The BC Ale Trail is bringing our signature blend of adventure and craft beer culture to the Vancouver Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show on February 28 and March 1, celebrating the best of exploring BC.
From rugged coastal trails and picturesque lakes to sun-drenched Okanagan valleys and alpine summits — paired with a cold, locally-crafted beer at the end of it. BC’s craft breweries are woven into the fabric of communities across the province, offering the perfect reason to stop, reflect, and savour where you are. And with the exciting rise of non-alcoholic craft beer and sparkling hop waters — now better than ever in flavour and variety — every kind of adventurer can get in on the fun. Toss an NA beer in your pack, crack it at the summit, and enjoy the view. No compromises required.
We’ll be serving up samples of a few NA brews and hop waters while we’re there. Come by the booth to say hi, check in on the BC Ale Trail mobile app for bonus points, and sip something new.
Find out more about what we’re pouring, and meet the breweries behind the beverages:
- Road Pop hop waters from Barnside Brewing in Delta, BC
- Hopped Up! hop waters from Category 12 Brewing in Victoria, BC
- Three varieties of non-alc beer from Dry Goods in Vancouver, BC
- LoGo non-alc beer from Fernie Brewing Co. in Fernie, BC
- Three varieties of non-alc beer from Field House Brewing Co in Abbotsford and Chilliwack, BC
- Hop Soda from Longwood Brewery in Nanaimo, BC
- Two varieties of non-alc beer from Steamworks Brewing in Burnaby and Vancouver, BC
- Nevertheless non-alc beer from Strange Fellows Brewing in Vancouver, BC
- Peach Cream Ale from Tin Whistle Brewing in Penticton, BC
- Two varieties of non-alc beer from Whistle Buoy Brewing Company in Victoria, BC
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Read more about the non-alcoholic options available on the BC Ale Trail and how they’re made.
• Road Pop hop waters from Barnside Brewing in Delta, BC
Road Pop is Barnside’s refreshing solution for those seeking healthy, hydrating alternatives without compromising on taste. Made with premium hops grown on Barnside’s farms in Ladner, BC, Road Pop brings the essence of our farm-based story to life in a beverage everyone can enjoy, anytime. Crisp, clean and inclusive, Road Pop delivers the subtle hop aroma and flavour you love with all the benefits you deserve.
Each flavour of Road Pop is 100% alcohol-free, sugar-free, and calorie-free.
Original: Crisp. Clean. Classic. Hints of grapefruit and citrus from our farm-grown hops. Refreshing and ultra-drinkable with a clean, dry finish.
Cranberry Orange: Lightly Tart. Smooth Citrus. Cranberry brightness layered with soft orange notes from all-natural fruit oils, balanced with gentle hop citrus character. Refreshing, slightly tangy, and clean on the finish.
Lemon Lime Fresh. Zesty. Vibrant. Lively lemon and lime aromatics from all-natural fruit oils piggyback the grapefruit and citrus notes from our farm-grown hops. Crisp, refreshing, and perfectly balanced. 100% Alcohol free, sugar-free, and calorie-free.
Barnside Brewing is a farm-based brewery located in Delta, BC, crafting award-winning beer using their own farm-grown ingredients. Road Pop is our offering for those who are looking for a refreshing alternative. A perfect fit for the outdoor lifestyle, offering a hydrating alternative, loaded with flavour and beneficial qualities.
Barnside won the BC Ale Trail Best Brewery Experience award in 2023. Check out the feature blog to learn more about the brewery’s origins and the team’s commitment to locally sourced ingredients and community. Barnside was also voted the top brewery in last spring’s Best Brewery Patios in BC contest, and one of the top 10 Coziest Breweries, both as voted by local beer lovers. Stop in today to find out why!
Find Barnside Brewing on the South of the Fraser Ale Trail, where you’ll also find river- and ocean-side trails perfect for accessible biking and walking, and beaches that feel miles from the city.
Get inspired for your next ale-venture with our recent Road Trip Journal by Oregon beer writer Matt Wastradowski.
• Hopped Up! hop waters from Category 12 Brewing in Victoria, BC
All fizz. No fuzz. Just pure, aromatic refreshment. The folks at C12 have taken their love of hops beyond beer. Hopped Up! is their line of zero-alcohol, zero-sugar, zero-carb, sparkling waters infused with the same hops used in their craft beers.
They have captured the delicate aromatics of citrus, tropical fruit, and berries without any bitterness. The result: a scientifically precise, guilt-free refreshment for any time of day.
Choose from three flavours: Juicy, Citrusy and Berry.
