TRUE TO OUR ROOTS
The five owners have multi-generations in Sooke BC, and this connection to the local area is linked to everything we do.
We aim to brew beers that can be enjoyed both by those new to craft brewing, as well as the most experienced connoisseurs. Our goal is to set the bar higher for great beer in BC, while paying homage to the amazing place we call home.
OUR BEERS
IPA
7% | 70 IBUs | Ale
The character of stone-fruits, berries, tropical fruits and pine are all evident from the liberal use of North American hops. Firm and lasting bitterness on the finish satisfies, hides the alcohol and increases the beer’s drinkability.
Belgian Blond Ale
6% | 50 IBUs | Ale
Pilsner malt lends the light colour and subtle grainy malt character. The Belgian yeast blends with ample amounts of European hops for a floral and herbal flavour and aroma. The dryness and moderately firm bitterness make it refreshing and drinkable.
Barleywine
11.5% | 70 IBUs | Ale
The strongest of the brewing styles, this beer is resinous with the rich malt character of the barley that was 100% grown and malted on Vancouver Island. Its long ageing period in Maker’s Mark bourbon barrels provides bourbon sweetness and notes of vanilla from the oak of the barrels.
Bohemian Pilsner
5% | 50 IBUs | Lager
Similar to the German pilsner this beer is characterized by the ingredients of Europe, in particular the distinct Czech saaz hops that give the beer a spicy and floral aroma and flavour. Unlike the German pilsner, its body is more full, it has a deeper colour, and the hops are balanced by the flavour of toasted malts.
Amarillo Brut IPA
7% | 70 IBUs | Ale
This champagne-like IPA is refreshingly dry, highly carbonated, and light in colour. Generously dry-hopped with Amarillo hops, this beer is bold and has notes of grapefruit and orange.
Vienna Lager
5% | 20 IBUs | Lager
A simple style that highlights smooth maltiness while finishing dry. Light toasty, bread crust-like malt character that comes through on the finish. Refreshing and crisp from the cool fermentation with lager yeast.
Oatmeal Stout
4% | 15 IBUs | Ale
A dark style of beer made so by the use of unmalted roasted barley. Despite the low alcohol content has a full mouthfeel from the use of oats and crystal malts and displays complex malt flavours of baker’s chocolate, dark fruits, raisins and cocoa from the use of specialty malts. Finishes rich and full with a low level of bitterness.
Saison
6% | 30 IBUs | Ale
A diverse style that can run the gamut from pale straw to black in colour. Saisons are generally distinguished by a spicy yeast character. A historical style from Belgium it was originally brewed in spring to be served to the farm workers during the fall harvest.
Dry-Hopped Sour
5% | 50 IBUs | Sour Ale
This crisp and refreshing beer is generously dry-hopped with Citra, Simcoe, and Amarillo hops to provide the perfect juicy summer sour.
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Witbier
5% | 10 IBUs | Ale
A Belgian-style wheat ale that is brewed with a high proportion of raw unmalted wheat, and also contains raw oats. It has low bitterness and a creamy, yet light mouthfeel from the raw grains. It has a light spiciness from the Belgian yeast, that is enhanced from the use of Indian coriander and a note of orange citrus from the use of a secret ingredient!
Belgian Tripel
9% | 50 IBUs | Strong Ale
One of the oldest styles traditionally brewed in Belgian monasteries. Monks would mark the barrels with 3 hatch marks to indicate a stronger brew. Caramel and lightly spicy character adds smoothness to this deceptively strong beer.
Brut IPA
7% | 70 IBUs | Ale
This champagne-like IPA is refreshingly dry, highly carbonated, and light in colour making it a fantastic summer patio beer. New Zealand Motueka hops lend a characteristically tropical twist.
Barrel Aged Baltic Porter
6.5% | 30 IBUs | Lager
It spent 4 months in a barrel from Wayward Distillery in Courtenay, that previously held rum and then coffee liqueur. Similar flavour notes as our baltic porter, but with ultra rich notes of chocolate, coffee, and vanilla from the barrel and spirits. This is the most limited release we have ever done, as we only have one barrel. Available at the brewery only in a 13 oz glass. No crowler/growler fills.
Dark Lager
5% | 20 IBUs | Lager
Crisp and refreshing, this Czech-style beer features the herbal spicy character of saaz hops and flavours of coffee, cocoa and baker’s chocolate from the use of dark roasted malts.
Ella Triple
7.5% | 50 IBUs | Ale
A traditional strong, pale Belgian-style beer originally brewed in European monasteries. This twist on the traditional style is brewed using Australian ella hops, giving it flavours of tropical fruit.
Salish Sea Baltic Porter
6.5% | 30 IBUs | Ale
Brewed in collaboration with East Van Brewing Company. Rich notes of dark fruits, dates, and currants, which accompany dark malts. Technically a lager, it’s fermented warmer than most lagers which enhances the fruitiness due to higher ester production in the yeast.
