Daughters of Beer

We are two good friends who love beer and will travel far to find it. We make notes of the beer we discover and share our musings with others because we believe beer is a tradition that is best shared, and because otherwise we wouldn't remember them.

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We went deep into the cellar this week to sample some old Driftwood Cellar Dweller. The 2010 did not age so well (no wax seal) with less carbonation and notes of vinegar! The 2013 aged gracefully with a silky smooth texture and lots of molasses. The 2012 was good as well and quite a bit darker in colour. We haven’t collected barely wine for some time and it was fun to revisit this beer after so many years. 2011 was consumed recklessly a few years ago and we are saving 2014 and 2015 for another session. Just for fun we threw in a can of Kees barley wine 2022 aged in white wine barrels which was delicious.

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We’re raising our glasses to our friends at Callister, and looking back at all the memorable beer and good times we had there over the past 10 years. This lovely brewery was a regular stop for us as part of the Yeast Van hop and gallery circuit, and we also got to brew a beer there with Diana. We’re sad this unique, collaborative brewery will be closing, but look forward to seeing what the future holds ... cheers to you Chris and Diana! 

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Closing off the holidays with the Phantasmic Mr. Fox - soft IPA with magical phantasm. Another delicious collaboration. Cheers! . . #giftbeer #oregon #craftbeer #beerfortheholidays #beerpics #beerbuddies #beerjoy (at Nanaimo, British Columbia) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm78V7MLEC6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Winding up 2022 with a seasonal favourite - Magnanimous IPA brewed with grand fir, a gift from my sister of beer. We won’t ring in the NY together this year but we are together in beer spirit 🍻😘 . . #beerbuddies #beeryear #nye2022 #oregon #craftbeer #beerpics (at Nanaimo, British Columbia) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm2v4geLe3d/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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“…Bee after beer will lead you toward the honey tree…” . Loving these Kings and Daughters collaborations. Cheers with this New England pale ale with Track Brewing. . #anniedillard #beerandbooks #beerandweaving #craftbeer #beergift #beerpics #beerbuddies #beeroclock #beerjoy #beer (at Nanaimo, British Columbia) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cmxf5tUp4Sk/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Holiday treats - Called West IPA with Back East butter tarts (mom’s recipe)! . . . #beerfortheholidays #craftbeer #beerbuddies #buttertarts #beerjoy (at Nanaimo, British Columbia) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cmp5ql1L8B6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Happy winter solstice. This Blonde pairs nicely with brighter days ❄️☀️🍻 . . . #wintersolstice #bc #craftbeer #beerpics (at Nanaimo, British Columbia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CmdB4Qcr_Ug/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Let the holidays begin! . . . #dixmas #ipa #beerjoy #brassneck #beerpics #beerbuddies #bc #craftbeer (at Nanaimo, British Columbia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CmYUlLDueaD/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Best in Show! It may have been Winston the French bulldog @nationaldogshow but here it’s Jerome and @sunriverbrewing Rippin NW Pale Ale #dogthanking #beerthanking (at Montavilla) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClXFP9xvZ_I/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Rocky Mountain highs ⛰🍻🧈🥂🎉 . . #beertravel #beercation #denver #craftbeer #gabf #drinkhigh #beerpics (at Denver, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cjaw25guHR2/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Waiting for @greatamericanbeerfestival #denverbluebear #denverbeerweek (at Colorado Convention Center) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjTOWXgueh3/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Sneak previews today - Greenback Table Sour and Triangle of Sadness with some Solid Hex and Enigma Boundless in between 🍻 . . . #beertravel #beerbuddies #beeroclock #beerpics #denvercraftbeerweek #gabf #drinklocal #beer (at Denver, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjR6AlVs6k7/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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We’re back at work! Biere Ovale mixed culture foeder saison and Brett Saison Trystero @omfbrewing #ourmutualfriend #denverbeerweek (at Our Mutual Friend Brewery) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjO5-Vdpuo7/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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First tastes of Denver! . . #beertravel #beerbuddies #beerpics #beerrunner #beercity #beeroclock #milehighcity #denver (at Odell Brewing Five Points Brewhouse) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjOrlFGs_V6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Cascade Room, Vancouver July 2, 2011

Cantillon, Brussels April 29, 2013

Mikkeller, Copenhagen May 2, 2013

Oregon Beer Festival, Portland

Vermont Beer Festival, Burlington July 18, 2014

The Festival, LA November 8, 2014

Storm Brewing, Vancouver July 19, 2020

The Alibi Room, Vancouver June 26, 2020

Whetstone Brewing, Brattleboro, VT May 27, 2022

North Adams, MA May 28, 2022 (with a Heady Topper)

We have had to take a pause recently to collect ourselves after the sudden loss of our dear Ross.

He has been with us since the start of our beer journey in 2010 up until the last pints we had with him recently in 2022. He was a boyfriend, our brother in beer, our best friend, and an all around amazing human being.

Ross was with us on our best beer adventures; London, Brussels, Copenhagen, Los Angeles, Austin, Portland, Seattle, Burlington and all the darlings of Vermont. He found us all the best places to drink, eat, and sought out all the best music in our travels. He was a constant in our lives and our circle of friends.

We want to share the joy he brought to our lives with you here, it just took some time to see through the tears.

Thank you for your gifts of friendship and love. We will hold onto them forever.

Cheers Ross!

We love you and miss you.

C & A xo

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Perfect day for Montreal! Running in Parc Mont Royal and beering at Benelux and Dieu du Ciel🍻

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Enjoyed all the sours and IPAs after an interprovincial run.