Eau Claire Distillery Collection

Authentic Heritage Craftsmanship from Turner Valley

Located in the historic foothills of Turner Valley, Alberta—just 30 minutes south of Calgary—Eau Claire Distillery is widely celebrated as Alberta’s pioneer independent craft distillery. Grounded in a true "farm-to-glass" philosophy, the distillery pays homage to Alberta’s rich agricultural roots by combining traditional methods with glacial water sourced directly from the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

Setting a global standard for authentic craft spirits, Eau Claire cultivates a portion of its premium malt barley on local fields using 1920s-era horse-drawn Percheron plows and antique equipment. Matured under the dramatic, chinook-driven temperature shifts of Southern Alberta, every small batch yields unmatched depth, complexity, and regional terroir.

Craft Philosophy & Production Excellence

• Authentic Horse-Power Farming: By tilling soils with Percheron draft horses and vintage 1920s equipment, Eau Claire maintains an intimate connection to the land while protecting soil health and grain integrity.

• Glacial Limestone Water: Spirits are proofed down using pristine, mineral-dense water originating from Rocky Mountain glaciers, providing a smooth, velvety mouthfeel.

• High-Altitude Barrel Aging: Wide temperature fluctuations caused by Alberta Chinooks cause the barrels to expand and contract rapidly, accelerating wood interaction and imparting deep caramel, toasted oak, and spice notes.

Core Expressions & Award-Winning Portfolio

• Rupert’s Exceptional Canadian Whisky: An approachable, non-chill filtered craft whisky brimming with rich nutmeg, red apple, dark chocolate, and toasted oak.

• Stampede Canadian Rye Whisky: The official whisky of the Calgary Stampede. Bold, spicy, and cowboy-forward, packed with classic rye spice, vanilla, and sweet caramel.

• Ploughman’s Single Malt Whisky: Eau Claire's crown-jewel batch-release single malt, crafted from estate-farmed barley for a rich, fruit-forward, honeyed profile.

• Parlour Gin: A dry, London-style gin infused with a bespoke blend of local botanicals, rosehip, Saskatoon berry, and citrus peel.

• Three Point Vodka: Handcrafted from 100% Alberta barley and Rocky Mountain water, delivering a ultra-smooth, creamy texture with subtle cereal sweet notes.

• Prickly Pear EquineOx: A unique, award-winning botanical spirit infused with sweet prickly pear cactus, barley, and citrus top-notes.

Serving Suggestions & Cocktail Pairings

• Signature Serve: Enjoy Rupert’s Whisky neat or in a classic Canadian Old Fashioned; blend Parlour Gin with craft tonic and a fresh twist of lime.

• Gastronomic Companions: Alberta prime beef tenderloin, smoked bison, sharp aged Cheddar, wild berry tarts, and charcuterie boards featuring locally cured meats.