A fascinating story of grain farmers who moved to Chili and back excited to try something new. They ending up growing flowers, harvesting honey and starting a distillery. I discovered this place through my Father who ready about their most recent award for best cask gin at the World Gin Awards in London, U.K. I emailed the company on my way into Saskatoon and they promptly responded about a tour during Easter. Barb was able to accommodate the Saturday tour. For $30 the tour included cocktails, fruit, vegetables, crackers and cheese, a tour and history on the distillery and ended with tasting of all their stock. Our hostess, Brook, has been with the company since September 2016 and was part of most of the production, distribution and marketing of their products. The distillery was launched in 2015 by John Cote and Barb Stefanyshyn-Cote. Brook started us off with a delicious honey lime Gin #3 cocktail and walked us through the short history of the company. The lobby is a large garage tastefully decorated with local artists and mementos of their farm. A large glass garage door separates the lobby from the distillery and elegantly showcases the beautiful copper and steel machines. Brook walked us through the distillery and explained the process for making Gin, Vodka and Oak Cast Gin. It was fascinating to learn the differences and processes to this art. We then proceeded to sample their current offerings. The owners often play with different plants to create unique Liqueurs and Gins and rely on Gin #3 as their staple. When you visit you will probably not get the same options as last time. This time around they had three Liqueurs; Honey Ginger, Sour Cherry and Raspberry. They don't use added sugar so the flavor of the fruit and ginger really came out. I absolutely loved the sour cherry. They also use local ingredients first with exception of things like ginger. They are a zero waste facility that composts its by product into the flower gardens. For their Gin samples during this visit they had Gin #6 infused with pumpkin seeds, Gin #7 which had cucumbers and a wonderful smooth Oak Cast Gin that sits in a burnt oak barrel giving it a smokey smooth texture. They also had one bottle of their Rose Gin left to try but not purchase. I really enjoyed the tour and would love to visit again when they have new flavors. Hopefully I can meet the owners Barb and John who created a unique experience in the prairies. read more

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The spirits were exceptionally good. They're pricey, but you get what you pay for. Beautiful grounds and Dan, the general manager, is very knowledgeable and happy to answer questions. The owners aren't very social people but we enjoyed ourselves none the less. 3 samples run $5 per person but will be refunded with a purchase. We did 3 each and split them. The samples are not very generous so it might be better off to not share. read more

Black Fox Farm And Distillery - Distilleries Near Me - Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Very good afternoon at the tasting. Our host Megan was very knowledgeable and excited about all the gins with many suggestions . Beautiful space. Well worth the visit read more

Black Fox Farm And Distillery - a sign in the snow - Distilleries Near Me - Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

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An exceptional place, the story is incredible and they definitely provide an experience which is never the same depending on season. The owners, John and Barb, have made themselves known for their 2017 cask gin, and their other high quality alcohols. They do price themselves on the higher side, however, like many say - you pay for the incredible quality. I am not one for gin, but this place has changed my view to an extent. As one with a small business, I can truly appreciate what these two put into their company, which is even noticed in their staff. read more