Driftwood Brewery has launched it's latest seasonal, Arcus Pilsner, and it just screams summer beer. A North German Pilsner, this light crisp brew offers emphatic Tettnanger hop characteristics in both aroma and finish. Lagered for an extended period, the Canadian malt base pairs will with the noble hop character. The straw colour and light body of …
Canadian Brewing Award Winners (BC Based)
The Canadian Brewing Awards were held in Ottawa on May 27th, and BC Brewers are bringing home a number of awards, including some of the biggest hardware of the night.
John Adair Announced as Sooke Brewing Company’s Head Brewer
One of the upcoming breweries to open on the Island, Sooke Brewing Company, has recently announced who will be behind the recipes in their brewhouse.
A New Style for Vancouver Island Brewing
Also available at Monday Magazine. March 1st not only signalled the start of a new month, but a new beginning for one of the oldest craft breweries on the west coast. Vancouver Island Brewing has relaunched, with a new selection of beers, a new look and a new experience for those who swing by the …
Category 12’s Transmutation Is Back
Keep your eyes peeled for the upcoming return of Category 12 Brewing's Transmutation Belgian Specialty Ale. This Belgian dark strong ale, at 9.6% ABV uses amber candi sugar to create a rich, smooth flavour, and the use of Northwest Hops brings it home with a light bitterness fitting of a west coast beer. This beer …
For the love of beer
Also available in the print edition and on Mondaymag.com People often ask me what my favourite beer is, and to be honest, unless they specify a timeframe, the answer usually involves many questions and an answer that is longer than I can fit in this column. Craft Beer is a passion for me. I drink …

