From Copper to Cup: Vernon’s Farm-to-Flask Distillery Walkthrough

VERNON GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE

From Copper to Cup: Vernon’s Farm-to-Flask Distillery Walkthrough

A 45-minute guided tour of Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery’s flagship Vernon operation that closes with a guided tasting of four award‑winning spirits; reservations required, CA$25 per drinker (19+).

From Copper to Cup: Vernon’s Farm-to-Flask Distillery Walkthrough.

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Location
Vernon
Operator
Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery
Category
Guided Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Set inside Okanagan Spirits’ flagship distillery in Vernon, this curated tour takes you close to the machines and processes that turn grain and fruit into craft spirits, then culminates in a guided tasting of four award‑winning expressions drawn from four different spirit categories.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE PROCESS

Up‑close with copper‑pot and condensing stills

Visitors get an intimate look at the distillation hardware — including copper‑pot and condensing stills — that form the backbone of the distillery’s craft spirit production.

THE TASTE

Guided tasting of four award‑winning spirits

The experience finishes with a guided tasting covering four award‑winning spirits drawn from four different spirit categories, giving a quick but comprehensive sense of the distillery’s range.

THE SPACES

Behind‑the‑scenes at a flagship Vernon site

This short, curated visit showcases the flagship distillery’s fermentation vessels, mash cooker and production floor—designed to show visitors the full craft process in a compact format.

What the day feels like

What the tour feels like

In a focused 45‑minute walkthrough you move from the production floor to the tasting table: an up‑close inspection of stills, fermentation vessels and the mash cooker followed by a guided sampling of four distinct spirits. The format is curated to compress the craft‑making story into a concise, hands‑on introduction.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this experience fits best.

1
Spirits EnthusiastsIdeal for those wanting a concise, technical look at craft distillation and a guided tasting across multiple spirit categories.
2
Short‑on‑Time TravelersAt 45 minutes, the tour is appropriate for visitors seeking a compact, informative stop without a large time investment.
3
GroupsOperated for small groups within the stated capacity limits, suitable for pairs up to a dozen people per reservation.
4
Families & All AgesThe offering is listed as all ages, though drinking‑age pricing applies to participants aged 19 and over.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Reservations

Reservations are required for this curated distillery tour.

What to Expect

A guided, indoor tour of the production spaces followed by a tasting; plan for a 45‑minute visit.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately 45 minutes.

What does the tour include?

A curated walkthrough of the flagship distillery with an up‑close look at stills, fermentation vessels and the mash cooker, concluding with a guided tasting of four spirits.

How much does the tasting cost?

The drinker rate is CA$25 per person (applicable to participants aged 19 and over).

Are reservations required?

Yes — reservations are required for this experience.

What are the group and age limits?

The experience is offered for groups ranging from 2 to 12 people and is listed as all ages; the drinker rate applies to those aged 19+.

How many spirits will I taste?

The guided tasting features four spirits from four different spirit categories.