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VENUE OVERVIEW
Welcome to Hickson
House Distilling Co.
Hickson House is the home of our award-winning craft spirits
distillery, cocktail bar and restaurant, set in the historic
Metcalfe Bond Stores, The Rocks.
You can now host a variety of events from private parties ,
weddings to corporate functions and brand activations, in the
shadow of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Our versatile event spaces, unique experiences and tailored
function packages will allow you to find the perfect fit for
your special moment.
We understand that each event has different requirements,
please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss options to make
your event the best it can be.
CALL US ON (02) 8999 3852 FOR MORE INFORMATION
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THE SPACE
Hickson House Distilling Co. offers two distinctive
event spaces to accommodate up to 150 guests.
HIGH & DRY BAR 38 pax
The High & Dry Bar is our more
intimate mezzanine cocktail bar,
suitable for up to 38 guests.
ENTIRE VENUE HIRE 150 pax
The whole Hickson House can be your
exclusive home for the night. Light and
substantial canapés, cocktails, beer and
wine packages available. Up to 150 guests.
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THE SPACE
High & Dry Bar
The High & Dry Bar is our most private area. This exclusive
mezzanine level features its own cocktail bar and furniture
that can be arranged to suit a variety of configurations,
including private seated dinners, intimate cocktail parties
or corporate events and workshops from12 up to 38 guests.
12 - 38 GUESTS
Suited for a light canapes through
to three course dinners.
Full cocktail, beer and wine
menus available.
CAPACITY
38 guests standing
30 guests seated masterclass
24 guests seated lunch/dinner
MINIMUM SPEND APPLIES POA
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THE SPACE
Hickson House Bar & Dining
Why not make the entire Hickson House your
home for the night? Our impressive main bar
features an 8 metre high back bar, with imported
European furniture and decadent chandeliers.
Suitable for larger private parties, weddings
and corporate events.
FACILITIES
Fully equipped AV system
Projector
Hand-held microphone
WIFI
Natural Light
Outdoor Space
Wheelchair accessible
Air Conditioning
Breakout Spaces
VENUE EXCLUSIVITY
Capacity of up to 150 guests
Price on availability. Minimum spend applies..
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CANAPÉS
Selection of 5 pieces $45
2 substantials, 3 small/sweet
Selection of 7 Pieces $60
3 substantials, 4 small/sweet
MINIMUM ORDER OF 20 PEOPLE
SMALL
Oysters with gin, apple, river mint vinaigrette (GF)
Scallop ceviche with miso and ginger (GF)
Kangaroo tartare with Vegemite on toasted rye bread
Salt roasted prawns with charred lime and chilli (GF)
Fried cauliflower pieces with juniper, cashew and beetroot dip (Ve)
Lamb cutlets with parsley and juniper salt (GF)
Chicken skewers with pale ale glaze
Beef skewers with dark ale jus
Mushroom truffle tart with Grana Padano (V)
Lemon myrtle hummus with pickled beetroot tarts (Ve,GF)
SUBSTANTIALS
Slow roasted lamb shoulder with juniper jus and mint gremolata (GF)
Barramundi roasted on cedar wood with Hickson Rd. crazy water (GF)
Roasted pumpkin with wild rice and native dukkah (GF,V,*Ve)
Seven spiced confit duck with lentils, barley, jus and cumquat marmalade ( DF)
Roasted Brussel sprouts with cauliflower puree, goats curd and salsa verde(V,*Ve)
DESSERT CANAPÉS
Mango and passionfruit pavlova (GF,V,*Ve)
Chocolate brownie with malted barley crème anglaise
Lemon and strawberry gum tart
(Vegan option available on request)
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SUBSTANTIALS
Two Course Feasting Menu
$75 per person (minimum order of 8 people)
SHARE ENTRÉES
Mixed olives (GF/Ve)
House made focaccia (Ve)
Tempura spring vegetables (GF/Ve)
SHARE MAINS (choose two)
500g Hangar steak with Jus and Bearnaise sauce (GF)
Pork tomahawk with native thyme honey (GF)
Chargrilled whole chicken with pale ale glaze
Barramundi roasted on paper bark with Hickson House crazy water (GF)
Sugarloaf cabbage with cauliflower puree and lemon myrtle hummus (GF/ Ve)
Roasted pumpkin with wild rice and native dukkah and feta (GF/V/*Ve)
SHARE SIDES
Leaf Salad with finger lime vinaigrette (GF/Ve)
Smashed roast potatoes with confit garlic oil (GF/Ve)
Chargrilled Corn with pecorino and garlic butter (GF/V,*Ve)
OPTIONAL ADD ON:
Sydney Rock Oysters with Nam Jin granita $6 each
Kangaroo Tartare with horseradish, vegemite and toast $20 each
Additional Main Course Dish $15pp
Hickson House Gin tasting flight on arrival $29pp
NV Moet & Chandon 700ml $140
(*Ve = Vegan options available on request)
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SUBSTANTIALS
Three Course Feasting Menu
$90 per person (minimum order of 8 people)
SHARE ENTRÉES
Mixed olives (GF/Ve)
House made focaccia (Ve)
Tempura spring vegetables (GF/Ve)
SHARE MAINS (choose two)
500g Hangar steak with Jus and Bearnaise sauce (GF)
Pork tomahawk with native thyme honey (GF)
Chargrilled whole chicken with pale ale glaze
Barramundi roasted on paper bark with Hickson House crazy water (GF)
Sugarloaf cabbage with cauliflower puree and lemon myrtle hummus (GF/ Ve)
Roasted pumpkin with wild rice and native dukkah and feta (GF/V/*Ve)
SHARE SIDES
Leaf Salad with finger lime vinaigrette (GF/Ve)
Smashed roast potatoes with confit garlic oil (GF/Ve)
Chargrilled Corn with pecorino and garlic butter (GF/V/*Ve)
DESSERT (alternative drop)
White chocolate and ricotta Cannoli with summer cup fruits (V)
Trio of native sorbets with toasted macadamia (Ve)
OPTIONAL ADD ON:
Sydney Rock Oysters with Nam Jin granita $6 each
Kangaroo Tartare with horseradish, vegemite and toast $20 each
Additional Main Course Dish $15 each
Hickson House Gin tasting flight on arrival $29pp
NV Moet & Chandon 700ml $140
(*Ve = Vegan options available on request)
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SUBSTANTIALS
Three Course Seafood Feasting Menu
$110 per person (minimum order of 8 people)
SHARE ENTRÉES
Sydney rock oysters with Nam Jin granita (GF)
BBQ prawns with finger lime and shallot butter
House made focaccia
SHARE MAINS
Roasted snapper fillet with macadamia romesco (GF)
Barbeque Hawkesbury calamari with charred pineapple salsa
SHARE SIDES
Barbeque corn with chipotle butter
Roasted potatoes with lemon and oregano (GF)
Leaf salad with finger lime vinaigrette (GF)
DESSERT
Smashed pavlova with poached Hickson Hosue Summer Cup fruits (GF)
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BEVERAGES
Full Beverage Menu
We offer on-consumption beverages for all events so you
can enjoy the entire experience at Hickson House.
