Time-Honored Craftsmanship in Every Spirit

Nestled in the historic shipbuilding community of River John, Caldera Distilling Inc. captures the essence of Nova Scotia’s rich heritage through its carefully handcrafted spirits. With a deep commitment to tradition and innovation, Caldera prides itself on growing its own grains right on the distillery grounds, allowing for exceptional control over quality and flavor. From fermentation to maturation, every step of the process is meticulously refined to ensure only the finest spirits are produced. Caldera’s unique offerings like the historically-inspired Champlain Cognac-Blended Whisky and the adventurous Hurricane 5 Blended Whisky, pay homage to the region’s explorers and craftsmen. Each bottle is a testament to the distillery’s dedication to authenticity and taste, inviting everyone to celebrate its roots with every sip.

Why we love this distillery

Caldera Distilling Inc.'s tasting room offers an excellent whiskey experience with friendly staff, relaxing atmosphere, and unique aging processes. Visitors praise well-finished products and high-quality cocktails, making it a highly recommended stop for enthusiasts.

Distillery's whiskey products feature unique aging processes.
Well-finished whiskey with distinctive flavors profile.
Tasting room is relaxing and conducive to sampling.
Staff are highly friendly and knowledgeable about products.
Distillery produces 2 distinctively flavored spirits consistently.

Spirits

Champlain Cognac Blended Whisky
Hurricane 5 Blended Whisky
White Terroir Gin
Seaweed Gin
Vodka

Had an absolutely FANTASTIC first experience with Caldera! We stopped in half an hour before a wedding for my friends bachelor party, and the staff were super accommodating and friendly and helped us have a great experience! The Wiskey was excellent, too! I will definitely be back! Thank you to the owners and managers for such a great time

Distillery Services + Perks

The Caldera Distilling Inc. - Tasting Room offers amenities suitable for families with children. Visitors can enjoy their surroundings without worrying about accessibility issues, as the tasting room is equipped with wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance. NFC acceptance is also available.

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