Sheringham Distillery

Sheringham Distillery shot to international fame when its Seaside Gin was named World's Best Contemporary Gin at the 2019 World Gin Awards in London – a remarkable feat for a small husband-and-wife operation founded on Vancouver Island in 2015 by Jason and Alayne MacIsaac. That flagship gin was inspired by a walk along the Island's rugged coast, capturing the scent of Nootka rose, rainforest and ocean air through botanicals like coriander, rose petals, lavender, citrus, cardamom and locally foraged winged kelp, which gives it a distinctive coastal, briny edge. The lineup has grown well beyond that signature pour to include Beacon, Raincoast and London Dry gins, Pacific vodka, akvavit, whisky, and a range of fresh liqueurs from rhubarb and lemon to coffee and Sirene chocolate. You can taste it all at the distillery's tasting room, where you can sample the award-winning range, learn the story behind the kelp-forward gin that put Sheringham on the world map, and pick up bottles to take home. The team's mission – creating the world's most drinkable gins – comes through in spirits built to be enjoyed, and they're generous with cocktail ideas and inspiration to help you make the most of each bottle. With its coastal-Island roots and global reputation, Sheringham is a genuine bucket-list stop for gin lovers touring the region, and an easy pairing with other Vancouver Island tasting destinations. Whether you're chasing the famous Seaside Gin, curious about akvavit, or simply want to taste what world-class craft distilling looks like, this is a distillery that lives up to its accolades. Check current tasting-room hours before you go, then come ready to sip a little of the Pacific coast in every glass.