Whistle Buoy Non-Alcoholic Dark Beer

Malt-forward but not too heavy, and decent bitterness! A complex malt profile with toasty coffee, biscuit, and caramel notes from barley, oat, and wheat, with spicy carbonation bringing actually bitter hops on the finish. Ale-like and tangy.

Whistle Buoy, Victoria BC's smallest brewery? They brew everything out of their facility in Market Square, where you can also enjoy their tasting room and delightful patio in Market Square's courtyard.

Their non-alc exploration started with the release of Little Viz, a 0.5% non-alcoholic hazy. The rest of the line-up dropped rather surprisingly in January 2025. We're delighted they've leaned in and offered up such a diverse but deftly executed lineup. Here's to many more!