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Nant Distillery, nestled in the Central Highlands north west of Hobart, produces handcrafted single malt Tasmanian whisky. Located on the Nant Estate in Bothwell, Nant Distillery honours traditional distillation methods to produce the Nant double and single malt whiskies. Incorporating only the finest local ingredients, this farm-based distillery uses pristine Central Highlands water. As part of the Heritage-listed farm complex, the distillery is housed in a convict-built sandstone flour mill (1823) which has been meticulously restored. You can visit the Nant Distillery weekdays between 10am and 4pm and on weekends by pre-booking. Enjoy a distillery tour or for the true whisky enthusiast, you may wish to include a Masterclass and Tasting Plate. This includes the finest local gourmet produce on offer, specially presented to complement the Masterclass selection. The restaurant is open for events, functions and pre-bookings and offers an innovative menu in picturesque surrounds. Browse the distillery shop with its whisky merchandise and products, or why not select a dram from the large range of Australian and international whiskies on sale in our Atrium Lounge and Whisky Bar to enjoy while admiring the sweeping Central Highland views. Tours are conducted at AUD15 per person including a tasting.

Enjoy the charm and challenge of Ratho Farm Golf Links - Australia's oldest golf course. Located in Bothwell, On site is the Australian Golf Museum and Clubmaker's Cottage run by Ross Baker, a Traditional Clubmaker, golf pro, historian and curator of the golf museum. A fun challenge to the modern equipped golfer is the rare experience of playing the course as the first golfers did, by hiring Hickory Golf Clubs. Time stands still at Ratho Farm and it is maintained in the tradition of all early golf courses. Grazing sheep are included on the green keeping staff to assist in keeping the fairways mown and provide good playing surfaces. The course is open to visitors at all times, currently with 15 holes. Visitors are invited to play three new holes, which will complete 18 holes from Spring 2010. Make sure you allocate an hour or more to learn about the origins of golf at the Australian Golf Museum, only 5 minutes away in the heart of Bothwell village. Group bookings are welcome, and a day trip/overnight stay in Bothwell can be booked. Activities include hickory golf, a caddy, meals, a personalised tour, guest speakers and visit the Golf Museum.