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Paul Adair
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North Keg Joins a Global Pool

After joining Evaaro’s international keg-pooling platform, North Keg is offering Canadian brewers something no standalone lessor can match: a network
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Features

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Rows of grape vines in vineyard
When the Climate Fights BackFeatureOther

When the Climate Fights Back

Kristine HuiKristine HuiAugust 25, 2026
Don inspecting snifter of liquor in cellar
The Curious BlenderFeatureSpirits

The Curious Blender

Chelsea ClarkeChelsea ClarkeAugust 20, 2026
Bartender pours cocktail from steel shaker into drinking glass against dark blurred background
Behind the Bar, In Front of the CameraFeatureSpirits

Behind the Bar, In Front of the Camera

Marie-Ève VenneMarie-Ève VenneAugust 18, 2026
Editor's Message

Masters of Mixology

When I first sat down to edit this issue of Poured Canada, I thought the theme, “Masters of Mixology,” would focus more on the finished cocktail: the garnish, the glassware, the presentation. But as I combed through each story, I discovered that mixology is actually about something much bigger.

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Margaret Spratt

Margaret Spratt

Poured Canada editor

Profiles

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Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada. Beautiful view of a historic port on the Atlantic Ocean Coast
Ironworks DistilleryProfileSpirits

Ironworks Distillery

Josée GulayetsJosée GulayetsSeptember 3, 2026
Bottles of wine against dark background and low, moody lighting
Black Hills Estate WineryProfileWine

Black Hills Estate Winery

Shelley BoettcherShelley BoettcherSeptember 1, 2026
Street view of Le Trou Du Diable
Le Trou Du DiableProfileBeer

Le Trou Du Diable

Don TseDon TseAugust 27, 2026

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Facing Our Future TogetherArticleBeer

Facing Our Future Together

Ontario Craft BrewersOntario Craft BrewersSeptember 17, 2026
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Why Craft Producers Need Stronger Controls to Stay CompetitiveArticleOther

Why Craft Producers Need Stronger Controls to Stay Competitive

MNPMNPSeptember 15, 2026
Jason mixes cocktail in shaker
Saskatoon Mixologist Takes Centre Stage at International CompetitionArticleSpirits

Saskatoon Mixologist Takes Centre Stage at International Competition

Jim TimlickJim TimlickSeptember 10, 2026
Cropped photo from back of man on beach carrying ice chest full of beer bottles
Beyond the PintArticleBeer

Beyond the Pint

Beer CanadaBeer CanadaSeptember 8, 2026

Industry News

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Bottle of Barnburner Whisky on Maverick barrel
Maverick Distillery Is Building Canada’s Bourbon House, One Barrel at a TimeNewsSpirits

Maverick Distillery Is Building Canada’s Bourbon House, One Barrel at a Time

Ask any Canadian whisky drinker what has been missing from the liquor store shelf lately, and the answer is usually the same: bourbon. With the Canada-U.S. trade war making many…
September 16, 2026
Four varieties of craft beer, lined up on a table
Canada’s Beer Excise EscalatorNewsBeer

Canada’s Beer Excise Escalator

Since 2017, federal excise tax on beer has increased by 20 per cent. Yet, federal beer excise revenues have remained essentially flat since 2020.
September 9, 2026
View of Canadian craft beer cans on store shelf
Saskatchewan Brewers and Distillers Support 50-Per-Cent Levy on Alcohol Imports from the U.S.NewsOther

Saskatchewan Brewers and Distillers Support 50-Per-Cent Levy on Alcohol Imports from the U.S.

Saskatchewan brewers and distillers have voiced their support for levy in response to tariff on Canadian alcohol the U.S. enacted on Aug. 22
September 9, 2026
Buy Canadian Instead sign on empty shelf
Saskatchewan Responds to United States Trade Measures with Levy on American AlcoholNewsOther

Saskatchewan Responds to United States Trade Measures with Levy on American Alcohol

Saskatchewan reciprocated to the 50-per-cent tariff on Canadian alcohol enacted on Aug. 22
September 9, 2026
Aerial view of vineyard at dusk
Okanagan Crush Pad Reports Strong Recovery Across Summerland Sites Following Bald Range WildfireNewsWine

Okanagan Crush Pad Reports Strong Recovery Across Summerland Sites Following Bald Range Wildfire

Okanagan Crush Pad reports that its team, vineyards, winery and the majority of its farming infrastructure have come through the Bald Range wildfire in remarkably good condition. The wildfire moved…
August 21, 2026
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NC Craft is served: Historic new brand unifies college’s wine, beer, spirits and ciderNewsSpirits

NC Craft is served: Historic new brand unifies college’s wine, beer, spirits and cider

Niagara College (NC) has officially tapped into a bold new chapter, distilling decades of leadership in Canadian beverage education into one powerful brand. Called “NC Craft,” the new branding for…
August 12, 2026

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