New Zealand Golden Strong
7% | 50 IBUs | Belgian Ale
A traditional Belgian Golden Strong with tropical notes from a generous amount of New Zealand Motueka hops. This beer is crisp and refreshing – perfect for summer days.
Nordic IPA
7% | 45 IBUs | Lager
Also referred to as a Nordic saison, or a Nordic farmhouse ale, as it’s brewed using a Norwegian farmhouse yeast known as a Kveik yeast. We’ve taken the IPA route for the name, as this beer is big and hoppy. The particular Kveik strain we used is known as the Loki strain, and produces huge fruity flavour that we’ve added tons of American and New Zealand hops to in order to accentuate the fruitiness.
Gin Bourbon Barrel Saison
6% | 30 IBUs | Ale
This beer is our saison that was aged for one month in barrels that previously held both bourbon and gin, and were sourced from Wayward Distillation House in Courtenay, and Sheringham Distillery here in Sooke. The complex botanicals of the gin pairs with the spiciness of the saison, while the bourbon adds further complexity.
Marzen
6% | 20 IBUs | Lager
A German, malt-focused lager, this beer was traditionally brewed for the Spring (when brewed in the Fall it is known as an Oktoberfest). Being a lager, it is refreshing and crisp and it is characterized by toasty, bread crust like malts that are allowed to shine through due to a low level of hop bitterness.
Mango Saison
6% | 35 IBUs | Ale
A diverse style that can run the gamut from pale straw to black in colour. Saisons are generally distinguished by a spicy yeast character. A historical style from Belgium it was originally brewed in spring to be served to the farmworkers during the fall harvest. Infused with 300lbs of fresh mangos.
Motueka Lager
5% | 30 IBUs | Lager
This light and refreshing lager is characterized by the tropical notes from New Zealand Motueka hops.
Double IPA
8.5% | 85 IBUs | Ale
This beer is light in colour and generously double dry-hopped. Firm bitterness with notes of ruby red grapefruit.
Barrel Aged Foreign Extra Stout
8.5% | 50 IBUs | Ale
This stout was traditionally brewed to a higher alcohol content to survive the sea voyage to the foreign market. Our version was aged for four months in Four Roses bourbon barrels adding complexity and smoothness to this deceptively strong beer.
Oktoberfest
6% | 20 IBUs | Lager
A German, malt-focused lager, this beer was traditionally brewed for the Fall (when brewed in the Spring it is known as a Marzen). Being a lager, it is refreshing and crisp and it is characterized by toasty, bread crust like malts that are allowed to shine through due to a low level of hop bitterness.
German Pilsner
5% | 40 IBUs | Lager
A European lager with a light body and firm bitterness. The spicy and floral flavour and aroma of European hops is complimented by bread-like notes from the German pilsner malt.
Simcoe Brut IPA
7% | 70 IBUs | Ale
This champagne-like IPA is refreshingly dry, highly carbonated, and light in colour. Generously dry-hopped with Simcoe hops, this beer is bold and perfect for the hop-lover.
Small Saison
4% | 25 IBUs | Ale
Also known as a table saison. Tasting notes are similar to our regular saison (dry, spicy yeast character, etc.), but it is low alcohol and brewed with a significant amount of raw, unmalted oats and wheat to give the beer a creamy mouthfeel, while remaining light and drinkable.
Baltic Porter
7% | 30 IBUs | Lager
Rich notes of dark fruits, dates, and currants, which accompany dark malts. Technically a lager, it’s fermented warmer than most lagers which enhances the fruitiness due to higher ester production in the yeast.
Mai Bock
6% | 25 IBUs | Lager
A lager traditionally served in springtime, especially in the month of May, hence the name. It has a grainy/toasted malt character, balanced by the flavour and aroma of European noble hops.
West Coast Belgian IPA
7.5% | 60 IBUs | Ale
A fusion style combining the hops of North America with the yeast of Belgium. Hops that emphasise stone and tropical fruit character (as opposed to flavours like pine, dank, and citrus) are chosen to match the fruity esters that are produced by the Belgian yeast.
COVID-19 Update
The safety of our staff, customers, and community is our first priority at Sooke Brewing Company.
We have re-opened for sit-in service at a reduced capacity. Patio seating is encouraged and social distancing measures are in place.
PLEASE FOLLOW THE SIGNAGE AND STAFF INSTRUCTIONS WHEN VISITING THE BREWERY.
For more information please call 250-642-0106.
Our hours are changing – please check online for updated hours.
Thank you for continuing to support your local brewery.
Crowlers Are Now Here
We are very excited to announce that we have brought the FIRST Crowler line to the island! These 32oz cans are filled on the spot for you. They stay fresh for weeks, perfect for the beach, trails and mountains! Look for them in the upcoming weeks at the brewery!
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