Keeping the Cask Alive: BC’s Changing Real Ale Scene

During the early days of craft beer in BC casks were all the rage. Weekly cask nights kept the thirsty beer nerds busy between the cask festivals that had developed a very keen following. Brewers would create 20-40 litres of a one-off beer and serve it directly from a steel cask. CAMRA, Central City, Tri-cities, … Continued

Seasonal Sips: A 2024 Winter Beer Round-up

As winter settles in and the holiday season approaches, craft breweries across British Columbia are unwrapping creative and festive beer offerings. These seasonal brews are more than just beverages—they’re an invitation to gather with friends and loved ones, capturing the warmth, comfort, and jubilant spirit of the season. Winter beers have a special magic about them. … Continued

Patio Etiquette for Dogs at Breweries

Patio season is here, and that means more opportunities to bring your canine companion along with you to dog-friendly breweries. There are a few things to know before you go to ensure the most enjoyable visit for yourself and your dog. What is it about craft beer and dog lovers? Maybe it’s just that good … Continued

Holiday Lights Brewery Crawl

Whether you’re a visitor to BC, or simply making the most of a well-earned staycation, this brewery crawl aims to keep the holiday spirit going! Explore beautiful seasonal light displays followed by stops at a handful of breweries – all accessible by public transportation.   Our journey takes us from historic Gastown in downtown Vancouver … Continued

Angry Hen Brewing and the Legacy of Shirley Warne

Kaslo’s little brewery is home to a hidden legend of BC brewing and an inspiration to women in craft brewing everywhere. Shirley Warne may be a self-declared bitch, but she is warm, welcoming, and clearly loved by the staff at her brewery. I’ve just driven nine hours from Vancouver to reach the tiny village of … Continued

Jingle Brews: Unwrapping the Festive Flavours of BC’s Holiday Beers

As December arrives, many craft breweries in British Columbia are releasing special beers they have created to celebrate the holiday season. These seasonal beers are perfect for the wintertime. Many are a little darker and stronger — ideal  for colder, darker days — and some of the recipes even include spices, cranberries, or other tasty … Continued

BC Brews in the News

Feature Stories Okanagan-Shuswap eateries to help beef up local food banks Penticton Western News • January 30 “Beef Canada just announced its third annual Burger It Forward campaign to address increasing food insecurity and raise funds for food banks while also supporting local restaurants, including the Barley Station Brew Pub. Restaurants participating in the campaign, … Continued

Bike Paths & Breweries: Metro Vancouver Mini-Adventures

Cycling from Vancouver to New Westminster The days are warm and the evenings are long, and the season offers all sorts of opportunities to shake off the dust of winter. For many people, spring and summer in BC mean one thing: adventure. Mountaintop hikes, kayaking trips, bike camping, you name it. While there’s no shortage of … Continued

Exploring the Dine the Line Craft Brewery Tasting Passports

Throughout February, Metro Vancouver craft beer lovers can take part in Tasting Passports along TransLink’s Dine the Line to collect stamps at up to 64 participating businesses for a chance to win a Staycation package, transit passes, swag and more! Blogger Yasmine Hardcastle takes us on a passport preview. Note: All of the prizes have … Continued

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