Change

Some big changes are coming our way in the next couple of months. Due to a variety of factors, including rising costs on every front, as well as the rapid growth of Callister Craft Soda (@callistersoda), we have decided not to renew our lease at 1338 Franklin St. This has been our home for the […]

By |December 4th, 2023|Uncategorized|

Wee Laird is back!

We are extremely pleased to announce that version 2.0 of our Canada Beer Cup Best in Show winner “Wee Laird” Barrel Aged Wee Heavy is now available! Aged for 7 months in Okanagan Spirits “Laird of Fintry” Whisky barrels, this version tastes amazing! Strong notes of caramel, vanilla, oak, and a hint of coconut from […]

By |September 19th, 2023|Uncategorized|

Callister Crib Tournament

Join us on Wed Sep 27 for an all-levels crib tournament and win a $20 gift card! Enjoy a few bevvies, meet some new friends, and nerd out about crib! Play will be in pairs with winners advancing to the next round. No maximum number of players. We’ll also set out some house rules (i.e.: […]

By |September 19th, 2023|Uncategorized|

Vancouver Brewers Fest

New for 2023: Vancouver Brewers Fest!

A 10-day fest with individual events taking place at breweries across Vancouver. Check out the event page for details. We’ll be offering daily beer specials, as well as hosting three events at Callister Brewing…

6-9pm, Tues Apr 25: Crib Tournament!

Join us on Tues Apr 25 for an all-levels crib tournament! […]

By |April 17th, 2023|Uncategorized|

Women’s Brew Day Sun Mar 5, 2023!

Celebrating International Women’s Day, Callister Brewing is hosting an inclusive collab brew Sun Mar 5 lead by Diana! Open to women/non-binary folks 19+ years of age, we’re inviting the public and any industry professionals to join us for the day and learn a bit about brewing, meet new people, and have a few beers.
Free to […]

By |January 25th, 2023|Uncategorized|

Canada Beer Cup Champions!

We are thrilled to announce that our ‘Wee Laird’ Barrel Aged Scottish Wee Heavy won Gold and secured ‘Best in Show’ in the Canada Beer Cup on Oct 23, 2022! Against over 200 other breweries across Canada  and 1,300 other entires, this is one special beer! Named for “Laird of Fintry”, the Single-Malt Whisky produced by […]

By |October 25th, 2022|Uncategorized|

“In Bloom” Lambic Style Ale Release!

We are thrilled to announce the release of our latest barrel aged beer – In Bloom Lambic Style Ale!

Everyone flourishes in their own time. Often, it takes patience and just the right conditions to hit your stride, and fully bloom.

Our Lambic style ale spent over two years in California Chardonnay barrels with five strains of […]

By |March 15th, 2022|Uncategorized|

Jill’s ’24 Karat’ Carrot Cake Stout

Jill’s ’24 Karat’ Carrot Cake Stout is a collaboration brew between Jill and Diana. Jill loves fun, experimental flavours and wanted to make a desserty winter beer. As a small batch (less than 40 litres!) we got to play around with some fun ideas on this one. Building on a rich chocolate stout foundation, we […]

By |January 29th, 2022|Uncategorized|

New! Hastings Sunrise Wheat Ale

We’re celebrating our roots in the Hastings Sunrise neighbourhood and a cheeky nod to the Tequila Sunrise cocktail with this fruity wheat ale. Tasmanian Eclipse, Mandarina, Citra, and local Cascade hops offer light notes of pine and bright orange zest. As the sun sets on another season of mini donuts, concerts, and bright lights at […]

By |September 12th, 2021|Uncategorized|