Local authors tap into Windsor's love of beer

"What's on tap?"

Usually if you ask that question at a local bar, you'll be met with a variety of brew types made right in your own backyard. 

Published in October, Brewed in Windsor: A Tasty History details Windsor-Essex's intimate relationship with beer, from the prohibition days all the way to the present market. 

While the region is often known for its wineries and vineyards, not many know about its history with brewed ales.

The book's authors, Chris Edwards and Elaine Weeks, told CBC News they put the book together after their friend Bill Marentette died in January. 

"Bill was a collector of Windsor beer memorabilia," Edwards said, adding that Marentette had previously asked them to publish a book with him on the topic.

"We decided to put a book together this winter, we had a lot of time on our hands so it's a tribute to Bill's work and his life." 

After gathering some fast facts from Edwards and Weeks, CBC Windsor has decided to put you to the test to see what you know about local beer and breweries. 

True or False: Windsor has 12 major breweries. 

This is false — the city only has half a dozen. 

The six major breweries in Windsor include: Sandwich Brewing Co., Brew Microbrewery, Craftheads Brewing Company, Walkerville Brewery, Chapter Two Brewing Company and Motor Craft Ales. 

"You might think [that's] a lot but for a town the size of Windsor to have six breweries is pretty phenomenal," Edwards said. 

True or False: Kegs of beer from Riverside Brewery were dropped into the Detroit River when the company closed. 

This is true.