We’ll admit it, we get bored fairly easily. We wanted to make a new beer and found a more expensive way to do it. We all got pretty jazzed about putting a Scotch ale into some barrels, but the question remained, what kind? The overwhelming choice was bourbon, but red wine was also on the table. Why not both? The result is a beer that you notice when you drink it – your senses get...
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Calling all foodies: Brewmasters Dinner at Amuse Bistro! by MB. Join our founder, Matt Phillips for a five-course interactive dinner at the award winning Amuse Bistro in Shawnigan Lake. Have your beer questions answered while enjoying a creative and local menu lovingly prepared by the chefs at Amuse, paired with Phillips beers. Seating is limited! Thursday, March 26th $75 per person. Please call the restaurant for reservations: 250-743-3667. Amusebistro.com
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by MB. Big enough to slay the strongest thirst, this is the long awaited second release of our bold Imperial Red Ale, the Double Dragon. After making its first appearance last spring to rave reviews, it's a sure sign the season is changing. Majestic malt battles with honourable hops for the affection of your taste buds.  With a whopping 8.2% alcohol, this fiery ale bites back. Don't forget to change your clocks on the 8th. Available for a limited...
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Grab yourself a pint and settle in to be entertained by some of Victoria's best improvisers. You will be held in a state of complete amusement by host and local funnyman Wes Borg as he guides you through the turnstile of hillarity. You can find your seats at the Victoria Event Center (1415 Broad st.) on Sunday February 22nd (@ 8pm) and tickets are $10 ($8 with student ID).
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Call for submissions: We have a beautiful lobby space at our new brewery location and we'd like to fill it with great art. We're offering our walls on a monthly rotation to local artists who could use some space. We'll even throw in an opening reception with Phillips beer on hand of course. To make a request, just drop us an email with a quick bio and a photo of a sample piece.
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No it isn’t dinner, but you are going to need to leave room for this tasting! Andrew, the purveyor of fine cheese at Ottavio will be pairing 10 cheeses with a variety of our beers at the brewery, February 19, 7-9pm. Space is limited, cost is $35 each. Tickets are available at the Brewery or Ottavio, starting Feb 2!!
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