Mainland Whisky

Mainland Whisky brings a little of the American South to South Surrey, a distillery and cocktail lounge built around founder Steve Watts's passion for whisky. The house specialty is premium American-style whisky, crafted on a reflux still for a smooth, rich character, and it anchors a menu designed to be enjoyed on the spot. This is as much a destination lounge as it is a working distillery, with the motto "Keep It Real" setting the tone for an unfussy, community-minded experience. Drop in and you can settle into the lounge with a whisky flight or one of the creative cocktails the bartenders are known for, smooth and a touch whimsical by all accounts. The atmosphere leans cozy and friendly, with staff happy to walk you through what's in your glass, and live music, often on weekends, adds to the easygoing buzz. When the weather cooperates, outdoor seating makes it a fine spot to soak up the sun, while rainy afternoons are just as inviting indoors. Beyond the lounge, the distillery offers tours and tastings for those who want to see how the whisky is made, and a bottle shop where you can take your favourites home. Set in Surrey's Campbell Heights area in the Fraser Valley, it's an easy stop close to the city and a welcome change from the wine-and-cider circuit for spirits lovers. Whether you're chasing a smooth pour, a well-made cocktail or a relaxed night out with live music, Mainland Whisky delivers a genuine, hands-on craft experience. Come for a flight, stay for the atmosphere, and discover a Surrey distillery that's quietly becoming a local favourite for whisky done right.