About this tour
When Noah from our team did this Whistler distillery tour, we found a solid two-hour escape from the village hustle. You're picked up and driven to Function Junction to tour Montis Distilling, taste their spirits, and pair them with charcuterie from a local producer. The whole thing's hassle-free — no navigating the car park, no figuring out the drive back. It's a laid-back afternoon for anyone keen to see what's being made in Whistler's creative neighbourhood, and the drop-off flexibility at the village means you can head straight to dinner or back to your accommodation without faffing about.
Highlights
- Four to five spirit tastings across Montis's range without rushing
- Hand-crafted charcuterie pairing lifts the tasting above standard pour-and-sip
- Function Junction vibe — indie neighbourhood, not touristy village feel
- Air-conditioned ride both ways, pickup and drop-off included
- Flexible return to Whistler Village means no rigid end time
- Guides walk you through the actual distillery floor and process
- Bottled water kept you hydrated between tastings
What to expect
Noah rolled up at a designated pickup point and was collected by a tour van — no stress about parking or driving after tastings. The drive to Function Junction takes the edge off the Whistler Village crowds; the neighbourhood itself feels quieter and more genuinely local. At Montis, the team walked us through the distillery, explained their approach, and we tasted four to five of their spirits without feeling rushed. The charcuterie pairing from Picnic Whistler was properly thoughtful — local cheese and cured meats that actually complemented what we were drinking, not just token nibbles.
The two hours ticked along at a good pace. We weren't standing around waiting for stragglers, and the guide kept things conversational rather than lecturing. On the drive back to the village, you can request drop-off wherever suits — your hotel, a restaurant, the gondola base. It's a tidy afternoon activity that doesn't eat into your evening plans.
What travellers say
- No driving after tastings — pickup and drop-off included
- Small-group feel means guides actually engage with you personally
- Function Junction neighbourhood is worth the detour from the village
- Charcuterie pairing from Picnic Whistler lifts it above standard tasting
- Flexible drop-off at Whistler Village suits most afternoon schedules
- Genuine distillery tour, not just a tasting room session
- Small batch spirits excluded from tasting but available to buy
- Not suitable for pregnant travellers — check contraindications
- Early-to-mid-afternoon timing doesn't suit everyone's schedule
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This works for serious spirit enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike. Small-group vibe means the guide remembers your name and tailors chat. Transport is included, so you can relax into the tastings guilt-free. Function Junction is genuinely worth seeing if you haven't explored beyond the main village. Local charcuterie makes the pairing feel authentic, not mass-produced.
Not recommended if you're pregnant. The small batch spirits available at the distillery aren't part of the tasting lineup, so if you were after those specifically, you'll need to ask about purchasing separately. Early afternoon timing works for most, but if you're a late riser, confirm the pickup time suits you. Walking is minimal, but the distillery floor involves some standing. Weather's generally fine in the venue itself, but the Whistler mountain climate can be cool — nothing major, just know you might want a layer.
Group sizes are small enough to feel personal. Public transport nearby if you want to explore Function Junction further after. Allow full two hours plus transport time. Bring your ID for tasting. The experience suits all fitness levels.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.