Red and black circular logo for Colleen's Amber Ale featuring a line drawing of a bulldog's face and text 'Est. 2014' and 'Amber Ale'.

COLLEEN’S

AMBER ALE

Colleen’s Amber Ale
The Beer That Gives Back

A locally brewed amber ale created in memory of Colleen Tomchuk — raising funds for ovarian cancer research with every pint poured.

Colleen and her pug elwood from 2003.

Colleen and her pug, Elwood. 2003

Colleen’s Story

Colleen's Amber Ale has been a beloved staple of the SHHG since its introduction in 2014. This delicious beer was created not only to delight the taste buds of our patrons but also to support a meaningful cause. Named in honor of Colleen Tomchuk, the late wife of SHHG's managing partner, Colleen's Amber Ale represents the resilience and spirit of all women affected by ovarian cancer. Colleen Tomchuk was a remarkable woman known for her unwavering strength, boundless positivity, and deep love for her family and her cherished pug, Elwood.

For 12 years, we've been proud to pour Colleen's Amber Ale at our locations, with $0.50 from every pint going directly to The Alberta Cancer Foundation (ACF) for ovarian cancer research.

Alberta Cancer Foundation logo.

THE BEER

A Proper Amber Ale

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Style: Ale
Color: Deep Amber
Aroma: Slight Toasted Caramel & Toffee
ABV: 5.0%
IBU: 18
Description: A deep amber ale with a medium mouthfeel, medium carbonation balanced by a slight toasted caramel maltiness with subtle toffee, and a mild hop bite with a crisp, clean finish.

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A circular logo with a pug called Colleen's Amber Ale. the text 'EST. 2014'. The logo has a red and black border design.

Brewed in partnership with our friends at Blindman Brewing in Lacombe, Alberta. It’s a classic pub ale designed to pair perfectly with good food, good company, and a great cause.

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BREWED IN ALBERTA

Brewed by Blindman Brewing

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TAKE COLLEEN’S HOME

Three cans of Colleen's Amber Ale beer by Blindman Brewing, featuring a label with a hand-drawn dog's face, the brewery's name, and established year 2014.

COLLEEN’S AMBER ALE - ON DRAFT

Enjoy Colleen’s Amber Ale on tap with 16 oz. or 22 oz. pours available at the pub. For every draft pour sold, $0.50 is donated to ovarian cancer research through the Alberta Cancer Foundation.

You can find Colleen’s Amber Ale on tap at Sherlock Holmes Hospitality Group pubs, Blindman Brewing, and select Sawmill Restaurant Group locations.

$20 for a 4-pack of 473-ml tallboy cans.

$2 for each 4-pack sold goes to ovarian cancer research for The Alberta Cancer Foundation.

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Colleen’s Amber Ale is brewed by Blindman Brewing, an independent Alberta craft brewery based in Lacombe.

Blindman shares the same philosophy we do — supporting local communities and creating exceptional beer using the best ingredients available.

This partnership allows us to produce Colleen’s Amber Ale both on draft in our pubs and in take-home cans, helping the impact of the beer reach even further.

A glass of Colleen's amber ale beer with foam on top, on a coaster that supports Ovarian Cancer Research donation, sitting on a dark wooden table with a window and blinds in the background.

The beer that gives back.

Our donation total to date

$335 000


The total contributions from our various charitable efforts, including proceeds from Colleen's Amber Ale sales and our annual golf tournament.