Northern Craft In Changing Times
These are most certainly challenging times for independent craft breweries in Prince George and Northern BC. Yet many have stepped up in order to keep the spirit of the #BCCraftBeer community alive!
These are most certainly challenging times for independent craft breweries in Prince George and Northern BC. Yet many have stepped up in order to keep the spirit of the #BCCraftBeer community alive!
When it comes to the cider scene in BC, those who operate fruit orchards tend to stick together. Based primarily in the province’s pastoral belts, these small operators make cider, at least in part, from their own fruit. Founded in 2016, the BC Farm Crafted Cider Association acts as a voice for these land-based cider producers.
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This has been a spectacular year for craft beer in Northern BC. All in all, when it comes to craft as a whole, I think that the macros will never replicate or beat BC craft beer.
Three years ago, I traveled up the Sunshine Coast to Powell River across to Courtenay in the Comox Valley, and then south to Victoria, stopping at every brewery along my route. Since then, several new breweries have opened in the mid- and North Island, so it was time for a re-visit.
Penticton Ale Trail breweries partnered together to showcase their craft beer scene, and all there is to do in Penticton at the Calgary International Beer Fest.
I love the early spring. It’s a great time of year to throw open the patio doors, soak up the sunshine, and get out and play on the trails. There is a sense of excitement and renewal in the air as we prepare for the spring and summer tourism season.
Summer is behind us, the kids are back to school, and we are now looking ahead to fall. However, if you…
We’ve just seen and enjoyed the Vancouver Craft Beer Week Festival at the PNE Fairgrounds as it celebrated its 9th year….
If you’re the type of beer lover that’s not satisfied with conducting all your brew exploration at the closest tasting room or bottle shop, you might already be a fan of what we like to call “craft beer tourism.”
What’s Brewing magazine lists the top BC Craft Beer news stories of the past twelve months, including those chosen as the Top Five Stories of the Year.
That's All There Was!
That's All There Was!