Meet Rudders

The Rudder’s Brewery has been in production since 2000.  At the time it was established, it was one of the first breweries in Nova Scotia (maybe the 5th).  Because of this, Rudder’s has become known as a staple in southwest Nova Scotia. Rudder’s is unique in that it is a full-service restaurant and brewery combination […]

Meet Boxing Rock

We are two chemical engineers who fell in love with Shelburne, Nova Scotia – the place, the people and the lifestyle.  We quickly discovered that our career options here were limited.  So…in 2012 we founded a craft brewery and made our own jobs, and a few others too. We create craft beer experiences – we like to think […]

Meet Spindrift

Back in 2021, Spindrift was approached by a US-based beverage company that shared our name and discussions began to potentially co-exist in the Canadian marketplace. After some consideration, and with our no-nonsense spirit leading the way, we decided that this was an opportunity to create a name that better reflected who we are and more […]

APRIL 30th OPEN BREWERY DAY 2022

Here is what is going on at the various breweries around the Province on April 30th, Open Brewery Day! OPEN BREWERY DAY APRIL 30TH! Wayfarers Ale – Come for supper and try our new menu and enjoy our beer specials! Put a team together and enjoy a fun night of trivia (brush up on your beer […]

CBANS Welcomes Candid Brewing

Located in Antigonish, this family owned and operated brewery, has something for everyone, including a gluten reduced treat and non-alcoholic options.  They even have an on-site food truck called the Boneyard and the food is unbelievable!

Canadian Beer Awards 2022

The 2022 Canadian Brewing Awards winners who are also members of CBANS.  Once again, Nova Scotia Craft Brewers show they make award winning great beer! GOLD Medal Winners Uncle Leo’s Brewery for “Uncle Leo’s Czech Mate”                                        […]

CBANS Welcomes The Nova Scotia Good Cheer Trail

Tap into something new on the Nova Scotia Good Cheer Trail, Canada’s first and only winery, brewery, cidery, distillery and meadery trail.  This year, there are three easy ways to collect stamps – the print passport, the website or our Taste of Nova Scotia mobile app. Let the stories behind Nova Scotia’s local experiences inspire you […]

Hill Top Hops

In 2016 along with his family, John established Hill Top Hops developing their first hop yard. With a want to keep things as organic and sustainable as possible, they started off with 4 different kinds of hops which have now grown to 7. John and his family had fallen in love with the farm and […]

CBANS Releases 2021 Annual Report

Please click below to view our 2021 Annual Report and accompanying press release. 2021 Annual Report – Press Release 2021 Annual Report