Owner and Principle Distiller, Jorg Engel
Maple Leaf Spirits
Maple Leaf Spirits, a family-owned distillery, is renowned for its award-winning spirits, offering visitors with a distinctive experience to savour while exploring this world-class wine region. Visitors can indulge in guided tastings and discover the rich history and craftsmanship behind each label. With its charming ambiance and commitment to quality, Maple Leaf Spirits stands as a testament to the artistry and passion found within the craft distilling community.
Get to Know Us
Owners, Anette and Jorg Engel, are pioneers in the craft distilling community and opened Maple Leaf Spirits in Penticton in 2005. Jorg Engel distills premium-quality sun-ripened South Okanagan fruit, grapes and wine in-line with the tradition of his ancestors in Germany. Our small-batch artisan spirits have been winning national and international awards year after year. They are known for their authentic style, outstanding smooth aroma, and characteristic fruit flavour reminiscent of their European role models such as Cognac, Grappa, Pear Williams, Kirsch, Slivovitz or Calvados.
Our Approach
We take great pride in our collection of award-winning spirits, brandies, and liqueurs, all handcrafted from locally sourced Okanagan-grown fruit and wine, distilled in accordance with time-honoured European techniques and traditions. Among our offerings, you’ll discover the exquisite “Lady of the Cask” wine brandy, a pinnacle of our craft. Our offerings also include the classic Swiss-style Kirsch, Pear Williams, and a myriad of other intricately crafted fruit-based spirits. Our array of fruit liqueurs pays homage to the luscious bounty of the Okanagan Valley, featuring vibrant flavours derived from sun-ripened cherries, apricots, peaches, and pears. Our latest creation, the Genie Gin Original, a testament to our commitment to utilizing only the finest South Okanagan fruit in all our artisanal creations.