We proudly brew simple, balanced craft beers that can be to style, or of our own invention. We have 12 taps in our taproom AND on our rooftop patio so you can be sure you'll find something you like. Below is a list of the current beers on tap, we have lots of recipes in the mix so don't be surprised if there is something new and exciting thats not on our list!
ABV 5.5% IBU 16
This Lager has been engineered to be refreshing and smooth with a subtle maltiness. Enjoyed best after doing something awesome like a short hike or some gardening. Or maybe a long nap. Whatever just try the lager.
ABV 5.3% IBU 27
A red ale made with only Sasquatch hops. Soft floral and mint characteristics balanced by sweet caramel malts.
ABV 5.25% IBU 22
Dog's Ear Dark Lager is secretly a Munich Dunkel! Brewed with German lager yeast it is crispy, has a toasty aroma and chocolate finish. It's no secret that Dog's Ear is delicious!
ABV - 6.3% IBU - 71
A hoppy West Coast IPA created by adding hops continuously throughout the boil.
ABV 5.5% IBU 11
The 2022 Gold Medal Winning American Wheat Beer (Canada Beer cup)!! A subtle, refreshing American Wheat Beer brewed with sweet orange and coriander.
ABV 6.3% IBU 17
The 2021 Gold Medal Winning Belgian Pale Ale (Canadian Brewing Awards)!! This Belgian style beer is brewed with a ton of caramelized honey. Clove, bubble gum and slight banana flavours and aromas will bring you to the fields where honey is made! No bees were harmed while making this beer.
ABV 5.9% IBU
A amber ale brewed with crystal and caramel malts. This beer was first brewed in our garage while we were building the brewery and it made the cut to be on our permanent menu! Release the hounds!
ABV 4.6% 27IBU
A dark medium bodied oatmeal stout brewed with oats, chocolate malts and caramel malts. Chocolate and coffee aromas with a creamy smooth oat body and a little hop bitterness.
5% abv 50ibu
Classic and modern IPA styles intertwine with the use of chinook and sabro hops. Notes of pine, summer fruit and honey make this hazy little IPA big on flavour
5.1%abv 23ibu
A traditional style German Pilsner brewed with German hops and Pilsner malt. A bready backbone accompanied by spicy saaz hops.
5% abv IBU 24
Variant of Concern is a toasty crisp Vienna lager brewed with German hops. Slight bread crust notes pairs with the caramel from the malts perfectly.
5% abv 14ibu
Brewed in collaboration with the Bulldogs Hockey Team, this light lager has a light floral aroma, new world hops, a little rice and a light bread crusty malty backbone. Game On!
4.5%abv
In-house made seltzer made with real strawberry and mango juice! Ruff Waters is made from fermenting corn and sorghum, which are both gluten free, and then it is mixed with real juice to give a juicy, gluten free, true-to-flavour beverage that is low in sugar (less than 4%) and high in fun!
5.5% ABV 23 IBU
Our most recent Gold Medal winning beer! Technically a Blonde was awarded a gold medal at the Canada Beer Cup, 2022. It is a blonde ale brewed with a Kveik yeast. It’s light and balanced with notes of white wine grapes, passionfruit and gooseberries.
6.4% abv FRUITCAKE ALE
Have you ever had a strange turkey dinner tryptophan induced dream where you turned the perfect Christmas fruit cake into a beer? No? Yeah… Us neither…
Sleigh Hello To My Little Friend is exactly that! Plum, cherry, date and raisin flavours accompany the slightly boozy nose of this dark ale. A little gift bag of vanilla, a wrapped up box of orange peel and a stocking full of cinnamon. Contains lactose.Contains lactose.
5% abv
Do you know what an elderberry is? Neither did we until we made this beer. Elderberries are a sours, slightly earthy berry that accompanies sweet dark cherry in this sour ale. Light and refreshing. Does not contain lactose. Pouring from a 16oz can only.
We stock a variety premium hand crafted cider from Valley Cider Company out of Cowichan Valley. All are apple cider with a secondary treatment or fermentation.
Love Child - Sauv Blanc, Gewurtz and Pinot Noir skins rested with pre-fermented Malbec, blueberries and blackberries, then re-fermented with a second press of our estate apples. Think petillant rhubarb lemonade with a strawberry garnish.
Community In-Cider - Apples harvested by volunteer hands from Cowichan backyards & fields
Cider Noir - Aged on blackberry, black cherry and black grapes.
