Current Formulations21 items
Hefeweizen
German Hefeweizen · 5%
This radiant German Wheat Beer features a soft, inviting malt profile and a meticulously controlled fermentation, yielding a perfectly balanced interplay of bright banana esters and subtle clove spice.
473 mL Can $8.55
Infrared
Irish Red Ale · 4.5%
Infrared Irish Red Ale explores the quieter end of the spectrum. Beneath its ruby hue lies a maltforward core of toasted bread crust, light caramel, and subtle nuttiness, balanced by gentle hop bitterness.
473 mL Can $8.55
Mango Guava Vanilla
Fruited Sour · 5.5%
Lush mango and exotic guava combine in a beautifully balanced, refreshingly tart brew. Bursting with bright tropical aromas and a hint of vanilla. The perfect catalyst for sunny patio sessions.
Full Pour $8.55•4oz Taster $3.25
lagers & Pilsners
Helles
Bavarian Lager · 4.9%
All German malts and classic Magnum and Hallertau Mittelfrüh hops give our Helles its smooth malt body and gentle floral character. Low bitterness, crisp finish – pure refreshment.
473 mL Can $8.55
Shift
NZ Pilsner · 5%
A perfectly balanced equation of crisp Saanich Peninsula malt and bright New Zealand hops. Clean, incredibly refreshing, and finished with subtle notes of citrus and fresh-cut grass.
Full Pour $8.55•4oz Taster $3.25
Festbier
Oktoberfest Lager · 6% · C12 R&D Batch
Inspired by modern Munich brewing, this lager is pale and malty with notes of hazelnut, honey and bread crust.
Full Pour $8.55•4oz Taster $3.25
Prism
Wild NZ Pilsner · 5.9%
Brett-refermented in our authentic oak foeder for complex character. Features bright notes of white grape, crisp pear skin, and zesty pineapple rind with a dry, finish.
473 mL Can $8.55
Belgian inspired
Atomium
Belgian Pale Ale · 5.3%
Using authentic Westmalle Trappist yeast for a traditional backbone of soft spice and stone fruit, built out with Eureka hops for a dose of citrus and black pepper. Big Atom Energy. Classic Belgian Charm.
Full Pour $8.55•4oz Taster $3.25
Luminous
Belgian Blonde · 6.7% · Silver Canada Beer Cup
Inspired by European tradition, refined through our brewing process. Local Pilsen malt and expressive Belgian yeast combine for a radiant ale featuring bright fruit notes and a subtle, lingering spice.
Full Pour $8.55•4oz Taster $3.25
Arcānum
Wild Bière de Garde · 6.3%
Arcānum is a study in hidden variables. Brett-refermented in our authentic oak foeder for complex character, it began as a precise, cool-fermented Bière de Garde built on a foundational canvas of Vienna and Caramunich malts.
Full Pour $8.55•4oz Taster $3.25
Hop Forward
Microdose
IPA · 3.2% · Gold BC Beer Awards
Big hop chemistry in a micro package. Packed with bright, tropical fruit-forward hops and finished exceptionally clean, it delivers maximum refreshment and flavor with a beautifully light ABV.
Full Pour $8.55•4oz Taster $3.25
Cosmic Bliss
Hazy Pale Ale · 4.5%
Packed with tropical, fruit-forward hop character and a smooth, rounded finish, this hazy pale ale is an endlessly approachable trip into cosmic refreshment.
Full Pour $8.55•4oz Taster $3.25
Coastal Commons
Pale Ale · 5%
A delicious pale ale done in the Category 12 way... delivering the refreshing clarity of an easy drinking lager with subtle undercurrents of citrus and tropical fruit hop aroma.
Full Pour $8.55•4oz Taster $3.25
Juicy Data
Hazy IPA · 6.1%
Juicy a brilliant, aromatic kick to the tastebuds. Naturally hazy and massivley dry-hopped with four hop varieties, it delivers an explosion of tropical fruit flavour.
Full Pour $8.55•4oz Taster $3.25
Krush
Hazy IPA · 6.6%
We dip-hopped Krush hops to release ripe peach, mandarin and pineapple notes over a pillowy out and wheat base. No fruit was harmed in the brewing of this beer!
Full Pour $8.55•4oz Taster $3.25
Chromatic
West Coast IPA · 7%
A vibrant spectrum of classic West Coast hop character. We’ve layered bright citrus and resinous pine notes to create a beautifully balanced IPA with a crisp, refreshing bitterness. A colourful revelation of flavour.
Full Pour $8.55•4oz Taster $3.25
Spruce Tip IPA
6.8% · Gold Canada Beer Cup & Gold BC Beer Awards
Our Double Gold Medal-winning IPA brewed with foraged Island spruce tips with a blend of Ekuanot and El Dorado hops. It is wildly aromatic, balancing a classic resinous backbone with a bright hint of raspberry.
Full Pour $8.55•4oz Taster $3.25
Wild IPA
6.8%
A fan favourite returns to celebrate 12 years of Category 12. This IPA is fermented with an untamed yeast strain (Sacc. Trois), unleashing layers of luscious fruit, bright citrus, and an enticing tropical aroma. It remains a brilliant expression of our journey.
Full Pour $8.55•4oz Taster $3.25
DARK & MAlty
Deviation
Irish Stout · 4.5%
An intentional, delicious departure from the expected path - a classic dry Irish stout with a gentle twist! We add a hint vanilla to round out rich flavours of roasted malts.
473 mL Can $8.55
Gravity Wave
Coconut Porter · 5%
Gravity Wave is an immersive journey through layers of roasted malts and toasted coconut results in a porter that is both deep and inviting.
