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Former Aitken's Distillery

Other Names Barrett Burston Collingwood Malthouse No. 1 ,  Victoria Distillery Location 8/21 Northumberland Street,, COLLINGWOOD VIC 3066 - Property No B2669 File Number B2669 Level National

Statement of Significance

Of national importance, Aitken's distillery is historically significant as one of the earliest large-scale mechanized distilleries in Victoria. Located in the center of the country's nineteenth century brewing and distilling industry on the Collingwood slope, the distillery was the first and remained the largest of the Collingwood distillers and is the sole survivor. It is of interest for its establishment by noted brewing entrepreneur and protectionist Thomas Aitken as well as for its intactness.
Operated as a malting complex by its present owners since around 1910. The buildings are an outstanding example of continuity of function and physical integrity in an industrial site.
Classified: 11/12/1991