Bahama Barrels by Graycliff

While the Bahamas may not be famous for its wine production, Graycliff Bahama Barrels remains a worthwhile destination nonetheless. With unique flavors in each vintage, a wine tasting is a special treat. 

Travelers looking to enjoy a cold glass of wine in Nassau will want to head to Graycliff Bahama Barrels. Located in a historic church and steps away from the menagerie of other Graycliff Nassau attractions, the winery combines unique flavors for a special Bahamian experience you won’t soon forget. 

Graycliff Bahama Barrels: Go Wine Tasting at Graycliff Nassau 

Graycliff Bahamas: A History 

The Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant dates back to the 18th Century. Built by a pirate captain in 1740, the structure’s history speaks to the power of piracy in those early colonial years. Pirate captains were so influential they were able to form entire “republics” and confederacies. 

In the decades after its construction, the building served several purposes. At one point, it was a mess hall for soldiers, and in 1844, it became the island’s first inn. The early 20th Century saw it become a private residence, and in 1973, it evolved into the luxury hotel it is today. 

Many of the Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant attractions date back hundreds of years.

Since becoming an upscale hotel, the property has expanded to encompass several other venues, including Graycliff Bahama Barrels. Today, the Graycliff Heritage Village features several shops, restaurants, and museums, making it one of the best places to visit in Downtown Nassau. 

Bahama Barrels itself is in a 1937 church built by the Sisters of Charity. 

What to Do at Bahama Barrels

Taste Different Wines

Check out the winery shop before departing Graycliff Nassau.

As one of the only wineries in the region, a wine-tasting tour at Graycliff Bahama Barrels could be the cherry on top of a great day in Nassau. Whether you’re a wine lover or someone just looking for a refreshing drink, each blend combines grapes produced in different countries. This creates a uniquely Bahamian blend that you’ll be sure to remember. 

Consider purchasing bottles for friends or family members back home before you leave! 

Go Behind the Scenes

All of the wines at Graycliff Bahama Barrels have unique flavors.

One of the best things you can do at Graycliff Bahama Barrels is participate in a wine blending tour. 

Over the course of an hour, you’ll get to learn about the nuances of wine flavors, grape-growing, and wine-making techniques. The experience culminates in you blending your own concoction of flavors, which you’ll then get to bring back home with you. 

Explore Other Graycliff Attractions

Outside of the winery, you’ll want to give yourself time to explore the many other Graycliff Bahamas attractions. 

History buffs will find themselves enamored with the Heritage Museum of the Bahamas, while anyone craving a cigar will want to check out the Graycliff Cigar Company. Other highlights include the Graycliff Chocolatier, the Heritage Village Artist Studios, and several shops and souvenir stores. 

Given all that the village has to offer, you could easily spend an afternoon making the most of each attraction. 

Make sure to explore the other buildings in Graycliff Nassau.

Getting into the Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant 

One of the best parts of Graycliff Bahama Barrels and the other Heritage Village is that visiting often allows you to avoid the crowds that come with other Nassau attractions. While the village does get busy during the day, it’s on the outskirts of the main tourist area. 

From the cruise terminal, it should take you around 10 minutes to walk to the Graycliff Nassau Heritage Village. Taxiing is also an option, especially if you’re staying at a hotel in another part of Nassau. 

Graycliff Bahama Barrels is open each day of the week from 9 am to 5 pm. It’s closed on major holidays, like Christmas. A wine blending tour costs $55 (as of 2023*). 

Getting Around Graycliff Nassau

Graycliff has several other noteworthy attractions, including the Heritage Museum of the Bahamas, the Graycliff Chocolatier, and the Graycliff Cigar Company. These also come with tour options, giving you plenty to do in the Heritage Village. 

Travelers looking for an upscale meal can also eat lunch and dinner at the Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant. The dress code for lunch is casual, but elegant attire is expected for dinner.

Our Travel Guide Suggests… 

While you always just buy a bottle of wine in the shop, participating in a wine blending tour at Graycliff Bahama Barrels is an exciting experience. Besides getting the chance to better understand what goes into wine production, you’ll also get to take home your own unique blend. It even comes with a custom label!  

Don’t miss out on a wine tasting and behind-the-scenes tour.

Graycliff Bahama Barrels: Enjoy a Taste of Nassau

Graycliff Bahama Barrels is the only winery in Nassau. However, even if you’re not a wine connoisseur, you’ll find a visit to the Graycliff Bahamas Heritage Village worthwhile, given all there is to see and do. 

After going on a behind-the-scenes tour or sampling different vintages, make sure to stop by the Graycliff Chocolatier, the Heritage Museum of the Bahamas, and the Graycliff Cigar Company. Outside of the village, other nearby attractions include John Watling’s Distillery, the Bahamas Historical Society, and Parliament Square. 

Interested in reading more about the different Nassau attractions? Browse our other travel guides, and make sure to check out our interactive map of Nassau attractions.