slowing down. They have also co-branded a Legion Lager in partnership with The Royal Canadian Legion, 5% of sales go towards supporting Veterans programs across Canada.
As we continued to chat I sipped away on my pint of Farmer’s Daughter blonde, it is a real delight to drink. At 5%, this blonde has a light malt bill that is infused with locally farmed hops that create a light yet flavourful beer to enjoy after any adventure. I also sampled the Class V IPA, I am a huge an of this beer because it has bitter notes yet remains nicely balanced. Sometimes it can seem to be a competition between breweries as to how bitter they can make a beer, but I love the balance in this IPA and they haven’t forgotten that malt is also apart of the show.
Chris also mentioned that they do a “12 Beers of Christmas”, where they release a different beer for 12 days in a row in December across different bars in the Ottawa area. Needless to say I am considering moving to Ottawa for this December….
There was still an unopened case of their last “12 Beers of Christmas” and, luckily for me, they were in the mood to share. The selection included Gingerbread ESB, Vanilla Rum Cake, Brandy Butter ESB, Blueberry Bundt Cake Ale, and a Candy Cane Blonde - that was my brew of choice - with a beautiful peppermint forward flavour! I’ll definitely be on the lookout for their 12 beers this December and I’d suggest you do the same.
They are heavily involved in the community, sourcing local supplies to build the brewhouse, local ingredients for their menus, and creating a space people can gather after a ride down the river or other activities in the area. Their menus feature seasonal produce from the Ottawa Valley so, for this reason, it changes regularly but what is consistent is how fresh and tasty it is!
The Class V is available in the LCBO and all Five of the core brands are available in grocery stores. Of course they have cans and growlers available at the breweries alongside some shirts, swag, and flannel plaid jackets!
At Whitewater Brewing they have five simple priorities: friends, stories, music, food and beer and will happily share them with you at both locations. I encourage you to drop by and enjoy an afternoon or evening surrounded by friends.