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Olds College Brewery

4.9/5 Google
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3.6/5 Untappd
Nano Brewery  | Opens @ 11:00 AM
4601 46 St, Olds, AB T4H 1X6, Canada

Brewery

Welcome to Olds College Brewery, the heart of hands-on learning for the Brewmaster & Brewery Operations Management 2-year diploma program. As a social enterprise, they prioritize education over profit, with all revenue from beer sales supporting both learning and the brewing industry. Explore the Student Craft Beer series, where students create and sell their unique brews, showcasing their skill and imagination from recipe to marketing. These limited-edition beers are brewed in small batches, available in various formats at the Olds College Brewery Retail Store and select outlets across central Alberta. From core brands to seasonal specialties, Olds College Brewery offers a diverse range of beer styles, ensuring every visit is a new adventure in brewing excellence!

Beer Offerings

  • Barrel Aged Beer
  • Cask Beer
  • Growler Fills
  • Keg Rentals or Sales
  • Off Sales
  • Rotating or Seasonal Taps
  • Samples

Facility and Service Enhancements

  • Family Friendly
  • Merchandise
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Pet Friendly Patio

Food and Dining Availability

  • Outside Food Delivery Permitted
  • Snacks

Take-Out, Delivery and Order Ahead

  • Call In Pick Up Orders

Brews       (tap to toggle)

  Brew data provided by UNTAPPD
  •  3.5 on Untappd.
    IPA - American | 
    6.5% Alcohol/Vol. | 
    72 IBU (Robust Bitterness) 
    2022 Gold medallist at the Alberta Brewing Awards.
    Inaugural Batch: Sunday, February 9, 2014 
  •  3.4 on Untappd.
    Wheat Beer - American Pale Wheat | 
    5% Alcohol/Vol. | 
    20 IBU (Subtle Bitterness) 
    2023 Bronze medalist at the Canadian Brewing Awards. 2021 Silver medalist at the Alberta Beer Awards in the American Wheat Ale category.
    Inaugural Batch: Wednesday, May 25, 2016 
  •  3.5 on Untappd.
    Red Ale - American Amber / Red | 
    5% Alcohol/Vol. | 
    51 IBU (Robust Bitterness) 
    2023 Bronze medallist at both the Canadian Brewing Awards and Canada Beer Cup.
    Inaugural Batch: Saturday, March 29, 2014 
  •  3.5 on Untappd.
    Brown Ale - American | 
    5.4% Alcohol/Vol. | 
    36 IBU (Gentle Bitterness) 
    2022 Judges' Selection at the Alberta Beverage Awards.
    Inaugural Batch: Friday, February 28, 2014 
  •  3.5 on Untappd.
    Pilsner - Czech / Bohemian | 
    5.8% Alcohol/Vol. | 
    29 IBU (Subtle Bitterness) 
    Inaugural Batch: Saturday, May 10, 2014 
  •  3.3 on Untappd.
    Blonde / Golden Ale - Other | 
    5% Alcohol/Vol. | 
    15 IBU (Subtle Bitterness) 
    2022 Judges' Selection at the Alberta Beverage Awards. Made with 100% Lowe barley developed at the former Field Crop Development Centre and malted at Red Shed Malting. This beer is light, bright, clean, crisp, and refreshing, showcasing all that Alberta can be.
    Inaugural Batch: Friday, September 3, 2021 
  •  3.2 on Untappd.
    Farmhouse Ale - Saison | 
    6.5% Alcohol/Vol. | 
    0 IBU (Trace Bitterness) 
    Why does summer have to end? Well with this saison we say summer can stay on…(see what we did there). This saison comes on strong and finishes dry just like an Alberta summer, with a light floral herbaceous spice and a bone dry finish this beer will have you dreaming of lounging in the sun.
    Inaugural Batch: Tuesday, July 30, 2024 
  •  4 on Untappd.
    Blonde / Golden Ale - Other | 
    5% Alcohol/Vol. | 
    0 IBU (Trace Bitterness) 
    Exclusive to Just Jack's Olds, this our Lowe Down flavoured with mango.
    Inaugural Batch: Saturday, August 20, 2022 
  • Sleepless NEW! 

