Here are some of the new releases we’re keeping an eye out for this week at the ol’ bottle shop. Blush Rosé Saison by Steel & Oak Brewing Co. 6.0% ABV • 4 x 473 mL cans Released in […]
On Tap: New beers from Mariner, Steel & Oak and Russell
Windstorm and power outage force Riot Brewing to get creative to save their beer
Riot Brewing in Chemainus had to do some quick thinking when a brutal windstorm knocked out power to the brewery last month. The same windstorm that caused havoc across southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands on Dec. 20, leaving […]
Just say no to No Fun Month, AKA Dry January
In recent years, a disturbing new trend has emerged that needs to be addressed. I speak, of course, of Dry January, or as I refer to it, No Fun Month. Like many questionable ideas with good intentions, the origins […]
Government shutdown a buzzkill for American craft breweries
As the U.S. federal government shutdown enters its fourth week, close to a million federal employees are without pay and the American economy is suffering to the tune of more than $1.5 billion per week. It’s enough to drive any […]
It’s the last week to register for Beer Wars 2019, so get on it people!
Hey craft beer people, if you’re thinking about taking part in this year’s Beer Wars charity boxing event, this is your last week to sign up. The main event takes place April 13 at the Croatian Cultural Centre, with all […]
Don’t Fear the Near Beer: The Growler’s guide to non-alcoholic beer
I think we can all agree that beer is awesome, otherwise why would you be reading this right now. However, there are times when you might want something to drink without any alcohol in it. It’s the new year, so […]
Drink This! Aprikose by Strange Fellows Brewing
Happy holidays everyone! I hope you were sufficiently spoiled, and if not, you sufficiently spoiled yourself. I’m pretty easy to shop for come Christmastime, and my darling significant other knew that something beer-related was probably a safe bet. And so […]
The most anticipated craft brewery openings of 2019
Hello and happy New Year craft beer fans! As we look ahead to 2019, it’s clear the craft beer revolution shows no signs of slowing down. In every corner of the province, there are new breweries being planned. Could B.C. […]
Here’s a look at all the B.C. breweries that opened in 2018
So here’s a crazy thing: it turns out British Columbians really like craft beer. Who knew! There are currently 171 172 craft breweries pouring beer in B.C., with 22 of those having opened, reopened or moved into new homes in […]
So what’s the difference between stouts and porters?
Ask a range of people what the difference is between porters and stouts and you might get as many answers as the number of people you ask. Conducting a blind tasting might be just as unproductive as the styles tend […]