Four Rivers Brewing Co. in Bathurst, NewâŻBrunswick, serves up craft ales that taste like a brisk seaâair breeze and a wellâkept secret. The lineup stretches from the copperâglint of Havre StâPierreâa bright, aromatic tribute to the townâs shorelineâto the unapologetically bitter Rockbolter Black IPA, which manages to be both aggressive and oddly graceful.
The taproom, stripped of pretension and furnished with rustic wood, feels less like a showroom and more like a proper meeting place where locals and visitors swap stories over a pint. Dark beer lovers will be delighted by the Milk Stout and an assortment of black ales, each boasting a distinct flavour profile that proves darkness can be nuanced rather than merely âroastyâ.
A quirky perk is the nitrogenâinfused pastry bar, where flaky treats soak up the silky foam of the pours (a small miracle for any carbâlover). Seasonal flair arrives in the form of cosy Christmas dĂ©cor that never feels forced, and the everârotating roster of styles ensures thereâs always something new to discover. In short, Four Rivers marries coastal charm with serious brewing skill, delivering a drinking experience that feels both familiar and freshly exciting.
The brewery offers excellent beers, including dark varieties, such as Milk Stouts and Blacks, with pleasant aftertastes and nitrogen-infused brews. The atmosphere is cozy, staff are friendly, and the service is great, making it a wonderful spot to visit.
Bathurst NB (0.4km)
4.70
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