12 Best Craft Breweries in Victoria

“My whisky club and I heard about Macaloney's around 2020 and sampled what was then not considered whisky, but 2 year old spirit. We were all intrigued, and are pleased to have enjoyed the whisky getting better and better each year.

Their core line is outstanding, but their unique casks (Sugar Kelp Infused Peat Project, Ex-Islay Cask, Moscatel Cask) are some of the best whiskies I've tasted.

Our whisky club has ran with the thesis that age statements don't define a good whisky, but the character behind how it is made does. Canadian whisky is full of character, and one of the most exciting whisky regions worldwide right now...And Macaloney's is leading the charge.“

“I was visiting Victoria for work last week and had an afternoon off so I walked along the waterfront and stumbled upon Swift. I had one of their Hazies a few days earlier at another place and I was impressed, so I had to stop in. What a fantastic place with a groovy 70s feel! It was an excellent afternoon... delicious beers, great people, and being able to order food from Craft was a bonus. Thank you.“

“My friends had their vow renewal here at the end of August and I just have to compliment the staff and venue for being some of the most genuine, friendly, kind, and accommodating people around. My friends were so thrilled with the space, they let a food truck be brought in, they were wonderfully kind and helpful and on a day that could have been stressful they helped everything feel like joy.

Would highly recommend this place based on service alone!“

“Beer, oysters, and atmosphere“

“A HUGE thank you to Herald Street for welcoming our group tonight! The service was wonderful, the beer was excellent, and great times were had.“

“Top level Brewery. I’ve had multiple breweries provide beer for our keg in our multiple professional men in our residential home, but nobody delivers like Hoyne. No delivery charge with a wide range of delicious beers. Many favourites we are enjoying over the years and currently loving the liquid sunshine. We had the chance to taste test the excellent true north beer at the Grizzlies hockey game while being promoted by one of their great employees Finn. Competitive market, but Hoyne’s free KEG delivery is a huge bonus. Thank you Hoyne for making me a satisfied customer for almost a decade. ❤️“

“I visited this lovely place on my birthday and I wanted some small snack with my beer like peanuts but didn’t have so I ordered the dill pickle thinking it would be served on a plate like a small salad but they put it in a shut glass 🥒and handed it over to me 😭 and every table next to us had a good laugh!! I’m not mad I think it was funny and it made a memory for us so thank you for making us happy mr. pickle-man“

“Great patio that is very dog friendly. Service is outstanding as are the food offerings from Dumpling Drop which handmade in Downtown Vic. As is to be expected from Driftwood, all the beer was on point. Freshest Fat Tug anywhere 🍺 🍻.“

“Went here with a large group and our server Ollie was amazing!! Ollie was super friendly and helpful throughout our visit. Also, the poutine and beer were awesome! We’ll definitely be back! Thanks for the great service, Ollie! You rock!!!“

“Absolutely awesome experience. The server was lovely, Gen S, and recommended the best sandwhich I have ever had tbh and was super sweet and attentive! So yummy! I had a great spot in their like sunroom area that overlooks the town so you can people watch haha and look out at the city. The on tap cocktails were delicious aswell. Thank you for a great first experience here! Well done!“

“Really comfortable brewery/distillery to stop in and grab a pint and a bite. The beer selections i had was delicious and refreshing. Although I didn't find the menu of food particularly appealing, your needs are probably different than mine, so have at it. The people working there were friendly and knew about their beers. Definitely stop in. If I find myself there again, I'll be trying the gin and whiskey.“

“Tried a pilot mango wheat here, and it was delicious and refreshing, and very smooth with a strong mango flavor. Definitely needs to become part of the permanent summer lineup. I have had other mango wheat beers from different breweries and this was by far the best one. Clearly the brewer knew what they were doing with this one. The rest of the beer is very good too!“