WELCOME TO THE HARD KNOX LIFE

The name Hard Knox was created to pay homage to how the area was built, from those that came out to the western Wildlands along the Dusty Trail, to the Grunt Work those experienced in the coal mines and oilfields.

We’ve grown up here. We’ve made friends and formed families here. Because the Foothills holds such a special place in our hearts, we have made a decision to feature on our core beer cans some of the historical heroes that are local legend to the this area.

At Hard Knox Brewery, we’re proud of our heritage and we look forward to our future in the Diamond Valley.

black diamond blonDe ale

HONOURING FLORES LaDUE

Flores LaDue also known as ‘The First Lady of the Calgary Stampede’ was born in the early 1880s. At the age of 15 she ran away from home to become a trick roper.

In 1906 she met and married Guy Weadick and together they toured Canada and the U.S in Wild West Shows.

In 1912 she helped him organize the first Calgary Stampede to great success.

Flores died in 1953 and was buried in High River.

DUSTY TRAIL India pale ale

HONOURING JOHN WARE

John Ware was an Alberta-wide historical figure known for his strength, skilled farming techniques and horsemanship.

Born in the 1850s enslaved in the Southern United States, he came to Canada in 1882 to deliver cattle and found work at Bar U and Quorn ranches.

John settled his first ranch near Millarville and his second near Brooks, Alberta.

John died in 1905 an Alberta Legend.

GRUNT WORK AMBER ALE

HONOURING ADD McPHERSON

Addison McPherson (Add) was born in Virgina in 1846,and arrived in Alberta about 1867 just prior to confederation.

Add started the Black Diamond Mine on the property he purchased in 1899. The mine officially operated from 1899-1935. In the early 1900s it produced about 650 tons of coal annually.

Addison passed away in Calgary July 1929 at the age of 83 years.

WILDLANDS neipa

HONOURING THE ALBERTA WILDLANDS

Alberta has been a tourist destination since the early 20th Century.

Hunters and fishermen from around the world are able to take home impressive trophies and tall tales from their experiences in Alberta’s Wilderness. Locally, the Bow River is famous for fly fishing and its trout population.

Alberta is also very well-known for camping, rafting, horseback riding & more!

SEASONAL

Banana Brown Ale

Our Banana Brown Ale is true to a brown ale with nutty, coffee, dark chocolate flavours, and a sweet aroma. A light body, smooth finish with banana notes makes this a special beer for banana fans!
R&R Raspberry Rhubarb Ale

Light, crisp and perfectly balanced with sweet and tart notes to dance across your palate to remind you of those hot and carefree summer days by the lake with friends.
FROM THE PATCH CARROT CAKE SOUR

Our Carrot Cake Sour is a unique and innovative brew that combines the essence of a classic carrot cake dessert with the zesty and tart characteristics of a sour beer. The complexity of the spices, along with the earthy, slightly sweet essence of carrots offers a one-of-a-kind taste profile that will captivate beer enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike.
British Brown

British Brown Ale at Hard Knox Brewery boasts a deep brown color with a creamy tan head, inviting you in with its inviting aroma of toasted malts, caramel, and hints of chocolate. The taste is smooth and well-balanced, and comforting to the last sip. It's a perfect brew for those looking to experience a classic English ale with a Canadian twist.