CORNWALL, Ontario – A Cornwall-produced domestic beer has taken another step towards reality.
City councillors agreed Monday night to approve a limited liquor license for so-called Rurban Brewing Ltd., which is in the process of creating a micro-brewery at 414 Cumberland Street.
Councillors and city staff were looking forward to the day when Rurban Brewing opens its doors.
Rurban officials later said all that is holding them up from opening is the completion of contracting work and necessary inspections.
“It’s a sector that is really growing,” said Coun. Bernadette Clement. “There’s quite a lot of positive talk about this project.”
Economic development manager Marc Boileau agreed.
“They’ve made very good use of the property,” he said.
It’s unclear when Rurban will be ready to begin production. Rurban plans to produce as many as 16 different varieties a year.
The city license allows “by-the glass” sales of beer, in quantities not to exceed 341 ml (12 oz.), between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m., on any day.
