bonbon and pumpkin
22/08/2023
Little Lon is a distillery in the once red light district of Melbourne , and the last remaining single storey dwelling to survive in the area .
It has an old world ambience and a sense of history that you won't find anyway else, tucked at the back end of Little Lonsdale Street down a cobblestone walkway .
The lighting is minimal- think lighted lamps and high wooden bar stools , and although you can sit outside in a more open spaced area , I preferred the dimly lit cosy space inside .
They have several gins on offer and I tried a flight with the Proudfoot , Ginger Mick and Miss Yoko - apparently Miss Yoko is the favourite , with its lychee notes , but being fond of citrus forward Gins , I preferred the Ginger Mick with its ginger taste . I also tasted the rhubarb and violette liqueur , which was a mixture of sweet and botanical and had a lovely violet hue .
There is also a few snacks on offer while sipping , so I ordered the buffalo wings with the blue cheese dressing , they were done well and I couldn't help covertly licking my fingers . The staff were friendly and happy to talk , and explain the gins , and the atmosphere is relaxed and homely . I could have quite happily sat there for longer , but unfortunately had a prior appointment so sadly had to leave .
This is an overdone phrase , but it is a hidden gem and definitely worth the walk down the narrow streets .