North of 7 Distillery

North of 7 means different things to different folks. For most, perhaps, it represents the area north of HWY 7, the King’s Highway, that long and winding road traversing southern Ontario. For others, it calls to mind a cherished stretch of land where the landscape begins to morph from the more densely populated southern portion of the province into an environment of untamed forests, lush lakes, hills and rugged terrain. For distillery founder Greg Lipin, it’s a bit of both. Greg’s entire existence has been punctuated by time spent on Highway 7, heading to and from his family cottage in the region’s heartland. More than 50 years ago, his grandfather bought a plot of lakefront and built a rustic get-away, enjoyed ever since by family and friends. When it came time to name his distillery, Greg wanted to call it something that held special meaning in his life. He didn’t have to think too long or too hard. It doesn’t get much more special than having a place to get away, hang with family and friends, relax, dream and plan the days away.

Author: Dirk Jahn