Join Greg from Blind Enthusiasm Brewing and head brewer Doug Checknita as they introduce 1923, a special spontaneous fermentation beer brewed in celebration of the 100th anniversary of local farmer and friend, Tandy. This unique beer features 100% Alberta-grown ingredients, including hard red wheat grown on Tandy’s family farm, and was fermented in red wine barrels from Walla Walla, combining French and American oak for layered complexity.
Doug and Greg break down the beer’s golden clarity, juicy red wine character, and herbaceous notes with hints of tangerine, citrus, and American oak dill-like nuances. The texture is described as round, velvety, and tannic, with spritzy, bright carbonation—hallmarks of Blind Enthusiasm’s signature style.
This beer exceeded expectations for an all-Alberta spontaneous beer, showcasing the potential for future Canadian-ingredient brews. Stay tuned for an upcoming video featuring Tandy himself, where he shares the story behind the farm and ingredients.
This Saturday we're hosting a beer launch party! Two brewers go head-to-head with brand new dry-hopped beers! Discover brand-new barrel-crafted beers and hot dogs at the taproom.
$1 from each pint of Mega Blush poured in the month of June will be donated to Fyrefly Institute for Gender & Sexual Diversity! Mega Blush is a spontaneous sour with Cabernet Franc and Riesling pomace. It's light with bright wine fruitiness, notes of citrus, apple and raspberry with tart acidity. The perfect patio sipper!
Blind Enthusiasm Brewing Company is looking for an enthusiastic Brand Ambassador based in Edmonton to represent our brewery at liquor store tastings, festivals, and sampling events.
Greg Zeschuk
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Greg’s career has ranged from physician, to videogame developer as founder of BioWare, and now trainee brewer. Greg is the prime enthusiast behind the Blind Enthusiasm Brewing Company.