★ 4.7 (526 reviews)
Market Square, Lower Courtyard, #63, 560 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 3C6, Canadawhistlebuoybrewing.comWhistle Buoy Brewing Co., nestled in Victoria’s historic Market Square, is a tiny brewery with oversized creativity. Using premium local ingredients from the Pacific Northwest, they experiment with small-batch beers, resulting in unique flavors like their hazy pale ales and a series of rotating Garden City Sours. Their cozy taproom, designed with recycled materials, offers a warm and inclusive space. The brewery also hosts lively events such as the Big Patio Days, featuring live music and fresh releases. They stand out by crafting beers like the eccentric Vape Lord and offering non-alcoholic options, making them a vibrant gathering spot for the community.
Whistle Buoy Brewing Company is praised for its excellent beers, such as wet hop stouts, hazy IPAs, and local ingredients used in their brewing process. Guests also appreciate the brewery's unique atmosphere, featuring games, a covered patio with comfortable seating, and friendly staff knowledgeable about the beers.
| Beer | ABV | IBU |
|---|---|---|
| Whirlpool Hazy Pale | 4.8% | 16 |
| Fernwood Coffee Mild | 3.6% | 14 |
| Gulagubben Scandinavian | 4.2% | 25 |
| Classic West Coast IPA | 6.7% | 65 |
| Coastality | 5.0% | 33 |
| Undersea Blue | 4.0% | 9 |
| Bridge Effect | 5.5% | 51 |
| Undersea Gose | 4.0% | -- |
| Mosaic DH Blonde | 4.8% | 18 |
| Currant Swill | 5.5% | 10 |
| Homegrown - SMASH IPA | 4.9% | 40 |
| Discovery Coffee Mild | 3.7% | 11 |
| Stouty McStoutface | 5.8% | 27 |
| Fieldberry | 5.2% | -- |
| Lojo Lager | 4.6% | 10 |
| Ice Cold Lager | 4.8% | 10 |
| Fuzzy Peach Sour | 4.5% | 8 |
| Garden City Raspberry Sour | 4.9% | -- |
| Dryrish Stout | 4.9% | 29 |
| Vape Lord | 5.5% | 50 |
| Low Vis Hazy IPA | 6.4% | 30 |
| Downtown Dark Lager | 4.7% | 16 |
| Markplatz Pils | 4.9% | 30 |
| Garden City Jam | 3.9% | -- |
| Sea Things Gose | 4.9% | 10 |
Whistle Buoy Brewing Company offers delivery services for their beer products. They serve beer and accept various payment methods, including debit cards and NFC payments. The brewery also has accessible parking, entrance, restroom, and seating facilities for customers with disabilities.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00–9:00pm |
| Tuesday | 12:00–9:00pm |
| Wednesday | 12:00–9:00pm |
| Thursday | 12:00–10:00pm |
| Friday | 12:00pm–12:00am |
| Saturday | 12:00pm–12:00am |
| Sunday | 12:00–9:00pm |
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