Greater Victoria Ale Trail
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Autumnal Ales, Fresh Hop IPAs & Oktoberfest Lagers
The Fall Beer Season Is Here in BC. The air is cooler, leaves are changing colour, and the sun is setting a bit earlier each evening. Sweater weather features a distinct range of seasonal beers, including Oktoberfest-themed lagers, pumpkin-infused ales and fresh hop IPAs. Here is a selection of fall-themed beers from B.C. craft breweries. … Continued
Summer Sessions: BC’s Freshest Craft Beer Releases
BC brewers are raising the bar with their 2025 summer releases, embracing everything from local berry additions and innovative hop varietals to session-friendly alcohol levels. The days are long and the weather is warm, and craft brewers are answering the calls of BC beer lovers with a wave of refreshingly drinkable releases perfect for patio … Continued
Patio Perfect: The Best Brewery Patios in BC (as Voted by You!)
Summer has arrived in beautiful BC, and there’s nothing quite like settling onto the perfect patio with a cold craft beer in hand. When we asked BC Ale Trail fans to vote for their favourite brewery patios across the province, the response was overwhelming – clearly, BC craft beer lovers are passionate about their outdoor … Continued
Savour Spring: What’s Brewing Across BC Right Now
Spring has arrived in beautiful British Columbia! Trees are budding, gardens are coming alive with colour, and our local breweries are busy crafting their seasonal specialties. From coastal communities to mountain towns, BC’s craft brewers are celebrating the change of seasons with fresh, innovative beers perfect for those longer, warmer days ahead. Whether you’re planning … 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
Q: What pairs perfectly with BC craft beer?
The ways to pair a BC getaway with unique activities and local craft beer are endless. Here’s some vacation inspiration! ATV the Kootenays + Trailblazing Beers Located between the Rocky and Purcell Mountain chains, the Kootenays is a true ATVer’s paradise. Cross-country trails offer endless scenic vistas while rugged alpine rips will keep … Continued
Big, Bold Beers from British Columbia
Our fearless correspondent Rob Mangelsdorf taste-tested nine high-ABV beers from BC Ale Trail breweries. It wasn’t so long ago that thirsty beer drinkers with a hankering for a high-test brew had very few options. Big beers were once brewed only to give drinkers more bang for their buck, and flavour was an afterthought for these “malt … Continued
Hops Among Friends: Isaiah Archer and Matt West-Patrick of Whistle Buoy Brewing
Hops Among Friends is designed to showcase the people who make up the craft beer scene on the BC Ale Trail. In this latest installment, Kim Lawton interviews Isaiah Archer and Matt West-Patrick from Whistle Buoy Brewing. My most recent Hops Among Friends interview was with Tessa Gabiniewicz from Land & Sea Brewing. At the … Continued
Refreshing Perspectives: Non-Alcoholic Beers Produced in British Columbia
Whether it’s for “Dry January” or as part of making healthy choices, more and more craft beer lovers are asking for non-alcoholic beers when they visit their local brewery taproom, liquor store or restaurant. BC’s local craft breweries are responding to this demand by creating their own alternative options that top out at 0.5% ABV … Continued