Bridgeland Distillery Inc.

What Bridgeland Distillery Inc. does

Bridgeland Distillery Inc. is a privately held, Calgary-based craft distillery founded in 2017-2018 by Jacques and Daniel, producing premium small-batch whisky, brandy, grappa, liqueurs, and ready-to-drink cocktails. Production is built around traditional craft methods using copper pot stills and a full field-to-bottle process; the distillery is Canada's first and only 100% Craft Malt Certified producer and a member of the ÉCONOMUSÉE® Artisans at Work Collective. Sourcing emphasizes Alberta terroir through partnerships with Red Shed Malting (Penhold barley/malt), Molnar's Farm (Taber corn), and Hammer Malt (peated malt), with each bottle labeled to the source field.

The product portfolio spans aged whiskies (Glenbow Single Malt, Taber Corn Whisky, Innisfail Single Pot Still, Single Blend 2025), brandies (Moscato, Gewurztraminer, BadaBing), grappas (Eau De Vigne line including Gewurztraminer, Pinot Blanc, and Chamomile Honey expressions), liqueurs (Limoncello, Spolumbo's Amaro, Canadian Baijiu), and RTD cocktails (Old Fashioned, Espresso Martini). Technical differentiators include a 3x-distilled single pot still process and the field-to-bottle traceability scheme inherent to the Craft Malt Certified designation.

The business operates a hybrid direct-to-consumer and wholesale model from a single headquarters at 77 Edmonton Trail NE in Calgary, complemented by an in-house tasting room and a 50-person event venue. Revenue streams include online and on-premise bottle sales, retail distribution to 50+ liquor stores across Alberta, private-label corporate programs (100-bottle minimum), wedding favours, Buy-a-Barrel cask purchases, and Discovery Tours. Customer segments span craft-spirits enthusiasts, corporate clients, wedding/event hosts, and whisky collectors, with Alberta as the sole disclosed operating geography. In February 2026, a CFIA order required recall of the Berbon corn whisky and a related corn-mash spirit — products representing approximately 50% of sales — over branding/misleading concerns, with no health issues at issue.

Name

Bridgeland Distillery Inc.

Legal name

Bridgeland Distillery Inc.

Website

https://bridgelanddistillery.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Bridgeland Distillery Inc. is a Calgary-based craft distillery producing small-batch whisky, brandy, grappa, liqueurs, and ready-to-drink cocktails from Alberta-grown grains, serving craft-spirits enthusiasts, corporate clients, and event/wedding customers across Alberta through DTC, retail, and private-label channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Craft Distillery Spirits

NAICS

Distilleries (312140), Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (7224), Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers (445320)

SIC

Wholesale-Beer, Wine & Distilled Alcoholic Beverages (5180)

akta.pro primary industry

Spirits Distilling & Brands (CRADAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Spirits Distillery Tours & Tastings (Whiskey, Rum, Gin, Vodka) (THAJAGAF), Spirits/Cocktail Bars Operated by Producers (THAFALAJ), Bar & Beverage Catering (Mobile Bar, Bartending) (HSACAGAF)

Keywords

• Craft spirits production
• Distillery tours tastings
• Private label spirits
• Craft whisky brandy
• Event venue rental

Headquarters

HQ city

Calgary

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct Spirits Sales: Direct-to-consumer sales of branded spirits through online store and distillery tasting room. Includes bottle sales and cocktails by the glass.
2. Private Label / Corporate Gifts: Wholesale private label program with minimum 100 bottles, adding company logos and customized labels for corporate gifts.
3. Retail Distribution: Wholesale distribution to liquor stores across Alberta including Calgary, Edmonton, and surrounding areas.
4. Event Space Rental: Venue rental for weddings, corporate events, and holiday parties with catering coordination. Capacity up to 50 people.
5. Barrel/Cask Sales: Private barrel purchases for groups or companies seeking exclusive cask picks for celebrations or milestones.
6. Wedding Favours: Award-winning spirits in personalized labeled bottles for wedding favours.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Bridgeland Distillery is a Calgary-based craft distillery that produces premium small-batch spirits including whisky, brandy, grappa, liqueurs, and ready-to-drink cocktails using locally sourced Alberta grains and craft malt. The distillery also sells experiential offerings including distillery tours, tastings, private barrel purchases, event venue rental for up to 50 guests, and a private label program for corporate gifts and wedding favours.

