Ironworks Distillery — Local services in Lunenburg

I was able to book a private tour for a weekday through the website for a small bachelorette party. The staff were very helpful, welcoming and accommodating, and were very personal for all the guests we had in the party.

The staff were so infectiously enthusiastic about what they do, and they were clearly so proud of the products they are able to make! The science lessons and questions our group had were answered with expertise and humour. The history of the building really sings through the old wooden beams as you step through the gift shop into the workhouse of the distillery.

The tour culminated with a tasting, where the staff were equally as accommodating and enthusiastic about their products. They were very good to me as a designated driver, making me tiny mock-tails while the other ladies had a blast trying all the wares. At the end, the staff presented us with goodie bags, that were really appreciated and unexpected!

The gift shop is lovely, and has all their available products for sale, along with some glass ware, clothing items, and shopping bags.

I can't thank Tyla, Molly, or Julie enough for their help and care for the awesome night! I will definitely go back whenever...

My family and I had a private tour / tasting here when we were visiting Halifax. Tyla was our tour/tasting guide/host. She was awesome. She did knew a lot about the history of the building and the company, as well as how the spirits are made.

I really admire that they only create alcohol based on what they can source locally. I think that it makes a difference because the quality of the alcohol is very good especially at that price point.

Because we are flew to Halifax, we didn't have a lot of space in our luggage to bring alcohol back, but it wasn't a problem because they ship throughout Canada (and it is free over $135). So needless to say we bought a lot to enjoy when we got back home. Since then we have purchased additional alcohol and have not had any issues in shipment.

Overall, Ironworks is small but a must see if you are visiting the area and definitely worth the day trip from Halifax. I'm so glad that we visited here and look forward to enjoying more of their alcohol...

Drove through Lunenburg looking for parking and noticed Ironworks Distillery. Almost forgot to visit because we parked on the other side of the wharf area. Do not leave Lunenburg without first checking out this place! First off, the building is ripe with age and character. The weatherbeaten exterior suggests not even the harshest Maritime storm could shake even a shingle.

Oh, the alcohol. Amazing flavours. My wife and I shared our samples with each other so we got to sample 6. 3 samples a piece. I have to admit I despise rhubarb, but as a spirit - FANTASTIC!!! I can't say a favourite, they're all exceptional. They ship to anywhere in Canada (except Alberta - tax thing). We had trouble not purchasing a bottle of...