First Light Distillery is a place where friends and family can gather to share a drink, celebrate, or unwind after a long day. The distillery is built on the vision of its founders, Kevin and Jen Stewart, who bring their passion for spirits to their hometown of Fredericton, New Brunswick. With a focus on handcrafting premium spirits, the distillery offers a range of products, including gin, vodka, and cream liqueur, all made with care and attention to detail.
First Light Distillery impresses with its warm ambiance, clean facilities, and informative tours. The gin blending class and wide variety of aromas are highlights, making it a beginner-friendly experience. The distillery's beautiful venue, lovely staff, and pet-friendly atmosphere also receive praise.
Last night friends and I attended a Gin blending class at First Light, from the moment we stepped in, we were greeted with warmth and enthusiasm. The ambiance was warm, charming and inviting, with a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern hints. It is an absolutely beautiful venue. The class started with a tour of the distillery that was both informative and fascinating. The venue and distillery itself was very clean and well maintained. Learning about the craft of distillation and witnessing the passion and dedication of the staff made it that much more interesting. Of course, the highlight of the visit was the blending portion. They offered a wide variety of aromas to chose from and blend with, offering a desired blend for everyone's taste! The whole experience was warm and inviting, making it super beginner friendly. Overall, First Light exceeded all expectations. It's a must-visit destination for anyone looking to grab a drink after a long day, a date night, girls night, or even a crafted place to pick up a spirit for the weekend! This place offers the perfect venue for any occasion. (p.s It's pet friendly!!)
First Light Distillery offers wheelchair-accessible amenities, including parking, entrance, restroom, and seating, and also accepts debit cards and NFC payments.
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"text": "New to Hanwell, just dropped in to First Light Distillery. Heard good things about this gem! Sampled and picked up two bottles of Coastal Cream Liqueur. Amazing! Move over Bailey’s and 40 Creek! Great in coffee, on ice or over vanilla ice cream. Lovely people, cozy spot, drink menu. First impressions are everything! 6 ⭐️ s! See you soon for a drink!! #supportlocal",
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"text": "I buy this gin exclusively at NB Liquor and it’s amazing! As a seasoned gin drinker I find this is comparable to some of the best gin I have tasted from around the world. Can’t wait to visit the distillery soon!",
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