Product overview

Bridgeland Distillery is a Calgary-based craft distillery producing premium spirits including brandies, whiskies, grappas, liqueurs, and ready-to-drink cocktails. The product portfolio centers on core spirits products (Moscato Brandy, Glenbow Whisky, Taber Corn Whisky, Gewurztraminer Brandy, Eau De Vigne grappa series, Limoncello, Innisfail Single Pot Still Whisky, Spolumbo's Amaro, Canadian Baijiu) and ready-to-drink cocktails (Old Fashioned, Espresso Martini). The distillery also offers experiential services including Discovery Tours, Calgary Space Rental for events, Private Label/Branded Corporate Labels programs (minimum 100 bottles), Wedding Favours, and Buy a Barrel programs. Bridgeland Distillery is Canada's first and only 100% Craft Malt Certified distillery and a member of the ÉCONOMUSÉE® Artisans at Work Collective. The company works with local Alberta farmers (Molnar's Farm, Hamill Farm) and craft maltsters (Red Shed Malting, Hammer Malt) for ingredient sourcing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Glenbow Whisky (Canadian Single Malt)
• Moscato Brandy Brandy distilled from 100% California Moscato grapes using a copper pot still, double distilled in small batches, and double oaked with new Bulgarian oak finished in mature French Oak casks. Features notes of Creme brulee, beachwood, sweetness, and acidity with a sweet, spicy, warming finish.
• Gewurztraminer Brandy Brandy distilled from 100% St-Hubertus Gewurztraminer grapes from the Okanagan. Features vanilla and old wood aromas with late season grape sweetness and young oak undertones.
• BadaBing Brandy Brandy from California Moscato Canelli grapes featuring fresh apricot and white peach flavors with delicate floral aromas of lily of the valley. Reflects extended chilled fermentation with balanced citrus and sweetness.
• Taber Corn Whisky Corn mash whisky made from 60% Taber Corn, 32% Penhold Barley, and 8% Penhold Wheat. Features buttery sweet caramel aroma, black pepper on the palate, velvety dried apricot, and lingering sarsaparilla notes. Aged in new American Oak Char#4 barrels.
• Single Blend Whisky 2025 Single blend whisky combining the year's most desired malt and grain whiskies from Bridgeland Distillery. Features Rue Whisky, Single Malt whisky, and Taber Corn Whisky with prominent French and American oak influence. Vanilla bean and candied cherries nose, chocolate finish.
• Innisfail Whisky (Canadian Single Pot Still) Single pot still whisky distilled three times from 58% Penhold Malted Barley, 30% Penhold Raw Barley, and 12% Penhold Malted Oats. Aged in American and French oak casks. Features orchard fruit aromas with floral, sweet palate and thick mouthfeel.
• Canadian Baijiu Canadian interpretation of Baijiu using all local Alberta grains. Features roasted grain aromas with harmony of smoothness, sweetness, and nuttiness. Available in Year of the Ox and Year of the Dragon editions.
• Eau De Vigne (Grappolo from Gewurztraminer) Aged grappa made from St-Hubertus Gewurztraminer grape skins, aged in new Hungarian casks. Features tropical fruit aromas like lychee with a big sweet mouthfeel and hint of ginger.
• Eau De Vigne Grappolo Bianco Unaged grappa made from St-Hubertus Gewurztraminer and Pinot Blanc grape skins. Features deep rich grape and citrus aromas with a sweet, warming palate and earthy finish.
• Eau De Vigne Chamomile Honey Grappa from Gewurztraminer macerated with chamomile flowers and Parkdale honey. Features sweet chamomile aromas with a complex palate balancing chamomile and honey, lingering finish.
• Limoncello Limoncello liqueur made from 100% California grapes with fresh organic lemons and Calgary local honey. Features spring apple blossom aromas, balanced acidity and sweetness, light refreshing finish.
• Spolumbo's Amaro Herbal brandy liqueur infused with 18 aromatic herbs and roots. Features vanilla and star anise on the nose, bittersweet chocolate and caramel palate, with orange, fennel, and gentian finish.
• Old Fashioned Cocktail Ready-to-drink cocktail made from 60% Taber Corn, 32% Penhold Malted Barley, and 8% Penhold Wheat base spirits with Bridgeland Orange Liqueur, Bridgeland Bitters, and organic simple syrup.
• Espresso Martini Cocktail Ready-to-drink cocktail featuring unaged brandy infused with Cappuccino King's Classico Roast Espresso beans and chocolate nibs, balanced with Bridgeland Orange Brandy. Features Terry's Chocolate Orange Ball aroma with orange, coffee, and chocolate palate.
• Taber Corn Whisky 101 Elevated ABV version (50.5%/101 proof) of the Taber Corn Whisky. Features peach custard pie aromas, sweet oak notes, with pepper and sweet fennel finish.
• Calgary Event Space Rental Event venue rental service at the distillery for weddings, corporate events, and holiday parties. Accommodates up to 50 people with flexible catering options, setup and takedown services, tables and chairs included. Three distinct areas: Tasting Room, production room with projector, and outdoor patio.
• Private Label / Branded Corporate Gifts Program Custom branded spirits program for corporate gifts. Minimum order of 100 bottles with company logo on product label in company colors. Wholesale pricing available, with final design approval before printing.
• Wedding Favours Personalized wedding favour service featuring award-winning spirits in private label bottles with custom messages for wedding guests.
• Buy a Barrel (Private Cask Program) Private cask/barrel purchase program for groups of friends or companies to celebrate special occasions. Includes journey experience with exclusive services.
• Discovery Tour Distillery tour experience with explanation of Brandy, Whisky, and Grappa making process, followed by tasting of 3 products. Part of the Artisans at Work network experience. Tours available Friday, Saturday & Sunday between 2-6 PM.

