B.C.'S CRAFT BEER AND CIDER GUIDE
Move over Budweiser, the original King of Beers is back to reclaim his throne. His name is King Gambrinus and he learned how to brew from the Egyptian gods Isis and Osiris. He sold his soul to the devil to […]
One of my favourite beer events of the year is happening this Sunday, and if you haven’t snagged tickets yet, you really need to get on that. Beer Wars is the craft beer version of Aprons for Gloves, a boxing […]
All over this fine province, the craft brewery tasting room has quickly become a community hub. It’s a place where people of all ages can come together over a common love for the finer things in life. The vast majority […]
Back in 2013, when the first edition of my book, Craft Beer Revolution: The Insider’s Guide to B.C. Breweries, came out, there were 50 craft breweries in the province. But at my book launch early in June, I joked that […]
When it comes to the great beer styles of the world, it seems like the real ales of the British Isles just can’t get any respect. Adoration for Belgian, German and North American styles is near universal. The Belgians […]
Editor’s note: So full disclosure, I’m obviously completely biased when it comes to this beer. This is the first installment of The Growler’s quarterly B.C. Brewers Collaboration Series, and we’re pretty excited about what the mad scientists at Category 12 […]
Our first issue of 2018 is here, and there’s been some exciting changes in Growler-land. This issue marks the beginning of our fourth year as B.C.’s favourite craft beer guide, so we decided to kick things up a notch. We’ve […]
Big Rock Urban kicks off Dine Out Dine Out Vancouver is back and Big Rock Urban is hosting a Brewmaster’s Dinner to kick things off. Tickets are $75 (taxes and gratuity included) and include a welcome drink and amuse […]
It’s the most wonderful time of the beer, with B.C. craft breweries putting out some great holiday-themed brews, perfect for stuffing stockings and stocking fridges. Here’s what’s on our wish list this week… Granville Island Brewing’s Cellar Series Gift […]
The concept of paradise is different for everyone. Maybe it’s a happy place where you’re surrounded by friends and loved ones. Maybe it’s a magical land where all your wants and desires are catered. For me, though, paradise is anywhere […]