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Navacord

Coverage that lets you focus on your craft

Our industry-leading insurance program is tailored to the needs of craft brewers and distillers, with specialized coverages to protect your products, your people, and your business.

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PROTECTION FOR PASSIONATE MAKERS

Produce every batch with confidence

We understand that running a brewery or distillery comes with unique risks. Your carefully crafted business deserves an equally thoughtful insurance policy, one that goes beyond standard business insurance.

At Navacord, our team of expert advisors has extensive expertise in craft brewery and distillery insurance. We’ll provide tailored advice to build a comprehensive and flexible coverage plan that meets your business’ specific requirements.

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DEDICATED TO YOUR CRAFT

Distilling the essential coverage you need

With decades of industry experience, we know that every craft brewery and distillery is different. Whether you run a local small-batch distillery or a large craft brewery with national distribution, we can provide the right coverage to support your operations.

Renowned for our best in-class risk management and coverage programs, we offer high value coverages at competitive rates through our insurer partners. Connect with our brewery and distillery specialists today to get started.

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Who we help

Our knowledgeable advisors bring experience across all facets of the brewing and distilling industry including production and operations, sales and distribution, and personnel.

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Our brewery and distillery insurance expertise

We’ve provided Canadian craft brewers and distillers from coast to coast with the coverage they need to safeguard their most important assets.

Built for brewers and distillers

The right blend of coverages for your business.

Above and beyond the standard commercial insurance policies, we offer specialty coverages that craft brewers and distillers depend on.

  • Spoilage coverage

    In the event of a refrigeration breakdown while in transit or in storage, this covers product spoilage for up to 180 days, including connections and pipes.

  • Contamination and infestation

    This can help cover losses if a product is altered, tampered with or deemed to be unfit for consumption by a regulatory body.

  • Bad batch

    This coverage is useful when your business experiences losses or damages while your product is being handled or processed by your staff.

  • Business interruption

    If a power outage or essential utility interruption forces your operations to slow down or temporarily close, this coverage can help replace lost income.

  • Contingent business interruption

    If a business interruption is caused by a loss at a key supplier, customer, or neighbour, this coverage provides additional protection.

Explore broader business protection

If your needs extend beyond breweries and distilleries insurance, Navacord offers a full range of business insurance solutions designed to support your operations, risk exposures and long-term goals.

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