On this episode we sat down socially distant with Goldwin Chan head brewer of Taylight Brewing (Port Coquitlam) in the back of the brewery. Tune in for another on location special episode of Pacific Beer Chat. Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Carnell of Pacific Beer Chat Warren of Fraser Mills fermentation / Whats Brewing Magazine Jordan … Continue reading Episode 148 – Taylight Brewing On Location
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Episode 147 – Drinking Legally in the Park
On this episode we sad down in Gates Park in Port Coquitlam to enjoy the new pilot program that allows drinking in some parks. Join us as we try 4 brews from Bomber Brewing as well as one from Glutenberg out of Quebec. Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Warren of Fraser Mills fermentation / Whats Brewing … Continue reading Episode 147 – Drinking Legally in the Park
Episode 145 – Land & Sea Brewing
On this episode the crew sat down to a set of brews from Land & Sea Brewing out of Comox on Vancouver Island. Cheers to Cam for picking these up on a work trip. Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Cam of Pacific Beer Chat Warren of Fraser Mills fermentation / Whats Brewing Magazine Jordan of Pitt Craft … Continue reading Episode 145 – Land & Sea Brewing
Episode 144 – Another Beer Co.
In this episode we sit down with Alex and Clete at abc, (another beer co), to learn a bit about the companies origins and their first year in operation. We taste some of their current offerings, and get some good stories. Tune in for another on location special episode of Pacific Beer Chat. Podcaster Involved: … Continue reading Episode 144 – Another Beer Co.
Episode 143 – Ace Brewing
On this episode Pacific Beer Chat's crew sat down to a selection of beer from Ace Brewing out of Courtenay BC on Vancouver Island. Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Warren of Fraser Mills fermentation / Whats Brewing Magazine Carnell of Pacific Beer Chat Jordan of Pitt Craft Beer Dad Cam of Pacific Beer Chat Intro By Conundrum … Continue reading Episode 143 – Ace Brewing
Episode 142 – Fraser Mills Fermentation Co
On this episode we finally get to check out Warren's new Brewery Fraser Mills Fermentation. This is a brewery, cidery and at some point a meadery. Listen in to hear about their beer, cider and whats to come. Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Warren of Fraser Mills fermentation / Whats Brewing Magazine Carnell of Pacific Beer Chat … Continue reading Episode 142 – Fraser Mills Fermentation Co
Pacific Beer Chat – Pint Counterpint 3
This episode of Pint Counterpint Carnell and Dan discuss the topics what makes you pick up a beer? They also talk about beer slang and growlers. Podcasters Involved: Carnell of Pacific Beer Chat Dan of TMFDJ Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Episode 141 – Old Yale Regional IPA Mixer
On this episode the crew hooked up on Zoom to sample the Regional IPA Mixed pack from Old Yale Brewery. The mixer is part of their Trailblazer Series. Tune in to learn more. Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Warren of Fraser Mills fermentation / Whats Brewing Magazine Carnell of Pacific Beer Chat Jordan of Pitt Craft Beer … Continue reading Episode 141 – Old Yale Regional IPA Mixer
Pacific Beer Chat – Pint Counterpint 2
This episode of Pint Counterpint Carnell and Dan discuss 4 burning questions. What brewery is a Boomber Brewery? Who is the worst person in the brewery? What is the worst thing you hear in a brewery? Who is going to close? Podcasters Involved: Carnell of Pacific Beer Chat Dan of TMFDJ Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Episode 139 – COVID-19 Feat. Jorden Foss
The crew is back now on Zoom to discuss the ins and outs of the Covid-19 pandemic and how consumers can help keep local breweries and local businesses open during this crazy time. We had the pleasure of having Jorden Foss of Steel & Oak Brewing an Beer Life podcast on for this discussion. … Continue reading Episode 139 – COVID-19 Feat. Jorden Foss
Pacific Beer Chat – Pint Counterpint 1
This episode is the first in Carnell's side project Pine Counterpint. They talk about craft beer at sporting events and more. Podcasters Involved: Carnell of Pacific Beer Chat Dan of TMFDJ Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Episode 136 – Kamloops Beers
On this episode Mike shared a selection of beers from the city of Kamloops in the Thompson Valley of British Columbia. These included beers from Alchemy Brewing, Red Collar Brewing and Iron Road Brewing. Tune in and learn about the brews. Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Warren of Fraser Mills fermentation / Whats Brewing Magazine Jordan … Continue reading Episode 136 – Kamloops Beers
Episode 132 – Carnell’s North Van Adventure
On this episode Carnell took a brewery tour on the North Shore in North Vancouver. The tour hit up Streetcar Brewing, North Point Brewing and House of Funk. Podcaster Involved: Carnell of Pacific Beer Chat Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Episode 131 – Steve’s Selections
On this episode Steve brought a selection of beers he just wanted to try. Those included beer from Moody Ales, Bridge Brewing, Lighthouse Brewing, Modern Times and Twin Sails Brewing. Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Carnell of Pacific Beer Chat Steve of Pacific Beer Chat Warren of Fraser Mills fermentation / Whats Brewing Magazine Cam of Pacific Beer Chat … Continue reading Episode 131 – Steve’s Selections
Episode 130 – Persephone Brewing
On this episode we sat down to a selection of beers from Persephone Brewing out of Gibsons BC. The beers were Pink Guava Sour, Mocha Porter and their 2017 Barley Wine. Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Carnell of Pacific Beer Chat Steve of Pacific Beer Chat Warren of Fraser Mills fermentation / Whats Brewing Magazine Cam of Pacific Beer … Continue reading Episode 130 – Persephone Brewing
