PARK Liquor Store + Tours

About PARK Liquor Store + Tours

PARK Liquor Store + Tours runs guided tastings and distillery experiences that go beyond the typical souvenir shop. They focus on Canadian spirits and local producers, so you're learning about what actually gets made here rather than sampling mass-market options. The setup lets you taste before you buy, which beats guessing on a bottle you'll regret.

Their tastings walk you through how grain becomes whisky or gin, with real detail about the fermentation and aging process. You'll sample 4-5 spirits depending on which tour you book, and the staff knows their products well enough to answer actual questions. The liquor store side stocks harder-to-find Canadian bottles you won't see everywhere, plus local craft options.

Book ahead during summer months. July and August get crowded, and they cap group sizes. The main trade-off: tastings aren't cheap, and you'll feel some pressure to buy after sampling. Skip this if you're looking for a quick souvenir stop. It works best if you genuinely care about spirits and want recommendations for what to bring home, or if you're killing an afternoon in town and enjoy learning how things are made.