Winter is for sipping cold beers after the slopes! We've asked Chris, our resident beer expert, for their top picks as we slide into February. If you're kicking back by the fire or unwinding after a day on the mountain, we’ve got the perfect beers to keep you cozy—whether you're craving something crisp and refreshing or rich and indulgent!
YYC Fav:
Annex Ales Subtle Type Japanese Rice Lager
Crispy, Zesty, Refreshing
Annex Ales has perfected the art of the rice lager with this crispy, crushable brew. Using a step mash technique and three types of rice, it’s a fresh, zesty lager that pairs perfectly with game day, bar snacks, or simply pondering your love of beer!
$18.50
+tax/deposit
YEG Fav:
Polyrythm Snare Buzz NEIPA
Exciting, Tropical, Buzzy
Dry hopped with Sultana, Citra, and Mosaic hops, this beer vibrates with big tropical lushness and beachy daydreams. Tons of pineapple and guava on the palate give lift and body to this hoppy crusher. Pairs well with summer vacation plans, Love Island, and complaining that we live somewhere where the air hurts our face 3/4 of the year.
$18.53
+tax/deposit
Canadian Fav:
Pile O'Bones Vienna Lager
Malty, Fulfilling, Toasty
New to the Alberta beer scene, Pile O' Bones from Regina hits the ball out of the park with their rockstar lineup and super affordable prices. The newest child, their Vienna Lager, is malty and rich while still being refreshing and beautiful. Pairs well with burgers, book clubs, and evening constitutionals.
$16.09
+tax/deposit
International Fav:
Traquair House Scotch Ale
Rich, Pudding, Barrel Realness!
Brewed since 1964 at Scotland’s oldest inhabited house, this traditional Scotch Ale delivers deep, rich flavours with a touch of smokiness from its barrel-aging roots. Best served just above fridge temperature, and it pairs beautifully with après-ski vibes, warm blankets, and watching the snowfall from your window.
$6.36
+tax/deposit
Traditional Fav:
Baltus Von Tassel Dandy Brewing Company
Cherry, Tart, Elegant
The warmest hug of a wintertime sour. Not too sour, not too sweet, just the right amount of cherries to lift your palate and darker malt to make your taste buds sing! Pairs well with an extra slice of cheesecake, gorging on charcuterie boards, and ending Dry January in Dandy style.
$18.95
+tax/deposit
If you're into Chris's style, be sure to join them for the upcoming beer tastings at Vine Arts!
Upcoming Tastings with Chris:
In The Dark - Dark Beers From Light to Full-Bodied
February 7, 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
17th Ave - Calgary
Have you ever felt challenged by how heavy some of those dark beers can be? Let's demystify the styles from our favourites like Irish stouts, old English porters, and even into the Baltic and Germany. No flashlight needed, we're diving into the deep and dark with only one end goal: delicious beers and excellent company.
GirliePops
March 28, 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Vine Arts - 17th Ave
So we've all heard that fruit beers are "for the girls" and "I want a MANLY glass" at bars. Let's drink down some light, refreshing, and fun fruited beers from traditional styles to modern reinventions and tell the boys they can keep their imperial-neverending-hop-burnt-IPAs. Join Beer Dork Chris for a tasting where girls just wanna have fun beer! NOTE: This club for one night only is MEN FRIENDLY, so bring your bros, boys, and besties!
