Tofino Distillery

On the edge of Clayoquot Sound, where Western Canada's temperate rainforest meets the open Pacific, Tofino Distillery turns the wild West Coast into a glass. This certified-organic operation distills everything from organic BC grain and water drawn from the Meares Island watershed, producing a genuinely adventurous lineup of small-batch spirits. The gins are the headliners, including a traditional West Coast style built from ten botanicals and an Old Growth Cedar expression that captures the scent of the surrounding forest, alongside lavender mint and rose hibiscus variations. Beyond gin you'll find plain, jalapeno and espresso vodkas, a West Coast whiskey, an absinthe playfully named The Psychedelic Jellyfish, and liqueurs like limoncello and a Beach Fire cinnamon spirit. The tasting room is relaxed and welcoming, open daily with no reservations needed. Pull up and work through mini-cocktail tasters and the distillery's ever-changing seasonal creations, then browse the shelves for craft tonics, kombucha and branded glassware, t-shirts and hoodies to take a piece of Tofino home. Founded by a trio of local partners and certified organic since 2019, the distillery reflects the surf-town spirit of its hometown - laid-back, inventive and rooted in place. Its location in Tofino's small industrial pocket puts it within easy reach of the beaches, the rainforest trails and the town's celebrated food scene, making it an easy and rewarding detour on any West Coast itinerary. Whether you're warming up after a day in the waves or planning where to take the evening's cocktails, a stop here is a tasty introduction to what coastal craft distilling can be. Come thirsty, come curious, and let the flavours of the rainforest do the talking.