Beertown Public House Whitby celebrated its grand opening and ceremonial ‘First Pour’ with local breweries this past weekend
WHITBY, ON – Beertown Public House Whitby celebrated its grand opening with a successful first weekend, marking the beginning of what promises to be a vibrant addition to the local community. The festivities began on Friday with a ceremonial ‘first pour’ event, bringing together several brewery owners, brewmasters, and staff from across Ontario to celebrate the newest location of the Charcoal Group’s popular restaurant brand.
The event was highlighted by the participation of multiple local and regional craft breweries, each bringing their unique flavors to the forefront. Jennifer Tamse, Director of Beer & Beverage at Charcoal Group of Restaurants, reflected on the significance of the occasion, saying, “One of my favorite things about Beertown Public House is the longstanding friendships we forge with our brewery partners. Bringing these breweries together for a ‘first pour’ to debut their fantastic beers in Whitby felt truly magical. As the newest members of the Whitby beer community, we are committed to ensuring every beer we pour is just as the brewmaster intended.”
The ‘first pour’ event featured brews from notable Ontario breweries, including Collective Arts Brewery, Little Beasts Brewing Co., and 5 Paddles Brewery, among others. Each brewery brought a unique brew to the tap, showcasing the rich diversity of the Ontario craft beer scene.
Daniel Johnston, Head of Sales at Collective Arts, expressed his enthusiasm for the new location: “Beertown has become a beer & food institution, period. We are beyond proud to have Collective Arts Life in the Clouds New England IPA pouring on opening day. We value community and creativity – and Beertown has always embodied both.”
Local brewery owners were equally excited about the addition of Beertown to Whitby’s vibrant food and drink scene. Cherie Kerr, Owner & CFO of Little Beasts Brewing Co., remarked, “Beertown is a fantastic addition to our local restaurant and craft beer scene. Great food is always enjoyable, but when paired with better beer, it elevates the entire dining experience.”
The weekend was capped off with a sense of community pride as local brewers and beer enthusiasts gathered to celebrate. Tristan Jeanneault, Owner of 5 Paddles Brewery, summed up the sentiment: “It was awesome to join so many great craft brewers at a first pour to celebrate the opening of Beertown Whitby. We are thrilled to finally have them in our own backyard!”
Breweries in Attendance:
Third Moon Brewing (Milton, ON)
Fairweather Brewery (Hamilton, ON)
Collective Arts Brewery (Hamilton, ON)
Bellwoods Brewery (Toronto, ON)
Nickel Brook Brewery – The Funk Lab (Burlington, ON)
Flying Monkeys Brewery (Barrie, ON)
5 Paddles Brewery (Whitby, ON)
Town Brewery (Whitby, ON)
Little Beasts Brewery (Whitby, ON)
Amsterdam Brewery (Toronto, ON)
Mill Street Brewery (Toronto, ON)
McClelland Premium Imports (ON)
Muddy York Brewery (Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON)
Cowbell Brewery (Blyth, ON)
With a 5,145-square-foot dining room and an 806-square-foot patio, Beertown Whitby promises to be a new hotspot for craft beer lovers in Whitby and the surrounding areas. The location will feature Beertown’s signature ‘Collaboration Nation’ offerings, including their latest international collaboration with Short Finger Brewing Co.: French Fuse.
About Charcoal Group
Charcoal Group is an inspired group of full-service restaurants located across in Southern Ontario with over 65 years in the hospitality industry. Our restaurants include Solé Uptown, The Charcoal Steakhouse, Martini’s, Dels Italian Kitchen, Wildcraft Grill & Long Bar, The Bauer Kitchen, The Bauer Bakery & Café, Moose Winooski’s, Beertown Public House, and Sociable Kitchen & Tavern.