Shawnigan Irish Ale

ABV

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5.2%

17

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Bold malt flavours find a complex harmony with subtle hints of fruit imparted by Australian hops. Sweet, dark, and satisfying

We’ve balanced the bold malts with a selection of BC-grown hops, including Chinook and Willamette. These varieties introduce a “complex harmony” of pine resin and grapefruit notes, softened by a touch of dark fruit and floral spice. The result is a sophisticated, herbal aroma that cuts through the sweetness without overpowering the malt-forward heart of the beer.

Fermented with our House “Chico” California strain, this yeast provides a clean and natural canvas that allows the ingredients to shine. It is specifically chosen for its ability to accentuate the hop profile just enough to keep the beer balanced. This reliable strain ensures a consistent, high-quality pour that stays true to the “bold yet smooth” character of a classic red ale.

This ale features a deep, complex grain bill combining Canadian and European malts with flaked oats and wheat. You’ll taste a layers of brown sugar, graham cracker, and toffee, with a smooth bready finish. The specialty malts give it a striking deep copper red colour and a rich, satisfying body that leans into a subtle chocolate and coffee sweetness.

The addition of flaked barley and oats during the process creates a distinctively silky and creamy mouthfeel. By managing the fermentation to maintain a medium-to-full body, we ensure the flavors of caramel and stone fruit are fully integrated. The final result is a vegan-friendly brew with a dense white head and a mellow, lingering warmth in every sip.

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CRAIG STREET SEASONAL

  • SEASONAL FEATURE: Ask about our fresh feature brew $5.25 – 12oz | $8 – 19oz | Pitcher $21

HOUSE BEERS

  • COWICHAN BAY LAGER: Light, clean, and crisp German-style lager with a soft nut maltiness $5.25 – 12oz | $8 – 19oz | Pitcher $21
  • SHAWNIGAN IRISH ALE: Full-bodied red ale with sweet caramel malt and subtle hops $5.25 – 12oz | $8 – 19oz | Pitcher $21
  • ARBUTUS PALE ALE: Traditional pale ale with North American hop influence $5.25 – 12oz | $8 – 19oz | Pitcher $21
  • MT. PREVOST PORTER: A smooth and silky dark beer with cocoa and roasted malt $5.25 – 12oz | $8 – 19oz | Pitcher $21

SAMPLERS & FLIGHTS

  • TOOLKIT: Try a flight of all four house beers and our feature brew $12 – 20oz

WHITE WINES

  • PINOT GRIGIO: Jacob’s Creek, Australia $8 – 6oz | $12 – 9oz | Bottle $30
  • CHARDONNAY: Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi, California $9 – 6oz | $13.5 – 9oz | Bottle $34
  • SAUVIGNON BLANC: Stoneleigh, New Zealand $10 – 6oz | $15 – 9oz | Bottle $39
  • DAMASCO: Vigneti Zanatta, Cowichan Valley Bottle $39
  • ROSE: Blue Grouse, Cowichan Valley Bottle $39
  • ORTEGA: Blue Grouse, Cowichan Valley Bottle $39
  • BACCHUS: Alderlea, Cowichan Valley Bottle $39

RED WINES

  • MERLOT: Open, Okanagan $8 – 6oz | $12 – 9oz | Bottle $30
  • MALBEC: Graffigna, Argentina $9 – 6oz | $13.5 – 9oz | Bottle $34
  • CABERNET SAUVIGNON: Inniskillin, Okanagan $9 – 6oz | $13.5 – 9oz | Bottle $34
  • PETITE SIRAH: Caravan, Australia Bottle $39
  • PINOT NOIR: Averill Creek, Cowichan Valley Bottle $53
  • CABERNET SAUVIGNON: Liberty School, California Bottle $57
  • SHIRAZ-VIOGNIER: Johnny Q, Australia Bottle $34
  • CLARINET: Alderlea, Cowichan Valley Bottle $40

COCKTAILS

  • BELLINI: Absolut Apeach vodka, peach slush and a drizzle of red wine. $11 – 2oz
  • BRAMBLE: Beefeater gin, creme de mure, fresh lemon juice and simple syrup. $13 – 2oz
  • JAKE’S LEMONADE: Absolut vodka and fresh, house-made lemonade. $13 – 2oz
  • ROCKS MARGARITA: Jose Cuervo tequila, triple Sec, fresh lime and a salt rim. $14 – 2oz
  • SANGRIA: Red or White Wine, brandy, orange, apple and pineapple juice with ginger ale. $15 – 1oz + 6oz Wine
  • MOSCOW MULE: Absolut vodka, fresh lime juice, ginger beer and mint. $14 – 2oz
  • WHISKEY SOUR: Maker’s Mark bourbon, fresh lemon and lime juice with simple syrup, bitters and egg whites. $15 – 2oz
  • OLD FASHIONED: Bulleit bourbon, sugar, bitters and orange zest. $15 – 2oz

MARTINIS

  • ADAM BOMB: Raspberry Absolut, melon liqueur, cranberry and lime juice. $13 – 2oz
  • CARAMEL APPLE: Butter ripple schnapps, apple Sour Puss and apple juice. $13 – 2oz
  • COSMOPOLITAN: Absolut vodka, triple sec, lime and cranberry juice. $13 – 2oz
  • JAKE’S FAVOURITE: Absolut vodka, blue curacao and cranberry juice. $13 – 2oz
  • CLASSIC: Beefeater gin or Absolut vodka with vermouth and olives. $13 – 2oz