Beers
Forest Fog
Unfiltered American Wheat Ale
An unfiltered American Wheat Ale, with refreshing citrus tones, mild hopping, and an approachable drinkability that is off the charts.
ABV: 4.3%
Just A Little Bitter
English Bitter
Light refreshing English Ale. Evenly hopped, easy drinking. Straw in colour with notes of caramel and just a hint of hops in the finish. Available with Nitro!
ABV: 4.2%
Red Tape
Pale Ale
A little more malt body, and more hops to meet it. Amber in colour, malt forward and aromatic in hops. This beer is made with approximately 90% BC ingredients. Our base malt comes from the Maltsters at Phillips Brewing and Malting in Victoria, and all the hops are provincially sourced.
ABV: 5.4%
Finally IPA
India Pale Ale
We held off long enough, after being open for a year and a half we Finally brewed the much requested and loved: IPA. This strong beer immediately became part of the permanent line up at CBC. Malty and full of delicious Citra and Mosaic hops, each sip is a hop lovers beer dream!
ABV: 6.9%
Dancing Linebacker
Oatmeal Stout
What more needs be said? Ok, it has a beautiful dark head of caramel color, with an aroma of roasted malt. Lighter in body than one might think. (A big fella, but he is light on his feet.) Malt forward with notes of coffee and chocolate. And don’t forget the Black and Tan, a 50/50 of Stout and Bitter. Try it, you will like it…. Also available with Nitro!
ABV: 5.5%
Rotating Taps
Hazy IPA
This hazy IPA is a juicy, aromatic hop bomb designed to delight both seasoned hop heads and hazy aficionados. Crafted with a foundation of 2-Row, wheat, and oats, the malt bill creates a pillowy-soft mouthfeel with a subtle backbone that lets the hops shine. The hop profile is the star of the show, creating a rich and dynamic flavor profile. At 6.2% ABV, this IPA strikes the perfect balance between approachability and indulgence, with its bold, fruit-forward aromas and flavors complemented by a smooth, velvety finish. A beer for celebrating hops in all their glory.
ABV: 6.6%
English Pale Ale (ESB)
The Just a little Bitter's big brother, and our version of an English Pale Ale (Commonly called an ESB). Like most British Ales, balance is key. This well-balanced brew gets its malt flavour from beautiful English 2-row Marris otter, the hop flavour from traditional English hops like Fuggles and some fruity esters from the yeast. When combined this ale has a bready, biscuit malt flavour, earthy floral hops and fruity, buttery yeast flavour as well. It is common to call this style E.S.B., but that is actually a specific beer brewed by Fullers Brewery in London and not a style. This style is simply called an English Pale Ale. Enjoy!
ABV: 5.3%%
Dark Lager
CBC's take on a classic style Dark Lager. Smooth, crisp, dry with a touch of roast and chocolate. Enjoy this dark beer without the heaviness of a traditional stout or porter. As Germany is a country that loves lagers and Bavaria is a region that favours dark beer styles, the inevitable outcome was to combine the two, brewing with lager yeasts and highly kilned dark malt to make a dark lager. The clue really is all in the name.
ABV: 4.5%
Lager Then Life
It's back! Clean crisp lager with German pilsner malt, Abbotsford grown hops and the number one ingredient - our beautiful Cumberland water makes this one if our favorite beers to make and to drink. Enjoy!
ABV: 5%
Pilsner
A refreshing Pilsner with Noble Hop Saaz as the base for an authentic Czech style Pilsner. Saaz hops are known for their distinct warm, herbal character that pairs perfectly with the Pilsen malts.
ABV: 4.7%
Other Drinks
Gin Fizz
Pink Grapefruit juice, wayward gin, orange bitters.
ABV: 7.2%%
Rust Wine Co.
2021 Golden Mile Bench / South Rock Syrah
A full-bodied red wine known for its dark fruit, spice, and earthy notes. The 2021 vintage is particularly praised for its balance, with fine tannins and fresh acidity. Expect flavors of blackberry, black cherry, and black raspberry. Notes of pepper, allspice, and potentially hints of ginger or cloves.
ABV: 13.7%
Averill Creek
JOUE White Field Blend
A textured blend with hints of white flower and jasmine tea, a lush mid-palate, and a structured, firm finish. Hand harvested and foot stomped, then left on the skins for rounds of 8, 12, and 24 hours before being whole-bunch pressed and wild fermented in old French Barriques and concrete egg. Aged on primary lees with no added yeast, enzymes, nutrients or SO2. Unfined and unfiltered The Joue White is a blend of 55% Pinot Gris, 25% Gewürztraminer and 20% Chardonnay grown on their estate in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island.
ABV: 13%
Nomad Cider
Nomad handcrafted cider is farm-to-glass cider made in Summerland, BC. We carry their Dry Apple bottled cider as well as a selection of exciting seasonal flavours.
ABV: 6.9%
Saltspring Wild Cider
Saltspring Wild ciders are made with apples and pears grown on Saltspring Island. We feature a selection of unique flavours such as Hopped Apricot, Elderberry, and Bitter Orange Rosemary.
ABV: 7%
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Nonny Pilsner
Golden & Crisp Ultra refreshing non-alcoholic Czech Style Pilsner featuring Saaz hops. Finishes light, crisp, and slightly bitter. Always below 0.5% alcohol.
Nonny West Coast IPA
Dealcoholized Craft Beer
Classic West Coast IPA featuring Chinook, Columbus and Simcoe hops. Expect notes of citrus, resinous pine, and a crisp bitter finish.
ABV: Below 0.5%
Wildkind Kombucha
Wildkind Kombucha is a small boutique kombucha producer that started their journey in Port Alberni. Their kombuchas are well balanced and and packed with exciting flavour combinations.
RA Earth Iced Tea
This locally made iced tea is a blend of hibiscus, nettle, lemonbalm, and mint lightly sweetened with organic Fireweed honey.
Pop and San Pellegrino
We offer root beer, ginger ale, and diet Pepsi in cans as well as lemon and blood orange San Pellegrino.
