Amber Lane Distillery was founded in 2017 in the Yarramalong Valley on the Central Coast of New South Wales. It began as a passion project between two friends, Rod Berry and Phil Townsend. Both shared a love of whisky and astronomy.
The distillery follows a traditional approach. It uses a 3,600-litre copper pot still, inspired by Springbank in Scotland. This still creates a spirit with depth and texture. Amber Lane also matures whisky in large-format barrels, including ex-Heaven Hill bourbon and Spanish sherry casks. These casks allow for slower, more refined ageing.
Unlike many newer producers, Amber Lane extends maturation well beyond the Australian average. Their small-batch releases and careful blending result in bold, elegant, and well-balanced whiskies.
In just a few years, Amber Lane has built a strong reputation. Their focus on quality, patience, and tradition sets them apart in the Australian whisky scene.
