There must be something in the water in Port Alberni — Twin City Brewing just keeps on winning awards for its beer! After winning Beer of the Year at the 2018 BC Beer Awards shortly after it opened, Twin City Brewing won the BC Ale Trail’s Best Brewery Experience award in 2020 before winning Brewery … Continued
Breweries from British Columbia win nearly 40% of all the awards at the 3rd annual Canada Beer Cup. After two straight years of being won by BC breweries, the Canada Beer Cup is moving to Saskatchewan. Pile O’ Bones Brewing of Regina wins with its Quark, Strangeness, Charm Witbier. Congrats to Pile O’ Bones! Brewery … Continued
Epic Views and Epic Brews Cranbrook & Kimberley are the places to be this fall, thanks to two excellent opportunities to enjoy craft beer in these beautiful communities. the Cranbrook & Kimberley Tasting Passport running Sept 12 to Oct 31, 2024 several Cranbrook Sip + Stay packages running September 13 to November 30, 2024 Take … Continued
An adventure in the Kootenays along the BC Ale Trail with hot springs and cold beer One of my favourite B.C. pastimes is a good long soak in a hot spring. Summer or winter, the hot, mineral-rich water is refreshing and invigorating, especially after a day in the mountains, whether it’s spent hiking, skiing, or … Continued
School’s back in session and it’s also harvest season. So what better time to give you a quick history lesson on every beer fan’s favourite time of year, Oktoberfest! I’ll try not to bore you with too many details and, if you’re impatient, you can just skip to the end and find out about the … Continued
Looking for an unforgettable fall road trip destination? Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Fernie offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure, rich culture and cozy relaxation. Here’s why this inviting alpine town should be your next getaway. Easy Access from Spokane A scenic four-hour drive from Spokane, Fernie is the perfect … Continued
BC’S BEST BEER COMMUNITIES TO BATTLE FOR TOP HONOURS Province-wide competition invites public to crown BC’s top beer community Get ready to raise glasses and toast to the best of BC’s craft beer culture. The BC Ale Trail is excited to kick off the inaugural Best Beer Community Competition, where the heart and soul of … Continued
“Though it is now underground, Brewery Creek is still alive . . . you can hear it!” As Vancouver City Archivist Major James S. Matthews insisted in the mid twentieth century, the spirit of Brewery Creek is still alive and well today. Vancouver’s Mount Pleasant neighbourhood is currently home to some of the city’s most … Continued
Gear up for your next epic road trip! Embark on a cross-border adventure to Cranbrook, B.C., where craft beer meets rugged landscapes. Discover the vibrant fall colours of the Kootenay Rockies, savour local brews, and dive into an autumn escape that’s as thrilling as it is refreshing. Surrounded by mountains and rushing rivers, Cranbrook offers … Continued
In 1899, artist Emily Carr travelled to Ucluelet via a steamship. During subsequent visits, she drew a series of illustrations. Many of those drawings reveal remote First Nations communities and cedars too big to hug amid the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean. It’s an enchanting place, in which the nautical, historical and cool surf vibes … Continued