Alpha Bomb, Canadian Amber and Salute 1179 from Big Red Brewery are to hit select Ontario grocery stores later in August

The beers, which will be available in 473ml cans, comprise the 6.2% Alpha Bomb, a 6.2% unfiltered IPA that uses a trio of hops, and is double dry-hopped for a big, fragrant punch.

Also in the mix is Canadian Amber, a 5.2% amber ale with light malt sweetness and balanced hops to allow its depth of flavour to shine while Salute 1179 is a 4% light lager based on the brewery’s Gold Medal-winning pilsner.

Lon Ladell, Big Rig Brewery’s co-owner and brewmaster explained: “Having the ability to sell beer in grocery stores across Ontario has been a game changer. It allows us to sell beers to the public that up until now may not have been available in retail spaces outside of our brewery store.

“They are all quite different stylistically, but they showcase different strengths of our brewery. Alpha Bomb blends multiple hop varieties to craft something greater than the sum of its parts; Canadian Amber is malt-forward, balanced and accessible; and Salute 1179 is an incredibly refreshing craft lager that doesn’t sacrifice any flavour. I think we’ve succeeded to create something everyone can enjoy!”

Alpha Bomb and Salute 1179 will cost $2.95 per can, and Canadian Amber for $2.85 per can.