OCB Week Location # 1 C'est What

C'est What

C'est What is one of those eternal Toronto hotspots. It used to have a concert hall and was a huge bastion of independent music back in the day. Now they have switched focus to good food and even better beer. Always a good place to come when you are looking for that unusual brew. It is one of my favourite stops. It is located on Front street near Church, so anyone who knows this area knows it is great for people watching. It is also in the basement so it gives that aire of exclusivity, if you are not in the know... you don't know.Well know it and look it up. You will not regret it.

Beer #1

Barn Door Brewing Company (Brewed at King Brewery, Nobleton.)
Tombstone India Pale Lager
ABV 5.0%

Light gold in colour slightly cloudy thin white head made up of small bubbles. Nose is floral, sandy, smells of the beach. First sip is an interesting mix between a German lager and an IPA. Light citrus and fruity with a back bone of bitterness. Crystal malt some caramel, and a little wet grain on the middle. Very bready on the finish.





Beer #2

Granite Brewery, Toronto
Hopping Mad
ABV 6.0%

Rusty copper in colour, bright white head made up of small to medium sized bubbles. Caramel and burnt sugar on the nose, roasted malt. Very light and refreshing, hoppy, licorice, turbinado sugar. cheek puckering. Almost forgot to take a picture...








Beer # 3

Wellington Brewery, Guelph
Shangri-La IPA
ABV 6.0%

Clear orange gold in colour with a fluffy white head, made up of small bubbles. Roasted malt on the nose with light caramel some fruit and a touch of ammonia. First sip is very grain forward, some piney hops, a touch of bitterness, and some light citrus. Finish is herbal and medicinal hops.

Final Thoughts:

C'est What has an awe inspiring selection of beer, I could honestly spend the rest of the night and the rest of my money in here... but more adventure awaits... Avante!