Rouge - Aged on Carmenere grape skins, hibiscus, beet and peppercorn.
Poiple - Aged on blueberries, lemon zest, pea blossoms and cinnamon.
Gingerella - Fresh ginger, cardomon and peppermint.
Ginnish - Juniper, angelica, coriander, lavender, hops, rosemary and citrus zests.
Bōn Dry - Absolutely zero sweetness.
Wait What? - Clean crisp off-dry.
Love Potion - Rose, lavender and damiana florals
Cidrus - Cider and citrus! Grapefruit, lemon and orange zests woven into this cider.
Blanco - Oaked! Aged with American oak elicts a delicately ambrosial tapestry of caramel and vanilla.
Afternoon Delight - Tannic late-harvest apples cofermented with blackcurrants, and aged for a year.
Bon Dry Summer - 12 months aged Bon Dry cider, + a touch of fresh ginger + a touch of fresh mango + cryo-concentrated quince juice = a delicious salute to the hazy hot days of late summer.
We stock premium hand crafted cocktails from Provincial Spirits out of Port Coquitlam.
Apricot, Lemon & Vodka Sour - Sour lemon and vodka kick up this citrus forward cocktail featuring fresh apricot juice. We had a hint of almond to bring balance to the final concoction
Wine is served by the half bottle. Each bottle is 375ml which is the equivalent to two 6oz glasses.
REDS
J. Lohr Cabernet Sauvignon, California, 13.5% abv, 2019 - $17
The 2019 J. Lohr Estates Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon is dense and dark at the core, with a brilliant garnet hue around the rim. Ripe fruit aromas of black cherry and currant are accented by notes of toasted pastry, hazelnut, and vanilla from our barrel aging program. Big, juicy red-fruit flavors infuse the palate while softly textured tannins lead to a long finish. Extra Dry.
Masi Campofiorin Red Blend, Italy, 13% abv, 2018 - $16
Deep ruby red colour; lifted, savory aromas of figs and spices; the palate is dry, medium-bodied with dominating flavours of dried fruit - figs, cherries, with a nice backbone of spice; medium tannins are supple and the finish is medium. Extra Dry.
WHITES
J. Lohr Chardonnay, California, 14% abv, 2020 - $17
The 2020 Riverstone Chardonnay exhibits youthful hues of light straw. The enticing aromas are reminiscent of ripe orange, peach, cocoa, and baking spices. The rich texture and balance on the palate from barrel aging sur lie offers flavors of ripe pear, apricot, citrus cream, hazelnut, and a hint of oak on the long finish. Dry.
Santa Margherita Pino Grigio, Italy, 12% abv, 2021, - $17
Vintages releases thousands of wines each year, and this is consistently a top seller. It put Pinot Grigio on the map with its refreshing quince, nuts, yellow pear and fresh pastry notes. Extra Dry.
We stock expertly crafted, ready to drink cocktails made in Vancouver. 5% abv
Moscow Mule made with real ginger Vodka
Phillips iOTA craft beers are brewed right here on the Island in our great capital city. they are low calorie and only contain 0.5% alcohol. The choice to drink non-alcoholic beer doesn't mean you have to sacrifice great craft brewed flavour or put the good times on hold. Celebrate all the times!!!!
1. Pale Ale - Alc/Vol: 0.5%, Calories: 70/Can, Carbs: 16g/Can
2. Hazy IPA - Alc/Vol: 0.5%, Calories: 75/Can, Carbs: 18g/Can
3. Pilsner - Alc/Vol: 0.5%, Calories: 70/Can, Carbs: 16g/Can
Sparkmouth Mocktails are 'Just Sweet Enough' for you to Find Your Spark! Three flavours to choose from: 80 calories & 20g sugar
1. Lime Margarita - The lime in this classic Mocktail imparts a citrusy aroma that complements our mix of tart lime & pure cane sugar. The combination is a perfectly balanced margarita with a SPARKMOUTH twist.
2. Moscow Mule - Inspired by the popular cocktail, this Mocktail has the perfect balance of crisp ginger and lime flavor, with just a touch of sweetness.
3. Mimosa - Not just for weekends anymore, this classic Mocktail is redefining what was once the perfect brunch cocktail. Tangy orange coupled with a no-alcohol; fruity sparkling wine make this the perfect anytime beverage.
We also sell Carbonated Spring Water, Sanpellegrino and a variety of rotating flavours of Modern soda (non-alcoholic cider). Ask your server for details
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