Full Pour $8.55•4oz Taster $3.25
Event Horizon
Dark Lager · 4.8%
This traditional Tmavé Pivo pairs a rich, creamy texture with the precise, clean finish of a classic Bohemian lager fermentation.
Full Pour $8.55•4oz Taster $3.25
Additional Hydration Factors8 items
Castoro de Oro Wines
Oliver, BC · 13.9%
We’ve curated a selection of Castoro de Oro wines to bring precisely balanced expressions of Okanagan terroir to your table. Choose from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Merlot and Dry Rosé.
8 oz glass $13.50
Merridale Cider
Cowichan, BC · 6%
Crafted from heritage apples these crisp, dry ciders are pure orchard alchemy in a glass. Choose from Merri Berri, Mo'moro, and Cowichan Dry.
473 mL Can $12.50
Spinnakers Soda
Vic West
Crafted just down the road by our friends at Spinnakers, these artisanal sodas deliver crisp, vibrant refreshment. Choose from cranberry ginger ale, cola, cream soda, and root beer.
473 mL Can $5.25
Hopped Up! Sparkling Water
0% alc/vol, 0 calories. 0 carbs - sparkling waters infused with the same hops we use in our craft beers. These drinks capture the delicate aromatics of citrus, tropical fruit, and berries without any bitterness.
Juicy/Mango•Citrusy/Piney
Raspberry•473 mL Can $4.25
Gluten-Reduced
Breakthru Pilsner
4.9%
Our Breakthru pilsner is crisp and clean, and will quench your thirst like nothing else. With high carbonation and refined malt flavour, this beer will please fans of classic lagers while impressing with its complexity and refinement.
473 mL Can $8.55
Breakthru IPA
6.9%
Our Breakthru IPA is robust and hop forward while balanced and rich in resinous flavour. Notes of pine and citrus with a crisp body make for a satisfying drinking experience.
473 mL Can $8.55
Breakthru Stout
4.5%
A smooth, approachable stout built on roasted malt character with a touch of vanilla for balance. Light in body yet rich in flavour, it delivers a clean, easy finish.
473 mL Can $8.55
Breakthru Mango Guava Sour
Bronze Medal Canada Beer Cup · 5.5%
An approachable sour built on a study of solar proximity. Saturated with lush guava and mango, it delivers a bright acidic snap and a clean, easy finish.
473 mL Can $8.55
Wednesday Wings!
We've heard you loud and clear and we are listening! Starting Wednesday, November 4th, Category 12 wings return with sauces and flavours from our friends at Island Chef Pepper Co!
Connection Catalysts6 items
Focaccia, balsamic & olive oil
Housemade focaccia served with olive oil & balsamic vinegar.
$7.50
Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese Salad
We’ve paired the grounding earthiness of roasted beets with bright mandarin oranges, peppery arugula, and sweet candied pecans, topped with a rich finish of creamy goat cheese and balsamic glaze.
$12
Local Cheese & Charcuterie Platter
A selection of cheese from Little Qualicum Cheeseworks, and cured meats served with our foccaccia, giardiniera, and hot honey.
Small $17•Large $32
House Potatoes
House seasoned, roasted BC potatoes with your choice of aioli. Choose from our house paprika, garlic, pesto, or salsa verde aioli or make it a flight of dips and get all four!
$8.50•Aioli flight +$4.50
Kinetic Mac & Cheese
Creamy macaroni fused with a vibrant, house-made cheesy cauliflower cream sauce, melted Havarti, and Swiss cheese. A perfectly calibrated comfort classic with a subtle, spicy kick.
$12•Spice it up +$1.50•Add pulled beef +$6
Hop Garden Salad
Local microgreens from Roaming Raven Farms in Metchosin, with radish, cucumber, house pickled onions, and our IPA vinaigratte.
$11.50
Main Reactions5 items
Main reactions come with a side of house potatoes or hop garden salad. Choose half & half +$2 or substitute for mac & cheese +$3.50. Choose your aioli from house paprika, pesto, salsa verde or garlic aioli. Make it an aioli flight +$4.50
Thermal Fusion Grilled Cheese
Melted Havarti and Swiss cheese fused inside our daily house-baked focaccia, encased in a crispy, golden-brown Parmesan-butter crust.
$14•Add pulled beef +$6
Symbiotic Mushroom Focaccia
Roasted oyster mushrooms from Murder Bay Mushrooms, sweet onions, and bell peppers paired with Swiss cheese, arugula, and your choice of aioli on house-baked focaccia. Rich, savory, and beautifully balanced.
$17
Italian Muffaletta
Warm Deli Sandwich
Cured capicollo, salami, mortadella and melted Havarti layered on our house-baked focaccia with a custom giardiniera of Kalamata olives, red peppers, and oyster mushrooms. Complex, savory, and incredibly satisfying.
$17
Shatter-Crust Chicken Sandwich
Buttermilk-brined chicken thigh in an ultra-textured cornflake crust. Balanced with creamy house slaw, tangy pickled vegetables, hot honey, and rich garlic aioli. The ultimate sweet, heat, and high-density crunch reaction. You can also spice it up with Island Chef Buffalo sauce.
$18•Spice it up +$1.50
Low-Velocity Beef Dip
Tender, slow-roasted beef chuck, roasted peppers, onions, and mushrooms in sticky whiskey BBQ sauce. Piled on daily house-baked focaccia with pickled veggies, grainy mustard, and rich au jus.
$20
Plus applicable taxes.