🍂 Celebrate Thanksgiving at Sternwheeler Craft Distillery with a Special Tasting Event! 🍂

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and we’re gearing up for a celebration full of flavour, warmth, and local charm here at Sternwheeler Craft Distillery. Whether you're hosting a big family dinner or planning a cozy get-together, we've got something extra special to help you elevate your holiday with the perfect spirits.

Thanksgiving Tasting Event Details:

📅 Dates: Thursday, October 10 – Saturday, October 12
⏰ Time: 1 PM – 6 PM daily
đź“Ť Location: Sternwheeler Craft Distillery, Creston, BC

Join us for three days of tastings here in Creston Valley; part of the mystical Kootenay Mountains of British Columbia. Where else in the world can premium artisan liquor be produced with such attention to flavour and quality. We will showcase our award-winning spirits paired with seasonal flavours, guaranteed to add a touch of magic to your Thanksgiving celebrations.

What we are expecting:

As you walk through the doors of Sternwheeler Craft Distillery, you’ll be greeted by our Thanksgiving table to the right, a visit will set the tone for a warm and welcoming experience. Bring your friends and family to sample our seasonal offerings, and let us help you discover new ways to spice up your holiday cocktails. Each of our specially selected spirits has been handpicked to enhance the flavours of the season.



🍂 Seasonal Pairing Recommendations:

- Pumpkin Pie Gin: What says Thanksgiving more than pumpkin pie? This gin brings the essence of the season to your cocktails. Think of a Pumpkin Pie Martini or a festive fall-inspired Gin Fizz—sweet, spicy, and perfect for holiday toasts.

- Saskatoon Berry Brandy: A splash of our Saskatoon Berry Brandy will give your holiday punch or festive spritz a unique, local twist. Tart yet smooth, it's the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table.

- Old Tom Apple Gin: Give your classic Old Fashioned a holiday makeover by shaking in some Old Tom Apple Gin. This rich, apple-infused spirit will complement your Thanksgiving feast, pairing especially well with roasted meats and desserts.

Each of these spirits will be available for tasting during the event, and our team will be on hand to offer creative cocktail ideas and serve pairing suggestions to make your Thanksgiving dinner truly unforgettable.

Additionally, we need to highlight another style of spirit: Moonshine. Look for a future blog on Moonshine and the Kootenay Mountains. The isolation and remoteness with few roads made for ideal conditions to produce Moonshine in the early 20th century. The abundance of fruit: apples, cherries, and berries, made fruit spirits prominent; a smoother and more flavourful liquor compared to grain alcohols the Moonshine of the Kootenay Mountains gained a reputation for quality. In honour of this great tradition we have a Moonshine that is Canadian as Apple Pie is to our brothers to the south.

- Apple Pie Moonshine: A compliment to any occasion our Apple based Apple Pie Spice infused Moonshine is the perfect dinner companion. Fresh apple pie served with Vanilla Ice Cream and topped with a Sternwheeler Craft Distilleries liqueur and a glass of Apple Pie Moonshine over ice is enough to stop the world for more than a moment.  



Why Attend?

This is an experience. You’ll be immersed in the holiday spirit, surrounded by comfortable decor, good company, and delicious drinks. Plus, it’s the perfect opportunity to try out unique spirits and pick up a few bottles to bring home and impress your guests. Stock up before the holiday rush, and make this Thanksgiving one your friends and family will talk about for years to come.

So come by, raise a glass, and get into the Thanksgiving mood with us! We can’t wait to share this festive time with our Creston community.

Looking Forward: Embracing the Halloween Spirit!

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, we’re diving headfirst into the Halloween spirit here at Sternwheeler Craft Distillery. Our Blackcurrant Gin takes on a mystical, otherworldly essence when conjured into your glass—imagine it bubbling in a cauldron alongside yew, eye of newt, and the wing of a baby owl. (We’re quite certain the witches of Macbeth would have invoked the dark, enchanting power of blackcurrant in their brew for its potent, mysterious power.)

On a lighter, but no less magical, note, our Butterfly Blue Gin brings a touch of whimsy and wonder to your Halloween celebrations. Its striking colour and unique qualities are inspired by the ancient wisdom of Hippocrates, who, according to legend, hailed its medicinal properties and even linked it to matters of the heart. Derived from the flower Clitoria ternatea, this vibrant gin is known for increasing blood flow, enhancing libido, and awakening passion in both men and women.

Whether you're brewing up a spooky potion or simply enjoying a bewitching cocktail, our spirits are here to add a little magic to your Halloween festivities!


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