Category Archives: Breviews

Evolution D.T.C | Wood Brothers Brewing Co.

I really want to like this, but at this price point I want an exceptional beer and unfortunately Evolution D.T.C doesn’t fit that bill. Maybe this is all due to a month in can… maybe not.

Double Dream Vol.2 | Wood Brothers Brewing Co.

I’m very surprised how flat this beer falls. It’s hard to say what happened here, but it seems like the beer simply didn’t stand up against age. It’s worth noting that typically I wouldn’t write about a hoppy beer after a month from canning but I thought this time could be different.

Solstice d’Hiver | Brasserie Dieu du Ciel!

This is a sledgehammer of a beer and not for the faint of heart. Solstice d’Hiver is an all around awesome beer easily competing with the best in the category. The only thing it’s missing is a certain wow-factor, which is covered when you toss it in bourbon barrels. A must-try.

Snowbird’s Paradise | Brasserie Mille-Îles

I really like this as a stout but not being able to pick up any of the attributes on the label and paying a high price for a specialty brew leaves me disappointed. Whoever let this pass… you had to pivot and make the most of a less-than-ideal-situation. Sticking to your guns made you look bad.

Lacustre | Brasserie Artisanale Albion

I was very confused at first – maybe I still am. Lacustre deserves a very high overall score because it’s unique, it takes me on a journey, and there are no clear off-flavours. I can visualize a damp, earthy, and solitary forest with each sip and that alone is worth a lot of points.

Triple | Robin Bière Naturelle

At times while sipping on Robin’s Triple, you forget you’re drinking beer. The creators take you on a journey different from every other one of their offerings. And with that in mind, Robin is quickly becoming my favourite Canadian brewery. Innovation, expertise, and a wonderful sense for flavour is baked into this brewery.

Polygon Rhum 2021 | Robin Bière Naturelle

Polygone (Rhum) is hands down the best sour stout I’ve ever had. It’s beautifully executed demonstrating mastery over ingredients and technique. It marries a robust stout with bacteria and crowns it with barreling. The drinkability remains exceptional for the style and it truly sets a new standard for what a dark, sour beer can be.