I have always thought that the good folks at Yukon Brewing were very brave (and possibly a bit feverish) for opening a brewery in a remote location with a small population. It seemed impressive to make a go of a… Continue Reading →
It is hard to believe that less than three years ago, there was not a single (legitimate) Lambic available in Alberta. I can remember thinking at the time that the world of sour beer would never reach our borders. Fast… Continue Reading →
One style I never tire of drinking is Hefeweizen, especially in the summer. I love its simple complexity (if you know what I mean). It is refreshing, offers a fairly straightforward palate, but has such wonderfully complex aromas and flavours… Continue Reading →
One of the most interesting beer projects in Canada recently (and I mean that in an entirely objective fashion), is Double Trouble Brewing’s Hops and Robbers IPA. The brewery has been operated for only five months, but they, from the… Continue Reading →
Amongst the deluge that has been the new beer arrivals in Alberta this month is a quiet little Quebec brewery called Bierbrier. Bierbrier, named for its owner and founder, Charles Bierbrier (which they claim is German for “beer brewer” –… Continue Reading →
The other day I was trying out a new pub (which I will talk about another day) and stumbled across something called Shock Top. The bartender said it was a Belgian Witbier, but didn’t know who made it. I was… Continue Reading →
I have become convinced that few appreciate a subtle beer anymore. We are so into the Imperial IPAs, Belgian Strongs and Russian Imperial Stouts that we are likely to dismiss a small beer as boring and watery. The torrent of… Continue Reading →
I know, I know. Had I been on my game I would have written a post about the new Innis & Gunn Canada beer on Canada Day itself. Instead I celebrated Canada Day by flying all the way across this… Continue Reading →
My latest Vue Weekly column offers a review of BrewDog’s Hardcore IPA (read it here). I wasn’t anticipating reviewing this beer at first, given the range of Imperial IPA options available these days. I respect BrewDog for their desire to… Continue Reading →
I mentioned recently that Sherbroke Liquor, in recognition of its 1000th beer in stock, released a special beer, The Big Kahuna. Brewed by Alley Kat, it is a soured amber ale with an addition of sweet cherries. It is hard… Continue Reading →