Embracing Truly Local Brewing: A Closer Look at Actually Canadian Pilsner
In the ever-evolving craft beer world, authenticity and local pride are cherished. Electric Bicycle Brewing in Vancouver embraces this ethos with its new creation, the Actually Canadian Pilsner. Spearheaded by owner Elliot McKerr, this brew marks a commitment to crafting a beer that’s not only 100% Canadian in flavor but in every aspect of its production. As McKerr explains, “We want our beers to reflect true Canadian ownership and use ingredients sourced entirely from Canadian-owned companies.”
This dedication to localism stands out in a landscape where even small Canadian beers often import certain ingredients, like European hop varietals. Electric Bicycle’s popular Sports! Pilsner faced a similar challenge. But the brewery found a solution closer to home, partnering with a Pemberton Valley hop manufacturer to ensure their pilsner would remain authentically Canadian. Thus, the Actually Canadian Pilsner was born, replacing Sports! as a new staple in their lineup.
Brewing Beyond the Beverage
The commitment to an all-Canadian pilsner extends beyond the beer itself—it reaches the packaging as well. McKerr’s mission now includes sourcing 100% Canadian-made packaging, a task that involves securing Canadian-manufactured glass bottles and labels. While McKerr notes challenges in finding entirely Canadian-made bottle caps due to multinational ownership, efforts continue to build a fully domestic supply chain.
This ambitious local sourcing isn’t just for easy marketing; it’s a conversation starter about ownership and origins in the craft beer industry. While electric Bicycle appreciates the contribution of Canadians working for international conglomerates, aligning their product fully with Canadian ownership remains McKerr’s goal. “We’re already very Canadian, and we want to wave that flag proudly,” McKerr shares. The plan is to have this all-Canadian pilsner journey from farm to taproom by summer.
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