Flying Boats Brewing

Flying Boats Brewing is a craft brewery located in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Canada, with deep roots in the region's aviation, railway, maritime, and transportation history. Founded in June 2015 by owner Marc Melanson, the brewery began on a 2-barrel system in a garage before expanding in 2018 to a 15-barrel brewhouse complete with a canning line and an on-site taproom. Melanson's inspiration came from his decade working as an automotive engineer across various European countries, where he developed an appreciation for distinctive, regionally produced beers — a variety that was largely absent from the Canadian market upon his return in the early 1990s. That gap in the market ultimately drove the creation of Flying Boats Brewing. The brewery's name and beer lineup are a deliberate homage to the rich and often overlooked history of southeast New Brunswick, drawing on stories of early flying boats, railway legends, historic shipwrecks, and local landmarks. This storytelling approach gives each beer a distinct identity rooted in regional culture. Flying Boats Brewing produces a broad and rotating portfolio of more than 20 craft beers spanning a wide range of styles. Current offerings include a German-Style Pilsner, Irish Red Ale, American Pale Ale, East Coast Hazy Ale, New England IPA, Double IPA, Imperial Hazy Triple IPA, Kettle Sour, Oatmeal Stout, Sea Salt Caramel Stout, Blonde Ale, Coastal Light Lager, Apple Light Lager, and Hemisphere IPA, among others. Notable releases include collaborations such as the C-Side Apple, developed in partnership with Belliveau Orchards. The brewery packages its beers in cans and distributes across five Canadian provinces, including New Brunswick (via ANBL stores, agencies, and grocery), Nova Scotia (private liquor retailers), Prince Edward Island (PEI Liquor), Alberta (private liquor retailers), and Saskatchewan (private liquor retailers). In addition to retail distribution, Flying Boats Brewing operates a well-established taproom at 700 Malenfant Blvd in Dieppe, open six days a week, offering pints, flights, and a view into the working brewhouse. The taproom hosts regular events including live music, trivia nights, tap takeovers, and private event bookings for birthdays, corporate gatherings, and holiday parties. The brewery also offers a membership program called the Boat Club, which provides members-only pricing, early access to limited and seasonal releases, exclusive events, and personalized mugs kept behind the bar.