Breweries, cideries and distilleries

Sample flagship flavours and exciting, seasonal selections at Ontario’s craft breweries, cideries and distilleries. Home to the birthplace of Canadian whisky, Ontario is also a proud producer of innovative, world-class, small-batch beer, cider, gin, vodka, rum and even modern moonshine.

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Planning your trip in Ontario? Get inspired by our articles related to breweries, cideries and distilleries.

Top craft beer festivals in Ontario 2025-2026

Explore exciting new flavours and celebrate Ontario’s rich beer culture with fellow beer lovers at a local craft beer festival.

Cideries  worth a road trip  in Ontario 

Visit one of Ontario’s craft cideries on your next road trip to sample refreshing alcoholic and non-alcoholic cider.

Toast-worthy non-alcoholic beverages in Ontario

Raise a glass to delicious mocktails and non-alcoholic beverages that hit the spot.

Celebrate Oktoberfest in Ontario 2024

Each fall, Kitchener and Waterloo host the largest celebration of Bavarian culture outside of Germany.

Top brewery and distillery tours and trails in Ontario

Discover the best craft beers and spirits on guided tours and self-guided trails to Ontario’s top breweries and distilleries.

Ontario craft breweries you need to visit

Ontario’s craft beer scene is bubbling with creativity, flavour and good vibes.

Trailblazing women brewers and winemakers in Ontario

Celebrate trailblazing women craft beer brewers, winemakers, vineyard owners and viticultural entrepreneurs in Ontario.

Discover the best craft distilleries in Ontario

Ontario distillers are trendsetters in crafting spirits, from dark whiskies to clear vodkas, and everything in between, including smooth and authentic moonshine.

Wine and cider along the southern shores of Georgian Bay

Discover delicious wine and cider along Georgian Bay, in one of Ontario’s most prolific apple growing regions and exciting emerging wine producing destinations.

Specific spots

Ready to dive into a specific spot? Here are some related things to do.

Brew House on the Grand

Drink a brew at the traditional pub that’s located by the River Grand and stay overnight at its charming B&B guest room upstairs.

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Kinsip House of Fine Spirits

Prince Edward’s County’s only distillery is a farm-based craft operation producing only the finest spirits, bitters and maple syrup.

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The County Cider Company

Come for some of the tastiest hard ciders in Prince Edward County, stay for the spectacular view of Lake Ontario from the restaurant and patio.

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True Brew Path

Get to know the makers of your favourite craft beer and be sure to download the Craft Beer Passport so it's easy to locate them on your phone.

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Puddicombe Estate Farms, Winery & Cider

There's something for all ages, from the kid-friendly farm activities to cherry picking to winery visits and wine tastings.

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Huntsville Brewhouse

Downtown Huntsville’s first brewhouse serves up great craft beer flights, a menu of pub style fare and comfort food and a laidback ambiance.

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Sleeping Giant Brewing Co.

Handcrafted, fresh, craft ales and lagers inspired by Lake Superior, the northern wilderness and a rich Canadian heritage.

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Furnace Room Brewery

Try four of Furnace Room's signature beers, Chicken Man Pale Ale, Beardmore Kölsch, Cream Lager and Wright House Red.

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Last updated: March 26, 2025

Breweries, cideries and distilleries

Cideries

Craft breweries

Distilleries

Get inspired

Top craft beer festivals in Ontario 2025-2026

Cideries worth a road trip in Ontario

Toast-worthy non-alcoholic beverages in Ontario

Celebrate Oktoberfest in Ontario 2024

Top brewery and distillery tours and trails in Ontario

Ontario craft breweries you need to visit

Trailblazing women brewers and winemakers in Ontario

Discover the best craft distilleries in Ontario

Wine and cider along the southern shores of Georgian Bay

Specific spots

Brew House on the Grand

Kinsip House of Fine Spirits

The County Cider Company

True Brew Path

Puddicombe Estate Farms, Winery & Cider

Huntsville Brewhouse

Sleeping Giant Brewing Co.

Furnace Room Brewery

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