From side hustle to showstopper
Located in a reimagined warehouse near Batman Station in Coburg North, Cedar Fox Distilling Co is the passion project of locals Craig Westwood and Ran Zaydan. After years of refining their craft, the pair have transformed the space into a vibrant bar and cellar door that celebrates bold spirits and thoughtful hospitality.
The heart of Cedar Fox
Founder Craig Westwoodβwhose experience spans White Rabbit, Starward Whisky, and Mountain Goatβstarted Cedar Fox in 2017 from a compact 50-square-metre site just around the corner. Today, the distillery operates on a much grander scale, without losing its small-batch soul.
Striking spaces and sly details
Inside, guests are greeted by a striking green onyx bar and a dramatic mural by Melbourne artist Seldon Hunt (also behind the label artwork), featuring lush flora, hidden skulls, and the distilleryβs sly fox motif.
Inventive drinks with a local twist
The drinks list puts Cedar Foxβs gins front and centre, paired with local favourites like Marionette liqueurs and Maidenii vermouth. Expect inventive riffs on classicsβlike the Fox and the City, a playful twist on the Cosmopolitan made with pomegranate and sumac, or the Northside, which reimagines the Southside using Lebanese cucumber and parsley.
Three martinis, one flight
A standout is the Martini Flight: three mini Martinis that show off the versatility of Cedar Foxβs ginβdry, dirty, and Martinez-style with red vermouth.
Not just for gin lovers
Not a gin drinker? Thereβs also a considered line-up of beers from local breweries including Co-Conspirators, Hawkers, and Watts River, along with a tidy wine list featuring both local and European drops.
Snacks that shine
To nibble, thereβs a sharp selection of bar snacks: think cheese, charcuterie, olives, and sardinesβperfect accompaniments to a leisurely drink among the stills.