The Oak Barrel is one of Sydney’s oldest bottle shops. Founded in 1956, it has been independent family-owned ever since. Specialists in wine, beer, whisky and other spirits, The Oak Barrel was named ALIA Bottle Store Of The Year in 2016, 2017 and 2019, beating out major chain stores across Australia (it was not held in 2020). In 2018 the store was named Single Outlet Retailer Of The Year at the Australian Icons Of Whisky Awards. As well as a huge selection of products and expert staff, The Oak Barrel hosts regular tasting events and flagship Fairs across all departments.