Historical information

J S Rowley operated a cordial factory on the corner of Timor and Banyan Streets from the 1860’s through to the sale of the business in 1897. They produced a number of different products : cloves, kola champagne, ginger beer, lemonade, lithia water, hop beer, orange bitters to mention some. The brewery won a number of awards for its products over the years.

Significance

A common item which was locally made with a strong link to a local business.

Physical description

2 clear glass bottles with indented towards the top. Marble encased in neck region of bottle. Writing embossed in glass.

Inscriptions & markings

D K marked in glass on bottom of bottle. J S Rowley Aerated Waters Warrnambool written in glass sideways on bottle.