Willing Distillery

Located in Parap, Darwin, Willing Distillery is a cellar door and bar built around Top End craft spirits. The distillery produces gin and vodka using native Australian ingredients, with whisky also part of its range and future ambitions. Visitors can come to the bar to eat and drink, or browse the distillery’s bottled spirits and merchandise.

The drinks are designed to reflect the Northern Territory’s landscape and character, with distinctive releases including Darwin Dry Gin, Desert Lime Gin, Kakadu Plum & Quandong Gin, Top End Mango Vodka and Willy’s Rosella Liqueur. There is also a Port Barrel Rested Gin and a Tawny Cask Single Malt Whisky for those interested in aged or barrel-influenced spirits. The website presents the venue as an inviting watering hole where people can share a taste of the Territory.

Willing Distillery was founded by David Willing, its owner and head distiller, who holds an IBD General Certificate in Distilling. The business describes itself as a small artisan distillery in Darwin’s light industrial estate, with a focus on traditional production, local character and community. It is a natural fit for visitors wanting to explore Northern Territory-made spirits, whether stopping by the bar, visiting the cellar door or choosing a bottle to take home.