Host a craft beer tasting

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A celebration of the art of brewing.

Beer lovers have more to love every year from across Canada, including an impressive number of brews from right here at home. In fact, Nova Scotia has more craft brewers per capita than anywhere else in the country. So why not plan a get-together specifically to appreciate the ever-growing number of styles and flavours? We’ve put together a selection of hosting tips, recipes and product suggestions to help get you started.

Four different kinds of beers in a row ranging from amber to dark with labels 1 through 4

How to host a beer tasting

Learn how to host a beer tasting to show your appreciation for your favourite beverage.

Learn how to host a beer tasting

Get to know seven Nova Scotia craft brewers

Get to know seven local craft brewers. Big Spruce Brewing, Nine Locks and 2 Crows Brewing are just some of Nova Scotia’s craft brewers that have names as creative as their beers are flavourful.

Learn about seven NS craft brewers

Three local beer and cheese pairings

Here are three Nova Scotia beer and cheese pairing suggestions you’re sure to love. In NS, we are lucky to have many choices when it comes to local beers and cheeses.

Learn to pair NS beer and cheese

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Beer style basics

Whether you’re all about the hops, mad for malt or love a little fruit in your brew, there’s a beer style that fits your flavour profile.

Learn the basics about beer styles