Episode 129 – A Decade of Change
On this episode Carnell talks about some of the breweries that have been most impactful around Metro Vancouver. The beers we discussed are Parallel 49 Brewing Ruby Trears, Dageraad Brewing Amber, Boombox Brewing Don't Call it a Comeback Double IPA and Field House Brewing Dark Sour. Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Carnell … Continue reading Episode 129 – A Decade of Change
Episode 128 – Homebrew, Ravens and White Sails
On this episode we sit down to a pair of home brew from Cam including a Pale Ale and a Bourbon oak aged Russian Imperial Stout as well as Ravens Brewing Birds Aren't Real Wild Farmhouse Ale and White Sails Brewing Barrel Aged Belgian Black. Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Carnell of Pacific … Continue reading Episode 128 – Homebrew, Ravens and White Sails
Episode 122 – Pumpkin Beers
On this episode the crew sits down to a selection of Pumpkin Beers. Tune in to find out what they thought. Podcaster Involved: Carnell of Breward Inlet Warren of Fraser Mills fermentation / Whats Brewing Magazing Banny of https://brewsbabesbanny.com/ Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Episode 121 – BC Beer Awards Recap
On this episode we continue to talk about the BC Beer awards. This episode they recap the awards and what their musings. Podcaster Involved: Carnell of Breward Inlet Warren of Fraser Mills fermentation / Whats Brewing Magazing Banny of https://brewsbabesbanny.com/ Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Episode 120 – BC Beer Awards
2019 was the 10th Anniversary of the BC Beer Awards. The event took place on October 19, 2019 at the Croatian Cultural Centre in Vancouver. Tune in to learn all about it. For the full winners list click here. Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Carnell of Breward Inlet Banny of https://brewsbabesbanny.com/ Intro By Conundrum … Continue reading Episode 120 – BC Beer Awards
Episode 119 – OTP Recut – Saisons and Pilsners
On this episode Cam brings back some content from his old show On Tap Podcast. So here is a little blast from the past about Saisons and Pilsners.Podcaster Involved:Cam H of Pacific Beer ChatIntro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Episode 118 – Wild Ambition Brewing
On this episode we sit down to a selection of beers from Wild Ambition Brewing out of Kelowna. We drank their Painted Caves Barrel Aged Dark Sour, A Single Branch Barrel aged red sour with Oyama grown balaton cherries and the Imaginal Phase a Rye Saison. We also had a treat from Pressure Drop … Continue reading Episode 118 – Wild Ambition Brewing
Episode 117 – Bench Brewing
On this episode we sit down to a trio of beers from Bench Brewing from Ontario soon to launch in British Columbia.Tune in to learn more about the brewery and beers. Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Carnell of Breward Inlet Banny of https://brewsbabesbanny.com/ Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Episode 116 – UK Beer Exchange
On this episode Mike shared 4 beer that he got in trade from a friend from the UK. The beers were from Campervan Brewery, Black Isle Brewing, Tempest Brewing and Buxton Brewery. Tune in to learn more about the brewery and beers. Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Cam H of Pacific Beer Chat … Continue reading Episode 116 – UK Beer Exchange
Schadenfreude Pumpkin Oktoberfest – Parallel 49 Brewing
From East Vancouver’s Parallel 49 Brewing comes their “Schadenfreude Pumpkin Oktoberfest". The beer pours a deep amber orange with an off white head. The aroma consists of malt, pumpkin, nutmeg, allspice, ginger and some sweetness. The flavour is of nutmeg, allspice, ginger, hint of dark fruit, lots of malt, mild bitterness and some sweetness in … Continue reading Schadenfreude Pumpkin Oktoberfest – Parallel 49 Brewing
Episode 115 – Iron Road Brewing
On this episode we sat down to a selection of beer from Iron Road Brewing out of Kamloops. Tune in to learn more about the brewery and beers. Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Warren of Fraser Mills fermentation / Whats Brewing Magazing Jason Armitage of Big Ridge Brewing Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Episode 113 – Big Ridge Brewing
On this episode we had the pleasure of sitting down with Jason Armitage head brewer of Big Ridge Brewing in Surrey.Tune in to learn more about the brewery and beers.Podcaster Involved:Mike G of Pacific Beer ChatWarren of Fraser Mills fermentation / Whats Brewing MagazineSteve H of Pacific Beer ChatJason Armitage of Big Ridge BrewingDave of What’s BrewingIntro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Episode 112 – Fruit Beer Fest 2019
On this episode Cam headed out to the new Fraser Valley beer festival Fruit Beer Fest 2019. Tune in to learn more about the brewery and beers Podcaster Involved: Cam H of Pacific Beer Chat Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Episode 111 – Ile Sauvage Brewing
On this episode we sit down to our first brews on the show from Victoria's Ile Sauvage Brewing a brewery that does mostly sour ales. Tune in to learn more about the brewery and beers Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Cam H of Pacific Beer Chat Chris of Dageraad Brewing Intro By Conundrum … Continue reading Episode 111 – Ile Sauvage Brewing
Episode 110 – Iron Road Brewing
Mike had the pleasure of heading up to Kamloops for work recently and he stopped into Iron Road Brewing to talk about their brewery. This is a short interview but we will be drinking some of their beer on a future episode. Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Episode 109 – Slackwater Brewing
