At What’s Brewing, we’re happy whenever craft beer gets coverage in the media. Here’s the latest in must-know news from around the world of beer and beverages. Please send press releases or links to our Newsroom Editor at ac.gniwerbstahw @moorswen.
St. Patricks Day feast @ Container Brewing
March 13, 2020
Join us for a St. Patricks Day feast on March 17th at Container Brewing! We have put together a limited offering from our kitchen that includes traditional Irish stew, a pint (stout maybe?), a slice of chocolate stout cake and a dram of Irish whiskey, all for $35.
Smithers Brewing Company wins fan favourite award at Williams Lake Craft Beer Festival
March 12, 2020
The brewery won the award for its "London Fog", a dark mild ale with earl grey tea and vanilla
Are we really … drinking less? Or why White Claw’s arrival means more bad news for brewers
March 11, 2020
Despite some signs that younger generations aren't as into alcohol as their parents, Canadians don't appear to be drinking less overall, just less beer.
Great Okanagan Beer Festival Announces Schedule and Hours
March 10, 2020
Great Okanagan Beer Festival (GOBF), presented by The Train Station Pub, is excited to announce their full event schedule for 2020. In addition to 8 days of programming the Main Event has also been extended by an hour and will take place from 11:30 AM - 5:30 PM on Saturday, May 9, at Waterfront Park.
Women influence every aspect of B.C.’s wine culture.
March 10, 2020
When Christine Coletta started working in British Columbia’s wine industry as a server back in the 1970s and ’80s, there was barely any industry to speak of, let alone other women in it.
B.C. founder of hard seltzer White Claw surprised by drink’s success
March 4, 2020
A tsunami of social media hype and celebratory trend pieces have already made White Claw a sensation in the United States. And so the hard seltzer's long-awaited Canadian debut this weekend comes with no shortage of expectations for similarly effervescent fortunes.
Women were the first craft brewers, says author
March 3, 2020
It's women who began the craft beer tradition, Noëlle Phillips writes, selling home-made drink in small batches in their communities, something that's been almost completely forgotten.
2020 CAMRA BC AGM and Call for Nominations
March 2, 2020
The Campaign for Real Ale Society of British Columbia (CAMRA BC) is holding its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and election of 2020 executive on Saturday, March 21st at Andina Brewing in Vancouver.
Labatt moving into new segments as alcohol market gets crowded
March 2, 2020
As more companies enter the beer and larger alcohol markets, it's up to the storied brewer to make sure it stays relevant, says Kyle Norrington, president of Labatt Breweries of Canada.
Untappd’s Parent Company Acquires Beer Advocate
February 26, 2020
Two of the largest remaining beer rating platforms are joining forces.
Great Okanagan Beer Festival Announces Timeless Music Lineup for the Main Event
February 26, 2020
Great Okanagan Beer Festival (GOBF), presented by The Train Station Pub, is excited to announce the music lineup for the 2020 Main Event. The Feels, Kita, and Red Chair will be taking Waterfront park stage on Saturday May 9, 2020.
Andina Brewing Company’s Third Year Anniversary Party!
February 25, 2020
Come and join us at Andina Brewing Company on Saturday, February 29th for fun live Latin music, great food specials, and of course... beer! The party starts at 6:00 PM and ends at 11:00 PM.