Festival to celebrate female winemakers, brewers and distillers headed to Sydney
A festival celebrating female winemakers, brewers and distillers is headed to Sydney this International Women’s Day.
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A festival celebrating female winemakers, brewers and distillers is headed to Sydney’s Australian Technology Park this International Women’s Day.
The Inaugural Meet the Makers: Women in Beer, Wine and Sprits event is taking place on March 8 and 9.
It will be Australia’s first ever drinks festival that involves an all-female line-up.
The number of women employed in wine making is estimated to be 38 per cent.
However, female representation in senior and leadership roles has been estimated at 10 per cent or less.
According to Australian Distillers Association, women make up approximately 15 per cent of distillers in the industry.
BWS head of marketing Vanessa Rowed said although the industry is changing, there is still a long way to go.
“This event is all about celebrating women in beer, wine and spirits and giving customers an opportunity to meet these incredible women and try their products,” she said.
Cellarmasters Director Christine Ricketts said the events will aim to shine a well-deserved spotlight on women in the industry “which are traditionally male dominated industries”.
“But thanks to these trailblazing women, this is now changing.”
Thirty winemakers, distillers and brewers will be serving up their best samples for guests to try.
Winemakers include Gwyn Olsen from Briar Ridge and Pepper Tree Wines, Sarah Pidgeon from Wynns Coonawarra and Elena Brooks from Dandelion.
Brewers and distillers include Jayne Lewis and Danielle Allen from Two Birds Brewing, Laura Carter from Apple wood Distillery, Harriet Leigh from Archie Rose and Jaz Wearin from Modus Operandi.
Tickets start from $45 per session and include complimentary tastings, a branded glass to keep, a booklet and entertainment.
Masterclasses are also available at an additional cost.
For more visit ticketbooth.com
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