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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.
Calgary Craft Christmas Catalogue by YYCTOURS
This Calgary Craft Christmas Catalogue showcases a wide range of products made here locally in Calgary. The YYCTOURS Calgary brewery tour...
Dec 15, 20231 min read
Perfect Amazon Gifts for any Beer Lover
Have you ever asked someone "What did you get for Christmas?" only to have them reply "All I got was stupid beer."? Nope, us neither....
Dec 13, 20231 min read
Who Are The Best Breweries in Each Province Across Canada for 2023.
The Best Breweries In Canada for 2023
Dec 8, 202313 min read
The Local Craft Beer Model: A Blueprint for Business Success in the Future by YYCTOURS.
1. Introduction: Unveiling the Local Craft Beer Model Everyone knows that the craft beer sector experienced a resurgence over the last...
Nov 17, 20235 min read
Traveling to Alberta? Try some of our award winning craft beer! By YYCTOURS
1. Introduction When it comes to craft beer, Alberta is quickly gaining national recognition as a top destination and if you are...
Nov 16, 20238 min read
Meta Brewery Review by YYCTOURS - Calgary Brewery Tours
Having entered the Alberta Craft beer scene in 2022, Meta Brewery has quickly caught the attention of beer enthusiasts across the country...
Nov 14, 20236 min read
The Canada Beer Cup - Alberta Breweries Edition by YYCTOURS
On October 25, 2023, the 2nd annual Canada Beer Cup was held in Niagara Falls, Ontario. The event, which is one of several award...
Oct 31, 20233 min read
The Best Breweries in Alberta by YYCTOURS- 2023
Throughout the course of a year, there are numerous beer award competitions held all over the world. The majority of these events rely on...
Oct 29, 20239 min read
Calgary Brewery Review- Citizen Brewing - by YYCTOURS Calgary Brewery Tours
YYCTOURS - Calgary Brewery Tours Citizen Brewery Review - September, 2023 For this week's YYC Calgary Brewery Tour Review, we popped...
Sep 17, 20234 min read
New Calgary Brewery Runs With The Big Dogs
Calgary has a new Brewery and it is for the dogs. Four Dogs brewing, located on 1st SW, allows dogs and owners inside the brewery and...
Aug 12, 20231 min read
Wanna get smashed?
1. What is SMaSH Beer? Smash beer, also known as S.M.a.S.H. (Single Malt and Single Hop) beer is very hard to find despite being a trendy...
Aug 11, 202310 min read
What is Raw Ale And Can You Find it in Calgary by YYCTOURS Calgary Brewery Tours
What is Raw Ale And Where Can You Find it in Calgary? Raw Ale is a term used not to describe a style of beer like I.P.A. or Pilsner, but...
Aug 2, 20233 min read
Calgary Brewery Review - Bottlescrew Bills by YYCTOURS
Every week YYCTOURS visits a different Calgary brewery to sample a flight of beer and to have a look around. To see all our current 2023...
Jul 29, 20232 min read
The 2023 Alberta Beer Awards Are Coming! Get Excited with YYCTOURS
The 6th annual 2023 Alberta Beer Awards, hosted by the Alberta Small Brewers Association , will be held at Winsport in Calgary, on...
Jul 26, 20232 min read
Baltic Porter - Two Alberta Breweries Win Canadian Medals by YYCTOURS Beer Tours.
The Baltic Porter has a long history and wide range of flavours depending on which country brews it (or in this case) , which Alberta...
Jul 24, 20233 min read
Finding The Good In Evil - Evil Corporation Brewing, Calgary by YYCTOURS.
Calgary's Newest Brewery Allows Guests to Experience the Battle Between Good and Evil While Serving up Some Devilishly Delicious Beer....
Jul 21, 20233 min read
YYCTOURS Calgary Brewery Review - Two Pillars Brewing
One of the Best Belgian Ale Brewers in Calgary- Two Pillars Brewing . Two Pillars is proof that you do not need a million dollars worth...
Jul 20, 20231 min read
Toronto Brewery Tours - Calgary Brewery Tours
If you are headed to Toronto, make sure you check out Rolling Hops Tours! Toronto Brewery Tours with Rolling Hops Tours. Rolling Hops...
Jul 17, 20231 min read
Beer Judging Tutorial - Kolsch - YYCTOURS Calgary Brewery Tours.
In this How To Beer Judge series, YYCTOURS is breaking down the judging categories from Calgary’s winners at the 2023 Canadian Brewery...
Jul 17, 20234 min read
Beer History - Wheat Beer by Calgary Brewery Tours and YYCTOURS
Alberta Wheat has become world renowned and is the primary ingredient in several styles of beer including Witbier, Weizenbock, Weisse,...
Jul 10, 202311 min read
The team at YYCTOURS appreciates your support. We try our best to cover everything you need to know about the Calgary Craft Scene. From award winning Brewery Tours, Wine Tours and Distillery Tours to maps, reviews, education and everything in between.
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