Copper Spirit Distillery - Bowen Island, British Columbia

Chris W.

We just visited Bowen Island for the first time after 8 years+ of living in Vancouver.

HOW ARE THE COCKTAILS THIS GOOD

We were seriously blown away by the tasting room, and would love to visit again soon. Incredible stuff.

Tim B.

Absolutely loved my visit to Copper Spirit Distillery on Bowen Island — what a hidden gem! The moment I walked in, I was struck by the beautiful, calming atmosphere. It's the kind of place that invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and truly savour every sip.

I had the pleasure of tasting some of the best gins and whiskey I've ever experienced — truly world-class. Each pour was incredibly smooth, complex, and crafted with so much care. The variety of handmade bitters and the unique expressions of flavour in every small-batch creation made the entire tasting feel like a curated journey for the senses.

The staff was exceptional — so friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. They made me feel instantly welcome and were clearly passionate about their craft, offering insight into each spirit’s story and ingredients.

One of my favourite features? The gorgeous copper distiller, which you can actually watch in action through a large glass picture window. It’s mesmerizing and adds a special magic to the whole experience — a reminder that you’re witnessing true artisanal distilling in motion.

If you're on Bowen Island (or even if you're not — it's worth the trip), do not miss Copper Spirit Distillery. It’s a rare blend of craftsmanship, heart, and atmosphere that stays with you long after the last drop. Cheers! 🥃✨

Stephanie

We came on a Saturday afternoon and it wasn't too full inside. They have seats outside, inside and at the bar. Their distillery only serves drinks and they are all in mini form. All their alcoholic cocktails are $6

We got the elderflower sparkle which was very fresh tasting. The elderflower part was quite strong and floral flavored. It wasn't overly sweet and the vodka was very smooth.

The cassis was also made with their vodka so it was also very smooth. The black currant flavour was quite strong and it wasn't too sweet. The consistency was thicker than regular cocktails.

The not in Manhattan was very smokey. The lapsang souchong was very strong.

The cherry rye sour had a strong cherry flavour. The aquafaba made the drink a bit thick.

Overall our favorite were the cassis and the elderflower sparkle. We really enjoyed the presence vodka. The verity rye spirit was too strong for our liking. The service was very friendly and nice. I would recommend this place if you are visiting the island

Yuyan Z.

Love the place!
The design is so pretty and disclosing, you can’t tell what is it from outside. The setting is comfortable and peaceful.
We had a great time sitting in patio and enjoy the drinks.
All of the drinks 🍹 are made in the place and you can buy the mix and alcohol it self. This is the only place to sell them, I’ll definitely come back to the island only for this place!

Cass W.

Excellent cocktails and exceptional vibe! Just up the street from the ferry terminal so a must stop if you are coming or going.

Valentina M.

Great atmosphere, yummy drinks and friendly service. The bartender, Charlotte, was super attentive and great to talk to. And our favorite drinks were the Cherry Rye Sour and Espresso Martini. Can’t wait to go back!!

Rohit B.

Great place with lovely mini cocktails! We tried the Fir Tip spearmint, Cherry Rye Sour, Yes in Manhattan and Hot Heavy Martini. We recommend the Cherry Rye Sour! It’s was really good! There were a lot more options to try, deserves a second visit. The bartender was great and super fast to serve!

Joanna T.

I am in love with this distillery! The class and atmosphere is like no other in BC. It reminds me of the beautiful cocktail bars in Australia.

The tasters were so fresh and yummy. They have one of the best gin and tonics ever!

Copper Spirit also sells their gin and vodka in 3 different bottle sizes. I bought some of the mid-size ones to take home. The packaging is absolutely beautiful.