Descend into a beautifully restored 19th-century ironworks forge and taste small-batch Nova Scotia spirits — apple brandy, rum, and seasonal liqueurs — hand-crafted from local ingredients. Artisan, atmospheric, and utterly unforgettable.
What to expect
Ironworks Distillery occupies a landmark 1893 blacksmith's forge right in Lunenburg's historic core, its raw stone walls and original ironwork creating a breathtaking backdrop for serious craft spirits. The tasting flight typically features their acclaimed apple brandy (made from Nova Scotia orchard fruit), a house rum, and a rotating seasonal selection. Staff are passionate and deeply knowledgeable, treating every tasting as a private education in terroir-driven distilling. Pick up a bottle of their award-winning rum to remember Lunenburg long after the voyage ends.
Good to know
Ironworks is a 5-minute walk from the waterfront. Open daily in summer; check current hours at ironworksdistillery.com. Tastings are walk-in but afternoons can be busy — arrive before 2 pm for a quieter, more personal experience.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Lunenburg — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.