On this episode we sat down to a trio of brews from Slackwater Brewing out of Penticton. Tune in to learn more about the brewery and beers Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Cam H of Pacific Beer Chat Chris of Dageraad Brewing Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Episode 108 – BC and Alberta Beer Share
On this episode while still in Nelson Mike had new friends Shawn and Kenzie from Alberta on the show. We shared our own local beers from Metro Vancouver and Calgary. Beers from Breweries including Field House Brewing (Collab with Steel & Oak Brewing), Cabin Brewing, Dageraad Brewing, Last Best Brewing, Field House Brewing, Railyard … Continue reading Episode 108 – BC and Alberta Beer Share
Episode 107 – Angry Hen Brewing
. On this episode I sat down with the owner head brewer Shirley Warne of Angry Hen Brewing in Kaslo BC. Tune in to learn more about the brewery and beers Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Episode 106 – Backroads Brewing
On this episode Mike sat down with Brent from Backroads Brewing in Nelson BC in the Kootenays. Backroads is up the hill and down the block from Torchlight Brewing form out last episode. Tune in to learn more about the brewery and beers Podcaster Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Sakari Guava Sour – FUGGLES & WARLOCK CRAFTWORKS
From Fuggles & Warlock Craftworks in Richmond comes there “Sakari Guava Sour". This kettle sour pours much like a New England IPA with a very cloudy orange with a white head. The aroma consists of guava, citrus, ripe fruit and tartness with a good sweetness in the finish. The flavour is of guava, lemon, ripe … Continue reading Sakari Guava Sour – FUGGLES & WARLOCK CRAFTWORKS
Episode 105 – Torchlight Brewing
On this episode Mike found himself in Nelson BC in the Kootenays camping and drinking beer. This episode he sat down with the owners of Torchlight Brewing as we discussed their beer and all other topics. Tune in to learn more about these beers. Podcasters Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Intro By Conundrum … Continue reading Episode 105 – Torchlight Brewing
Episode 104 – VCBW Live
[Embed]https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/18426422/download.mp3[/embed] On this episode Carnell and Banny spent the day out at Vancouver Craft Beer Weeks beer festival. Tune in to hear all about it. Podcasters Involved: Carnell of Breward Inlet Banny of https://brewsbabesbanny.com/ Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Episode 103 – Gladstone Brewing + John Mitchell Tribute
On this episode we dive into a selection of beer from Gladstone Brewing out of Courtney on Vancouver Island. We also have a few tributes to the late John Mitchell a legend in Canadian craft beer who passed away recently. Tune in to learn more about these beers. Podcasters Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer … Continue reading Episode 103 – Gladstone Brewing + John Mitchell Tribute
Prime Time – Bridge Brewing Company
From Bridge Brewing Company in North Vancouver comes their "Prime Time" a no compromise low calorie and low carb beer. The beer pours a golden colour with a white head. The aroma consists of citrus notes an lots of floral hops. The flavour is of citrus, mild citrus pith, low bitterness , grassiness and a … Continue reading Prime Time – Bridge Brewing Company
Episode 102 – Sookram’s Brewing Co and Viking Braggot Co
On this episode we sit down to a set of beer from the latest brewery out of Winnipeg Manitoba Sookram's Brewing. We also checked out a Braggot from Viking Braggot Co out of Oregon. Tune in to learn more about the beers and the braggot. Podcasters Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Warren of Fraser … Continue reading Episode 102 – Sookram’s Brewing Co and Viking Braggot Co
Sparkle and Shine Saison – SILVER VALLEY BREWING
From Silver Valley Brewing out of Maple Ridge comes their “Sparkle and Shine Saison". The beer pours a cloudy orange colour with a white head. The aroma consists of citrus, bubblegum, sweetness, grain and spices. The flavour is of grain, citrus, grapefruit pith, bubblegum, sweetness, spices and some resin in the finish. The alcohol content … Continue reading Sparkle and Shine Saison – SILVER VALLEY BREWING
Sunrise Sour Gose – COAL HARBOUR BREWING
From Coal Harbour Brewing in Vancouver comes their “Sunrise Sour Gose". The beer pours a murky deep orange with a quickly dissipating head. The aroma consists of lemon, citrsuy, funk, sweetness and some spices and salt in the end. The flavour is of tartness up front with lemon, puckering citrus, spices, bready malts and salt. … Continue reading Sunrise Sour Gose – COAL HARBOUR BREWING
Episode 101 – What’s Brewing Tasting Panel – What Gose ‘Round
This is our first official tasting panel episode with Whats Brewing Magazine in conjunction with Legacy Liquor Store in Vancouver. The magazine is a quarterly and each issue has a tasting panel that features a style of beer. Editor Dave Smith hooked up with us to do a podcast version of the tasting panel … Continue reading Episode 101 – What’s Brewing Tasting Panel – What Gose ‘Round
Episode 99 – VCBW Preview
On this episode Carnell gives a quick preview of what is to come at Vancouver Craft Beer Week. Pick up your tickets at the link below. https://vancouvercraftbeerweek.com/ Podcasters Involved: Carnell of Breward Inlet Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Money City Maniac: Dark Coffee Cerveza – SILVER VALLEY BREWING
From Silver Valley Brewing out of Maple Ridge comes their “Money City Maniac: Dark Coffee Cerveza". The beer pours a deep brown colour with a tan head. The aroma consists of coffee, caramel, mild roast and sweetness. the flavour is of caramel, toffee, coffee, mild bitterness, roasted malts, ash and some grainy finish. The alcohol … Continue reading Money City Maniac: Dark Coffee Cerveza – SILVER VALLEY BREWING
Tiny Umbrella Double IPA – COAL HARBOUR BREWING
