Craft Beer Breweries

Lindsay Brewing Company

By Sheila Stewart

In 1898, the Lindsay Brewery was located on the banks of the Scugog River, just outside of downtown Lindsay, Ontario. Surrounded by numerous Mills, Factories and Hotels, each connected by an extensive railway system. It was a time of incredible growth and opportunity.

Exciting things are happening in Lindsay again as the town makes its way through a period of gentrification and development. The Lindsay Brewing Company is located at 8 Cambridge Street North (formerly the home of the Pie Eyed Monk Brewery). Built in 1868, the C. L. Baker building has been fully restored and is complete with modern amenities, along with a 7 Barrel System and automated canning line.

Lindsay Brewing Company offers a totally new beer line-up with something for every Ontario Craft Beer lover. Choose from a Golden Ale, Amber Ale, Stout, Altbier, Pale Ale or one of their limited releases. Everything is brewed and packaged in house.

“We wanted to celebrate the deep history of our town and to share its story with our customers. Each label has been designed using other local historical properties as inspiration. First Response Amber Ale pays tribute to the local firehall and the many brave women and men that serve our community,” says GM Erastus Burley.

The on site bottle shop offers cans, growlers and kegs for purchase. An online store will be live in the coming weeks, offering customers the opportunity to have their favourite beer delivered right to their door. If you are planning an outdoor wedding or special event, be sure to check out their mobile beer trailer. This custom designed rig is a real head turner!

I have had a meal at Pie Eyed Monk and enjoyed tasting their line of craft beers. This should be on your list of destination dining and just because go-to places.

Check them out online at: www.lindsaybrewingcompany.ca Or drop by the full service restaurant for lunch or dinner.

Each label has been designed using other local historical properties as inspiration. FIRST RESPONSE: Built in 1902, the Lindsay Fire Hall stands tall and proud to the West. Their Amber Ale honours our First Responders and Frontline Workers. LCB are grateful for their knowledge, selflessness and bravery. SECOND ACT: When the doors opened at the Academy Theatre in 1893, it was billed as the most technically perfect theatre in Canada. With seating for 900 people, countless audience members have applauded the many artists and performers that have graced this stage. OLDE GAOL: Built in 1863, the original gaol building was constructed of limestone and white brick with a slate roof. It was fashioned in the Italianate design, common for jails at that time, distinguishable by strong symmetrical, round-headed windows. LOCK 33: Lock 33 is located within the Trent-Severn waterway, on the Scugog River. A sawmill was built here in 1828. The existing structure once contained a stone flour mill and a lumber mill– remnants of a bygone age of rugged industry and dogged determination. SMOKE STACK: The first train on the Victoria Junction arrived in Lindsay, ON in 1857. For over a century the rail industry was the economic backbone of the town and by the late 50’s there were many kilometers of tracks throughout the town. Some of these iconic locomotives are on display at Memorial Park.