The Arbutus Lounge

I regularly buy their Elderflower liquor from Everything Wine to make cocktails, now that I get to visit their distillery itself and discovered more goodies. The staff there is really knowledgeable and passionate about liquor. The cocktails are really good too, highly recommend checking them out or try their specialty liquors.

Cocktails were great, customer service and food…not so much. I was extremely disappointed with the service behind the bar. It was as if the bartenders did not want to be there and wanted you to leave. There was no effort to talk about the alcohols/liqueurs or promote anything. Maybe visit some distilleries on the mainland or cities like Portland and Seattle. See how it’s done.

Very chill space. I bet in the summer it’s fantastic with more light and a small outdoor patio. We tried a small flight of their liqueurs. Nice staff. A wonderful addition in Nanaimo. Excited someone is making limoncello.

Amazing selection of hand made artisan spirits in the heart of Nanimo, a great place to stop for a cocktail or a tasting flight! Their award winning Absinth and Rye are outstanding.

Local Distillery producing Gin, Vodka, absinthe, rye and single malt. Flavored expressions of the Vodka and Gin, include espresso Vodka a family favorite and often requested Citrus Gin hibiscus Vodka and honeyed rhum.

Romantic, layed back. Incredible pizza but,.... It's all about the artisanal drinks. Hand crafted and served with a confidence that you the drinker will love the results. We can't help but go back. Again & again! Thanx guys...

High quality artisan spirits distilled from 100% BC grown fermentables. Locally owned and operated by great folks who are focused on their craft.

Got my dad a sample pack for Christmas and he loves the blue Gin. Glad to support local

The cocktails here are comparable to the best in Victoria or Vancouver but for some reason it's still possible to get a seat.

Haven't been to Arbutus for a while been catching late boats from the mainland. Got lucky today with an early boat stopped by and had a great six flight. Every time I come back there is usually something new that's what I love. I've never been disappointed.