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Van Ryns Distillery and Brandy Cellar

Location Pointer Van Ryn's Distillery Van Ryn Road, Vlottenburg Stellenbosch
4.7
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The Van Ryn’s Brandy Distillery lies in the heart of the Stellenbosch Valley on the banks of the Eerste River. The legendary brandy-making history dates to 1845 when Jan van Ryn arrived at the Cape. The Van Ryn Wine and Spirit company was established and with it a proud tradition of brandy excellence that remains un- paralleled in South Africa. The founder’s belief that the secret to creating a truly greatly brandy lies in its maturation, still is the cornerstone of the Van Ryn’s brandy-making tradition. The Van Ryn’s distillery boasts an impressive variety of copper potstills-one of which dates to more than 200 years. It is a living testament to the age-old art of crafting fine brandy and South African brandy culture.
Visit the Van Ryn’s Brandy Distillery, outside Stellenbosch and experience the essence of brandy-making. Join one of our Distillery tours and sample the multi-award-winning products in our tasting room. We host meetings of up to 30 guests in our two meeting venues and conference packages are customized according to your requirements.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Wednesday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Thursday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Friday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Saturday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Sunday 10h00 - 17h00

Reviews (122)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.6
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.7
  • Mariska N. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 0.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 28 Jan 26
    Lovely experience, tranquil,staff very friendly and helpful

    Van Ryns Distillery and Brandy Cellar responded on Wed 28 Jan 26:
    Dear Mariska. Thank you for your kind review. We were happy to host you and are glad that you enjoyed your visit. Regards Fre-Nay Brown Brand Home Manager - Van Ryn's Brandy Distillery

  • Cris C. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 12 Jan 26
    Lovely experience, great venue, fantastic brandy.

    Van Ryns Distillery and Brandy Cellar responded on Mon 12 Jan 26:
    Dear Cris. Thank you for your glowing review of your experience at Van Ryn's Brandy Distillery. We truly appreciate it and look forward to welcoming you back soon. Regards Fre-Nay Brown Brand Home Manager - Van Ryn's Brandy Distillery

  • Andrew F. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 11 Jan 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Van Ryns Distillery and Brandy Cellar responded on Mon 12 Jan 26:
    Dear Andrew. Thank you for your kind review of your experience at Van Ryn's Brandy Distillery. We are pleased to know that you enjoyed your experience and hope to welcome you back soon. Regards Fre-Nay Brown Brand Home Manager - Van Ryn's Brandy Distillery

  • Lynette B. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    3.3
    Food 0.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 2.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 07 Jan 26
    The tasting centre was very hot, an aircon for cool air from the heat would be great. The staff were friendly however service was slow and no one bothered to check on us

  • Johan O. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 03 Jan 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Van Ryns Distillery and Brandy Cellar responded on Mon 05 Jan 26:
    Dear Johan. Thank you for taking the time to review your experience at Van Ryn's Brandy Distillery. We are glad you enjoyed your experience and look forward to welcoming you back. Regards Fre-Nay Brown Brand Home Manager - Van Ryn's Brandy Distillery.

  • Zander T. Dined: 1 month ago
    4.7
    Food 0.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 03 Jan 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Van Ryns Distillery and Brandy Cellar responded on Mon 05 Jan 26:
    Dear Zander Thank you for taking the time to review your experience at Van Ryn's Brandy Distillery. We truly appreciate it and look forward to welcoming you back. Regards Fre-Nay Brown Brand Home Manager - Van Ryn's Brandy Distillery

  • Letitia d. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 0.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 31 Dec 25 (Guest left no comment)

    Van Ryns Distillery and Brandy Cellar responded on Mon 05 Jan 26:
    Dear Letitia Thank you for your kind review of Van Ryn's Brandy Distillery. It was a pleasure hosting you here, and we look forward to your next visit. Regards Fre-Nay Brown Brand Home Manager - Van Ryn's Brandy Distillery

  • Stiaan E. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 0.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 31 Dec 25
    It was an amazing experience. The guy that assisted me and explaining to me about the brandy really knows his stuff and that made the experience even more memorable. Will definitely come back for the cellar tour snd tasting again with a group of friends

    Van Ryns Distillery and Brandy Cellar responded on Mon 05 Jan 26:
    Dear Stiaan We are delighted that you enjoyed your experience while visiting Van Ryn's and look forward to hosting you and your friends here soon. Regards Fre-Nay Brown Brand Home Manager - Van Ryn's Brandy Distillery

  • Cesar A. Dined: 1 month ago
    4
    Food 0.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 29 Dec 25 (Guest left no comment)

    Van Ryns Distillery and Brandy Cellar responded on Mon 05 Jan 26:
    Dear Cesar Thank you for your review of your experience at Van Ryn's. It was a pleasure hosting you, and I hope to welcome you back soon. Regards Fre-Nay Brown Brand Home Manager- Van Ryn's Brandy Distillery

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