Author: Lauren Benson

Good people. Good beer. Great places to drink it. Meet Our Friends at Frankie’s Italian Kitchen & Bar If your idea of a perfect night involves a table full of pasta, a great glass of wine, and a few laughs that linger longer than the meal, then you are already speaking Frankie’s language. A Taste of Southern Italy, Right at Your Table For nearly six years, Frankie’s has been serving up the kind of Italian comfort food that feels like it came straight from Nonna’s kitchen. The menu is a love letter to southern Italy, packed with house made pastas,…

Good people. Good beer. Great places to drink it. Here’s a look at an awesome spot pouring LowBrewCo in Winnipeg – say hello to Underdogs! About the Underdogs and their History Underdogs are a locally owned sports bar on Portage Ave that’s been proudly serving the community since 2016. While sports are at the heart of what they do, they’ve grown into much more than just a game-day destination. They’re a place where people come together for great drinks, great food, and even better company! They also offer catering, arcade games, and they regularly host community-focused events. Underdogs opened their doors…

Not all of our moments can be wrapped into one post but we can definitely share some of our favourites! Relive 2025 with us! Deep 6 2025 Edition — DOUBLE CHOCOLATE CHERRY SOUR DARK ALE Aged for 6 months under the ice at the bottom of Lake of the Woods in icy temperatures! This rich, full-bodied dark ale delivered bold chocolate notes with hints of maraschino cherry and almond. Dark brown in colour with a red hue, topped by an off-white head with a full-bodied mouthfeel. ABV: 7% | IBU: 28 | SRM: 36 January 2025 Introducing Hopeweizen—our take on…

Giving back to our community and region is at the heart of what we do, and our Charity Pints Program was created to make a meaningful impact across Kenora, the Lake of the Woods region, Thunder Bay, and Manitoba. Each month of 2026, we will have a new beer highlighted as our Charity Pint of the month available both in our Kenora and Winnipeg taprooms! January: The Beer with No Name February: True North Lager March: Sneaky Peach April: Session IPA May: Klippy’s White IPA Below are details about each of the 3 charities we have chosen to support this…

In Spanish, Lago means Lake, and Cerveza means, well, Cerveza. Simple, refreshing, straightforward. That spirit is at the heart of Lago, our Mexican style lager crafted for anyone who wants a crisp, easy drinking beer with just a touch of craft brewed personality. It is light, refreshing, and smooth, but it also brings a little extra cha cha cha that keeps things interesting from the first sip to the last. Lago was inspired by those perfect days spent perched at a pool bar where the air is warm, the sunscreen smells like vacation, and the bartender keeps sliding over buckets filled with bottles buried in ice. There…

Our brewery, once the home of Kenora’s Fire Department, has long been a driving force in bringing our community together—especially when it comes to supporting local families during the holiday season. For decades, firefighters have stepped up to help gather toys, raise funds, and ensure every child feels the magic of Christmas. Thanks to archives from The Muse and the library’s digital newspaper archives, we’re able to look back on some of the incredible initiatives that shaped this event. One standout moment comes from December 1969, when the Fire Department placed special focus on the annual Empty Stocking Fund. This fund served as Kenora’s…

Ever heard of Kräusening? If you’re not a brewer, probably not. But around here, it’s kind of a big deal. It’s one of those old-school brewing traditions that separate the good from the great. The word itself sounds fancy and mysterious (it’s German, after all), but the idea is beautifully simple: we take a little bit of actively fermenting wort — that’s unfermented beer, bubbling away with yeast — and add it back into the finished brew. Why go through all that extra effort? Because good beer deserves it. Instead of using forced carbonation like most “commercial” beers, Kräusening lets nature…

We like to think of Winnipeg as our second home, and we’re proud to be brewing great beer right here in the heart of the city. Our Winnipeg crew works hard every day to keep the taps flowing, the fridge stocked, and the good times rolling. You’ll find our taproom right in the middle of Winnipeg’s buzzing Entertainment District, just steps away from Canada Life Centre. It’s got that same easygoing, lakeside vibe we’re known for, a cozy spot to kick back with a pint, catch up with friends, or unwind after a game or concert. Book our Taproom! Planning…

Craft beer is not just about flavor. It is about stories, traditions, and a little bit of magic in every pint. Whether you are a seasoned beer lover or just enjoy a cold one on the weekend, these fun facts will make you appreciate what goes into every sip. 1. Cenosillicaphobia is realBelieve it or not, there is a word for the fear of an empty glass: cenosillicaphobia. Seems like a perfectly good reason to keep your fridge stocked and your pint full. 2. Ancient beer recipes are over 4,000 years oldSumerian tablets show beer recipes that included honey, spices,…

Brewing beer on the shores of Lake of the Woods wasn’t some happy accident. It was a strategic and delicious decision. Beer is over 90% water, and when your backyard happens to be one of the most pristine freshwater lakes in the world, you’d better believe we’re putting that to good use. The water from Lake of the Woods is soft and low in minerals, which makes it absolutely perfect for brewing. That smooth, crisp taste in your pint? Yeah, that’s the lake talking. It’s one of the reasons our beer stands out in a crowd, and trust us, we’ve…