Raise a glass for return of Half Pints
In an industry that has navigated its share of downturns and hardships, it’s nice to see one of Winnipeg’s original craft brewers returning to store shelves.
After a brief absence, Half Pints Brewing Co. has returned to Manitoba. The brewery, one of the province's first craft breweries, shuttered its doors in early 2025, leaving behind a sidewalk sandwich board that read "Closed :(." However, the brewery has reopened, with the announcement made last week. The return of Half Pints was first noted on the Liquor Marts website, where seven of the brewery's products were listed as "coming soon."
It was confirmed that a trio of Phantom Amusement pinball machines were also back at the brewery. The news was further confirmed by the Charleswood Beer Market, which displayed several Half Pints products for sale. The brewery's Little Scrapper IPA, which had a brew date in mid-August, is now available in stores.
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