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Uorren’s Imperial Stout

By Warren Boyer

February 10, 2021

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.

Issue: Winter 2020-21

FALL 2019 COVER STORY: COQUITLAM’S MARINER BREWING

By Dave Smith

September 17, 2019

Our cover story features a cool little brewery in Coquitlam that you probably didn’t know much about, other than maybe a few of their beers. Turns out that there is an interesting story behind Mariner Brewing.

Issue: Fall 2019

Canada’s New Homebrewers Association Has Launched

By Lynn McIlwee

October 31, 2018

Vancouver has a vibrant homebrewing scene, a big part of which is the Vancouver Homebrewers Association.

Issue: Fall 2018

Spotlight: Vanbrewers

June 1, 2018

Homebrew clubs across Canada hold Beer Judge Certification Program (BJCP) sanctioned competitions, which are a great way for brewers to get feedback on their beers. Beers are assessed for their…

Issue: Summer 2018

The Brothers Doan: A Modern Folk Tale

By Dave Smith

April 3, 2018

The wall mural at Doan's Craft Brewing was inspired by German folklore. It's representative of the brewery's fairytale-like origin story. So what did it take to make this family dream come true?

Issue: Spring 2018

Hops Canary’s Holiday Craft Beer Gift Giving Tips

By Lynn McIlwee

November 30, 2017

What's Brewing recently published a first-ever BC Craft Beer Holiday Gift Guide, and columnist Lynn McIlwee was a heavy contributor to it. A master of creative ideas, she thought of…

Issue: Winter 2017-18

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