

Category 12 brewing
Head brewer and founder of Category 12, Michael Kuzyk, has been brewing beer for over 25 years and has his doctorate in microbiology and biochemistry from UVic. After leading the creation of several world-class research labs, Michael decided it was time to make his own. C12 is dedicated to the pursuit of exceptional, bold beer. When trying Category 12 beer, you can expect a continually expanding line of seasonal releases, including favourites like big Belgians and hoppy Northwestern ales.

August 15th & 16th 2026
Flavour Trails Festival Offer
Category 12 12th Anniversary Concert featuring Nautical Disaster
Sat. 15th August 2pm - 7pm | Field Five Farm | 2003 Hovey Rd, Saanichton
Category 12 is having their 12th Anniversary Concert at Field Five Farm with featured musical guests "Nautical Disaster". The event will also have food trucks & beer available.
Tickets: Sold Out


Season-Long destination
Visit Category Taproom
12pm - 9pm Monday - Saturday | 12pm - 8pm Sunday
All season long, visit the Category 12 Taproom for the complete Northwest craft brewery experience. Enjoy delicious, scratch prepared, food menu that showcases local ingredients to complement the beer tap list.
If beer isn’t your thing, you can also enjoy hop-infused sparkling water, craft sodas, local cider and wines.



