Canada
Tin Whistle Brewing Co. Cherry Blossom Rice Lager
Clean and crisp, this rice lager draws a subtle sweetness from rice recovered after sake brewing. Floral and fruity hop notes add lift without obscuring the light grain character, leaving the palate refreshing and neatly balanced. Serve cold with sushi, tempura, grilled salmon, spring vegetables, chicken skewers, fresh goat cheese or gently spiced noodle dishes.
Mountainview Brewing Co. Cranberry Sauced Sour 473 mL
Light, effervescent and notably dry, this gently soured beer places vivid cranberry at the centre. Belgian yeast builds a softly fruity foundation, while elderflower adds a delicate floral lift through the finish. The result is bright and focused rather than sweet. Serve cold with goat cheese, roast turkey, charcuterie, winter salads, fried chicken or cranberry-glazed pork.
Steel & Oak Brewing Co. Easy Grapefruit Beer Spritz 473 mL
A light pilsner base provides a restrained malt foundation, while fresh grapefruit essence supplies the defining citrus lift. Bright and refreshing, the palate stays focused on uncomplicated fruit and lager character rather than weight or excess sweetness. Serve cold with fish tacos, grilled prawns, fresh salads, goat cheese, salty snacks or lightly spiced vegetable dishes.
Vancouver Island Brewing Sea Dog Amber Ale
Toasted caramel malt and fresh bread crust lead this smooth amber ale, with mild hop bitterness adding definition through the palate. A lightly roasted edge carries into a clean, dry finish, keeping the richer malt character composed and easy to drink. Serve cool with roast chicken, grilled sausages, burgers, smoked salmon, cheddar or mushroom dishes.
Lighthouse Brewing Mexican Chocolate Ale
Cocoa and caramel form a rich, rounded core, lifted by fragrant cinnamon and a subtle roasted-coffee note. Despite the dessert-like aromatics, the palate remains balanced and approachable, with the spice giving shape to the dark malt rather than overwhelming it. Serve cool with mole, braised beef, smoked pork, chocolate cake, cinnamon biscuits or aged cheddar.
Sidekick Brewing Queen Bee ALICE Honey Pilsner
Crisp and refreshing, this golden lager balances a clean European malt profile with the delicate sweetness of Chilliwack wildflower honey. The honey stays subtle rather than overt, lending a smooth, rounded accent while the finish remains light and composed. Serve cold with grilled chicken, fish tacos, bratwurst, soft cheeses, summer salads or lightly spiced vegetables.
Dageraad Brewing Amber Belgian Pale Ale 473 mL
Light malty sweetness and a generous bouquet of malt and stone fruit give this Belgian pale ale an inviting centre. A measured hop aroma provides balance, while lively carbonation carries the palate into a crisp finish. Flavourful without becoming heavy, it works especially well with curries, braised meats, barbecue, pub fare, aged cheese or roast poultry.
Vancouver Island Brewing Break Point Pilsner
Noble hops bring a clean aromatic lift, followed by gentle herbal bitterness and a clean, light malt backbone. The palate is crisp and direct, finishing dry without losing its grain-led centre. Refreshing and precise in a classic German-pilsner frame, it suits grilled fish, schnitzel, roast chicken, pretzels, mild cheeses or a plate of fresh oysters.
Container Brewing All Season Dry Nitro Stout
Chocolate and dark malt lead a compact, night-time profile, with vanilla adding a softer accent. The palate stays lighter and crisper than the colour suggests, while restrained bitterness and nitrogen dosing keep the stout easy and approachable through the finish. Serve cold with oysters, roast mushrooms, beef stew, aged cheddar, chocolate biscuits or vanilla ice cream.
Faculty Brewing Co. 165 Shower Beer Hazy Pale Ale
A broad basket of hop aroma leads this light, easy-drinking pale ale. Callista, Cashmere and Vic Secret bring the dry-hopped character, while the palate stays fresh and uncomplicated rather than weighty. Its lively, casual style makes it especially versatile at the table. Serve cold with fish tacos, grilled chicken, pizza, citrus salads, mild cheeses or lightly spiced vegetables.
