Perched on the Saanich Peninsula just north of Victoria, DEVINE Distillery was a family-run operation that blended old-world craftsmanship with a deep sense of place. Founded in 2007 by Kevin and Kirsten Titcomb, the distillery evolved from a vineyard into one of British Columbia’s most celebrated craft spirit producers, earning accolades for its commitment to local ingredients and hands-on production.

At the heart of DEVINE’s operation was Brünhilde, a German-made hybrid copper pot still. Every drop of spirit passed through her, shaped by the distillers’ careful attention and the character of the equipment. The distillery’s ethos was firmly grain-to-glass: barley was grown and malted just minutes away, and every step from milling to bottling was handled on-site.

DEVINE’s flagship whisky, Glen Saanich, was a terroir-driven single malt matured in once-used bourbon barrels for a minimum of three years. With notes of citrus, ripe pear, vanilla, and a hint of sea air, it earned multiple Gold with Distinction awards from the Canadian Artisan Spirits Competition and was named Best Canadian Small Batch Single Malt at the World Whisky Awards in 2022.

The distillery also explored innovative expressions like Ancient Grains, a young whisky made from a blend of barley, spelt, emmer, khorasan, and einkorn. This spirit showcased a rich, bready character with notes of orange marmalade and dark chocolate, reflecting DEVINE’s experimental spirit and dedication to showcasing local terroir.

In 2024, DEVINE announced it would cease operations by the end of the year, citing challenges such as water shortages and shifting market conditions. Despite its closure, the distillery’s legacy endures through its award-winning spirits and the impact it had on British Columbia’s craft distilling scene.