Victoria Distillers

Victoria Distillers in Sidney is one of Canada’s oldest artisanal distilleries, located on the waterfront where copper pot stills transform local ingredients into award-winning spirits. Known for their craftsmanship and innovation, the distillery produces a range of premium gins and liqueurs, including the internationally acclaimed Empress 1908 Gin. Visitors can enjoy guided tastings, distillery tours and ocean views, making Victoria Distillers a true destination for spirit enthusiasts on Vancouver Island.

Waterfront Craft Distilling

Award-Winning Spirits Made in Sidney

  • One of Canada’s oldest artisanal distilleries, crafting premium spirits on Sidney’s waterfront using traditional copper pot stills.
  • Known internationally for Empress 1908 Gin, along with a range of carefully crafted gins and liqueurs made with quality ingredients.
  • A balance of craftsmanship and innovation, with recipes that highlight both classic distilling techniques and creative flavour profiles.
  • Offering guided tastings and distillery tours that give visitors a closer look at the process behind the spirits.
  • A true destination for spirit enthusiasts, combining ocean views, local production and award-winning pours.
  • A proud Vancouver Island producer that continues to put Sidney on the map in the world of craft distilling.

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