Factory Tour, tastings, flagship shop:
113 Sunset Blvd SW, Turner Valley, Alberta, CanadaBuy online directly from the producer:
eauclairedistillery.ca/collections/allExperimental phase: initial rating derived from official awards and critic reviews
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Gold
2023
Stampede Canadian Rye Whisky, crafted by Eau Claire Distillery, pays homage to Western heritage and the pioneering spirit of the Canadian West. This whisky is a blend of Alberta barley and rye, resulting in a harmonious flavor profile. On the nose, it presents notes of nutmeg, malt, toffee, and apricot.
Eau Claire Distillery, established in 2013, is Alberta's first craft distillery, located in Turner Valley. The distillery emphasizes a farm-to-glass philosophy, utilizing locally sourced grains and traditional methods, including horse-drawn farming with Percheron draft horses.