Spend just a little time in the rapidly growing beer scene in Alberta, Canada, and before long you’ll hear about Blind Enthusiasm Brewing Company with its state-of-the-art equipment, an intriguing backstory, and an eye toward food pairing. It’s actually two breweries. There’s the brewpub in Edmonton and an all-wood and wild facility a 10-minute walk away.
At the Alberta Beer Awards earlier this year, though some of the established brewers grumbled a bit, few were actually surprised when Blind Enthusiasm was named the best brewery of the year. It had been open eight months at that point.
“Well, it doesn’t reduce the pressure,” laughed brewery Founder Greg Zeschuck shortly after the win. “Competitions are tricky, but we’re grateful.”