Ampersand Distilling is a family-run distillery devoted to the craft of spirit-making that blends technical precision, artistic expression, and a deep commitment to quality. Their philosophy, reflected in the very name "Ampersand," symbolizes the union of seemingly opposite worlds—science and tradition, craftsmanship and innovation, simplicity and complexity.
Driven by a passion for creating something genuine and enduring, the team meticulously oversees every step of the process—from selecting ingredients to refining the final flavor profile—ensuring that each spirit embodies character, clarity, and consistency.
Rooted in family values, transparency, and artisanal skill, their work goes beyond distilling spirits—it creates an experience grounded in excellence and shaped by a thoughtful balance between heritage and forward-thinking creativity.
Sheringham Distillery is an award-winning distillery located on the west coast of Canada, in Langford, British Columbia. Founded with the vision of creating premium, handcrafted spirits that reflect the spirit and natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, Sheringham quickly earned a reputation for its quality, innovation, and commitment to local ingredients.
They are best known for their Seaside Gin, a unique gin infused with notes of sea salt and local seaweed from the shores of Vancouver Island, creating a complex yet refreshing flavor profile. It is often recognized as one of the best gins in Canada. All of their products are made in small batches, using local and carefully selected ingredients. In addition to Seaside Gin, the distillery also produces other high-quality spirits, including vodka, rum, and whisky.
The ambiance of the distillery and its retail shop offers visitors the chance to enjoy tastings, tours, and conversations with the team that lovingly crafts each bottle.
Empress 1908 Gin is a flagship brand produced by Victoria Distillers, one of Canada’s oldest artisanal distilleries located in Sidney, British Columbia. Known for its vibrant indigo color, Empress 1908 Gin is infused with butterfly pea blossom, which gives it a unique quality of changing color when mixed with citrus or tonic. This innovative gin highlights Victoria Distillers' expertise in blending traditional distillation techniques with creative botanical infusions, representing their commitment to high-quality, small-batch spirits.
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