     Not rated yet.
    Stout - Milk / Sweet | 
    7.1% Alcohol/Vol. | 
    0 IBU (Trace Bitterness) 
    Spiced stout by 2nd-year student Gabriel Gabriel Wasniewski.
    Inaugural Batch: Wednesday, October 23, 2024 
  • Very Cowsome NEW! 

     Not rated yet.
    Stout - Milk / Sweet | 
    4.3% Alcohol/Vol. | 
    0 IBU (Trace Bitterness) 
    Inaugural Batch: Saturday, November 23, 2024 
  • Sundown Saison NEW! 

     Not rated yet.
    Farmhouse Ale - Saison | 
    0% Alcohol/Vol. | 
    0 IBU (Trace Bitterness) 
    Inaugural Batch: Sunday, November 24, 2024 
  • Mr. Flicker NEW! 

     Not rated yet.
    Rye Beer | 
    7.5% Alcohol/Vol. | 
    0 IBU (Trace Bitterness) 
    Inaugural Batch: Monday, December 9, 2024 
  • It’s My WiBe NEW! 

     Not rated yet.
    Other | 
    6.1% Alcohol/Vol. | 
    0 IBU (Trace Bitterness) 
    Enjoy your winter with this Wine Beer Hybrid ale, made with malts contributing to its red shine and a malty body. Cabernet Sauvignon with oak chips, adds intense red profile.
    Inaugural Batch: Saturday, December 14, 2024 

Reviews       (tap to toggle)

  • Daryle Tilroe
    2 months ago
    Honestly thought I reviewed back in July when I first got in but I guess not. Finally after many years of driving by, because they have very limited hours as a teaching brewery, I finally made it twice this year. Definitely worth the stop. Excellent cores and almost always one or two student projects on tap. Very friendly and you might get lucky and have the chance to chat with a student on the patio. The only downside is no indoor seating so you can only quaff there less than half the year. However you can take home cans or have a fancy growler fill with their purge system. Worth the small detour off hwy2!
  • Kari Mayer
    4 months ago
    Beautiful day today to have a pint on our way to Calgary. Stopped by and hubby had the "Orange is the New Blonde" (blood orange blonde) and I had the Grizzly Paw Black Cherry Cola, while enjoying a game of crib on the super cute patio. Staff lady was super nice and energetic! Very helpful and enthusiastic. Definitely will make a point of stopping here again!!
  • Elden Faulkner
    2 years ago
    In Olds for a short time during vacation. Was told about the College and the great little brewery and that it was open for people to stop by. Went in and had a delightful time with the lady in the retail store. She offered us samples and we tried everything on tap from a nice wheat beer all the way to a delicious brown ale. I think the Prairie Gold IPA was my favourite, but there were several delicious brews among them. The raspberry and the pomegranate beers were trendy and interesting but not really my style. The amber and brown ales were fantastic and we bought a few to take with us. Great experience that made me wish I could have taken a program like this in college all those years ago! There is merchandise for sale as well as the beer, which is available by six pack or in a growler. Stop by, learn a little, and leave a little happier!
  • rebecca donnell
    4 years ago
    Was lovely to visit my alma mater! The brewery is new. Quite a varied selection of craft beer. All very cutely/cheekily named and branded. Love the student submissions. The girl who served us was new and and absolute delight. She mentioned she was a children's entertainer in the past. She is well suited to her post. Cute merch available as well. Thank you Olds Brewery!!
  • Mitch Waters
    6 years ago
    Went in and was offered a few samples, tried everything on tap at the time and loved the Hay City beer. The prices here are awesome, once you buy a growler you can pay up to $13 for a refill for 6 cans worth. The lady who served me was really nice and informative, she knew her stuff. They have a big selection of cans and bottles in the fridge, as well as a wall full of memorabilia and clothing, good for gifts and showing your support for local education. If I had one suggestion or request, it'd be nice to be able to sit down and have a drink, however, there selections are served next door and across town I believe, so it's no big deal.
  • 4601 46 St, Olds, AB T4H 1X6, Canada
  • (403) 556-8293
  • Opens @ 11:00 AM
    • MON: Closed
    • TUE: 11:00AM - 5:00PM
    • WED: 11:00AM - 5:00PM
    • THU: 11:00AM - 5:00PM
    • FRI: 11:00AM - 6:00PM
    • SAT: 11:00AM - 6:00PM
    • SUN: Closed
  • ocbeer.ca

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