Wild Rose Brewery is a fun and welcoming place where anyone and everyone is welcome. They foster a supportive and family-like environment where both the staff and customers feel like the taproom is home.
It’s an award-winning, Albertan brewery that has been at the forefront of the province’s brewing industry since 1996. In 2006, they moved to Currie with the intention of creating a hub for Albertan craft beer – and they nailed it. Wild Rose has become a household name in Alberta thanks to their consistently well-made beers, food and sense of community.
What to Expect at Wild Rose Brewery
Wild Rose Brewery has an evolving arsenal of innovative yet approachable products and a well-established taproom. The Wild Rose Taproom is bustling and you can always be sure that you’ll be surrounded by like-minded craft beer enthusiasts.
According to Wild Rose management, “We have plenty of regulars that we see frequently and have great rapport with, be that people from the neighborhood, first-time visitors or army members from the nearby base.”
Every day is different at Wild Rose Brewery and the staff never know what to expect – which is why they love it! One thing that’s consistent, is that they’re always ready to sling beers and serve great food.
Wild Rose Brewery in Currie
AF23, which is the original name of the current brewery building, was an airplane hangar in WWII. This fits beautifully with Currie’s mix of new builds and its historical heritage.
“Wild Rose Brewery being a part of Currie for the past 16 years means that we have become a part of the history of Currie, which we love,” says Wild Rose management.
Wild Rose has many loyal supporters who live locally, as well as visitors from across the city and province. Ease of access to the Currie community has made their taproom a must visit destination for craft beer lovers.
What to Try at Wild Rose Brewery
Not to be too obvious, but we suggest trying their craft beer. They have a truly great selection that caters to any beer lover – from stouts to ales to goses. As for food, try one of the top 3 menu items alongside your new favourite beer:
- Bison Brisket Sandwich – The bison is slow-cooked overnight for 12+ hours with a special marinade – super tender and delicious. The homemade yum-yum sauce and kale really makes this a perfect sandwich.
- Nachos – Wild Rose has the best nachos in the city! Filled with a plethora of toppings and lots of cheese – you can’t go wrong. An addition of ground taco bison makes them complete! Available in both a half and full size.
- Montreal Smoked Meat Flatbread – Savory and sweet with a grainy Dijon base, topped with tons of fresh Montreal Smoked Meat, pickles, sauerkraut and a drizzle of honey – uniquely divine!
With great home-cooked food, award-winning beers, a stellar patio and a large private event space, it’s easy to choose Wild Rose Brewery for your next outing in Currie.
