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i guess i gotta stick with the training, now... NEW Stout competition: B.C.  brewers to box each other for charity Plus, check out Rebecca Whyman's beer picks for this week CBC News   Posted: Jan 17, 2017 4:19 PM PT  Last Updated: Jan 17, 2017 4:20 PM PT Ian Kampman of Brassneck Brewery was a contender at the 2016 edition of Beer Wars. This year, On The Coast beer columnist Rebecca Whyman will enter the ring. (Jeremy Allingham/CBC) 2 shares Facebook Twitter Reddit Google Share Email Related Stories OTC Beer and Wine Milkshake beer could be among 2017's craft brewing trends Craft brewery boxers take a swing at bulging beer guts People in B.C.'s craft beer industry are ready for another round — in this case, another round in the boxing ring. The second annual B.C. Beer Wars will see people in Vancouver and Victoria's craft beer scenes box each other to be...

Serving beer at Christmas  dinner? Here are some tips No rules for beer pairing — just some guidelines CBC News   Posted: Dec 20, 2016 4:45 PM PT  Last Updated: Dec 20, 2016 4:45 PM PT You can serve more than wine at your family's Christmas dinner. (John McStravick/Flickr) Facebook Twitter Reddit Google Share Email Related Stories OTC Beer and Wine Festive season and cold weather call for 'mouthfilling' red wines Warm the cockles of your heart with these cozy winter beers Nothing beats a nice glass of wine at Christmas dinner — except maybe a nice glass of beer. On The Coast  beer columnist Rebecca Whyman has some thoughts on what craft brews are best to serve with your holiday feast. "There are no hard and fast rules for beer pairing. Complementing or contrasting flavours are the two basic ways to go, but within those, you can go so many different place...

my notes from tuesday's beer column on cbc radio one's on the coast with stephen quinn: Spring, schming! This year we seem to have skipped Spring and gone directly to Summer.  Here's what I think you should drink now Summer's here: Generally people like a more effervescent beer in the summer months.  When the weather heats up, people lean more towards the beers that seem “lighter” – in body, and often in alcohol too.  Wheat beers are a great summer choice as they have extra thirst quenching ability because of their increased acidity from the wheat: Belgian witbiers are brewed with malted barley and raw wheat, lightly spiced with coriander and bitter orange peel, and subtly hopped.  They pair really well with vinaigrette salads, shrimp, thai food and brunch faves like bacon and eggs.   Local examples of the style:   Yellow Dog Take a Walk Wit – 4.9% - available in 4 packs of tall cans and at the tasting room; Strange Fello...

me again! Need Valentine's Day ideas? Think beer, says Rebecca Whyman Also, check out this week's picks By On The Coast,  CBC News   Posted: Feb 02, 2016 5:00 PM PT  Last Updated: Feb 02, 2016 5:00 PM PT Powell Street Brewing's Le Vagabond is one of Rebecca Whyman's picks this week. “This little beauty features notes of strawberry, citrus and spice, finishing dry with the unique character of French saison yeast.” (@PowellBeer/Twitter) Facebook Twitter Reddit Google Share Email Related Stories OTC beer and wine Distillers and brewers sharing barrels in new trend B.C. craft beer scene set to grow in 2016, says beer columnist Valentine's Day is approaching, the day when people everywhere will be saying, "I love you" to that special someone. But  On The Coast  beer columnist Rebecca Whyman wants people to consider saying "I love  brew"  i...