Find Category 12 Brewing on the Greater Victoria Ale Trail, along with a huge variety of bike paths, ocean-side experiences, and urban adventures.
Three varieties of non-alc beer from Dry Goods in Vancouver, BC
Originally crafted by the folks at Powell Brewery, the Dry Goods brand of NA beers is now under the umbrella of the team at Good Life Brand Collective. In addition to their core non-alc offerings, Dry Goods also has a limited release schedule innovating new flavours in the craft non-alc industry throughout the year.
This weekend, we’re pouring:
Pilsner: Savour the essence of timeless brewing with Dry Goods Classic Pilsner. Bursting with a balanced malt flavour and a hint of hop aroma, this non-alcoholic brew offers a refreshing taste of tradition.
Grapefruit IPA: Discover the refreshing zest of Dry Goods non-alcoholic Grapefruit IPA. Packed with abundant grapefruit aroma and a tangy taste, this brew offers a citrusy twist on the traditional IPA.
West Coast IPA: Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavours of the West Coast with Dry Goods Non-Alcoholic West Coast IPA. With an intense hop aroma and flavour that shines brightly, this brew offers a refreshing take on a classic style.
DID YOU KNOW – Dry Goods might not have its own taproom, but you can shop online!
• LoGo non-alc beer from Fernie Brewing Co. in Fernie, BC
Why brew a non-alc beer? The team at Fernie Brewing explains: “With LOGO, we wanted to create a non-alcoholic craft beer with the same great taste and quality as Fernie Brewing Co.’s beers. As consumer tastes change and more people opt for non-alc options, it’s important for us to have a choice for the beer drinkers out there who still want to enjoy a full-flavoured, mountain-fresh craft beer, without the alcohol.”
Unlike other options in the non-alc craft beer market, LOGO is brewed just like FBC beer and then the alcohol is stripped out, so you still get the same great taste FBC is known for. This weekend, we’re pouring:
- LOGO Pilsner: Light and clean, with slight malt flavour. This non-alc Pils is a classic, go-to for the adventure lifestyle enthusiast.
- LOGO IPA: All the hop, none of the alcohol, this non-alc IPA is fruity and delicious. An accessible, hop-forward option that ensures no one gets left behind.
- LOGO Citrus: A bright, crisp brew bursting with lemon and lime. Big on refreshment, without the alcohol, this non-alc beer is made for adventure.
FBC is a craft brewery nestled in the Rocky Mountains, dedicated to quality, community and adventure.
Looking for a true ale-venture? FBC’s Trail to Ale™ Challenge is a popular and fun, mountain and beer-filled Fernie adventure. The Challenge consists of bagging three peaks, on bike or foot, in any order, within a 24hr period. Open to bikers, runners and hikers, you have to get to the top of Hyperventilation, Project 9 and Swine Flu, then send it all the way back to the brewery within the 24hr time limit. We’ll see you on the trails!
Find Fernie Brewing Co. on the Kootenay Rockies East Ale Trail. This Ale Trail is an outdoor adventurer’s dream, chock full of hikes, mountain biking trails, scenic rivers to paddle, raft, and fish, picture-perfect golf courses, and so much more.
Get inspired for your Fernie experience with a Road Trip Journal by BC travellers Jake and Marie, and their adventure pup, Rosie.
Three varieties of non-alc beer from Field House Brewing Co in Abbotsford and Chilliwack, BC
Field House is introducing non-alcoholic versions of three of its core beers:
Salted Lime Mexican Lager: Light, crisp, and crushable, this non-alcoholic Mexican-style lager is brightened with real lime juice and a touch of sea salt. Refreshing, flavourful, and perfectly drinkable, all the classic lager vibes with none of the buzz.
Hazy Juicy IPA: Soft and creamy on the palate from a generous dose of oats, this hazy IPA is bursting with Talus and Sabro hops, delivering tropical fruit, coconut, and citrus notes. Juicy, flavorful, and fun to drink. This brew has all of the character of a classic IPA, without the alcohol.
Salted Black Porter: Brewed in a Baltic Porter style with rich, roasted, and caramelized malts, this non-alcoholic porter delivers notes of coffee, chocolate, sweet caramel, and a subtle hint of licorice. Smooth, full-bodied, and surprisingly easy to drink, with all the flavour of a classic porter but none of the alcohol.
Go behind the scenes at Field House with a recent Hops Among Friends interview with founder Josh Vanderheide.
