Four Winds Brewing
Four Winds Brewing is a family-owned craft brewery in Delta, BC producing West Coast and European-style beers sold via two taprooms, a BC/Alberta retail and on-premise distribution network, select export markets, and a direct Shopify e-commerce store, with a recurring Beer Club subscription through June 2026.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2013
- HeadquartersDelta, Canada
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Four Winds Brewing does
Four Winds Brewing Co. is a privately held, family-owned craft brewery founded on June 1, 2013 in Delta, British Columbia by the Mills family. The brewery operates a production facility geared toward cans, bottles, and draft, with a portfolio spanning West Coast IPAs, European-style lagers, Berliner Weisses, barrel-aged sours, and wild farmhouse ales. Its core technical capabilities include wild yeast fermentation (Brettanomyces and Saccharomyces Trois), an extensive barrel aging program using bourbon, Okanagan red wine, tequila, and oak foeders, open-top foudre fermentation, and the use of locally sourced ingredients (e.g., Vancouver Island oysters, Keremeos apricots and plums, Field Five malt). The brewery maintains an active co-brewing collaboration program with peer Canadian breweries (Tofino, Driftwood, Godspeed, Establishment, Dieu du Ciel) and select international partners (The Commons Chicago, Borg Brugghús Iceland, Escarpment Labs), alongside a recently launched non-alcoholic sour ale (BBNOALC) developed with hip-hop artist BBNO$.
Four Winds Brewing firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Four Winds Brewing
- Legal name
- Four Winds Brewing Co.
- Website
- https://fourwindsbrewing.ca
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2013
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- Four Winds Brewing is a family-owned craft brewery in Delta, BC producing West Coast and European-style beers sold via two taprooms, a BC/Alberta retail and on-premise distribution network, select export markets, and a direct Shopify e-commerce store, with a recurring Beer Club subscription through June 2026.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Four Winds Brewing industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Craft Beer
- NAICS
- Breweries (31212), Breweries (312120), Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (7224)
- SIC
- Malt Beverages (2082), Beverages (2080)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Beer Brewing & Brands (CRADAIAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Brewpubs & Taprooms (On-site Beer Service) (THAFALAA), Craft Beer Bars & Taprooms (THAFAEAG), Beer Retail (Bottle Shops & Beer Merchants) (CRANABAC), Packaging & Production Breweries (Limited/No On-site Service) (THAFALAB)
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Where Four Winds Brewing is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Delta
- HQ country
- Canada
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Four Winds Brewing business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Beer Sales (Direct - Online & In-Store): The company sells beer directly to consumers through its e-commerce storefront and at both taproom locations. Products are sold in various formats including cans (4x473mL, 6x355mL), bottles (750mL, 650mL), and on draft. Online orders are delivered locally within the Lower Mainland or shipped throughout BC via Canada Post.
- Liquor Store & Restaurant Distribution: Beers are distributed through bars, restaurants, and liquor stores throughout BC and Alberta, as well as select export markets globally.
- Beer Club Subscription: Quarterly curated beer subscription box delivered 4 times per year (March, June, September, December). Each box includes 16-24 beers plus exclusive merchandise. Auto-renews until cancelled. Note: The Beer Club is scheduled to end after the June 2026 box.
- Food & Beverage Service (Taproom & Kitchen): The Taproom & Kitchen and Beach House & Brewery restaurants serve food (tacos, burgers, tapas) paired with beers on tap. Revenue generated from dine-in and take-out orders.
- Merchandise Sales: Sale of branded merchandise including hats and gift cards through the online shop and in-store at both locations.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Quarterly | Beer Club Quarterly Subscription |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Individual Beer Cans & Bottles |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Mixed Beer Packs |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Beach House Restaurant Dining |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Taproom Happy Hour & Weekly Specials |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | In-Store Gift Cards |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels6 records
Four Winds Brewing product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Four Winds Brewing crafts and sells a diverse range of West Coast and European-style craft beers (IPAs, lagers, Berliner Weisses, barrel-aged sours, wild farmhouse ales) from its production brewery in Delta, BC. The brewery sells beer through its own e-commerce storefront, two physical taproom/restaurant locations (Taproom & Kitchen on River Road and Beach House & Brewery in Tsawwassen), and through wholesale distribution to bars, restaurants, and liquor stores throughout BC and Alberta. It also operates a quarterly Beer Club subscription and sells branded merchandise.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Craft Beer (Cans, Bottles, Draft) A diverse range of West Coast and European-style craft beers including West Coast IPAs, pale ales, lagers/pilsners, Berliner Weisses, dry-hopped sours, barrel-aged farmhouse ales, and imperial stouts, sold in cans (4x473mL, 6x355mL), bottles (750mL, 650mL), and on draft. Targeted at craft beer enthusiasts seeking bold, characterful beers.
