Cannery Brewing is a top spot, offering a variety of beers including the popular "Naramata Nut Brown Ale" and seasonal releases. Slackwater Brewing is well-loved for its community vibe and a wide range of beers, from IPAs to sours. These breweries offer diverse options for craft beer enthusiasts and are popular stops on any craft beer tour in Penticton.

Yes, Penticton has some excellent cideries and distilleries to explore. Maple Leaf Spirits is a distillery that produces award-winning fruit brandies, liqueurs, and spirits using local Okanagan fruits. Their "Kirsch" and "Pomme" are particularly well-regarded. Creek and Gully Cider offers classic and rich apple ciders for all to enjoy.

Craft brewery tours are popular, with services like Penticton Ale Trail showcases tours that include visits to multiple breweries, tastings, and behind-the-scenes looks at the brewing process. For a more leisurely approach, self-guided walking tours in the downtown area allow you to explore at your own pace, as many breweries and cideries are within walking distance of each other.

Yes, Penticton hosts several events celebrating craft beverages. The Okanagan Fest of Ale is one of the largest beer festivals in the region, held every April. It features over 70 breweries and cideries from across British Columbia, offering tastings, food pairings, and live entertainment. Another popular event is Penticton Beer Week, which takes place in October, showcasing local breweries with special releases, tap takeovers, and events around town. These festivals are great opportunities to sample a wide variety of craft beverages and meet the people behind them.

Yes, many Penticton breweries and cideries offer online sales and delivery options. Cannery Brewing has an online store where you can purchase their beers for delivery within British Columbia. Some breweries, like Slackwater Brewing, offer exclusive releases and mixed packs that can be shipped directly to your door.