The Best Breweries In Alberta - 2024 Alberta Beer Award Results
Jump to Complete List of Winners The 10th annual Alberta Beer Week is set to begin on October 11 but the kickoff party already started...
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YYCTOURS BLOG -
All About the Calgary Craft Beer Scene
Welcome to the YYCTOURS blog where you will find Information on all things Calgary. From Brewery and Beer reviews to beer history and judging tutorials.
Sep 43 min
German Pils.
The story of German Pils begins in the mid-19th century, inspired by the groundbreaking creation of Pilsner beer in the city of Pilsen...
Aug 289 min
My First Experience as a Beer Judge.
Walking into Big Rock Brewery for day one of the three-day Alberta Beer Awards as a first-time judge was both thrilling and...
Aug 274 min
Unity Brew 2024. An Alberta Beer from 1841.
Every year for Alberta Beer Week in October, the Alberta Small Brewers Association releases Unity Brew . A beer style curated by a...
Aug 192 min
Why You Should Use YYCTours for Ski Shuttles to All Local Area Ski Hills from Calgary
As winter approaches and the allure of fresh powder calls, one of the best ways to enjoy the local ski hills around Calgary is with the...
Aug 194 min
Why You Should Visit Banff, Lake Louise, and Moraine Lake When You Come to Calgary (and Why You Should Book with YYCTours.ca)
If you're planning a trip to Calgary, you're in for a treat—not only for the vibrant city itself but for the incredible natural wonders...
Aug 123 min
Which Calgary Brewery Tour is the best?
Calgary offers several brewery tour options from a few different companies, each with its own pricing and experience details. Of this...
Aug 83 min
Beer Stories and Myths Busted
Beer, one of the oldest and most beloved beverages in the world, has a history as rich and frothy as the drink itself. Across centuries,...
Aug 213 min
If Every NHL Team Were a Style of Beer
Beer and hockey have long been a match made in heaven. Whether you're cheering for your team at a bustling arena or enjoying the game...
Jul 123 min
Why Beer Awards Matter: Elevating Craftsmanship and Consumer Choice
Beer, one of the world's oldest and most beloved beverages, has seen an explosion in variety and quality made possible by the rise of the...
Jun 255 min
Be A Tourist In Your Own City - Calgary Edition
When you think of being a tourist, your mind might wander to far-off places and exotic destinations. However, you don’t need to travel...
Jun 202 min
Buffalo 9 Brewing Calgary. Home on the Grain
New Calgary Brewery Set To Open It's Doors in Killarney/Richmond.
Jun 35 min
Calgary Brewery Last Best Turns 10
One of Calgary's oldest Craft Breweries Just Turned 10.
May 283 min
Calgary Breweries Win Big At 2024 Canadian Brewing Awards.
How Did Calgary Breweries Do at the Recent 2024 Canadian Brewery Awards?
Apr 253 min
Canadian Breweries at the 2024 World Beer Cup
The Canadian Breweries That Took Home Medals At The World Beer Cup
Apr 163 min
The Art of Decoction Brewing
Ever Heard of Decoction Brewing? This long forgotten method of brewing is making a comeback at one Calgary brewery in particular.
Mar 255 min
WHAT IS CASK ALE? Without Wood, There Would Be No Beer. The History of Wood in Brewing.
Barrel Aging Beer is Not a Modern Invention. In Fact, Without This Technique, Beer May Never have Been Invented.
Mar 143 min
This Calgary Distillery Has A 100-Year Old History Hidden Inside.
This Calgary Distillery Has A 100-Year Old History Hidden Inside
Mar 33 min
Explore Calgary and it's Award Winning Craft Community.
Calgary Has An Award Winning Craft Scene and YYCTOURS Is Ready To Show You Around.