Raise Your Spirits at the Halifax Citadel!

With a 78th Highlander as your guide, go behind the scenes at the Halifax Citadel to discover the history of alcohol in the British army. Savour three Halifax Citadel-aged spirits crafted by the award-winning Compass Distillers, paired with a delicious charcuterie board.

Experience Details

• Experience a short guided tour of the Halifax Citadel, a restored nineteenth-century British fortification with stunning views of downtown Halifax.
• Be guided by a 78th Highlander and hear stories of how alcohol was used in the British army. Both a blessing and a curse - depending on who you ask!
• Enjoy a guided tasting of three unique spirits created for the Halifax Citadel Society by award-winning Compass Distillers: Daily Ration Rum, Noon Gun Gin, and Granite & Grain Whisky.

Duration

Programs take approximately 60-90 minutes, including a 30-minute guided site tour and 30-60 minute spirits tasting experience.

Availability & Booking

Private programs can be booked on most afternoons and evenings for groups of 2 or more. To inquire about or book a private program, please reach out to us at (902) 426-1990 or via email at [email protected]. 

Pricing & Capacity

Programs are priced per person, depending on group size:

• Group of 10 or more – $59.99 per person
• Group of 8-9 – $69.99 per person
• Group of 6-7 – $95.99 per person
• Group of 4-5 – $139.99 per person
• Group of 2-3 – $289.99 per person

Please note that the maximum group size we can accommodate is ~ 25 guests.

Location

Programs begin at the main gate of the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site. Guests travelling on foot can reach the front gate via the sidewalk from Sackville Street or the stairs and pathway from Brunswick Street. Guests travelling by vehicle can park in the pull-offs located along the Citadel’s perimeter road.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations can be made up to 48 hours in advance of the program with a full refund. We reserve the right to cancel programs if necessary (with a full refund) due to extremely inclement weather.

Accessibility

The Halifax Citadel is a restored nineteenth-century British masonry fortification: guests can expect gravel, earth, and grass surfaces, steep stairs, and low, narrow doorways. In the winter, surfaces may be slippery and/or snow-covered. Accessibility lifts and accessible washrooms are available onsite.

Good to Know

• All guests must be 19 years of age or older.
• Comfortable shoes and practical clothing, including hats and gloves in the winter, are recommended for the outdoor portion of the program.