Quantifiable outcome

• Approximately 50% of sales affected by CFIA product recall order
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Red Shed MaltingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupplies quality malt for whisky production. Barley malted at Red Shed Malting in Penhold, Alberta is used in products like Glenbow Single Malt Whisky.
• Molnar's FarmcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupplies quality Taber Corn used in corn whisky and other spirits. Taber corn is a key ingredient representing Alberta's agricultural excellence.
• Hammer MaltcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupplies quality peated malt used in select whisky expressions.
• AGLC (Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis)coreOthersProvincial regulatory body that creates the right conditions for artisan producers in Alberta. Essential for licensing and compliance.
• Villa Firenze & Toto PizzaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerProvides premium food for distillery customers and events, enhancing the visitor experience.
• Snaptique Photo BoothminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity partner providing photo booth services, pouring love into the local community.
• Kayak SearchminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTravel search service that helps people discover and find the distillery.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Odd Society Spirits: Vancouver-based craft distillery producing whisky, gin, and liqueurs with strong emphasis on local BC ingredients and small-batch production. Similar craft ethos and DTC tasting room business model.
• Victoria Distillers: BC-based craft distillery producing whisky, gin, and brandy with on-site tasting room and event venue. Comparable diversified revenue model including tours, tastings, and private events.
• Shelter Point Distillery: BC-based farm distillery producing single malt whisky and other spirits from estate-grown grains. Comparable terroir-driven craft positioning, awards recognition, and DTC tourism model.
• Eau Claire Distillery: Turner Valley/Calgary-based craft distillery producing premium gin, vodka, and whisky using Alberta grains. Closest geographic and product peer to Bridgeland, competing for the same Alberta retail accounts, DTC tourists, and craft spirits consumers.
• Confluence Distillers: Calgary-based small-batch distillery producing gin, vodka, and aquavit. Direct local competitor in the Calgary/Alberta craft spirits market with overlapping DTC and retail channels.
• Dillon's Small Batch Distillers: Niagara, Ontario-based craft distillery producing whisky, gin, vodka, and liqueurs using locally grown grapes and grains. Comparable product portfolio, on-site tasting room, and craft certification positioning.
• Last Mountain Distillery: Saskatchewan craft distillery producing small-batch whisky, vodka, gin, and liqueurs from locally sourced grain. Comparable craft positioning, local terroir focus, and DTC + retail distribution model.

Broad incumbents

• Wayne Gretzky Estates Distillery: Niagara-based Canadian whisky and spirits producer leveraging celebrity branding at larger scale. Competes for Canadian craft whisky shelf space and on-premise listings with established marketing budget.
• Crown Royal (Diageo): Iconic Canadian whisky brand and category leader owned by Diageo. Defines the Canadian whisky category against which all craft producers, including Bridgeland, position their artisanal and terroir-driven offerings.
• Alberta Distillers (now part of Beam Suntory): Historic Alberta whisky producer (Alberta Premium) now owned by Beam Suntory. Operates in the same provincial market at significantly larger scale, setting the price/quality benchmark Bridgeland competes against in retail listings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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