July 17, 2014

From Beer to Lunch x Steel & Oak Brewing x New Westminster

Beerfest for lunch at Steel & Oak Brewing Co.'s tasting room in New Westminster on July 10 and 11, 2014.

Steel & Oak Brewing | New Westminster, BC

I finally made it to the much buzzed about brand new craft brewery out in New West.

Steel & Oak Brewing | New Westminster, BC

On the heels of their hot debut at Vancouver Craft Beer Week, they've debuted a pretty interesting and stellar lineup of brews so far.

Steel & Oak Brewing Co. | New Westminster, BC

On my lunch break (over two consecutive days), I trekked out to the 'burbs on Stewardson Way off the highway into the tiniest corner enclave on Third Avenue under/adjacent a slight overpass/ramp.

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I ignored my no beer flights rule to more efficiently try all of S&O's brews currently on tap: (from left to right) Royal City Pale Ale, red pilsner, smoked hefe, and dry hopped ESB. Update: Dark and smoked lagers.

Steel & Oak Brewing Co. | New Westminster, BC

I found the pale ale breezy and smooth going down as the red pilsner was light and crisp in its full-bodied flavour, while the ESB was easy going and mild in its hoppy-ness. For my money, the Beechwood-smoked hefeweizen stood out most for me as a highlight with its unique but strong, smokey flavour.

Steel & Oak Brewing Co. | New Westminster, BC

S&O has a strong German malt influence and flavours thanks to its brewer's background and origins.

Steel & Oak Brewing Co. | New Westminster, BC

The space was packed with beer drinkers and lovers (mostly middle-aged bald guys wearing shorts if I'm being honest) with a jovial mood and friendly environment in the tasting lounge.

Steel & Oak Brewing Co. | New Westminster, BC

Currently awaiting and brewing in the tank are a dark lager and smoked lager. Cheers to that.

Steel & Oak Brewing | New Westminster, BC

Every beer on this liquid lunch was smooth and refreshing with a promising future for this new brewery.

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