The new kombucha brewery and taphouse is the first bricks-and-mortar dispensary for renowned makers The Bucha of Byron, which earlier this year launched The Dirty Bucha range – Australia’s first bottled kombucha infused with premium alcoholic spirits. Founders of Paul Tansley, Cam MacFarlane and James Mackinnon – who each left behind careers with some of the world’s biggest beverage brands to work on this ‘passion project’ – have taken over the former Stone & Wood brewery premises on Boronia Place in Byron Bay’s Arts & Industry Estate, and recently re-opened it to the public as The Bucha Shed to showcase the brand’s collection of sips.
It’s very much like the brewery experience we’re all used to – there are taps exiting the walls pouring liquid gold, tasting paddles are on offer, and you can go on tours to learn about the process – but instead of beer, it’s kombucha. The tap line-up will include The Dirty Bucha varieties like the Botanical Gin & Lemon Myrtle Kombucha and the Premium Vodka & Tropical Kombucha, as well as Bucha of Byron’s booze-free flavours. Plus, you’ll be able to try what’s called a Sneaky Bucha (a combination of beer and kombucha) as well as ongoing experimental flavours and concoctions.
The Bucha Shed is located at 4 Boronia Place, Byron Bay and opens on Fridays and Saturdays from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. It’s also open for private events! Head to The Dirty Bucha website for more information.