Beer In The News
40 years ago, Ken Grossman created America’s most influential ale
When Sierra Nevada Pale Ale launched 40 years ago, Anchor Steam Beer had already been on the market for nine years. Ken Grossman, Sierra Nevada’s founder and original brewer, did not create the United States’ first craft beer. Only the most influential.
Beer Town BC: Penticton featured on Lonely Planet
Penticton has made a name for itself in the past decade as a must-visit beer destination. However, this latest feature by Lonely Planet may be the town's biggest scoop yet.
10 Beverage Trends That Bartenders Are Happy to Leave In 2019
As we head into 2020, we find ourselves remembering the most hyped-up drinking fads of 2019 and wondering which are worth carrying into the future.
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Vancouver Island Brewing – Cassis & Elderflower Belgian Tripel
- Appearance(4.4)
- Aroma(4)
- Palate(3.8)
- Flavour(4)
- Overall Enjoyment(4)
Vancouver Island Brewing has become known in recent years for experimentation, and a good example of this is their Cassis Continue Reading…
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Andina x Mariner – Piñata Pineapple Hot Pepper IPA
- Appearance(3.5)
- Aroma(3.6)
- Palate(3.5)
- Flavour(4)
- Overall Enjoyment(3.7)
Once again, Yeast Van’s Andina Brewing Co is leading the way in using interesting and authentic tropical ingredients in its brews. Continue Reading…
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Iron Road Brewing – Simcoe Saison
- Appearance(4.5)
- Aroma(4.4)
- Palate(4.2)
- Flavour(4.3)
- Overall Enjoyment(4.5)
Iron Road Brewing in Kamloops was a passion and a dream for two geologists (Richard Phillips & Jared Tarswell) who Continue Reading…
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Comox Valley breweries collaborate for children’s charities
One of BC’s smallest breweries is striving to make a big impact once again. As this weekend kicks off, they will launch their latest charitable effort, Love Potion NEVI IPA.
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BC Craft Beer Trends: Seven Year Survey Data Analysis
A Closer Look at the BC Craft Beer Survey Data from 2013 to 2019 In its 7th year running, the Continue Reading…
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The Results Are In! – 2019 BC Craft Beer Survey Summary
The 7th annual BC Craft Beer Survey ran during the month of November, when over 1000 submissions were received providing insight on BC beer + cider consumers’ opinions. Now we have some interesting analysis to present.
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