue offers an opportunity to explore close to 1100 whiskies from around the world, with new additions each month. Beyond whisky, it caters to all preferences with a variety of other beverages. Whether you want to try this experience in a group or with a loved one, The Whisky Library promises a welcoming and immersive whisky experience. Their venue also features a range of cigars.
To book a tasting, visit their website or get in touch using their contact details linked below.
Final thoughts on whisky tasting in Stellenbosch
While Stellenbosch and the Cape Winelands are better known for their wineries and wine tasting experiences, there is a selection of whisky tastings to try in the region.
If you’re looking for whisky tastings in the Western Cape, including Cape Town, the Cape Winelands and the Garden Route, we encourage you to read our related post and book your tasting.
Additionally, our whiskey experiences category is an archive home to a variety of whiskey tasting experiences, tastings and events based in South Africa and around the world.
We also keep our readers up to date with the latest whisky experiences available in South Africa, and further afield. Join our community today to be notified of these tastings and events.
Final thoughts on whisky tasting in Stellenbosch
While Stellenbosch and the Cape Winelands are better known for their wineries and wine tasting experiences, there is a selection of whisky tastings to try in the region.
If you’re looking for whisky tastings in the Western Cape, including Cape Town, the Cape Winelands and the Garden Route, we encourage you to read our related post and book your tasting.
Additionally, our whiskey experiences category is an archive home to a variety of whiskey tasting experiences, tastings and events based in South Africa and around the world.
We also keep our readers up to date with the latest whisky experiences available in South Africa, and further afield. Join our community today to be notified of these tastings and events.
Final thoughts on whisky tasting in Stellenbosch
While Stellenbosch and the Cape Winelands are better known for their wineries and wine tasting experiences, there is a selection of whisky tastings to try in the region.
If you’re looking for whisky tastings in the Western Cape, including Cape Town, the Cape Winelands and the Garden Route, we encourage you to read our related post and book your tasting.
Additionally, our whiskey experiences category is an archive home to a variety of whiskey tasting experiences, tastings and events based in South Africa and around the world.
We also keep our readers up to date with the latest whisky experiences available in South Africa, and further afield. Join our community today to be notified of these tastings and events.
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