Uorren’s Imperial Stout
Colder months are generally more suited to beers that are stronger in both flavour and alcohol. I have talked about barley wine in past columns, so this year I thought I would suggest an Imperial Stout.
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STAYING SAFE AND KEEPING BREW SHOPS BUSY
COVID-19 has affected all of us in some way or another. If you have found yourself with time on your hands, have been thinking about ways to be as self-sufficient as possible, or need a distraction from all of the craziness in the world right now, I strongly suggest trying homebrewing. It is fun, educational, and rewarding.
Legends of DIX Pt II: When Hops Popped Up In Vancouver
In 2005, Tony Dewald (now of Trading Post Brewing) was the brewer at DIX BBQ & Brewery, and Warren Boyer was President of the fledgling beer enthusiasts’ group, CAMRA Vancouver.
Tony decided to have a homebrew contest specifically for IPA. Warren entered two beers into the contest. Here’s what made the memorable winning beer so representative of the Pacific Northwest.
The Next 10 Years In Homebrewing
Homebrewing changed a lot between 2010 and 2020. I’m excited to see what the next decade brings and how it affects homebrewing. If it’s anything like the past decade, it will be transformative.
The #BCCraftBeer Guide to Last Minute Holiday Gift Shopping
Too buried in work to shop for Christmas this year? Fear not; as long as you have friends and family that like beer, the BC Craft Beer Holiday Gift Guide can help out.
What’s Brewing releases BC Craft Beer Holiday Gift Guide
With a little over a month left until Christmas, What’s Brewing magazine launches its annual BC Craft Beer Holiday Gift Guide. Probably the only one of its kind anywhere, this 18-page “look book” of curated gift ideas has expanded with many unique new picks since last year.
SUSTAINING THE MOMENTUM… IN HOMEBREWING
I found myself contemplating this issue’s theme one snowy February day in Moody Ales’ taproom. I got to thinking: I’ve been a home brewer for twenty years. Many people try it and give up far sooner. How have I done it this long, and how I can sustain my momentum for the next twenty years?
U-Brews: forgotten members of the BC craft beer community
As the craft beer revolution has exploded over the last 5 years, it has had a mixed effect on U-Brews. The surrounding creativity has inspired them to raise their game and learn new styles, but they have lost overall market share. But some key members of the BC brewing community got their start in U-Brews and fondly recall their time there.
What’s Brewing releases BC Craft Beer Holiday Gift Guide
What’s Brewing magazine of BC, Canada presents its 2nd Annual Craft Beer Holiday Gift Guide. Possibly the only only one of its kind anywhere, this booklet contains a comprehensive listing of beer-related gift shopping ideas in categories including Arts & Crafts, Touring & Tasting, Reading, Education, Bar & Brewing and more.
Canada’s New Homebrewers Association Has Launched
Vancouver has a vibrant homebrewing scene, a big part of which is the Vancouver Homebrewers Association.
That's All There Was!
That's All There Was!