Do you think that beer can change the world? I do, albeit in small ways. It can’t end poverty or stop an unjust war. But it can bring people together and get them talking, which maybe – just maybe –… Continue Reading →
For hardy rustlers and wranglers in the wild west, a dirty mug was all they required to appreciate the frothy goodness of beer. In today’s urban and increasingly cosmopolitan west, we have access to dozens of different shapes, sizes and… Continue Reading →
Big Rock has announced on its brewer’s blog that they have re-designed their labels and packaging. It is more of a tweak than an overhaul, but the new design aims to be more artistic and draw attention to the artwork…. Continue Reading →
Last Friday night I attended the Yukon Brewing Beer Dinner at the Urban Diner. It was a fabulous evening and for a number of reasons I am left buoyed by the potential for beer and food pairing in western Canada…. Continue Reading →
I have been on a bit of a Stout kick lately. I have been sampling new stouts, tweaking my homebrew recipe for the spring brewing season start-up (I brew outside), and generally renewing my love affair with the blackest of… Continue Reading →
Oatmeal Stout is one of my favourite styles. It is my most cherished (and most medalled) homebrew recipe, and I am a sucker for a well made version. At home, I make a big, roasty version with lots of everything… Continue Reading →
I love my job! Bob, a colleague of mine, recently went to Hawaii for a relaxation holiday. I was happy for him. Upon his return we went for lunch to talk about work and other assorted things and he presented… Continue Reading →
Everyone loves a good brunch. A social meal that doesn’t make you get up too early. Hearty, satisfying food. The only thing about brunches that I find a bit dull is the choice of beverage. Champagne and orange juice. Uh,… Continue Reading →
Great Western Brewing, in Saskatoon, is releasing a beer to celebrate the founding of this unique brewing operation. The beer is called Original 16 and Great Western is calling it a Canadian Pale Ale. It is described as all-barley “double… Continue Reading →
I have been ruminating on the announcement earlier this week that the beer industry will be exempt from new food labeling rules coming into effect next year. As usual people are quickly lining up on either side of the issue… Continue Reading →