Side Launch Brewing Company (Craft Beer & Brewery in Collingwood ON)

Side Launch Brewing Co. in Collingwood, Ontario, is a modest marvel of craftsmanship that would make even the most pretentious hop‑hipster blush. Since 2014 the brewery has been channeling the daring “side launch” manoeuvre that once helped ships skim Georgian Bay’s shallows, and it translates that same audacity into beers that range from razor‑clean lagers to bewilderingly elegant sours. The Hibiscus Sour and the Passionate Sour are the kind of drinks that make you wonder whether fruit was ever meant to touch malt, while the blueberry wheat proves that a little colour never hurt anyone.

The taproom and beer garden, perched at 200 Mountain Road, is a playground for grown‑ups: live music, trivia nights, a fire‑pit for winter chills, and a sun‑splashed patio for summer laziness. Events and weddings find a surprisingly accommodating home here, especially with the Mamacita Mexican food‑truck handling catering (because nothing says “cheers” like tacos). Dogs are welcome on the expansive outdoor space, and an axe‑throwing cage adds a dash of controlled chaos for those who think brewing alone isn’t enough of a thrill. All of this is wrapped in a community‑spirit vibe that feels less like a marketing ploy and more like a genuine love of good beer.

Recent Beer Releases

Craig's Cookies Stout

2026-09-29

Baked Fresh Chocolate Chip Stout

Cranberry Blood Orange Sour

2026-09-16

Fruited Sour

Fifth Coast Hazy IPA

2026-07-28

Hazy IPA

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Side Launch Brewing Company is highly regarded for its magical atmosphere, friendly staff, and wide selection of great beers, seltzers, and non-alcoholic options, making it an ideal spot for events and a must-visit destination for craft beer enthusiasts, especially in Ontario.