{"id":2840,"date":"2019-09-01T20:07:48","date_gmt":"2019-09-02T00:07:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/geckographix.ca\/chefandco2018\/2019\/distilleries-brasseries-activites-speciales-vous-interpellent-alors-direction-alberta\/"},"modified":"2021-01-02T01:34:54","modified_gmt":"2021-01-02T05:34:54","slug":"distilleries-brasseries-activites-speciales-vous-interpellent-alors-direction-alberta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/en\/2019\/distilleries-brasseries-activites-speciales-vous-interpellent-alors-direction-alberta\/","title":{"rendered":"DISTILLERIES, BREWERIES &#038; SPECIAL ACTIVITIES challenge you, so head to ALBERTA!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"themify_builder_content-2840\" data-postid=\"2840\" class=\"themify_builder_content themify_builder_content-2840 themify_builder tf_clear\">\n    \t<!-- module_row -->\n\t<div  data-css_id=\"tb_8frm387\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"themify_builder_row module_row tb_8frm387 tb_first clearfix\">\n\t    \t    <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tf_box tf_w tf_rel\" >\n\t\t\t<div  data-lazy=\"1\" style=\"width: 64.8%\" class=\"module_column tb-column col2-1 first tb_3ypv388 tf_box\">\n\t    \t    \t        <div class=\"tb-column-inner tf_box tf_w\">\n\t\t    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_75w3388   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n            <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <p id=\"u76330-2\">Ready to dive into the world of beer, whiskey and other spirits? Alberta is on the way to fame for its amber gold, while distilleries are well established across the province. As for breweries, they continue to multiply with an offer to delight even the finest palates. Alberta Tourism reveals a few good addresses for this booming industry.<\/p>\n<h3>Distilleries<\/h3>\n<p>Although the manufacturing processes are similar, the master distillers manage to create products with subtle aromas that distinguish them from the competition. Their secret: to be inspired by first quality local ingredients. In addition to discovering a range of 100% Alberta elixirs, you will be enchanted by a personalized visit where passion and craftsmanship are one. Cheers!<\/p>\n<p>Try <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/www.coldlakebrewingdistilling.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cold Lake Brewing &amp; Distilling Co<\/a>&#8216;s Ultimate Caesar Vodka, which contains dill grown at the local Muriel Creek ranch. Its wax seal only makes it more desirable! By way of Edmonton, stop necessary at <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/www.strathconaspirits.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Strathcona Spirits Distiller<\/a>y, the capital&#8217;s very first distillery which will make you appreciate gin with their Badland Seaberry Gin made from juniper from lands rich in fossils along the Red Deer River. To balance it all: a touch of tangy blueberries picked in Edmonton.<\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s continue our tour in the municipality of Camrose where the company <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"http:\/\/www.back40distillery.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Back 40 Distillery<\/a> awaits you with its famous Ol \u2019Apple Betty &#8211; an aromatic liqueur reminiscent of the apple pie your grandmother made for you. No worries: it is gluten-free and naturally sweetened thanks to locally grown sugar beets.<\/p>\n<p>Favorite in Calgary: the recently inaugurated <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/bridgelanddistillery.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bridgeland Distillery<\/a> &#8211; one of whose owners is French-speaking, presents a whiskey, a brandy and a grappa distilled in their copper still from top quality Alberta grains and fresh water. of the Rockies. The experience would not be complete without a jump at <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/eauclairedistillery.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eau Claire Distillery<\/a> in Turner Valley. Savor their Parlor Gin made with ripe Saskatoon berries.<\/p>\n<p>The list is long, but among them are <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blackdiamonddistillery.com\">Black Diamond Distillery<\/a> in Saint-Albert, <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/rawspirits.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Raw Distillery &amp; Brewhouse<\/a> in Canmore, <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/www.parkdistillery.com\/distillery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Park Distillery<\/a> in Banff, as well as <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"http:\/\/www.krang.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Krang Spirits<\/a> in Cochrane.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"u76330-49\">Breweries<\/h3>\n<div class=\"tlid-input input\">\n<div class=\"source-wrap\">\n<div class=\"input-full-height-wrapper tlid-input-full-height-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"source-input\">\n<div class=\"source-footer-wrap source-or-target-footer\">\n<div class=\"character-count tlid-character-count\">\n<div class=\"cc-ctr normal\"><span title=\"\">Favorite places to relax and socialize, breweries are popular in Alberta.