OUR BEER
At Rival Trade Brewing, we take pride in our finely crafted selection of beers, each with its own unique story and taste profile. Our diverse range caters to all palates, from the hop aficionados to the lovers of the crisp and refreshing. Or dive into the rich and robust world of our dark beer, where bold flavors and smooth textures redefine the craft experience. Each brew is a testament to our dedication to quality and the art of beer-making.
Explore our array of beers below, where we use a simple iconography to help guide your taste adventure: whether you lean towards the hoppy notes of a Pale Ale, the German Munich Helles lager, or the creamy fruityness of an Orange Cream Ale. We invite you to dive into the descriptions that paint a picture of each beer’s character and craft.
Find your favorite or explore something new – each sip promises a journey through the peaks and valleys of flavour found at Rival Trade Brewing.
BOGGY HALL
BROWN ALE
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ABV: 5.0%
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Profile:☕🍫🪵 (smooth, chocolate, coffee)
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Tasting Notes: This dark, roasted malt, mild espresso and chocolate flavoured beer is worth exploring as much as the lesser known Boggy Hall fort for which it was named. Let this delicious brown ale help fuel your next adventure.
TRAPPER
ORANGE CREAM ALE
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ABV: 4.8%
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Profile:🍊🌊🦫(Orange zest, refreshing, vanilla)
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Tasting Notes: From the fur trade to modern day, trapping has lived on, especially in our area. It was a major contributing factor to what first established our country and today has added value in conservation, environmental protection and maintaining biodiversity. This orange cream ale is sure to awaken your taste buds with real orange zest complimented by Amarillo hops. The smooth, subtle sweetness and overall easiness to drink is sure to lure you and your friends back for more.
Mountain Ape
NEIPA
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ABV: 5.1%
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Profile: 🦧🏔️🍋 (Hazy,Tropical,Juicy)
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Tasting Notes: Dive into a hazy forest of juicy hops, bursting with notes of tropical fruits and citrus, balanced by a smooth, creamy finish. Embrace the myth, savour the mystery, and let the Mountain Ape take you on an unforgettable journey.
LOCAL BARLEY
ENGLISH PALE ALE
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ABV: 4.9%
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Profile: 🌾🌾🔥 (Malty, Hoppy, Strong)
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Tasting Notes: A true local's favorite, boasting a bold malt backbone with a hoppy edge. A proud representation of homegrown barley.
RANCH HAND
EASY DRINKING LAGER
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ABV: 4.2%
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Profile: 🌾🔅🌊 (Malty, Light, Smooth)
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Tasting Notes: An easy-drinking lager with a clean finish, perfect for quenching your thirst after a day on the ranch.
THE GOAT
MUNICH HELLES LAGER
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ABV: 5.1%
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Profile: 🌾🔅🌊🐐🕶️ (Malty, Light, Smooth)
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Tasting Notes: Crisp lager, sweet malt body, and a floral bouquet, finishing with a delicate hop touch. The perfect blend of tradition and refreshment.
AMBER LAGER
RIVAL TRADE
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ABV: 5.3%
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Profile: 🌾 (Malty, Smooth, Balanced)
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Tasting Notes:A rich and malty lager with a perfect balance of caramel sweetness and a smooth, toasty finish. Subtle notes of biscuit and light toffee linger on the palate, making this amber brew crisp, flavourful, and exceptionally drinkable. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a true classic that pays tribute to tradition while embracing modern craft.
PILSNER
RIVAL TRADE
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ABV: 4.5%
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Profile: 🌾🏔️✌️ (Crisp, Clean, Classic)
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Tasting Notes: Discover the crisp, refreshing taste of Rival Trade Pilsner. This German-style pilsner features a bright golden colour, floral hop aroma, and a clean, balanced finish. Perfect for any occasion, it embodies the essence of classic brewing.
RED ALE
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ABV: 5.0%
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Profile: 🍁🔥🌾 (Caramel, Strong, Malty)
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Tasting Notes: Amber ale with a malt-forward profile, featuring caramel richness and a smooth finish.
THE BEAVER
RASPBERRY CREAM ALE
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ABV: 5.2%
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Profile: 🦫🌊🕶️(Raspberry,Fruity,Balanced)
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Tasting Notes: Meet "The Beaver" – the smooth operator of the fur trade, now reincarnated into a raspberry cream ale that'll make history blush. Crafted with creamy allure and a burst of tangy raspberries, each sip is a nod to our Rocky Mountain roots. So, grab a can, raise a toast to the legends of old, and let "The Beaver" lead you on a wild ride through flavour country.
AURORA
Key Lime Pie Sour
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ABV: 3.8%
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Profile:🦊🥧(KeyLime,Vanilla,Refreshing)
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Tasting Notes: Inspired by the elusive arctic fox, this tart, sour wheat beer captures the spirit of the wilderness and magic of the northern lights. This Berliner Weisse sour features a modern twist with key lime pie sweetness. High in carbonation, low in alcohol, and perfectly balanced, Aurora is uniquely delicious.
MINERS
OATMEAL CHOCOLATE STOUT
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ABV: 5.5%
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Profile: 🍫🖤 (Chocolate,Smooth,Rich)
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Tasting Notes: "Miners Oatmeal Chocolate Stout" pays homage to our areas mining roots. This rich brew blends smooth oatmeal with the sweet allure of chocolate. Velvety and satisfying, each sip is a tribute to the miners' resilience. Cheers to history in every drop!
MIGHTY MOOSE
SCOTCH ALE
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ABV: 5.3%
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Profile: 🫎🥃❤️ (Malt Forward,Caramel)
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Tasting Notes: Mighty like the local Canadian moose, this boisterous ale kicks a serious punch with its malt forward, full bodied caramel flavours. Originating in Scotland in the 1800's, the scotch ale (AKA "wee heavy") is a unique and flavourful ale that is sure to warm you up on cooler days.
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