Graduate Certificate in Artisan Distilling in Hamilton Canada | Niagara College

As a Distiller, you possess comprehensive expertise in the scientific, technical, and commercial dimensions of distillation and fermentation, along with practical skills in product manufacturing, quality control, and marketing. Niagara College's School of Wine, Beer and Spirits enjoys exceptional recognition among graduates, employers, and industry collaborators. Situated at the Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake, the school lies at the center of Ontario's flourishing distilling sector, offering students hands-on learning through state-of-the-art facilities. These include a top-tier teaching distillery, a 40-acre vineyard, fruit orchards, hop fields, beekeeping operations, plus dedicated teaching spaces for winemaking, brewing, spa services, and horticulture. The program delivers thorough knowledge of distillation science, technology, and business operations throughout the spirits production lifecycle. Students work with cutting-edge equipment for small-scale fermentation and distillation processes. Career Paths Include: Sales representative for beverage agencies Distillery operations manager Distillation specialist Craft or commercial distiller Export compliance officer Production supervisor New product development specialist Quality assurance inspector/supervisor One-Year Graduate Certification