<\/span> <span class=\"\" title=\"\">Savor a sumptuous ale or lager in good company in one of Alberta&#8217;s many pubs &#8211; or enhance the experience by ordering a tasting tray.<\/span> <span class=\"\" title=\"\">What would an aperitif be without a generous plate to share?<\/span> <span class=\"\" title=\"\">Pubs offer a variety of quirky appetizers, including hot pretzels, lightly breaded pickles, and garlic and parmesan fries.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>For a quick stay, opt for safe values. Visit <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villagebrewery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Village<\/a>, <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/bigrockbeer.com\">Big Rock<\/a> or <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/brewsters.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brewsters<\/a>, all three well known in Calgary. On the Edmonton side, try <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/blindenthusiasm.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blind Enthusiasm<\/a>, whose products are also available at the associated restaurant <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/biera.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Biera<\/a>. In the Rockies, <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegrizzlypaw.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Grizzly Paw<\/a> is on the route to Canmore, then <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"http:\/\/banffavebrewingco.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Banff Ave Brewing Co.<\/a> and <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/jasperbrewingco.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jasper Brewing Co.<\/a> in Canada&#8217;s national parks.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"tlid-input input\">\n<div class=\"source-wrap\">\n<div class=\"input-full-height-wrapper tlid-input-full-height-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"source-input\">\n<div class=\"source-footer-wrap source-or-target-footer\">\n<div class=\"character-count tlid-character-count\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-footer\">\n<div class=\"src-tts left-positioned ttsbutton jfk-button-flat source-or-target-footer-button jfk-button\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Listen\" data-tooltip=\"Listen\" aria-pressed=\"false\" data-tooltip-align=\"t,c\" aria-hidden=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tlid-results-container results-container\">\n<div class=\"tlid-result result-dict-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"result tlid-copy-target\">\n<div class=\"result-header\">\n<div class=\"starbutton jfk-button-flat jfk-button unstarred\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Star translation\" data-tooltip=\"Star translation\" data-tooltip-align=\"t,c\">\n<div class=\"jfk-button-img\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-wrap tlid-copy-target\">\n<div class=\"result-shield-container tlid-copy-target\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\"><span title=\"\">If time permits, dare the regions.<\/span> <span class=\"\" title=\"\">Avoid the traffic and hassle by heading south to Lethbridge to visit <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/couleebrew.co\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coulee Brew Co.<\/a> or Medicine Hat at <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellsbasement.com\">Hell\u2019s Basement<\/a> Brewery.<\/span> <span class=\"\" title=\"\">In the north of the province are well-kept secrets such as <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fubrew.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fat Unicorn<\/a> in Plamondon and <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/dogislandbrewing.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dog Island<\/a> in Slave Lake.<\/span> <span title=\"\">The warm welcome from the locals will be worth the trip, we promise!<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Passing somewhere between Calgary and Edmonton? Why not take the opportunity to discover <a href=\"https:\/\/troubledmonk.com\/\">Troubled Monk<\/a> in Red Deer, <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/snakelake.beer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Snake Lake<\/a> in Sylvan Lake and <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blindmanbrewing.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blindman<\/a> in Lacombe? Follow them on social media to be on the lookout for their latest news.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"u76330-109\">Thematic activities<\/h3>\n<div class=\"tlid-input input\">\n<div class=\"source-wrap\">\n<div class=\"input-full-height-wrapper tlid-input-full-height-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"source-input\">\n<div class=\"source-footer-wrap source-or-target-footer\">\n<div class=\"character-count tlid-character-count\">\n<div class=\"cc-ctr normal\"><span class=\"\" title=\"\">For true enthusiasts, join the movement and see what Alberta has in store for you in immersive activities.<\/span> <span class=\"\" title=\"\">Treat yourself to a refined experience as The <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/www.banffwhiskyexperience.