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Brasseurs Avant-Garde

Hochelaga brewery behind the Avant-Garde and Jukebox beers, with a taproom on Hochelaga Street.

  • Montréal
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About Brasseurs Avant-Garde

Brasseurs Avant-Garde is a brewery in Hochelaga, in Montreal's east end. It makes the Avant-Garde and Jukebox beers and pours them in its taproom on Hochelaga Street.

It suits neighbours looking for a relaxed local spot and beer fans exploring breweries beyond the Plateau and Mile End. The taproom is an easy place to meet friends after work or before a show, and cans to go are handy for a park picnic or a cottage weekend. It is a small brewery that adds to the growing food and drink scene of Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, rooted on the island of Montreal.

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Category
Drinks
Based in
Montréal
Size
An independent, smaller maker
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Made in QuebecMade in QuebecMade in MontrealMade in Montreal

Questions people ask

Is Brasseurs Avant-Garde made in Quebec?

Yes. Brasseurs Avant-Garde started in Quebec and is based in Montréal, on the island of Montreal, so it is listed in both Made in Quebec and Made in Montreal.

What does Brasseurs Avant-Garde make?

Hochelaga brewery behind the Avant-Garde and Jukebox beers, with a taproom on Hochelaga Street.

Where can I buy from Brasseurs Avant-Garde?

Start with its official website, brasseursavantgarde.com. In Quebec, local beer and cider are sold in grocery stores and dépanneurs, while wine and spirits are sold at the SAQ. Many breweries, cideries, distilleries and roasters also sell on site or online.

Is Brasseurs Avant-Garde a big company or a small business?

Brasseurs Avant-Garde is an independent, smaller business. Buying from makers like this one supports local jobs directly.

What are some local brands similar to Brasseurs Avant-Garde?

Other local brands in Drinks include Café Myriade, Silo, Café Pista, Le Cheval Blanc.

How did Brasseurs Avant-Garde get on this list?

Montreal Tips lists businesses that started in Quebec and still make, run or are based here. Listings are free and never sponsored. If you run Brasseurs Avant-Garde and want to update this page, contact us.

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