- Four Winds Beer Club Quarterly Subscription Quarterly recurring beer subscription box containing 16-24 beers per shipment plus exclusive merchandise, with quarterly video tasting sessions hosted by Brewmaster Brent Mills and Sales & Marketing Director Adam Mills. Auto-renews until cancelled. Available only to BC residents.
- Taproom & Kitchen (River Road, Delta) Casual taproom and restaurant at the original brewery location serving Four Winds beers on draft alongside a kitchen offering handmade tacos, burgers, and seasonal tapas, with take-out, growler fills, and keg rentals available. Targeted at local diners and craft beer consumers in Delta.
- Beach House & Brewery (Southlands Tsawwassen) Full-service restaurant and beer hall located in the Southlands Tsawwassen 'agri-hood' development, offering a west coast take on the classic beer hall with curated food pairings and Four Winds beers on tap. Reservations recommended.
- Branded Merchandise and Gift Cards Branded merchandise including hats and gift cards available through the online shop and at both physical taproom locations. Gift cards are in-store only in denominations of $10, $25, $50, and $100.
Quantifiable outcome
- Quarterly beer club shipments of 16-24 beers per box to members across BC
Companies that use Four Winds Brewing
Customer profileNamed customers2 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Four Winds Brewing technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Four Winds Brewing partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor.
- Tofino BrewingminorCollaboration on Oyster Pilsner - a Pilsner brewed with Tofino Brewing (a West Coast staple known for bold beers and coastal spirit). Crafted with Field Five malt from Saanichton and Vancouver Island oysters. Described as a 'true West Coast staple' in the collaboration.
- Godspeed BreweryminorCollaboration on Smoked Helles - brewed in admiration and respect for Godspeed (masters of subtlety, restraint, and the fine art of smoked beer). The Smoked Helles balances gentle beechwood smoke with classic Bavarian malt and Saaz hops.
- Establishment BrewingminorCollaboration on West Coast Pilsner. Establishment Brewing is described as 'one of Canada's finest, whose rise has been nothing short of inspiring.' The West Coast Pilsner is a nod to the West and a celebration of two breweries united by purpose, creativity, and respect for the process.
- Dieu du CielminorCollaboration on Rotbier - a classic Franconian Rotbier. Dieu du Ciel is described as 'Canadian icons whose influence runs deep.' The Rotbier is malt-forward and elegant with notes of toasted bread crust, subtle caramel, and a clean lager finish.
- Nickel Brook Brewing, Great Lakes Brewing & Sawdust City BrewingminorCollaborative farmhouse ale 'Best Case Ontario' combining wild yeast from Escarpment Labs with wild Ontario hops and a BC frame of mind. Described as an 'ale of national proportions.'
- The Commons (Chicago)minorCommon Wind - a Brettanomyces fermented Farmhouse Ale conditioned with Keremeos Apricots. The origin traces back to a meeting in a Chicago brew pub where Sean of The Commons and Brent of Four Winds first exchanged thoughts on beer 6 years ago.
- Driftwood BreweryminorCoastal Celebration West Coast Pilsner - a collaboration born from mutual admiration and shared love of crisp, hoppy beers. Brewed using local pilsner malt from Field Five Farms in Saanichton.
- BBNO$minorBBNOALC - the brewery's first ever Non-Alcoholic beer. A light and spritzy N.A. Sour Ale packed with fruity notes, collaboration with hip-hop phenom BBNO$.
- Borg Brugghús (Iceland)minorBlodberg Nordic Saison - an international collaboration inspired by the wild countryside of Iceland. Brewed with arctic thyme and aged in an oak foeder with Keremeos plums and wild yeast.
- Escarpment LabsminorEscarpment - a Dry-Hopped Brett Pale Ale created using a new hybrid yeast strain developed by Escarpment Labs in Guelph, Ontario. Highlights the unique yeast character with notes of candied pineapple and Swedish berries.