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Banff Whisky Experience<\/a> takes place soon at the very distinctive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.banffcentre.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Banff Center for the Arts<\/a>.<\/span> <span class=\"\" title=\"\">A dream come true for connoisseurs with &#8211; as a bonus, a view like no other.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Head to <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"http:\/\/one18empire.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">One 18 Empire<\/a> in downtown Calgary to taste some of the 300 whiskeys, ryes, bourbons and scotches offered on site in a cozy atmosphere. Much more than a restaurant, an epic adventure awaits you!<\/p>\n<p>Join the party at The Mashing Edmonton or any of the festivals organized annually by <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/albertabeerfestivals.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alberta Beer Festivals<\/a> to discover a host of exclusive products, as well as joining a hyper-dynamic community. \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Wherever you are in Alberta, there is something to awaken your senses thanks to experienced entrepreneurs who are proud to share their expertise. Tours are offered by reservation at most of them *.<\/p>\n<h6>* Non-exhaustive list. Contact the company for details.<\/h6>\n<p><strong>Alberta Tourism encourages you to consume responsibly. Impaired driving is dangerous and punishable by severe penalties.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p id=\"u76330-143\">Alberta Tourism : <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/tourismealberta.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/tourismealberta.ca\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p id=\"u76330-148\">Facebook : <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TourismeAlberta\/\">https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TourismeAlberta\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p id=\"u76330-153\">Instagram : <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tourismealberta\/?hl=fr\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tourismealberta\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p id=\"u76330-158\">Twitter : <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/TourismeAlberta\">https:\/\/twitter.com\/TourismeAlberta<\/a><\/p>\n<p id=\"u76330-163\">Pinterest : <a class=\"nonblock\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.ca\/tourismealberta\/\">https:\/\/www.pinterest.ca\/tourismealberta\/<\/a><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->\t        <\/div>\n\t    \t<\/div>\n\t\t<div  data-lazy=\"1\" style=\"width: 32%\" class=\"module_column tb-column col2-1 last tb_gy6k390 tf_box\">\n\t    \t    \t        <div class=\"tb-column-inner tf_box tf_w\">\n\t\t    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_l4db390   image-top auto_fullwidth tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n            <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n\t\t    <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"370\" height=\"247\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/amis-assis-au-bar-de-park-distillery.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Amis assis au bar de Park Distillery\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/amis-assis-au-bar-de-park-distillery.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/amis-assis-au-bar-de-park-distillery-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 370px) 100vw, 370px\" \/>\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n    \t<div class=\"image-content\">\n\t    \n\t    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https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/de\u0301gustation-entre-amis-a\u0300-eau-claire-distillery-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 309px) 100vw, 309px\" \/>\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n    \t<div class=\"image-content\">\n\t    \n\t    \t\t<div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n\t\t    Tasting amongst friends at Eau Claire Distillery\t    <\/div>\n\t    <!-- \/image-caption -->\n\t    \t<\/div>\n\t<!-- \/image-content -->\n    \n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module image --><!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_rjx5391   image-top auto_fullwidth tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n            <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n\t\t    <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"310\" height=\"207\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/plateau-de-de\u0301gustation-a\u0300-troubled-monk.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Plateau de de\u0301gustation a\u0300 Troubled Monk\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/plateau-de-de\u0301gustation-a\u0300-troubled-monk.jpg 310w, https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/plateau-de-de\u0301gustation-a\u0300-troubled-monk-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 310px) 100vw, 310px\" \/>\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n    \t<div class=\"image-content\">\n\t    \n\t    \t\t<div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n\t\t    Plateau de de\u0301gustation a\u0300 Troubled Monk\t    <\/div>\n\t    <!