Elf on the Bar Shelf

Expiration: Dec 21st 2025

The Elf on the Bar Shelf is all about our breweries, cideries and distilleries this holiday season, and we want you to find Hops all season long! Hops is hiding at 9 stops on the Barrels Bottles & Brews Trail. ‘Hop’ from stop to stop this holiday season for a pint, stock up your beer fridge, or pick up a locally-made gift and you could win for the holidays!

Find Hops hidden somewhere at each stop between Nov 7 and Dec 21, 2025 and scan the QR code to receive your exclusive offers! You must opt in to our emails to receive these coupon offers. Coupons valid on date of receipt. For every QR code that you scan you also earn points for your chance to win our grand prize: A Barrels Bottles & Brews Trail gift basket featuring a $25 gift card from each participating location AND two Frequent Flyer Flight Logs valid for one year!

Remember to ‘hop’ safely this holiday season. If you are planning to enjoy drinks during your visits please travel responsibly.


Included Venues

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BREW Microbrewery & VIN Winery
Windsor's original microbrewery and newest winery. Centrally located on a 31 acre wooded estate just 20 minutes from Windsor, join us for a glass of sparking Rose in our tasting room, grab some Cabernet Sauvignon to go from our retail store, or enjoy our popular Maple beer on our patio. Beer, wine and good times await at the BREW & VIN estate.
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Chapter Two Brewing Co.

Chapter Two Brewing Company opened in February of 2018 near the heart of Old Windsor. Originally what began as a passion project among friends, the space naturally evolved into a hand-crafted expression of what craft brewing is. Cicerone® certified brewer Michael Beaudoin has been creating a line-up of beer with an undeniable quality of which even the most hardcore beer drinkers recognize. Chapter Two’s interior reflects the classic history of the surrounding area with it’s industrial-inspired all brick decor and high ceilings which are sure to charm new visitors. Whether socializing over some food and pints with friends, enjoying the local entertainment or hosting your own event, Chapter Two Brewing Company is sure to have something to offer everyone.

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Cured Craft Brewing Co.

Leamington’s only craft brewery has opened in a recently restored historic building in Uptown Leamington. We have 6 classic core brands (Lager, Pilsner, Cream Ale, Honey Wheat Ale, IPA, Stout) as well as many seasonals offered throughout the year. Our foods are sourced locally and inspired seasonally. We also have our retail store which allows you to purchase our delicious beer and take it home for enjoyment.

Be sure to try Black Dog Lager, a black lager that has notes of chocolate and coffee. Its cream coloured head atop the dark black full bodied beer is perfect for sipping next to a cozy fire.

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FRANK Brewing Co.

Let's be FRANK. If you like things straight-to-the-point, without any runaround, then FRANK was made for you. Because what you see is exactly what you get. Inspired by our straight-shooting farmer granddad, FRANK embodies the same honest and no-nonsense character.  We're not fancy or complicated. We brew pure old-fashioned beer crafted with dedication and pride. Just the way our granddad would’ve wanted.

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GL Heritage Brewing Co.

Awarded Amherstburg's 2021 Community Builder of the Year & 2022 Tourism & Hospitality Excellence, 2023 Gold Winner for Best Microbrewery and 2024 Platinum Winner (top in Windsor-Essex) for Best Microbrewery, GL Heritage is a popular, pet-friendly, family-owned brewhouse, tasting room & beer patio. Open Fri-Sun, enjoy local food, music and regular market experiences.

Try our Fruit Beer Apple Jack'd Ale, a smooth ale infused with gently-spiced, fresh-pressed apples and blended with premium apple caramel whiskey from our neighbours at Wolfhead Distillery. Tasting Notes: Juicy, Smooth, Refreshing ABV / IBU 7% / 11

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Sandwich Brewing Co.
Our love of old buildings is eclipsed only by our love of exceptional beer. Putting it all on the line to create something special at the confluence of the two.
Wagner Orchards & Estate Winery

Hormone and Antibiotic Free Beef and Pork, Raw Honey, Bakery, Winery, Cidery, and Pick your own apples! Reception Room and Catering available.

Walkerville Brewery

Walkerville Brewery is a well appointed microbrewery located in the City of Windsor in a district known by locals as Walkerville. A place of heritage, community and of course – great hand crafted beer. Our history begins with Hiram Walker; a man better known as the manufacturer of great spirits including the world famous Canadian Club whiskey. Something many people don’t know is that Mr. Walker was also a beer man, and opened the original Walkerville Brewery in 1890. Over 120 years later, we brew our beer with the same ideology using unpasteurized single batches, no artificial preservatives, flavours or colour to provide beer lovers with premium, fresh hand crafted brew.

After November 28th, be sure to try our Espresso Vanilla Porter, our Holiday Brew.

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Windmill Ridge

Located in the heart of Essex County’s wine country, we’re home to two award-winning craft ciders. Stop by to discover how we create cider, beer, and fruit wine using the freshest fruit grown on-site. Experience farm-to-glass excellence!

Wolfhead Distillery



Discover Wolfhead Distillery—From Mill to Still - Welcome to the first premium craft distillery in the heart of Essex County, where we push the boundaries of Canadian spirits. Our small-batch Vodka, Whisky, and Gin offer bold, one-of-a-kind flavors you won’t find anywhere else. Sip and savor handcrafted cocktails in our cozy restaurant or relax on our spacious outdoor patio while enjoying a locally inspired menu. Join us for tastings, tours, shopping, exclusive events, and more.

Be sure to try Wolfhead's Match Made in Whisky Heaven - our Coffee Whisky Liqueur & Vanilla Almond Biscotti Liquor. Mix equal parts with coffee for a Creamy cold brew martini!

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Carolinia Cider Company

Carolinia Cider Company is an orchard based cidery making small batch, estate grown ciders. Come enjoy a glass of homegrown cider in the heart of the Carolinian forest. Cider tastings, glasses & bottles to go alongside our farm market.