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You can visit our distillery at THE HEKE. We offer cultural and educational tours and testing here on our 8 acre property at 64 Onetabgli Road

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VISIT THE WAIHEKE ISLAND DISTILLERY

WELCOME TO THE HEKE

You can visit our distillery at THE HEKE. We offer cultural and educational tours and tastings here on our 8 acre property at 64 Onetangi Road.

VISIT THE HEKE

WHISKY FROM A SMALL ISLAND IN THE PACIFIC

Tucked away on four acres of beautiful gardens, our Distillery The Heke is also the go-to spot for craft drinks on Waiheke. Kids and dogs welcome as long as they are well behaved . Lots of space outside with picnic tables and a kids play area with a bouncy pillow, sand pit and mini Heke kitchen for mud pies.

We are located at 64 Onetangi Road, Waiheke island.

You can visit us for cultural and environmental tours or try a Tasting Flight to enjoy the local flavours from Waiheke Whisky and Waiheke Brewing Co.

Whether you’re a local exploring the area or a visitor to New Zealand, we’ll make you feel at home. Trade Groups can book for Founders Tours regular tours or special events.

Our brand home also serves delicious food and snacks to pair with your whisky tastings. family friendly
OPENING HOURS

Open from 12 noon
Summer: Open every day
Winter: Thursday to Monday inclusive
Closing times may vary.

Check www.theheke.co.nz for updates.

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find the heke

64 Onetangi Road, Waiheke island

We have lots of onsite parking available with dedicated parking and other facilities for people with disabilities .

To make sure you get here safely and efficiently, we’ve prepared a Travel Guide showing you how to to visit us by car, bus or boat,

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find the heke

64 Onetangi Road, Waiheke island

We have lots of onsite parking available with dedicated parking and other facilities for people with disabilities .

To make sure you get here safely and efficiently, we’ve prepared a Travel Guide showing you how to to visit us by car, bus or boat,

looking to indulge?

delicious wood fired food & a proper country pub await you

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a proper country pub

the heke bar

A perfect spot to enjoy our drams, with self guided beer and whisky tastings and an extensive cocktail menu. The full heke kitchen menu is available in the bar.

highlights

  • Extensive Whisky Selection
  • Classic Cocktails (and some of our own)
  • Relaxed Family Friendly Atmosphere
  • Non-Alcoholic Options

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The distillery building

visitor services

A new whisky tasting room and bar, The Boilermaker has been built for tastings, tours and our master class sessions. Our shop sells WW merch and bottles as well as distillery exclusives and tasting sets.

highlights

  • On-Site Tours
  • Distillery Exclusives

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Family Friendly

kids and dogs welcome

Kids and dogs welcome as long as they are well behaved . Lots of space outside with picnic tables and a kids play area with a bouncy pillow, sand pit and mini heke kitchen for mud pies.

highlights

  • Playground for all ages
  • Classic Cars
  • Plenty of Covered Outdoor Seating

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delicious wood fired food

The heke kitchen

We love cooking with fire! Our huge wood-fired grill and Italian wood fired pizza oven bring out the freshest flavours. With both indoor and outdoor kitchens, you can watch as your food is prepared before your eyes. There’s plenty of options with a big sharing menu or snacks if you only have time for a quick bite.  Whether it’s from the garden, the sea, or thoughtfully raised meats, New Zealand food served on Waiheke Island has never looked or tasted better.

highlights

  • Woodfired Pizza
  • Whisky for all
  • Sharing plates and snacks
  • Extensive wine list

WHAT’S ON SITE

MORE THAN JUST A DISTILLERY

64 Onetangi Road, Waiheke island, New Zealand

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The heke

Visitors center

The Heke is our brand home and visitors centre. It's an 8 acre site incorporating hospitality and manufacturing, where we combine our love for whisky, beer, wood fired food and classic cars.

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waiheke brewing co.

The brew house

The four vessel brewhouse is from PSS brewhouse has 4500l mashtun, 2500l separate lautner tun and matched whirlpool and kettle. 6 x 2800 fermenters allow for 7 days a week operation.

The brewhouse doesn't only make wort but is home to the Waiheke Brewing co. with a great range of craft brews to complement your drams.

highlights

  • Home to The Heke Kitchen
  • Home to The Heke Bar
  • Home to The Heke

REVIEWS

the heke is can’t miss, but don’t just take our word for it...

Really delicious whiskeys, gins and vodka tastings. Lovely friendly staff and a wonderful restaurant. I recommend the Smashed Burger. It’s delicious.

Ant M.

What a great distillery! I had a chat with the owner and a great tasting of seven whiskies. I even got to try the new make and the 'beer'. I very much recommend a visit here!

Gerrit

Very tasty whiskey! Glad we stopped by. Myron was very knowledgeable & you could tell he was passionate about the distilling process!

Marisa R

"Their new-make is remarkable...It's one of the few whiskies where you can really taste the new-make dna in the whisky... Springbank is the perfect comparison."

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the heke Visitors’s guide

Getting to the heke

Our distillery is based at The Heke, a beautiful site with a restaurant, 2 bars, a function room and lots of space for kids, dogs and families. The 'HEKE is at 64 Onetangi Road, directly opposite the golf course, on the golden ‘kilometre’ of Onetangi Road.

To reach The Heke on Onetangi Road you will pass Wild Estate (800m) -> Stonyridge (500m) -> Tantalus (400m) -> Postage Stamp (200m) -> THE HEKE!  . We have a big car park.

You can return your item within 30 days.

To reach The Heke on Onetangi Road you will pass Wild Estate (800m) -> Stonyridge (500m) -> Tantalus (400m) -> Postage Stamp (200m) -> THE HEKE!  . We have a big car park.

To reach The Heke on Onetangi Road you will pass Wild Estate (800m) -> Stonyridge (500m) -> Tantalus (400m) -> Postage Stamp (200m) -> THE HEKE!  . We have a big car park.

You can return your item within 30 days.

To reach The Heke on Onetangi Road you will pass Wild Estate (800m) -> Stonyridge (500m) -> Tantalus (400m) -> Postage Stamp (200m) -> THE HEKE!  . We have a big car park.

contact us directly

If you’ve got a specific question that wasn’t answered above, send us an email and we’ll reply to you directly within two business days

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