-- \/image-caption -->\n\t    \t<\/div>\n\t<!-- \/image-content -->\n    \n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module image --><!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_6201391   image-top auto_fullwidth tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n            <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n\t\t    <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"312\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/repas-a\u0300-partager-a\u0300-park-distillery.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Repas a\u0300 partager a\u0300 Park Distillery\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/repas-a\u0300-partager-a\u0300-park-distillery.jpg 312w, https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/repas-a\u0300-partager-a\u0300-park-distillery-195x300.jpg 195w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 312px) 100vw, 312px\" \/>\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n    \t<div class=\"image-content\">\n\t    \n\t    \t\t<div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n\t\t    Sharing Meals at Park Distillery.\t    <\/div>\n\t    <!-- \/image-caption -->\n\t    \t<\/div>\n\t<!-- \/image-content -->\n    \n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module image --><!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_5rxx391   image-top auto_fullwidth tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n            <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n\t\t    <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"309\" height=\"206\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/repas-et-bie\u0300re-de-blind-enthusiasm-a\u0300-biera.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Repas et bie\u0300re de Blind Enthusiasm a\u0300 Biera\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/repas-et-bie\u0300re-de-blind-enthusiasm-a\u0300-biera.jpg 309w, https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/repas-et-bie\u0300re-de-blind-enthusiasm-a\u0300-biera-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 309px) 100vw, 309px\" \/>\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n    \t<div class=\"image-content\">\n\t    \n\t    \t\t<div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n\t\t    Meal and beer at Blind Enthusiasm in Biera.\n\t    <\/div>\n\t    <!-- \/image-caption -->\n\t    \t<\/div>\n\t<!-- \/image-content -->\n    \n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module image --><!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_6kns391   image-top auto_fullwidth tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n            <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n\t\t    <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"310\" height=\"201\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/tour-guide\u0301-a\u0300-krang-spirits.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Tour guide\u0301 a\u0300 Krang Spirits\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/tour-guide\u0301-a\u0300-krang-spirits.jpg 310w, https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/tour-guide\u0301-a\u0300-krang-spirits-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 310px) 100vw, 310px\" \/>\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n    \t<div class=\"image-content\">\n\t    \n\t    \t\t<div class=\"image-caption tb_text_wrap\">\n\t\t    Guided Tour at Krang Spirits.\t    <\/div>\n\t    <!-- \/image-caption -->\n\t    \t<\/div>\n\t<!-- \/image-content -->\n    \n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->\t        <\/div>\n\t    \t<\/div>\n\t\t    <\/div>\n\t    <!-- \/row_inner -->\n\t<\/div>\n\t<!-- \/module_row 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Alberta is on the way to fame for its amber gold, while distilleries are well established across the province. As for breweries, they continue to multiply with an offer to delight even the finest palates. Alberta Tourism reveals a few good addresses for this booming industry.<\/p> <h3>Distilleries<\/h3> <p>Although the manufacturing processes are similar, the master distillers manage to create products with subtle aromas that distinguish them from the competition. Their secret: to be inspired by first quality local ingredients. In addition to discovering a range of 100% Alberta elixirs, you will be enchanted by a personalized visit where passion and craftsmanship are one. Cheers!<\/p> <p>Try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coldlakebrewingdistilling.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cold Lake Brewing &amp; Distilling Co<\/a>'s Ultimate Caesar Vodka, which contains dill grown at the local Muriel Creek ranch. Its wax seal only makes it more desirable! By way of Edmonton, stop necessary at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.strathconaspirits.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Strathcona Spirits Distiller<\/a>y, the capital's very first distillery which will make you appreciate gin with their Badland Seaberry Gin made from juniper from lands rich in fossils along the Red Deer River. To balance it all: a touch of tangy blueberries picked in Edmonton.