In just under five years, Compass Distillers has cultivated an impressive 79 medals and awards from notable competitions such as the World Gin Awards, New York International Spirit Competition, San Francisco International Spirit Competition, Denver Spirit Competition and more, with over 25 awards placing Best in Class, Gold or Double Gold.  Our small team of just three distillers has never been so in-tune with their craft. 

Grit and persistence to achieve excellence drive them to continue a journey of pushing boundaries; experimenting with innovative wild plants and spices each year.  Featured on this page are just a few of our favourite awards, some even being community-based.

NOVA SCOTIA DISTILLERY OF THE YEAR 2018 - New York International Spirit Competition

PRODUCT OF THE YEAR (Spring GiNS) - Taste of Nova Scotia Awards 2018

NEW BUSINESS OF THE YEAR - Halifax Chamber of Commerce 2019

FIRST BITTERS MADE WITH NOVA SCOTIAN ALCOHOL - FIRST GIN MADE WITH 100% NOVA SCOTIAN INGREDIENTS

FIRST PRODUCER OF AUTHENTIC AQUAVIT IN ATLANTIC CANADA - FIRST PRODUCER OF AUTHENTIC ABSINTHE IN NOVA SCOTIA