From Coal Harbour Brewing in Vancouver comes their “Tiny Umbrella" a Pineapple and Passion Fruit Double IPA. The beer pours a murky orange with a white head. The aroma consists of vanilla, stone fruit, pineapple, passion fruit, mango and an overall sweet finish. The flavour is of vanilla, stone fruit, pineapple, passion fruit, mango, herbal … Continue reading Tiny Umbrella Double IPA – COAL HARBOUR BREWING
Episode 98 – Local Beer Showcase
On this episode Warren brought us a trio of brews from New Westminster and Port Moody. The beers came from Steel & Oak Brewing in Collaboration with Brassneck, Moody Ales and also a Moody Ales and Another Beer Company collaboration the Another Moody Triple IPA Skinny Jeans Edition. Tune in to learn more about … Continue reading Episode 98 – Local Beer Showcase
Black Days Black IPA – SILVER BREWING VALLEY
From Silver Valley Brewing out of Maple Ridge comes their "Black Days Black IPA". The beer pours a black colour with a brown head. The aroma consists of roasted malts, ash, hint of coffee and some floral notes. The flavour is of chocolate, roasted malts, earth, ash, bitterness and coffee. The alcohol content comes in … Continue reading Black Days Black IPA – SILVER BREWING VALLEY
Episode 97 – Central City Brewing and Distilling
For this episode we sat down to brews, pre-mixed cocktails and some gin and tonics from Central City Brewers & Distillers. Tune in to learn more about these beers. Podcasters Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Warren of Fraser Mills fermentation / Whats Brewing Magazine Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram
Episode 96 – Granville Island Brewing New Core
For this episode Carnell and Banny headed out to talk with Kevin the head brewer at Granville Island Brewing. They may be owned by Molson but they make some tasty beer. Tune in to learn more about this local brewery. Podcasters Involved: Carnell of Breward Inlet Banny of https://brewsbabesbanny.com/ Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, … Continue reading Episode 96 – Granville Island Brewing New Core
Dew Point Amarillo Farmhouse IPA – Wild Ambition Brewing
From Wild Ambition Brewing in Kelowna comes their "Dew Point Amarillo Farmhouse IPA". The beer pours a mildly cloudy orange colour with a white head. The aroma consists of tropical fruit, barnyard funk and wheat. The flavour is of tropical fruit, citrus, grapefruit pith, barnyard funk, saison like spices, resin, wheat and a mild bitterness. … Continue reading Dew Point Amarillo Farmhouse IPA – Wild Ambition Brewing
Episode 95 – Slackwater Brewing
When in Penticton for the Okanagan Fest-Of-Ale I was able to stop in to Slackwater Brewing. They expect to open early this summer. Tune in to learn more about what is to come from this exciting project. Podcasters Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Jason Van Rassel of Original Levity, Avenue Magazine Edmonton Intro … Continue reading Episode 95 – Slackwater Brewing
Episode 94 – Black Seas Collide (Silver Valley Brewing Collab)
Bonus Episode! A few weeks back we as Pacific Beer Chat headed out to Silver Valley Brewing to create our first ever commercial collaboration brew. Tune in here to hear about the brew day. The beer is now on tap at the brewery so head out to try the Black Seas Collide Gose a beer … Continue reading Episode 94 – Black Seas Collide (Silver Valley Brewing Collab)
Episode 93 – Okanagan Fest-Of-Ale 2019
It was that time of year again. I (Mike) headed back up to the Okanagan Fest-Of-Ale to partake in one of my favourite yearly beer festivals in the province. Once again I was a judge for the festival and once again I was able to record some audio with some of the newer breweries in … Continue reading Episode 93 – Okanagan Fest-Of-Ale 2019
Tennessee Bourbon Barrel Aged Imperial Milk Stout – BNA Brewing
From BNA Brewing in Kelowna comes their “Tennessee Bourbon Barrel Aged Imperial Milk Stout". The beer pours an opaque black colour with a brown head. The aroma consists of oak, bourbon, vanilla, chocolate, anise and an overall sweetness. The flavour is of bourbon, oak, vanilla, chocolate, anise, lactose, ash, some bitterness and a finish of … Continue reading Tennessee Bourbon Barrel Aged Imperial Milk Stout – BNA Brewing
Episode 92 – Pints From The ‘Peg
On this episode we sat down to 6 brews from Winnipeg Manitoba on that far Central Canada Pacific Coast lol. The breweries were Stone Angel Brewing, Devil May Care Brewing and Kilter Brewing. Tune in to learn more about these beers. Podcasters Involved: Mike G of Pacific Beer Chat Warren of Fraser Mills fermentation / … Continue reading Episode 92 – Pints From The ‘Peg
Dead of Night Galaxy IPA – BACKCOUNTRY BREWING
From Backcountry Brewing in Squamish comes their “Dead of Night Galaxy IPA". The beer pours a murky orange with a white head. The aroma consists of tropical fruit, some dankness and green hops. The flavour is of tropical fruit, mango, pineapple, orange juice, dank, green and herbal hops. The alcohol content comes in at 6.6% … Continue reading Dead of Night Galaxy IPA – BACKCOUNTRY BREWING
Dirty Blonde Ale – CENTRAL CITY BREWERS & DISTILLERS
From Central City Brewers & Distillers (Red Racer Brewing) in Surrey comes their “Dirty Blonde Ale". The beer pours a golden colour with a white head. The aroma consists of fruity citrus notes, grain and some sweetness in the finish. The flavour is of lemon, overall citrus, grain, biscuit, grassy hops and a little bite … Continue reading Dirty Blonde Ale – CENTRAL CITY BREWERS & DISTILLERS
Superfruit IPA for Autism – CENTRAL CITY BREWERS & DISTILLERS
From Central City Brewers & Distillers (Red Racer Brewing) in Surrey comes their “Superfruit IPA for Autism". Two dollars from every 6 pack goes to Autism research. The beer pours a murky deep orange with a white head. The aroma consists of fruity mango, pineapple, orange, citrus rind, pine and some caramel. The flavour is … Continue reading Superfruit IPA for Autism – CENTRAL CITY BREWERS & DISTILLERS
