4 Degrees Brewing & Distilling

09/14/2026

Here is where you can catch 4 Degrees this weekend!

09/10/2026

🍺 Why does the shape of the Fermentation Tank matter?

Those big shiny tanks in a brewery aren’t shaped that way just because they look cool.

Many breweries use cylindroconical fermenters: cylindrical tanks with cone-shaped bottoms. And that cone serves a very useful purpose.

As fermentation progresses, yeast and other sediment settle toward the bottom of the tank. The cone helps collect that material in one place, making it easier for brewers to remove it without transferring all of the beer to another vessel.

The design can also make it easier to harvest yeast for potential reuse, separate sediment from the finished beer, and manage different stages of the brewing process efficiently.

It’s a seemingly simple design that solves several brewing problems at once.

Next time you spot those towering stainless-steel tanks at a brewery, take a look at the bottom. That cone is doing more work than you might think. 🍻

09/09/2026

🍺 Product Spotlight: Hill 70 Belgian Blonde Ale 🍺

Inspired by history and brewed for today, Hill 70 Belgian Blonde Ale delivers bold character with remarkable drinkability.

At 7% ABV, this Belgian-style blonde offers a light earthy hop aroma balanced by a medium malt backbone and subtle fruity esters. Despite its strength, the body remains surprisingly light, finishing crisp, dry, and beautifully balanced.

Whether you're a longtime Belgian ale fan or looking to try something new, Hill 70 is a beer that proves big flavour doesn't have to feel heavy.

📍 Available now: https://4-degrees-brewing-and-distilling.myshopify.com/products/hill-70-belgian-blonde-ale

09/08/2026

🍺 KEMPTVILLE OKTOBERFEST 2026! 🇩🇪🎉

Get ready for a night of good beer, great food, live entertainment, and Oktoberfest fun! 🍻

Join 4 Degrees Brewing & Distilling on October 3rd for an unforgettable Oktoberfest celebration in Kemptville!

🍺 Special Märzen Beer
🥨 Oktoberfest treats
🎶 Great music & good times
🎟️ Tickets: $45 — available at the bar or on Eventbrite!

📅 October 3, 2026
📍 Kemptville, Ontario

Bring your friends, grab your stein, and get ready to PROST! 🍻

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https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kemptville-oktoberfest-2026-tickets-1993169690198?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawUNebBwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5qKY9jYORyw0ZZq7H6nMhW5QWLaDNKE1igxpntpxXO_SJ6bL5HV6ulZXo_Zg_aem_IolfStMnNldSMWCCGBsH6w

09/06/2026

We don't condone giving your dog beer... unless he's a German breed 🤭😂😂🤟

🍺 IMPORTANT PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT 🍺

Scientists have confirmed that October 3rd is approximately 87% better when you spend it at Kemptville Oktoberfest.

Symptoms may include:

🥨 An uncontrollable craving for pretzels
🍺 Sudden enthusiasm for steins
🎶 Singing along to songs you definitely didn't know 10 minutes ago
🕺 Questionable dance moves
🇩🇪 A strong desire to say “PROST!” to complete strangers
👖 Googling “Can I pull off lederhosen?”

There is currently no known cure.

Fortunately, there IS Kemptville Oktoberfest. 🍻

📅 Saturday, October 3rd
⏰ Noon–Midnight
📍 W.B. George Centre
🔞 19+
🎟 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kemptville-oktoberfest-2026-tickets-1993169690198

Come for the Oktoberfest. Stay because someone handed you another pretzel.

PROST! 🍺🥨

09/06/2026

We love that our brew floor also doubles as a kick ass stage for talented musicians! A proudly local and unique environment in

09/04/2026

Guess what just landed in cans? 🍻
​Our Kemptville Oktoberfest Signature Märzen is officially ready! After 10 full weeks of lagering, it’s easily one of the smoothest, most full-bodied brews we’ve ever created.
​It’s only available for a limited time, so grab yours at the brewery now! Once our house supply runs out, you’ll have to wait to get it at Kemptville’s first-ever Oktoberfest event on October 3rd. Don't wait! ❤️
Tickets here
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kemptville-oktoberfest-2026-tickets-1993169690198?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=Iwb21leAUINWpwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHjEpNiuwZfde-PlBv15NlggFhr8tImhAElfRf3iETistKM6J0AAyZbcwc66z_aem_3pjn36l0yttwu2UaD9-3yA

09/03/2026

🍺 Why Do Brewers Add Rice Hulls to Beer If They Add Almost No Flavour?

Rice hulls aren’t added to change the taste, aroma or colour of your beer. Instead, they help keep the grain bed loose and allow wort to flow more easily during the mash.

This can be especially helpful when brewing with grains like wheat, oats or rye, which can create a thick, compact mash. Rice hulls provide a little extra structure, helping prevent the brewer’s headache known as a “stuck mash.”

Think of them less as a flavour ingredient and more as a behind-the-scenes brewing tool. They may not make it into the flavour profile, but they can help make the whole brewing process run a lot smoother.

Sometimes the ingredients you don’t taste still make a big difference. 🍻

09/02/2026

🍺 Product Spotlight: Western Wheat 🌾

Looking for the perfect beer to enjoy on a warm summer day? Meet our Western Wheat.

Brewed in the traditional German Weissbier style, this smooth, cloudy wheat beer delivers notes of banana, toffee, and clove, complemented by subtle hints of exotic spices and fruit. Its creamy body, fluffy foamy head, and balanced hop bitterness make every sip crisp, refreshing, and incredibly satisfying.

5% ABV and brewed for summer, Western Wheat is the beer you'll want to keep coming back to.

Get yours here: https://4-degrees-brewing-and-distilling.myshopify.com/products/western-wheat-ale

08/31/2026

We are so excited for The Mudmen!