Nestled in the rugged landscape of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Glenora Inn & Distillery stands as a testament to tradition andCraftmanship. As North America's oldest single malt whisky distillery, Glenora blends centuries-old techniques with innovative spirit, crafting whiskies finished in ice wine barrels and celebrate victories in battles over heritage. Whether savoring the Rare 10 Year Old in our courtyard or winding through our scenic trails, every sip and moment is a storyboard of a legacy of Gaelic roots and true whisky innovation.
Guests praised Glenora Inn & Distillery for its exceptional food, particularly the Atlantic Chowder and Fried Classic Calamari, which offered flavorful ingredients and perfectly balanced flavors. The inn's property was also commended for its beauty and friendly staff service.
I haven’t been to the inn or distillery (hopefully some day, now that I know of it), but I just bought some Glen Breton Single Malt Rare here locally in Ontario and it’s fantastic! It is comparable to a classic smooth single malt scotch or a lovely Japanese whisky. Very well done to everyone who helped create this and thank you!
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"text": "I haven’t been to the inn or distillery (hopefully some day, now that I know of it), but I just bought some Glen Breton Single Malt Rare here locally in Ontario and it’s fantastic! It is comparable to a classic smooth single malt scotch or a lovely Japanese whisky. Very well done to everyone who helped create this and thank you!",
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"text": "My family and I came here for lunch and live music. Our time here was a great experience. It must be the manicured lawn, the history of the place, the brief and intimate tour, the East coast hospitality, the beautiful music, the friendly staff service, or the home-made feel of the desserts. But it was great. It was one of the highlights of our Cape Breton trip.\n\nThank you thank you to the wonderful staff at the restaurant. What a memory.",
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"text": "Stayed two nights at the inn. Location was beautiful and well situated to access the Cabot Trail whether you want to access the east or west side of the start of the trail. Having said that I would not stay here again, it was not good value for money. Rooms are clean but dated and do not match the price you are paying in terms of decor and overall state. Service and the nightly music at the pub was good but the food was mediocre. The continental breakfast was also mediocre and could have been a bit more appointed in terms of offerings and effort. Beautiful surroundings but for the price we would have been better to stay at a motel type setting that probably would have been just as clean and basic as this place.",
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"text": "Was this value for money no! Would we stay there again, no!\nThe room was comfortable and clean but not worth $412.00 ca a night.\nThe restaurant reminded me of a ski lodge of the 80s. The food was expensive for what you got. The menu was a pub menu . However the bar staff were knowledgeable and helpful.\nWe would advise a visit to the distillery and stay somewhere else .",
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"text": "Stopped here for food only as we didn’t make it in time for the tour. The Atlantic Chowder and Fried Classic Calamari was DELICIOUS! The chowder was flavourful and had the perfect amount of seafood. The seafood and vegetables were cut to the perfect bite size pieces and the flavours were well balanced. The calamari was delicious and well seasoned! Would recommend the pub at Glenora! Staff were friendly and the property was also very well kept and beautiful!",
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