Both of Field House Brewing Co.’s locations are on the Fraser Valley Ale Trail. Here, you’ll find plenty of hiking and biking trails, rivers to raft and fish, wildlife spotting opportunities, and farm-fresh flavours. Get inspired for a visit to the Fraser Valley with Oregon beer writer Matt Wastradowski’s recent Road Trip Journal.
• Hop Soda from Longwood Brewery in Nanaimo, BC
The crisp, clean taste of soda water is complemented by the subtle floral notes of hops, providing perfect hydration for those looking to expand their palate and try something new. Enjoy it on its own, or mix it with your favourite spirits for a truly refreshing cocktail experience. Crafted with West Coast Hops: Amarillo and Cascade. Alcohol free, sugar-free and gluten-free.
The brewery is currently closed for their seasonal break. In the meantime, visit the Longwood Brew Pub and Restaurant, also in Nanaimo, to sip the lineup of Longwood beer alongside mouthwatering pub fare.
Want to take your experience to the next level? Enter to win an epic weekend getaway by collecting stamps on your Central Vancouver Island Ale Trail Tasting Passport! (contest runs until March 8, 2026)
Find Longwood Brewing on Boxwood Road and the Longwood Brew Pub on the Central Vancouver Island Ale Trail.
• Two varieties of non-alc beer from Steamworks Brewing in Burnaby and Vancouver, BC
Steamworks crafts non-alc beers inspired by beloved styles, using quality ingredients to create brews that satisfy your expectations while standing proudly on their own merit. The result is a clean, authentic beer experience that maintains all the character and complexity of traditional brewing, because it never had that character taken away.
This weekend, we’re pouring:
Lions Gate Lager – Gold Medal winner at the 2025 BC Beer Awards. A crisp, clean, and easy-drinking lager with full craft beer flavour. Refreshing and sessionable.
Hazy IPA – Based on Steamworks’ best-selling Flagship IPA recipe. A hazy, juicy hop explosion with bright tropical fruit notes backed by delicate malt character
Grapefruit Radler – A refreshing citrus twist on craft brewing — light, bright, and perfect for warm-weather occasions. Launching March 2026.
Steamworks has been brewing in Vancouver since 1995 and has built a reputation as one of BC’s top craft breweries. The decision to introduce a non-alcoholic portfolio was driven by a few things: the NA beer category is one of the fastest-growing segments in the beverage industry, with more consumers looking for high-quality options that fit a health-conscious, moderation-minded lifestyle but without sacrificing the craft beer experience. Steamworks saw an opportunity to meet that demand authentically, leveraging nearly 30 years of brewing expertise and existing production capacity at the Burnaby brewery. Rather than slapping a “non-alcoholic” label on a watered-down product, the team developed a biological brewing method using specialty yeast to create real craft beer from scratch at 0.3% ABV. The goal was to give people a genuine craft option in a space largely dominated by mass-market brands — proving that NA beer doesn’t have to mean compromising on flavour.
Steamworks Brewing Company is Vancouver’s original steam-powered brewery, established in 1995 in the heart of Gastown. As one of BC’s leading craft breweries, they’ve spent decades crafting award-winning beer with a spirit rooted in quality, community, and a deep connection to the place they call home. Their customers are active, adventurous, and intentional; the kind of people who hit the trails, get out on the water, and gather with friends after a long day outside. Living in BC, the outdoors isn’t a hobby, it’s a lifestyle, and that’s reflected in who Steamworks is as a brewery.
Non-alcoholic beer is a natural extension of that culture. It’s about being present, staying sharp, and making the most of every moment – whether that’s a post-hike reward, a trailhead refresher, or a campfire hang. For them, NA and outdoor adventure go hand in hand.
Find Steamworks Brewing Co’s Brewery and Taproom on the North of the Fraser Ale Trail, and their Brewpub on the Brewery Creek Vancouver Ale Trail.
Or, visit their taprooms: Steamworks Brewing Co North Shore in North Vancouver, and Steamworks Mount Pleasant Kitchen and Taphouse in Vancouver, BC
Nevertheless non-alc beer from Strange Fellows Brewing in Vancouver, BC
It took the brewers at Strange Fellows years to perfect the recipe for their first NA brew, Nevertheless Pale Ale. Soon after having perfected it, a hazy IPA version followed, and then a Pilsner. Full-bodied, aromatic and flavourful, these brews are nevertheless non-alcoholic.
In 2023, Nevertheless Pale Ale made history by taking home a 3rd place medal in the Specialty Beer category at the BC Beer Awards. It was the first non-alcoholic brew to go head-to-head with alcoholic beers – and win!