Murder City – Dageraad Brewing (2 CROWS BREWING)
From Dageraad Brewing out of Barnaby in Collaboration with 2 Crows Brewing out of Halifax comes a multi coast collaboration in "Murder City" a Norwegian farmhouse session ale dry-hopped with Citra and Motueka. The beer pours a cloudy yellow colour with a white head. The aroma consist of pith, farmhouse yeast, citrus and grain. The … Continue reading Murder City – Dageraad Brewing (2 CROWS BREWING)
Chainsaws For Hands – Town Square Brewing
From Town Square Brewing in Edmonton Alberta comes their "Chainsaws For Hands" a Rye & Ginger Sour. The beer pours a cloudy orange colour with a white head. The aroma consists of ginger, lemon, tartness rye spice and a sweet finish. The flavour is of lemon, ginger, tartness, grain, rye spice with a sweet finish. … Continue reading Chainsaws For Hands – Town Square Brewing
Episode 91 – Silver Valley Brewing Collab Day
On this episode we made out way out to Silver Valley Brewing in Maple Ridge for our first ever Collaboration Brew day. Our beer is going to be called Black Seas Collide and is going to be a Gose with black lime, rice and seaweed. Tune in to learn more about this brew day and … Continue reading Episode 91 – Silver Valley Brewing Collab Day
Battleship Double IPA – STEAMWORKS BREWING
From Steamworks Brewing in Burnaby BC comes their “Battleship Double IPA". The beer pours a slightly cloudy amber colour with an off white head. The aroma consists of tropical fruit, pineapple, tropical candies and a sweet sugary finish. The flavour is of tropical fruit, pineapple, mango, mango candy, grain, some mild resin, citrus pith and … Continue reading Battleship Double IPA – STEAMWORKS BREWING
India Pale Ale – Doan’s Craft Beer Co
From Doan's Craft Beer Co in Vancouver brewed out of Craft Collective Beerworks comes their "India Pale Ale". The beer pours a copper colour with a white head. The aroma consists of tropical, citrus, floral and sweet. The flavour is of pineapple, mango, citrus, resin, pine, mild bitterness and grain in the finish. The alcohol … Continue reading India Pale Ale – Doan’s Craft Beer Co
Lime Margarita Gose – CENTRAL CITY BREWERS & DISTILLERS
From Central City Brewers & Distillers (Red Racer Brewing) in Surrey comes their “Lime Margarita Gose". The beer pours a hazy orange colour with a white head. The aroma consists of salt, lime, general citrus and some grain. The flavour is of salt right up front with sour lime, generic citrus, hint of tequila with … Continue reading Lime Margarita Gose – CENTRAL CITY BREWERS & DISTILLERS
Episode 90 – Steel & Oak Brewing On Location
On this episode we dropped into the tasting room of Steel & Oak Brewing in New Westminster and sampled some of their brews. We also sat down with their head brewer Eric Moutal, Kevin Wood Brand Manager and Jay the Account Manager. Tune in to learn more about this great local brewery. Mike G of … Continue reading Episode 90 – Steel & Oak Brewing On Location
Boomerang 2 Double IPA – STEEL & OAK BREwing (Superflux Beer Company)
From New Westminster’s Steel & Oak Brewing in collaboration with Superflux Beer Company brewing comes their “Boomerang 2 Double IPA". The beer pours a murky orange colour with a white head. The aroma consists of tropical fruit, pine and herbal hops. The flavour is of Tropical fruits, mango, pineapple, cirrus rind, herbal hops, low bitterness … Continue reading Boomerang 2 Double IPA – STEEL & OAK BREwing (Superflux Beer Company)
Singularity Russian Imperial Stout 2019 – DRIFTWOOD BREWERY
From Driftwood Brewery out of Victoria BC comes their “Singularity Russian Imperial Stout 2019". The beer pours an opaque black with a brown head. The aroma consists of chocolate, roasted malts, toffee, sweetness and oak. The flavour is of oak, whiskey, chocolate, roasted malts, bitterness, resin, pine, leather and ash. The alcohol content comes in … Continue reading Singularity Russian Imperial Stout 2019 – DRIFTWOOD BREWERY
CANADIAN HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMP – TWIN SAILS BREWING (Boombox Brewing)
From Twin Sails Brewing in Port Moody in Collaboration with Boombox Brewing comes their “CANADIAN HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMP" a Maple Bourbon Barrel Aged Imperial Stout. The beer pours a inky black colour with a brown head. The aroma consists of oak, vanilla, bourbon, maple syrup, sweetness, chocolate and toffee. The flavour is of oak, milk chocolate, … Continue reading CANADIAN HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMP – TWIN SAILS BREWING (Boombox Brewing)
Episode 89 – BC Beer Wars Update with Steve
On this episode Steve gives us an update on his BC Beer War training and samples our sponsor Vancouver Island Brewing's latest beer the Nanaimo Bar Imperial Porter. Tune in to learn more about the beer. Click the link here to purchase your tickets for BC Beer Wars and help steve with his goals. BC … Continue reading Episode 89 – BC Beer Wars Update with Steve
Vexillum Imperial IPA – FOUR WINDS BREWING
From Four Winds Brewing in Delta comes their “Vexillum Imperial IPA" part of their Zephyrus series. The beer pours a lightly cloudy orange with a white head. The aroma consists of tropical fruit, mango, pineapple, grapefruit, grain and floral hops. The flavour is of tropical fruits like mango and pineapple juice, citrus pith, grapefruit, melon, … Continue reading Vexillum Imperial IPA – FOUR WINDS BREWING
Episode 88 – Sea To Sky Beer Guy the Boxer
This episode we sit down with Malcolm also known as Sea To Sky Beer Guy to talk about his journey training for BC Beer Wars. We also drank beer from his sponsor Backcountry Brewing out of Squamish. The beers we drank included Your Mom Goes To College Kettle Sour, Don't Call Me Shirley Simcoe IPA, … Continue reading Episode 88 – Sea To Sky Beer Guy the Boxer
Everything Zen Dry Hopped Sour – SILVER VALLEY BREWING
