Whether you're looking for crowd-pleaser gifts or want to raise a pint to celebrate this holiday season, you can't go wrong with craft beer. If you've been thinking about checking out some of our local Victoria breweries, this is the perfect time. Start things off with a visit to some of our real estate agents' favourite craft breweries around the city.

• Whistle Buoy Brewing Company - 560 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3C6
  If you're looking for some of the best craft beer around Market Square, be sure to pay a visit to Whistle Buoy Brewing Company. This brewery makes its beer in small batches to allow for creativity and flexibility. This holiday season, try Stouty McStoutface with its dark, rich coffee flavour, or go for Downpour, a dark beer with a balance of bitter and sweet tastes. Give the gift of Whistle Buoy with 20 percent off all holiday gift cards until December 24.
  
  
• Hoyne Brewing Company - 2740 Bridge Street #101, Victoria, BC V8T 5C5
  Hoyne Brewing Company was opened in 2011 by a passionate local brewer with experience working under Frank Appleton, one of the founding fathers of B.C.'s craft brewing industry. They've won the Time's Colonist Reader's Choice Award for Best Brewery for five years in a row, and they frequently collaborate with charities to raise funds for good causes. For a special holiday treat, try their Gratitude Winter Ale, an extra-strength brew with rich roasted notes and a hint of spice sure to warm you up.
  
  
• Phillips Brewing and Malting - 2000 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4P1
  Phillips Brewing and Malting is one of Canada's most popular craft breweries, exporting many of its signature beers to major retailers across the nation. They malt their own locally sourced barley for each brew, allowing them to tinker with the flavour balance in each recipe until they get it just right. Whether it's the classic taste of their crisp Blue Buck ale, the warm, spicy kick of their Ginger Beer, or the intensely malty chocolate notes of their Heavy Pedal Port, they've got something for everyone on your holiday shopping list.
  
  
• Swift Brewing - 450 Swift Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1S3
  Swift Brewing is a laid-back craft brewery near our Victoria homes for sale with a flair for retro style and flavours. Their tasting room is nestled in a beautiful historic building dating back to 1894 and is well worth a visit, but you can also get their brews in cans to enjoy later or give as gifts. Try their award-winning Smooth Operator hazy pale ale or ring in the holidays with their Knight Rider Milk Stout. Its creamy mouthfeel and subtle sweetness make it the perfect brew to toast with during all your celebrations. 
  
  
• Spinnakers – 308 Catherine Street, Victoria, BC V9A 3S8
  Spinnakers is known as the oldest brewpub in Canada, first opening to the public in 1984. They remain one of the top breweries in B.C. today, producing a full suite of handcrafted brews that draw in customers from all over the country. Their signature Mitchell's Extra Special Bitter is an English-style brew made with specialty malts and hops to create a complex yet irresistible flavour profile perfect for holiday gatherings. If you're looking for something with more seasonal flavours, their Nut Brown Ale, Coffee Blonde, and Black Mamba brews all offer a warmer, sweeter taste you might enjoy.
  
  
• Moon Brewery and Pub - 350B Bay Street, Victoria, BC V8T 1P7
  Moon Brewery and Pub is a local brewery best known for its welcoming atmosphere and fun community events, making it a great place to grab a beer when you're looking for a little holiday cheer. Their award-winning Potts Pilsner offers an innovative twist on a classic drink, but we're particularly fond of their Lightside of the Moon Session Lager. This craft lager is brewed with sweet orange peel for a unique, refreshing finish perfect for the holidays. 

Want to see what these breweries are cooking up all year long? Contact us today to learn more about the many gorgeous Victoria homes we're currently representing.