<\/p> <p>Let's continue our tour in the municipality of Camrose where the company <a href=\"http:\/\/www.back40distillery.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Back 40 Distillery<\/a> awaits you with its famous Ol \u2019Apple Betty - an aromatic liqueur reminiscent of the apple pie your grandmother made for you. No worries: it is gluten-free and naturally sweetened thanks to locally grown sugar beets.<\/p> <p>Favorite in Calgary: the recently inaugurated <a href=\"https:\/\/bridgelanddistillery.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bridgeland Distillery<\/a> - one of whose owners is French-speaking, presents a whiskey, a brandy and a grappa distilled in their copper still from top quality Alberta grains and fresh water. of the Rockies. The experience would not be complete without a jump at <a href=\"https:\/\/eauclairedistillery.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eau Claire Distillery<\/a> in Turner Valley. Savor their Parlor Gin made with ripe Saskatoon berries.<\/p> <p>The list is long, but among them are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blackdiamonddistillery.com\">Black Diamond Distillery<\/a> in Saint-Albert, <a href=\"https:\/\/rawspirits.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Raw Distillery &amp; Brewhouse<\/a> in Canmore, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.parkdistillery.com\/distillery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Park Distillery<\/a> in Banff, as well as <a href=\"http:\/\/www.krang.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Krang Spirits<\/a> in Cochrane.<\/p> <h3 id=\"u76330-49\">Breweries<\/h3>\nFavorite places to relax and socialize, breweries are popular in Alberta. Savor a sumptuous ale or lager in good company in one of Alberta's many pubs - or enhance the experience by ordering a tasting tray. What would an aperitif be without a generous plate to share? Pubs offer a variety of quirky appetizers, including hot pretzels, lightly breaded pickles, and garlic and parmesan fries.\nFor a quick stay, opt for safe values. Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villagebrewery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Village<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/bigrockbeer.com\">Big Rock<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/brewsters.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brewsters<\/a>, all three well known in Calgary. On the Edmonton side, try <a href=\"https:\/\/blindenthusiasm.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blind Enthusiasm<\/a>, whose products are also available at the associated restaurant <a href=\"https:\/\/biera.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Biera<\/a>. In the Rockies, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegrizzlypaw.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Grizzly Paw<\/a> is on the route to Canmore, then <a href=\"http:\/\/banffavebrewingco.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Banff Ave Brewing Co.<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/jasperbrewingco.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jasper Brewing Co.<\/a> in Canada's national parks.\n\u00a0\n\u00a0\n\u00a0\nIf time permits, dare the regions. Avoid the traffic and hassle by heading south to Lethbridge to visit <a href=\"https:\/\/couleebrew.co\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coulee Brew Co.<\/a> or Medicine Hat at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hellsbasement.com\">Hell\u2019s Basement<\/a> Brewery. In the north of the province are well-kept secrets such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fubrew.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fat Unicorn<\/a> in Plamondon and <a href=\"https:\/\/dogislandbrewing.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dog Island<\/a> in Slave Lake. The warm welcome from the locals will be worth the trip, we promise!\n<p>Passing somewhere between Calgary and Edmonton? Why not take the opportunity to discover <a href=\"https:\/\/troubledmonk.com\/\">Troubled Monk<\/a> in Red Deer, <a href=\"https:\/\/snakelake.beer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Snake Lake<\/a> in Sylvan Lake and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blindmanbrewing.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blindman<\/a> in Lacombe? Follow them on social media to be on the lookout for their latest news.<\/p> <h3 id=\"u76330-109\">Thematic activities<\/h3>\nFor true enthusiasts, join the movement and see what Alberta has in store for you in immersive activities. Treat yourself to a refined experience as The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.banffwhiskyexperience.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Banff Whisky Experience<\/a> takes place soon at the very distinctive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.banffcentre.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Banff Center for the Arts<\/a>. A dream come true for connoisseurs with - as a bonus, a view like no other.\n<p>Head to <a href=\"http:\/\/one18empire.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">One 18 Empire<\/a> in downtown Calgary to taste some of the 300 whiskeys, ryes, bourbons and scotches offered on site in a cozy atmosphere. Much more than a restaurant, an epic adventure awaits you!