From Silver Valley Brewing out of Maple Ridge comes their “Everything Zen Dry Hopped Sour". The beer pours a yellow gold colour with a white head. The aroma consists of citrus, lemon drops, sweetness and some tartness on the nose. The flavour is of tartness, lemon, more general citrus, hint of grain with a mild … Continue reading Everything Zen Dry Hopped Sour – SILVER VALLEY BREWING
Episode 87 – The Atlanta Imperial March
We head back to Atlanta via Mike's cellar and hit up 5 big Imperial brews including 4 Imperial Stouts and one Old Ale. Here is the amazing list of brews. Atlanta Brewing Post-bel-lum, New Realm Brewing Imperial Oaxaca Choca Mexican Chocolate Stout, Orpheous Brewing The Ferryman Imperial Stout, Monday Night Garage Last Will and Testament … Continue reading Episode 87 – The Atlanta Imperial March
Finback IPA – Finback Brewery
From Finback Brewery out of Queens New York comes their "Finback IPA". The beer pours a hazy orange colour with a white head. The aroma consists of tropical fruits, stone fruit, sweetness and floral hops. The flavour is of tropical fruits, pineapple, mango, stone fruit, candied fruit, grain, herbal hops and a low bitterness. The … Continue reading Finback IPA – Finback Brewery
Wine in a Treewell Belgian Ale – CENTRAL CITY BREWERS & DISTILLERS
From Central City Brewers & Distillers (Red Racer Brewing) in Surrey comes their “Wine in a Treewell Belgian Ale”. This beer was Day 13 in the collaboration Alpine Adventure Pack a Christmas calendar between Central City Brewers & Distillers and Parallel 49 Brewing. The beer pours an orange colour with a white head. The aroma … Continue reading Wine in a Treewell Belgian Ale – CENTRAL CITY BREWERS & DISTILLERS
Dinger Dave Dry Hopped Saison – Northwest Hop Farms
From Northwest Hop Farms brewed out of Dead Frog Brewery comes their "Dinger Dave Dry Hopped Saison". The saison pours a deep orange amber colour with a white head. The aroma consists of tropical fruits, saison spice, grain and a sweetness. The flavour is of saison spices, resin, mild tropical fruit, pith, grain and a … Continue reading Dinger Dave Dry Hopped Saison – Northwest Hop Farms
Frondosa Double IPA – ANDINA BREWING COMPANY
From Andina Brewing Company in Vancouver comes their “Frondosa Double IPA". The beer pours a mildly cloudy orange colour with a white head. The aroma consists of tropical fruit, stone fruit, sweetness, with herbal and floral hops. The flavour is of tropical fruit, stone fruit, dankness, resin, herbal hops and a medium bitterness. The alcohol … Continue reading Frondosa Double IPA – ANDINA BREWING COMPANY
Episode 86 – Hopwired Festival 2019
On February 23rd we attended the second annual Hopwired Festival that was hosted at the Croatian Cultural Center in Vancouver. Hopwired is a craft beer and coffee fusion festival and was a blast! The team that put it on killed it once again and I am glad to see that it will be back for … Continue reading Episode 86 – Hopwired Festival 2019
Nitro White Stout – STEAMWORKS BREWING
From Steamworks Brewing in Burnaby BC comes their “Nitro White Stout" with Coffee and Cacao. The beer pours a cloudy orange colour with a creamy white head that cascades with the nitro. This beer is to be poured right upside down so that the nitro can be activated as it is in solution. The aroma … Continue reading Nitro White Stout – STEAMWORKS BREWING
Episode 85 – Fresh Brews From Atlanta
On this episode of Pacific Beer Chat we sat down to a handful of beer from Atlanta Georgia that Mike brought back from a holiday. This episode covered beers that needed to be consumed fresh. The beers that we drank included from Scofflaw Brewing Dirty Beaches Wheat Ale, POG Basement IPA, Torched Hop Brewing Hazed … Continue reading Episode 85 – Fresh Brews From Atlanta
The Highway Lager – SILVER VALLEY BREWING
From Silver Valley Brewing out of Maple Ridge comes their “The Highway Lager". The beer pours a golden colour straw colour with a white head. The aroma consists of citrus, grain, sweetness and floral hops. The flavour is of grain, grassy hops, citrus, mild herbal notes and a very low bitterness. The alcohol content comes … Continue reading The Highway Lager – SILVER VALLEY BREWING
Refuge Arizona IPA – Arizona Wilderness Brewing
From Arizona Wilderness Brewing in Gilbert Arizona comes their “Refuge Arizona IPA". The beer pours a cloudy orange colour with an off white head. The aroma consists of stone fruit, tropical fruit, pine and sweetness. The flavour is of stone fruit, pineapple, citrus, sweetness, pine, some resin and pith an a low bitterness in the … Continue reading Refuge Arizona IPA – Arizona Wilderness Brewing
Pálida Pale Ale – ANDINA BREWING COMPANY
From Andina Brewing Company in Vancouver comes their “Pálida Pale Ale". The beer pours a mildly cloudy orange with a white head. The aroma consists of mild citrus and tropical notes, floral hops, semi sweet notes. The flavour is of herbal and earthy hops up front with citrus and tropical next moving into some citrus … Continue reading Pálida Pale Ale – ANDINA BREWING COMPANY
Episode 84 – Tin Whistle Brewing Beers
On this episode we sat down to a pair of new releases from Tin Whistle Brewing in Penticton. The beers were the Twisted Hazy Pink Guava Pale Ale and the Wasted Grape Gewurztraminer Saison. Tune in to learn more about the beer. Podcasters Involved: Mike G of http://www.pacificbeerchat.com Steve H of http://www.pacificbeerchat.com Carnell of http://brewardinlet.com/ … Continue reading Episode 84 – Tin Whistle Brewing Beers
Wasted Grape Gewurztraminer Saison – TIN WHISTLE BREWING
From Penticton BC’s Tin Whistle Brewing in collaboration with Wild Goose Vineyards comes their "Wasted Grape Gewürztraminer Saison". The beer poured a copper colour with a white head. The aroma consists of wine notes from the Gewurztraminer grapes, spices and stone fruits. The flavour is of wine grapes, lemon, stone fruit, spices, grains and a mild … Continue reading Wasted Grape Gewurztraminer Saison – TIN WHISTLE BREWING
