Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery, Vernon

Canada's Most Awarded Craft Distillery

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Discover Okanagan Spirits: Canada’s Most Awarded Craft Distillery

When you think of the Okanagan Valley, wine often comes to mind, but nestled in the heart of Vernon, BC, you’ll find a world-class craft distillery that’s redefining the tasting experience. Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery is Western Canada’s original and Canada’s most awarded craft distillery. A true pioneer in farm-to-flask spirits.

Step inside and you’ll be greeted by North America’s tallest copper pot stills gleaming like works of art and an inviting tasting bar where award-winning whiskies, gins, vodkas, and fruit liqueurs await. Every spirit is handcrafted from 100% locally grown grains and fruits, showcasing the purity and flavour of the Okanagan.

For whisky lovers, the distillery is home to the legendary Laird of Fintry Single Malt, 2025 World Spirits Awards Gold Medal Winner. Prefer something adventurous? Try their barrel-aged gin or fruit brandies that capture the essence of the valley’s orchards.

Open seven days a week, Okanagan Spirits welcomes you for drop-in tastings or for one of their popular pre-booked Distillery Experiences, where you’ll learn about the art of distilling and sample spirits like a pro.

More than a tasting, this is an experience—a chance to meet their passionate distilling staff and discover why Okanagan Spirits is celebrated as one of North America’s top distilleries. So, when planning your wine tour, make room for a spirited detour. Vernon is calling, and it’s worth every sip.

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Q What is special about the Vernon distillery?

Their Vernon location is the flagship distillery and home to North America’s tallest copper pot still. It offers a production facility tour (with pre-booked Distillery Experiences) and a 27-foot tasting bar with over 40 award-winning spirits.

Q Do they offer tours and experiences in Vernon?

Yes! Experiences include the Farm-to-Flask Tour, Whisky Experience, GINtroduction, and Cocktail Creation Class, all by reservation. Drop-in tastings are also available for $10 (waived with purchase).

Q What spirits can visitors sample?

Guests can taste from their extensive award-winning portfolio: single malt and bourbon-style whiskies, rye whiskies, gins, vodkas, fruit liqueurs, brandies, aquavit, and absinthe, all made from 100% B.C. grain and fruit.

Q Is the Vernon distillery family-friendly?

Tours and tastings are 19+ only, but well-behaved children and pooches are welcomed.

Q What are the hours and location details?

Vernon distillery is open Monday–Saturday 10am–6pm, Sunday 10am–5pm. Located at 5204 24th Street, Vernon, BC.