<\/p> <p>Join the party at The Mashing Edmonton or any of the festivals organized annually by <a href=\"https:\/\/albertabeerfestivals.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alberta Beer Festivals<\/a> to discover a host of exclusive products, as well as joining a hyper-dynamic community. \u00a0<\/p> <p>Wherever you are in Alberta, there is something to awaken your senses thanks to experienced entrepreneurs who are proud to share their expertise. Tours are offered by reservation at most of them *.<\/p> <h6>* Non-exhaustive list. Contact the company for details.<\/h6> <p><strong>Alberta Tourism encourages you to consume responsibly. Impaired driving is dangerous and punishable by severe penalties.<\/strong><\/p> <p id=\"u76330-143\">Alberta Tourism : <a href=\"https:\/\/tourismealberta.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/tourismealberta.ca\/<\/a><\/p> <p id=\"u76330-148\">Facebook : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TourismeAlberta\/\">https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TourismeAlberta\/<\/a><\/p> <p id=\"u76330-153\">Instagram : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tourismealberta\/?hl=fr\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tourismealberta\/<\/a><\/p> <p id=\"u76330-158\">Twitter : <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/TourismeAlberta\">https:\/\/twitter.com\/TourismeAlberta<\/a><\/p> <p id=\"u76330-163\">Pinterest : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.ca\/tourismealberta\/\">https:\/\/www.pinterest.ca\/tourismealberta\/<\/a><\/p>\n<img width=\"370\" height=\"247\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/amis-assis-au-bar-de-park-distillery.jpg\" alt=\"Amis assis au bar de Park Distillery\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/amis-assis-au-bar-de-park-distillery.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/amis-assis-au-bar-de-park-distillery-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 370px) 100vw, 370px\" \/> Friends sitting at Park Distillery bar\n<img width=\"310\" height=\"207\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/couple-sur-la-terrasse-a\u0300-hell-s-basement.jpg\" alt=\"Couple sur la terrasse a\u0300 Hell&#039;s Basement\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/couple-sur-la-terrasse-a\u0300-hell-s-basement.jpg 310w, https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/couple-sur-la-terrasse-a\u0300-hell-s-basement-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 310px) 100vw, 310px\" \/> Couple on Hell's Basement's terrace.\n<img width=\"309\" height=\"206\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/de\u0301gustation-entre-amis-a\u0300-eau-claire-distillery.jpg\" alt=\"De\u0301gustation entre amis a\u0300 Eau Claire Distillery\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/de\u0301gustation-entre-amis-a\u0300-eau-claire-distillery.jpg 309w, https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/de\u0301gustation-entre-amis-a\u0300-eau-claire-distillery-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 309px) 100vw, 309px\" \/> Tasting amongst friends at Eau Claire Distillery\n<img width=\"310\" height=\"207\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/plateau-de-de\u0301gustation-a\u0300-troubled-monk.jpg\" alt=\"Plateau de de\u0301gustation a\u0300 Troubled Monk\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/plateau-de-de\u0301gustation-a\u0300-troubled-monk.jpg 310w, https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/plateau-de-de\u0301gustation-a\u0300-troubled-monk-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 310px) 100vw, 310px\" \/> Plateau de de\u0301gustation a\u0300 Troubled Monk\n<img width=\"312\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/repas-a\u0300-partager-a\u0300-park-distillery.jpg\" alt=\"Repas a\u0300 partager a\u0300 Park Distillery\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/repas-a\u0300-partager-a\u0300-park-distillery.jpg 312w, https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/repas-a\u0300-partager-a\u0300-park-distillery-195x300.jpg 195w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 312px) 100vw, 312px\" \/> Sharing Meals at Park Distillery.\n<img width=\"309\" height=\"206\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/repas-et-bie\u0300re-de-blind-enthusiasm-a\u0300-biera.jpg\" alt=\"Repas et bie\u0300re de Blind Enthusiasm a\u0300 Biera\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/repas-et-bie\u0300re-de-blind-enthusiasm-a\u0300-biera.jpg 309w, https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/repas-et-bie\u0300re-de-blind-enthusiasm-a\u0300-biera-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 309px) 100vw, 309px\" \/> Meal and beer at Blind Enthusiasm in Biera.\n<img width=\"310\" height=\"201\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/tour-guide\u0301-a\u0300-krang-spirits.jpg\" alt=\"Tour guide\u0301 a\u0300 Krang Spirits\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/tour-guide\u0301-a\u0300-krang-spirits.jpg 310w, https:\/\/www.chefandco.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/tour-guide\u0301-a\u0300-krang-spirits-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 310px) 100vw, 310px\" \/> Guided Tour at Krang 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