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Stratus Vineyards Debuts Canadian Artist Labels on Limited Edition Sparkling Wine
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Stratus Vineyards Debuts Canadian Artist Labels on Limited Edition Sparkling Wine

December 5, 2020 Terry Bunch

Stratus Vineyards marks the launch of their first-ever méthode traditionelle sparkling wines with the creation of a very limited collection, labelled with unique Canadian works of art. The six-bottle wooden case includes both a Blanc de Blancs and Brut Nature made from 100% estate-grown Chardonnay. With only 40 boxes available, allocations will be selected by lottery. Five celebrated artists from across Canada were invited to submit…

Ontario’s first craft brewery introduces most Canadian beer ever?
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Ontario’s first craft brewery introduces most Canadian beer ever?

November 21, 2020 Terry Bunch

While Canadian content may be easier to measure in radio and television than in craft beer, Waterloo Brewing’s Maple Spiced Pecan Old Ale has to be a frontrunner for the Most Canadian Beer Ever. HIGHLIGHTS:  Waterloo Maple Spiced Pecan Old Ale joins the brewery’s long-running series of seasonal small-batch beers. At 5.5% alc./vol., the maple-flavoured brew is characterized by…

MOD Beverage Inc. acquires TBA Beverage (Craft Collective Beerworks and Factory Brewing) assets
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MOD Beverage Inc. acquires TBA Beverage (Craft Collective Beerworks and Factory Brewing) assets

October 26, 2020 Terry Bunch

Multi-brand beverage start-up MOD Beverage Inc. has acquired assets from the now-defunct TBA Beverage (formerly known as Craft Collective Beerworks and Factory Brewing). These assets include beer brands Spectrum Beer, Haus Lager, Phantom Beer and the Canadian operations of Seattle-based Odin Brewing, as well as the brewing facility at 1575 Vernon Drive, Vancouver, B.C. While MOD will retain…

Forty Creek Distilling Welcomes Two Limited Releases: Three Grain and Resolve
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Forty Creek Distilling Welcomes Two Limited Releases: Three Grain and Resolve

October 19, 2020 Terry Bunch

Forty Creek is excited to announce the addition of two exclusive whiskey releases: Three Grain and Resolve. Recently named winner of “Canada Whiskey Distillery of the Year” at the New York International Spirits Competition, Forty Creek expands their existing portfolio with these two very limited innovations to provide whiskey connoisseurs with bold, flavourful taste profiles…

À l’abri de la tempête microbrewery in Quebec benefits tourism
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À l’abri de la tempête microbrewery in Quebec benefits tourism

January 14, 2020 Terry Bunch

The Îles-de-la-Madeleine community will benefit from an enhanced tourism offering through projects by the À l’abri de la tempête microbrewery, Le Verger Poméloi and Pâtisserie Hélène des Îles. In addition to diversifying and consolidating the regional economy, these projects will help strengthen its position in the agri-tourism sector. Innovative, booming businesses The two managers of…

Unibroue Teams Up with Megadeth again for Launch of SAISON 13
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Unibroue Teams Up with Megadeth again for Launch of SAISON 13

September 14, 2019 Terry Bunch

Unibroue has announced the release of SAISON 13 a Belgian-style Saison with spices brewed in collaboration with the world-famous metal band Megadeth. The release marks the second beer collaboration between Unibroue and Megadeth, following the widely acclaimed À TOUT LE MONDE “session” Saison. SAISON 13 is a nod to Megadeth’s album TH1RT3EN launched in 2011 that was inspired by frontman…

Canadians invited to raise a glass for Canadian Beer Day
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Canadians invited to raise a glass for Canadian Beer Day

August 7, 2019 Terry Bunch

In the true north, there are days dedicated to maple syrup, curling, and the noble beaver. But there’s never been a national day to annually celebrate one of Canada’s favourite products: beer. That ends today as Beer Canada is officially declaring the Wednesday before Thanksgiving: Canadian Beer Day.  On October 9, the inaugural Canadian Beer Day will feature celebrations — big…

Pit Caribou brewery in Quebec acquired with $3.4 million in financing
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Pit Caribou brewery in Quebec acquired with $3.4 million in financing

July 10, 2019 Terry Bunch

BDC Capital’s Growth & Transition Capital division and Desjardins Capital have partnered to provide, in equal parts, $3.4 million in financing to Vincent Coderre and Jean‑François Nellis, two dynamic entrepreneurs from the Chaleur Bay region, to enable them to acquire the Pit Caribou microbrewery in L’Anse‑à‑Beaufils in Gaspésie. This non‑dilutive financing includes flexible repayment terms adapted to this type of…

Big Rock Brewery Announces Significant Cost-Cutting Measures Due To Tax Increases
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Big Rock Brewery Announces Significant Cost-Cutting Measures Due To Tax Increases

May 29, 2019 Terry Bunch

Big Rock Brewery Inc. (TSX: BR) (“Big Rock” or the “Corporation“), today announced it has undertaken significant cost-cutting measures, including reductions to the Corporation’s workforce, in response to the persisting regulatory environment for brewers of its size in Alberta. The 104% increase in the net Alberta beer mark-up (provincial tax) imposed on Big Rock by the previous Government of Alberta in…

Canada acts to eliminate barriers to interprovincial trade in alcohol
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Canada acts to eliminate barriers to interprovincial trade in alcohol

April 10, 2019 Terry Bunch

Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental and Northern Affairs and Internal Trade, highlighted plans to eliminate the only remaining federal barrier to trade in alcoholic beverages within Canada, taking the first step to give Canadians better access to Canadian products without restrictions. The Government of Canada is taking a leading role in promoting trade within Canada, including…

Big Rock Brewery Announces Brand Licensing Agreement with Iconic Brewing
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Big Rock Brewery Announces Brand Licensing Agreement with Iconic Brewing

April 4, 2019 Terry Bunch

Big Rock Brewery Inc. (TSX: BR) (“Big Rock” or the “Company“) today announced that it has entered into a license agreement, pursuant to which it has licensed the right to Iconic Brewing Company’s (“Iconic“) brands in the ready-to-drink (“RTD“) category in Alberta and British Columbia (“BC“). The initial term of the agreement is five years, with the provision for a…

Ontario Craft Brewers Launches “Great Beer. Better Access.” Campaign
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Ontario Craft Brewers Launches “Great Beer. Better Access.” Campaign

January 28, 2019 Terry Bunch

Ontario Craft Brewers (OCB), the voice of craft brewing in Ontario, today launched its Great Beer. Better Access. campaign. The provincial government is currently consulting on potential changes to the alcohol retail landscape in Ontario, for which the OCB applauds the government. The goal of the OCB’s campaign is to encourage craft beer lovers to participate in that consultation and help…