Dark Necessities Mocha Stout – SILVER VALLEY BREWING
From Silver Valley Brewing out of Maple Ridge comes their “Dark Necessities Mocha Stout". The beer pours a deep black colour with a brown head. The aroma consists of coffee, roasted malts, chocolate, and a semi sweet finish. The flavour is of roasted malts, caramel, earth, chocolate, burnt coffee and bitterness. The alcohol content comes … Continue reading Dark Necessities Mocha Stout – SILVER VALLEY BREWING
Hazy Pale Ale – STEAMWORKS BREWING
From Steamworks Brewing in Burnaby BC comes their “Hazy Pale Ale". The beer pours a hazy orange colour with a white head. The aroma consists of floral hops, stone fruit and an overall fruity note. The flavour is of herbal and green hops, stone fruit, citrus, mild pith, and low bitterness. This one has less … Continue reading Hazy Pale Ale – STEAMWORKS BREWING
Episode 83 – Torque Brewing 6 Pack
On this episode we sit down to 6 beer from Winnipeg's Torque Brewing. There is no hiding the fact that we at Pacific Beer Chat like their beer and they sent us these beer to try. Tune in to learn more about the beer. Podcasters Involved: Mike G of http://www.pacificbeerchat.com Steve H of http://www.pacificbeerchat.com Carnell … Continue reading Episode 83 – Torque Brewing 6 Pack
Barrel Aged Baltic Porter – Fernie Brewing
From Fernie BC’s Fernie Brewing comes their “Barrel Aged Baltic Porter" a beer Aged in El Dorado Rum Barrels. The beer pours a deep opaque black with a brown head. The aroma consists of huge rum notes, chocolate, sweetness, toffee and brown sugar. The flavour is of rum, oak, dark fruits, chocolate, roasted malts with boozy notes … Continue reading Barrel Aged Baltic Porter – Fernie Brewing
Thrift Shop Dry Hopped Malt Liquor – SILVER VALLEY BREWING
From Silver Valley Brewing out of Maple Ridge comes their “Thrift Shop Dry Hopped Malt Liquor". The beer pours a semi dark orange with a white head. The aroma consists of orange citrus sweetness a hint of grain and just an overall pleasant fruity aroma. The flavour is of oranges, orange peel and pith, some … Continue reading Thrift Shop Dry Hopped Malt Liquor – SILVER VALLEY BREWING
Summit Speakeasy Old Fashioned Extra Pale Ale – CENTRAL CITY BREWERS & DISTILLERS
From Central City Brewers & Distillers (Red Racer Brewing) in Surrey comes a comparison between their "Summit Speakeasy Old Fashioned Extra Pale Ale" and their "After Hours Pale Ale". Both beer were versions of an Old Fashioned beer the first being from their collaboration Alpine Adventure Pack a Christmas calendar between Central City Brewers & … Continue reading Summit Speakeasy Old Fashioned Extra Pale Ale – CENTRAL CITY BREWERS & DISTILLERS
Twisted Hazy Pink Guava Pale Ale – Tin Whistle Brewing
From Penticton BC’s Tin Whistle Brewing comes their “Twisted Hazy Pink Guava Pale Ale". The beer pours a very mild hazy golden colour with a white head. The aroma consists of guava, tropical fruits, sweetness and some floral hops. The flavour is of guava, tropical fruit, semi sweet notes, resin, herbal and grassy hops with … Continue reading Twisted Hazy Pink Guava Pale Ale – Tin Whistle Brewing
Episode 82 – Vancouver Island Brewing and Beer Wars
On this episode we sit down with a handful of beer from Vancouver Island Brewing Steve's sponsor for Beer Wars. Beer Wars raises money for Eastside Boxing and their amazing programs. Here is a link to the event we are cohosting with Vancouver Island Brewing - Click Here Here is the link to Steve's fundraiser … Continue reading Episode 82 – Vancouver Island Brewing and Beer Wars
Episode 81 – The Dreaded Lager Challenge
On this episode we put a selection of lagers head to head in a blind tating. That included craft lagers, macro and Euro lagers. Fund out what ones we like the most. Podcasters Involved: Mike G of http://www.pacificbeerchat.com Carnell of http://brewardinlet.com/ Banny of https://brewsbabesbanny.com/ Dan of TMFDJ Intro By Conundrum – Website, Facebook, Instagram Hopped … Continue reading Episode 81 – The Dreaded Lager Challenge
Transmigration of Souls Double IPA – Orpheus Brewing
From Orpheus Brewing in Atlanta Georgia comes their "Transmigration of Souls Double IPA". The beer poured a cloudy orange colour with a white head. The aroma consists of tropical fruit, pineapple, mango with some sweetness. The flavour is of tropical fruits like mango and pineapple, citrus, candied fruit, sweetness, some grain, maybe some pine and … Continue reading Transmigration of Souls Double IPA – Orpheus Brewing
Episode 80 – Port Moody Beer
On this episode we sit down to beer from Brewers Row in Port Moody including from Twin Sails, Parkside Brewery and Moody Ales. We also discuss Yellow Dog Brewing and the upcoming Bakery Artisan Brewery. Podcasters Involved: Mike G of http://www.pacificbeerchat.com Carnell of http://brewardinlet.com/ Banny of https://brewsbabesbanny.com/ Dan of TMFDJ Intro By Conundrum – Website, … Continue reading Episode 80 – Port Moody Beer
Superfruit IPA – CENTRAL CITY BREWERS & DISTILLERS
From Central City Brewers & Distillers (Red Racer Brewing) in Surrey comes their “Superfruit IPA" a beer with mango and passion fruit. The beer pours a cloudy orange with an off white head. The aroma consists of mango, passion fruit, sweetness and floral hops. The flavour is of grain, resin, pine, mild bitterness, mango, passion … Continue reading Superfruit IPA – CENTRAL CITY BREWERS & DISTILLERS
Checkmate Baltic Porter – Northpaw Brew Co
From Northpaw Brew Co out of Port Coquitlam comes their new "Checkmate Baltic Porter". The beer pours a deep brown colour with a brown head. The aroma consist of sweet toffee, roasted malts and chocolate. The flavour is of roasted malts, ash, coffee, toffee, chocolate, resin, pine and some bitterness. The alcohol conetent comes in … Continue reading Checkmate Baltic Porter – Northpaw Brew Co