Our team can tailor drinks menus just for you. Choose from our extensive
beverage lists to create a personalised experience for you and your guests.
For example you can select cocktails on arrival, house spirits and selected beers
and wine from our drinks menus.
HH Summer Beverage Menu
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OPTIONAL ADD ONS
Corporate Events and Workshops
Work with us to customize a corporate event or workshop
that gives you privacy in an inspiring space. A conveniently
located breakout room in the heart of Sydney.
On site catering of morning or afternoon tea, finishing off with
dinner in the main bar or a post meeting Gin & Tonic in the lounge.
Selection of pastries, muffins, fruits, biscuits, freshly squeezed
orange juice, tea & coffee.
$30 per person for either morning or afternoon tea.
Minimum Spend / Room Hire applies POA
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Distillery Tours
Looking for a unique memorable moment for your
next private or corporate event?
Immersive experiences like private distillery
tours, guided tastings, gin masterclasses and other
experiential activities can be arranged on request.
Be guided through our whisky making and gin
production process before tasting samples from the
Hickson Road Gin range.
10-20 guests
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OPTIONAL ADD ONS
Gifting Ideas & Audio Visual
AUDIO VISUAL
Any additional A.V requirements are to be organised by the client.
The use of microphones or DJs are only permitted when the venue
has been hired exclusively. Please notify your event manager if you
are bringing in AV items or would prefer to book your own DJ.
DECORATIONS
Decorations can be discussed when booking the venue exclusively.
Our heritage-listed building has some limitations on what can be
brought into the venue. Please discuss any ideas with your Event
Manager prior to completing the booking form to ensure your
requests are possible or not.
GIFTING IDEAS
Impress your guests with a gift, such a 3 x 200ml Hickson Rd.
Gin gift set or gift card for a distillery tour.
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
CONFIRMATION AND DEPOSIT PAYMENT SCHEDULE OTHER
• For event confirmation a deposit of 25% of the minimum • 25% deposit payment to be made by credit card. • The client shall conduct the event in an orderly
spend is required is required along witt a signed terms • 7 working days prior to the event, 100% of total event
manner and in full compliance with the rules set out by
and conditions. Your event will not be confirmed until invoice to be received. Should 100% of the total event
receipt of payment is sent. invoice not be paid 7 working days prior, Hickson Hickson House Distilling Company management and in
• Hickson House Distilling Co charges an 8% service House reserves the right to cancel the event. accordance with all applicable liquor licensing laws.
fee in addition to the minimum spend for all events. • Client, client’s guests or invitees are responsible
This fee will be added to the final bill.
for the conduct of the guests and invitees, and
• Hickson House Distilling Company imposes a 10% CANCELLATION
surcharge on Sundays and a 12% surcharge on all indemnifies the venue for all costs, charges, expenses,
• If cancellation occurs within 21 days of the event
public holidays. This will be added to the final bill. date, the client will be charged 50% of the event damage and loss caused by any act or omission by the
• A minimum spend requirement applies to exclusive minimum spend. client, client’s guests or invitees.
use. Should the minimum spend not be met through • If cancellation occurs within 5 working days of the
food and beverage consumption the shortfall will be • No food or beverages of any kind is permitted to be
event date, the client will be charged 100% of the
allocated as a room hire cost. event minimum spend. brought into the venue, unless prior permission has
been obtained.
FINAL NUMBERS AND DETAILS
• Hickson House Distilling Company reserves the right
• Guaranteed minimum numbers of guests attending INSURANCE/DAMAGE
and all final details should be notified to the event to cancel the booking if:
• Hickson House Distilling Company will take reasonable
manager no less than 10 working days prior to the care, but will not accept responsibility for damage to - Hickson House Distilling Company or any part of it is
event. Once confirmed as per these conditions or loss of items before, during or after an event. The closed due to circumstances outside the venues control.
numbers cannot decrease, however could increase client is financially responsible for any loss or damage - The client becomes insolvent, bankrupt or enters
up until 72 hours prior. sustained to the premises or our property during an
into liquidation or receivership.
event. The client is responsible for any loss or damage
to equipment hired by Keystone for the event. - The deposit has not been paid by the due date.
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