Cochrane's first craft brewery
Welcome to Half Hitch Brewing Company! We are one of the first craft breweries to jump onto the Alberta market and since 2016, our mission has been to create handcrafted ales to serve the amazing people that make up our community. That’s why we’ve created unique, specialty beers and simple styles to ensure that all those who come to our taproom and restaurant have a style to choose from. From our Double Trouble Belgian Dip Winter Seasonal to our mainstay Papa Bear Prairie Ale, we have a beer for both ale connoisseurs + newbies alike.
CORE LINEUP
PAPA BEAR
PRAIRIE ALE
Malt forward and crushable, little to no bitterness
Malts: Features locally sourced barley, wheat, rye, & oats.
hops: azacca and summit
Bitterness: 19 ibu
ABV: 5%
COlour: 4-5 srm
Meet the Papa Bear Prairie Ale! This here brew won a shiny gold medal at the Alberta Brewing Awards in 2018 and it's easy to see why. We've taken the best grains from the prairies and crafted them into a beer that'll make your taste buds do the happy dance. The hops give it just the right amount of kick, and it's got a little hint of spiciness on the back end that'll keep you coming back for more. It's got a creamy mouthfeel that'll make you feel like you're sipping on a cold glass of sunshine. It's got a bready flavour that'll remind you of a big ol' warm hug from your grandma. And the best part? It pairs perfectly with any grub you got on the table. So come on down and give it a try, you won't regret it!
FARMER'S DAUGHTER
PALE ALE
CITRUSY NOTES, TART AND SWEET WITH ENOUGH BITTERNESS
Malts: CRYSTAL & HONEY
hops: CASCADE
Bitterness: 27 ibu
ABV: 4.5%
COlour: 6-7 srm
Introduce yourself to the Farmer's Daughter Pale Ale! This brew is a real treat for the taste buds. We've taken the finest Crystal and honey malts and paired them with a biscuit flavour that'll make you feel like you're sipping on a tall glass of pure bliss. The Summit, Cascade, and Centennial hops give it a perfect balance of kick, and it's got a little hint of citrusy notes that'll make your taste buds sing. It's a perfect balance of tart and sweet with just enough bitterness to keep things interesting. It's got a light and refreshing taste that'll pair perfectly with lighter foods such as grilled chicken salad, fish and chips, fruit desserts, pies, and chicken wings with lighter sauces like ranch. And at 4.5% ABV, it's the perfect beer for a hot summer day. So come on over and give her a try, you'll be glad you did!
FIRE N' FURY
RED ALE
RICH CARAMEL FLAVOURS WITH HINTS OF
COFFEE & FRUITS
Malts: CARAMEL, MUNICH
hops: CASCADE
Bitterness: 30 ibu
ABV: 5%
COlour: 14-15 srm
Come check out our Fire N Fury Red Ale! This brew is a real treat for your palate. We've taken the choicest Caramel Munich malts and crafted them into a beer that'll make your senses go wild. The Cascade hops give it a perfect balance of kick and it's got a rich caramel flavour with hints of toffee and fruit that'll make you feel like you're sipping on a glass of liquid gold. It's got a rich and complex taste that'll pair perfectly with bold foods like grilled and smoked meats, salads that include nuts and cheeses, and creamier desserts like cheesecake. And at 5% ABV, it's the perfect beer for a hearty meal. So saddle on up and give it a try, your taste buds will thank you!
BROWN ALE
CHOCOLATEY & NUTTY WITH A
SLIGHTLY FRUITY FINISH.
Malts: ROASTED, CARAMEL
hops: SASQUATCH
Bitterness: 35 ibu
ABV: 5.5%
COlour: 23-26 srm
SHOTGUN WEDDING
Take a sip of the Shotgun Wedding Brown Ale and let your senses be swept away by the rich and complex flavours. We've taken the finest British chocolate, crystal, and caramel malts and crafted them into a beer that'll make you feel like you're sipping on a glass of liquid heaven. The Summit, Simcoe, Amarillo, and Azacca hops give it a perfect balance of kick and it's got a chocolatey and nutty taste with a slightly fruity finish that'll make you want to shout "I do!" It's got a rich and complex taste that'll pair perfectly with bolder foods like steaks, spicy wings, aged cheeses (Gouda and Blue cheese), and rich chocolate desserts. At 5.5% ABV, it's the perfect beer for a hearty meal. So come on over, grab a pint and tie the knot with the Shotgun Wedding Brown Ale!
INDIA PALE ALE
CRISP, JUICY, & HOP FORWARD
hops: CASCADE
Bitterness: 68 ibu
ABV: 6.4%
COlour: 8 srm
CASCADE
HARVEST IPA
Introduce yourself to the Cascade Harvest IPA! This brew is a true hop lover's delight, we've exclusively used single-sourced Cascade hops to craft a beer that is nothing short of a flavour sensation. The hop-forward flavour is crisp and juicy, with a bitterness of 68 IBU that will make your taste buds sing. The aroma of the Cascade hops is so inviting, you won't be able to resist taking a sip. The 6.4% ABV makes it a perfect beer to enjoy on a hot summer day, or with a bold and flavorful dish. Its 8 SRM colour is a beautiful golden hue that adds to the overall drinking experience. This beer is a true celebration of the Cascade hop, a must-try for all hop enthusiasts. So come on over and savour the taste of the Cascade Harvest IPA!
PRAIRIE BERRY CIDER
TRIPLE BERRY CIDER
PERFECT BALANCE OF SWEET
AND TART, A CRISP & SEMI-DRY
CIDER WITH NOTES OF BLACKBERRIES,
RASPBERRIES, & BLUBERRIES.
ABV: 4.5%
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Prairie Berry Cider is a perfectly balanced and crisp triple-berry cider. Made in collaboration with our friends at SunnyCider in Calgary, Alberta, Prairie Berry is made with BC-grown apples and offers a bubbly and refreshing sipper, paired beautifully with a sunny day on the patio.
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