- Delta Pride SocietyminorCome Together - a sour ale with chamomile and cassis. Also available as part of Delta Pride Picnic Baskets available for pre-order with pickup at a Pride event.
- Alibi RoomminorAlibi Room Dry-hopped Keller Pils was created to support the Alibi Room during the pandemic. Majority of proceeds support UNYA (Urban Native Youth Association) and Downtown Eastside Women's Centre.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights2 records
Four Winds Brewing competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Twin Sails Brewing: Port Moody, BC craft brewery focused on hazy IPAs and innovative styles with a taproom, competing for the same enthusiast segment in Metro Vancouver.
- Tofino Brewing Co. BC coastal craft brewery known for bold West Coast beers; competes in the same market and has collaborated with Four Winds on an Oyster Pilsner.
- Driftwood Brewery: Vancouver Island craft brewery producing West Coast and European-style beers; a direct BC competitor and prior collaborator with Four Winds on a West Coast Pilsner.
- Parallel 49 Brewing: Vancouver-based craft brewery with a taproom and broad BC distribution, directly competing for the same craft beer consumers and retail shelf space.
- Steamworks Brewing Co. Vancouver-area brewery combining a brewpub/restaurant with packaged beer distribution, mirroring Four Winds' brewery-plus-hospitality model.
- Phillips Brewing & Malting Co. Victoria-based independent craft brewery with strong BC/Alberta distribution and diverse beer styles, a close comparable in offering and geography.
- Central City Brewers + Distillers (Red Racer): Surrey, BC brewery/distillery with production, brewpub, and wide regional distribution, overlapping directly with Four Winds' production and hospitality model.
Emerging players
- Strange Fellows Brewing: Vancouver brewery specializing in mixed-fermentation, wild, and barrel-aged beers, closely overlapping Four Winds' Brettanomyces and foudre-aged program.
Regional players
- Establishment Brewing Company: Calgary, Alberta craft brewery and past Four Winds collaborator; comparable in style and ethos but based in an adjacent province.
Broad incumbents
- Steam Whistle Brewing: Larger established Canadian independent brewery with national distribution and a taproom; overlaps in category but operates at greater scale beyond Four Winds' regional niche.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Four Winds Brewing social profiles
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Four Winds Brewing leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
Four Winds Brewing subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries2 records
Four Winds Brewing funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Four Winds Brewing M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Four Winds Brewing
What does Four Winds Brewing do?
Four Winds Brewing crafts and sells a diverse range of West Coast and European-style craft beers (IPAs, lagers, Berliner Weisses, barrel-aged sours, wild farmhouse ales) from its production brewery in Delta, BC. The brewery sells beer through its own e-commerce storefront, two physical taproom/restaurant locations (Taproom & Kitchen on River Road and Beach House & Brewery in Tsawwassen), and through wholesale distribution to bars, restaurants, and liquor stores throughout BC and Alberta. It also operates a quarterly Beer Club subscription and sells branded merchandise.
Is Four Winds Brewing a public or private company?
Four Winds Brewing is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Four Winds Brewing founded?
Four Winds Brewing was founded in 2013. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is Four Winds Brewing based?
Four Winds Brewing is headquartered in Delta, Canada, in the North America region.
How does Four Winds Brewing make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Beer Sales (Direct - Online & In-Store) is the primary driver. The others are liquor Store & Restaurant Distribution, beer Club Subscription, food & Beverage Service (Taproom & Kitchen) and merchandise Sales.
Who are Four Winds Brewing's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Twin Sails Brewing, Tofino Brewing Co., Driftwood Brewery, Parallel 49 Brewing, Steamworks Brewing Co., Phillips Brewing & Malting Co. and Central City Brewers + Distillers (Red Racer). Strange Fellows Brewing is listed as an emerging player. Establishment Brewing Company is listed as a regional player. Steam Whistle Brewing is listed as a broad incumbent.
Does Four Winds Brewing have an API?
No public API is recorded for Four Winds Brewing.
What industry is Four Winds Brewing in?
Four Winds Brewing's product category is Craft Beer. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRADAIAA, Beer Brewing & Brands, with a secondary code of THAFALAA, Brewpubs & Taprooms (On-site Beer Service). Its NAICS code is 31212 and its SIC code is 2082.