Van Ryn's began in 1845 in Cape Town. The Distillery where we make our brandies was established in 1905. The original building remains intact. The walls were built from rocks gathered from the nearby Eerste River.

OPENING TIMES

[1 October to 30 April]
Monday to Friday - 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday: 09:00 to 16:00
Sunday: 11:00 to 16:00

[1 May to 30 September]
Monday to Friday - 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday: 09:00 to 16:00
Sunday: closed

TASTING TIMES:

[1 October to 30 April]
Monday to Friday - 09:00 - 17:30
Saturday: 09:00 to 15:30
Sunday: 11:00 to 15:30

[1 May to 30 September]
Monday to Friday - 09:00 - 16:30
Saturday: 09:00 to 15:30
Sunday: closed

TYPES OF TASTINGS:

1) Cape Smoke Tasting: taste our Van Ryn's 10 year old vintage, 12 and 15 year Potstill Brandies
2) Brandy and Chocolate Tasting: Pair Belgian chocolate with our award winning Potstill Brandies
3) Decadent Delight Tasting: Pair decadent confectionary delights with our award winning Potstill Brandies
4) Alcohol free tasting: Enjoy Belgian chocolate or decadent delights with fruit juice

DISTILLERY TOURS:
Our distillery tour includes a walk through our working brandy distillery, a demonstration of the age-old art of coopering and a whiff of Angel's Share in the Van Ryn's maturation cellar. Your tour will be concluded with one of our tasting options.

BOARDROOM FACILITIES
The boardroom is available to private or corporate groups and can seat a maximum of 18. Facilities include a data projector and screen. A light lunch or gourmet canapés are serve in the lounge directly linked to the boardroom. Also offered are refreshing cocktails, tea and coffee. All prices available on request.

FUNCTIONS
The distillery can host different functions from banquets to weddings and exclusive corporate events. Each event is completely tailor-made to suit your requirements. More details available on request.