Olds College Brewery

As a social enterprise we are not profit driven. All revenue from beer sales goes toward supporting education and in doing so, the brewing industry. Our only goal is to train the next generation right and to produce the best beer possible while doing so.

The brewing industry in Alberta and Canada is growing rapidly. Customer demand has led to an explosion in the numbers of locally owned and operated craft breweries. The demand for locally produced brews has led to establishing the Olds College Brewmaster and Brewery Operations Management program, and the Olds College Brewery and Brewery Retail Store. The Olds College Brewery Retail Store sells cans, bottles, bombers, growlers and kegs. Our beers are also available at leading bars, restaurants, and liquor retailers across central Alberta! We produce all types of beer and train students in all beer styles, so we are constantly turning out new and creative seasonal brews in addition to our four ‘core’ brands.

Core Beers

Student Creations

Seasonal Beers

Find Our Beer

Update on actions we are taking in regard to COVID-19

We are staying up to date on all information available from Health authorities in an effort to operate in the safest manner possible. The retail store will remain open with normal hours until further notice. However, to be safe to our customers and our staff, we are implementing a few precautionary measures:

We will be taking extra precautions with cleaning and sanitizing surfaces multiple times a day.
We will encourage staff to increase the frequency of handwashing and will provide a hand sanitizer station for customers.
We will keep a social distance between staffs and customers.
We will be offering CURB-SIDE Pickup again during business hours. Customers must place their order and proceed to payment by calling the retail at 403-556-8293.

Hay City

This Pacific Northwest-styled IPA combines a full, malty backbone to balance an aggressive hopping schedule. Caramel and light, bready flavours from the malts intermingle with the powerful citrus, resin, and tropical fruit character of the hops. An intensely hoppy beer elegantly balanced for quaffability.

Style: American Wheat Ale
ABV: 5.0% | IBU: 20 | SRM: 5

Aggie Ale

Dank and citrusy hops are backed by a toasty caramel malt body with hints of bready overtones. Aggie Ale is generously hopped with a blend of Pacific Northwest style hops throughout the brewing process to let you know what the students are all about. Pairs perfectly with a completed midterm.patio.

Style: Pacific Northwest Amber Ale
ABV: 5.0% | IBU: 51 | SRM: 21

Old Skhool

Full of rich, nutty, and roasty flavours, this American style brown ale has just the right balance of hop character to pique the interest and balance the malt complexity. Pairs perfectly with cold winter days while remaining light enough to spend some time on the summer patio.

Style: American Brown Ale
ABV: 5.4% | IBU: 36 | SRM: 38

Prairie Gold

This Pacific Northwest-styled IPA combines a full, malty backbone to balance an aggressive hopping schedule. Caramel and light, bready flavours from the malts intermingle with the powerful citrus, resin, and tropical fruit character of the hops. An intensely hoppy beer elegantly balanced for quaffability.

Style: India Pale Ale
ABV: 6.5% | IBU: 72 | SRM: 10

Limited Editions & Student Creations

The Student Craft Beer series allows students of the Olds College Brewmaster and Brewery Operations Management program to create and sell their very own beers. From the recipe, through the brewing process, to the naming and marketing of the beer, these beers are a product of the skill, determination, and imagination of our students. These beers are brewed in smaller batches, and as such are available in limited quantities. Pick one up today and try them for yourself!

Beer School XPA

Nelson Sauvin and Sabro hops put the "Extra" into this Extra Pale Ale. Pomelo, tangerine, nectarine, overripe pineapple, and hints of coconut give this light-bodied, low maltiness pale ale a flavourful punch.

One Shot

Easy-drinking session IPA with a hint of tangerine and orange. Well balanced between the malts and hops. Not too sweet and not too bitter. Dry-hopped with Amarillo and Centennial hops, for a delightful aroma.

Your Wish is Pomegranted

The 2021 #BeTheBrewer beer is a mildly tart, hazy, but not hoppy, summer crusher that could also be enjoyable well into the autumn months. Saskatoon puree and pomegranate juice give this beer a sun-kissed glow with undertones as well as overtones of fruitiness. Sessionable, with a clean, wheaty semi-dry finish, this beer would pair well with BBQ, fish, turkey dinner, or with ice cream for a refreshing treat!

Synergy 40 Mile Beer

We wanted to generate a certain 'Synergy' by partnering with Alberta Farmers and Red Shed Malting to make this an easy drinking beer for everyone. Synergy is a single malt, single hop Blonde Ale. Enjoy a cold one while they last.

Saazquatch Lager

This Czech-style pils is a refined beast. While true to its style with fruity and floral tones and slight grassy notes... it definitely has attitude. The subtle spiciness of this beer's namesake Saaz hop complements its sweet and savoury malt character. Rarely seen, you don't need to have big feet to know this beer is sure to become a legend!

Pile Driver Double IPA (out of stock)

Every sip of our Pile Driver Double IPA hits the tongue with a heavy dose of hops and drives the flavour deep into your taste buds. Liberal use of hops late in the boil and dry-hopping creates flavours of syrupy mango and papaya with hints of passion fruit. Light sweetness and creamy mouthfeel conceal the power within.

Babrewska

Previously brewed by the Olds College SAAZ Club, this beer was re-imagined with a heavier body and thicker mouthfeel than the original. Notes of raisin and plums, with undertones of licorice and tobacco mingle with the soft dark chocolate and whiskey character. This is the perfect beer to enjoy now or wait to sip during the cold winter months next to the fire.