Episode 79 – Coquitlam and PoCo beer
On this episode we feature Coquitlam's Mariner Brewing as well as Port Coquitlam's Taylight Brewing and Northpaw Brewing. The beer we discuss are all current brews that the breweries wanted us to share our opinions on. Podcasters Involved: Mike G of http://www.pacificbeerchat.com Carnell of http://brewardinlet.com/ Banny of https://brewsbabesbanny.com/ Dan of TMFDJ Intro By Conundrum – … Continue reading Episode 79 – Coquitlam and PoCo beer
Frozen Ghost American Barley Wine – CENTRAL CITY BREWERS & DISTILLERS
From Central City Brewers & Distillers (Red Racer Brewing) in Surrey comes their “Frozen Ghost American Barley Wine”. This beer was Day 11 in the collaboration Alpine Adventure Pack a Christmas calendar between Central City Brewers & Distillers and Parallel 49 Brewing. The beer pours a deep copper colour with a small tan head. The … Continue reading Frozen Ghost American Barley Wine – CENTRAL CITY BREWERS & DISTILLERS
Episode 78 – Happy New Years 2019
For New Years Eve we had Kevin Singh or the Beerd Show and Graham With head brewer of Parallel 49 Brewing on as guests for a bottle share. Take a listen to hear what we thought about Temporal Artisan Ales brews including Mirror Symmetry, Infinite Possibilities and Apparent Horizon. We also tried the Old Abbey … Continue reading Episode 78 – Happy New Years 2019
Idiot Strings Cranberry Chili Session Ale – CENTRAL CITY BREWERS & DISTILLERS
From Central City Brewers & Distillers (Red Racer Brewing) in Surrey comes their “Idiot Strings Cranberry Chili Session Ale". This beer containing containing Orange Liquor was Day 5 in the collaboration Alpine Adventure Pack a Christmas calendar between Central City Brewers & Distillers and Parallel 49 Brewing. The beer pours a reddish amber colour with … Continue reading Idiot Strings Cranberry Chili Session Ale – CENTRAL CITY BREWERS & DISTILLERS
Double Barrel Death Blow Barley Wine – Twin Sails Brewing
From Twin Sails Brewing in Port Moody comes their "Double Barrel Death Blow Barley Wine" a beer aged in both Bourbon and Port Barrels. The beer pours a deep reddish brown colour with a tan head. The aroma consists of oak barrel, port, bourbon, vanilla, sweetness, dark fruits and cherries. The flavour is of dark … Continue reading Double Barrel Death Blow Barley Wine – Twin Sails Brewing
Episode 77 – Skyrocketing ABV Fun
When your Trio of beer starts at 11% ABV you know you are in for a wild ride. This episode we sat down to two beer from De Struise out of Belgium and one from Anchorage Brewing out of Anchorage Alaska. The beers were St Amatus Vintage 2013, Black Albert 2015 Vintage and the Time … Continue reading Episode 77 – Skyrocketing ABV Fun
Episode 76 – Beats By Steve and Other Sour Brews
On this episode we sat down to a trio of beer from Old Abbey Ales out of Abbotsford. The beers were Beats By Steve, Chip off the Old Block and the Sour Raspberry. All three beer were sour ales. Tune in to learn more about the beer. Podcasters Involved: Mike G of http://www.pacificbeerchat.com Steve H … Continue reading Episode 76 – Beats By Steve and Other Sour Brews
Depth Charge Oak Aged Whiskey Doppelbock – Lighthouse Brewing
From Victoria’s Lighthouse Brewing comes their “Depth Charge Oak Aged Whiskey Doppelbock". Last year the Depth Charge was a Cognac aged Belgain Quad and I am sure it will change again. The beer pours a chestnut brown with a beige head. The aroma consists of dark fruit, nutty, whiskey, vanilla, oak, caramel and sweetness. The flavour … Continue reading Depth Charge Oak Aged Whiskey Doppelbock – Lighthouse Brewing
Viognier Farmhouse – FIELD HOUSE BREWING
From Field House Brewing in Abbotsford comes their “Viognier Farmhouse" a beer with wine grapes. The beer pours an orange colour with a small white head that dissapears quickly. The aroma consists of wine, citrus, stone fruit, saison spice and sweetness. The flavour is of wine, tangerine, stone fruits, sweetness, mild tartness, sasion spiciness and … Continue reading Viognier Farmhouse – FIELD HOUSE BREWING
Double Coat Double IPA – Luppolo Brewing
From Luppolo Brewing in East Vancouver comes their “Double Coat Double IPA". The beer pours a mildly cloudy orange colour with a white head. The aroma consists of tropical fruit, pineapple, mango and sweetness. The flavour is of pineapple, mango, sweetness, candied fruit, mild resin, some malts, low bitterness and some mild alcohol. The alcohol … Continue reading Double Coat Double IPA – Luppolo Brewing
Episode 75 – East Van Beer Trio
On this episode we sat down to a trio of beer from East Vancouver including two from Andina Brewing that included Mapalé Milk Stout and Brumosa Hazy IPA. We also had the Strathcona Beer Company second anniversary Head Banger Triple IPA. Tune in to learn more about the beer. Podcasters Involved: Mike G of http://www.pacificbeerchat.com … Continue reading Episode 75 – East Van Beer Trio
Secret Track Hazy German Pale Ale – COAL HARBOUR BREWING
From Coal Harbour Brewing in Vancouver in collaboration with Doans Craft Brewing and Bright Eye Brewing comes their “Secret Track Hazy German Pale Ale". The beer pours a deep murky orange with an off white head. The aroma consists of fruity citrus hops notes with some herbal notes and a juicy hop finish. The flavour … Continue reading Secret Track Hazy German Pale Ale – COAL HARBOUR BREWING
Toto Darkness Black Lager – BOMBER BREWING
From Bomber Brewing in East Vancouver comes their “Toto Darkness Black Lager". This beer has been released in conjunction with Theatre Replacement's production of East Van Panto: The Wizard of OZ. The beer pours a deep black colour with a brown head. The aroma consists of roasted malts, chocolate and sweetness. The flavour is of … Continue reading Toto Darkness Black Lager – BOMBER BREWING