Nevertheless Pale Ale: Crushable and satisfying with bright citrus and tropical fruit aromas, Nevertheless Pale Ale is brewed just like a traditional beer, with no compromise to process or flavour. The only thing it’s missing is alcohol.
Nevertheless IPA: Brewed for those who love a big and juicy hazy IPA, but not the alcohol, this highly quaffable NA beer is dry-hopped with hops from down under, and ripe with aromas of pineapple, stone fruit and pine.
Nevertheless Pilsner: Following in the big footsteps of Nevertheless Pale Ale and IPA, the non-alcoholic Pilsner is a crisp, light-bodied beer with subtle floral and herbal aromas, offering a bright and refreshing taste.
Find Strange Fellows Brewing on the Yeast Vancouver Ale Trail.
Peach Cream Ale from Tin Whistle Brewing in Penticton, BC
Tin Whistle Brewing’s iconic Peach Cream Ale has gone 0.5%. The same beer you know and love, at only 0.5% alcohol. A luscious peach aroma with a light peach taste make this beer a true taste of the Okanagan. Brewed and packaged in Penticton in BC’s only carbon-neutral brewery. Available on draught and to go in the Tin Whistle’s tasting room, and in liquor stores throughout the Okanagan and Kootenays (for now!).
Tin Whistle is BC’s first and only carbon-neutral brewery. They operate an entirely zero-waste facility, sending nothing to landfill from their entire operation. “We believe in great beer with less impact,” says co-owner Alexis Esseltine. Read more about Tin Whistle’s 30-year history and continuing commitment to sustainability here.
Find Tin Whistle Brewing on the Penticton Ale Trail. Penticton is a Mecca for outdoor activities, and attracts visitors from around the world because of it. Once you arrive, you can pedal along the KVR trail, a former train line that’s been converted into miles and miles of bike trail that winds through wineries, through historic rail tunnels and over trestle bridges. You can paddle on Okanagan or Skaha Lakes, because the city is nestled perfectly between the two. Or, rock climb the incredible Skaha Bluffs Park.
Get inspired for your Penticton ale-venture: take it easy with relaxed rides, laid-back experiences and local flavours with Jake and Marie in their Road Trip Journal. Or, kick things up a notch with the Ale Trails episode, featuring Penticon’s epic mountain bike trails – produced in partnership with Mountain Biking BC.
Two varieties of non-alc beer from Whistle Buoy Brewing Company in Victoria, BC
Whistle Buoy’s non-alc line-up includes two ‘core’ NA brews: the NA Pale Ale and NA Hazy IPA. Co-owner Isaiah Archer says, “Our NA beers are made the same way as our full-strength beers: in small batches with high-quality local ingredients, but with a non-alcohol-producing yeast strain, and they are pasteurized for shelf stability.”
They use locally grown malt and the same high-quality hops as their staple full-strength beers, but scale back the grain bill and use a non-alcohol-producing yeast strain. The results are solid craft beers that the folks at Whistle Buoy are proud to drink and serve. Their non-alc beers are pasteurized to ensure shelf stability and avoid re-fermentation.
All of Whistle Buoys’ non-alc beers are also available as a full-strength version, so you can enjoy the same great beer, but choose the strength that’s right for you. They also have rotating non-alc beer options available at the brewery, such as the NA Fuzzy Peach Sour and Shaft Stout.
NA Hazy IPA – Inspired by the Low Vis Hazy IPA, this beer delivers all the same hoppy goodness with a lighter touch. Designed to drink like a proper hazy IPA featuring Citra and Mosaic hops with a fluffy yellow haze. Expect fruity flavour and aromas with a gentle bitterness that satisfies without overwhelming the senses.
NA Pale Ale – Inspired by Whistle Buoy’s flagship beer, Coastality. A clean, modern pale ale with citrus flavour and aromas. A balanced beer for a balanced lifestyle.
Whistle Buoy is a small-batch experimental tap room brewery located in downtown Victoria’s Historic Market Square. The brand is inspired by the great outdoors of Vancouver Island, coupled with the urban energy of downtown Victoria. “We love to run, bike, surf, fish, and generally enjoy what nature has to offer in our backyard. Our brand was inspired by our love for spearfishing and freediving, a pastime we can enjoy around the coast of Victoria, and in remote wilderness locations around Vancouver Island,” says Isaiah.
Read more about the team behind Whistle Buoy in this Hops Among Friends interview.
Find Whistle Buoy Brewing Company on the Greater Victoria Ale Trail.
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