Twin Sails Brewing Black Pearl Oyster Stout
Rich roasted malt forms the centre of this velvety stout, with oyster shells contributing subtle minerality and a delicate savoury depth. The palate remains creamy and composed, allowing the umami character to support rather than dominate the dark grain. Serve slightly cool with oysters, smoked salmon, roast mushrooms, beef stew, aged cheddar or a simple plate of fries.
Hoyne Brewing Company Among Giants West Coast IPA
Citrus and pine meet bright tropical fruit over a clean pale-malt base. Sticky spruce, pithy pomelo and pineapple jam build a vivid hop profile, while balanced bitterness keeps the fruit from feeling soft or diffuse. The finish stays focused and distinctly West Coast. Serve cold with burgers, grilled salmon, spicy tacos, sharp cheddar, roast chicken or barbecue.
Slow Hand Beer Company x Banda Volpi Italian Pilsner 473 mL
Sweet citrus and tart berries brighten a structured, dry base, with currant, woody herbs, black tea and gentle spice adding detail. Saphir hops keep bitterness restrained, while honeyed malt brings depth without excessive toastiness. Fresh and lively through the finish, it pairs naturally with salumi, pizza, grilled fish, roast chicken, olives or hard Italian cheeses.
Rewind Beer Co. Late Fees Helles Lager
Pale gold in the glass, this malt-forward lager carries a soft, lightly herbal hop note rather than overt bitterness. The palate stays classic and composed, with clean grain character leading into a refreshingly dry finish. Easy-moving but not anonymous, it suits roast chicken, bratwurst, pretzels, mild cheeses, fish and chips or simple grilled vegetables especially well.
Steel & Oak Brewing Co. Rye Lager
Amber-orange and lightly clouded, with fresh citrus and malt on the nose. A gentle honeyed sweetness meets rye spice through the palate, while lively carbonation keeps the fuller body moving. The result is refreshing, lightly sweet and distinctly grain-led through the finish. Serve cold with sausages, roast chicken, rye bread, aged cheddar, smoked fish or grilled vegetables.
Category 12 Brewing Critical Point Pale Ale
Citrus and tropical fruit rise from a crisp amber pour, with malt adding steady balance beneath the hops. Light caramel develops through the middle, followed by a piney bitterness that gives the finish a distinctly Northwest shape. Full-flavoured yet composed, it suits burgers, grilled sausages, barbecue, sharp cheddar, roast chicken or spice-rubbed vegetables with ease.
Parkside Brewery The Birds Barrel-Aged Maple and Coffee Stout
Dark maple syrup and freshly roasted espresso lead a deep, malt-rich profile. Ageing in single-malt whisky barrels adds warmth and structure, while the imperial stout base remains silky and smooth rather than cumbersome. Coffee, maple and barrel character meet in a long, measured finish. Serve slightly cool with chocolate cake, blue cheese, braised beef, tiramisu or roasted nuts.
Ravens Brewing Company Raspberry Fields Forever Hefeweizen
Fragrant raspberry gives this wheat beer a vivid, juicy centre, while the Hefeweizen base keeps the profile fresh and easy-moving. The fruit reads clearly without obscuring the grain, carrying into a clean, refreshing finish. Serve it cold with grilled chicken, soft goat cheese, spinach salad, berry-glazed pork, fresh fruit or a lightly sweet brunch dish.
Dry Goods Tropical New Zealand Hazy IPA Non-Alcoholic
Bright lime zest and ripe stone fruit lead into a soft, juicy haze, giving the palate vivid fruit without heaviness. Clean, balanced hop character holds the middle, then moves into a crisp, refreshing finish. Brewed in a New Zealand hazy-IPA style without alcohol, it suits tacos, grilled vegetables, citrus salads, fish and lightly spiced dishes.
Persephone Brewing Company Dry Irish Stout
Coffee-like aromatics open into freshly baked oatmeal cookie and toast, giving the dark malt profile both warmth and definition. A subtle bitterness keeps the palate dry, while nitrogenation lends a notably smooth, rounded texture through the finish. Serve cold with oysters, beef stew, roast mushrooms, aged cheddar, chocolate cake or a simple plate of toasted bread and butter.










