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Celebrate women in food and drink at Dundee's inaugural festival—four tokens, a stainless-steel festival glass, live music and a 30-minute brewery tour option are included with tickets. Join 71 Brewing and Canvas at Canvas Dundee for a trans-inclusive, 18+ tasting event that spotlights Scotland's female brewers, distillers and food-makers.
Celebrate women in food and drink at Dundee's inaugural festival—four tokens, a stainless-steel festival glass, live music and a 30-minute brewery tour option are included with tickets. Join 71 Brewing and Canvas at Canvas Dundee for a trans-inclusive, 18+ tasting event that spotlights Scotland's female brewers, distillers and food-makers.
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On a brisk Dundee afternoon, Canvas Dundee at 14 Ure Street, DD15HZ opens its doors for the Cailleach Festival, a lively celebration of women-led craft beer, spirits, food and art. Running 11am–7pm, the festival—presented by 71 Brewing and Canvas—curates taps and bars from Scotland's most inventive producers, plus live music and street-food flavours that make the city's waterfront scene hum.
The main features are clear: a central tasting hall stocked with beers from 71 Brewing, Bellfield, Closet Brewing, Innis & Gunn and Fyne Ales; spirits pours from Nc'nean Distillery, Matugga Rum and Tayport Distillery; and food stalls including Pinko's Korean Street Food. The festival includes a Cailleach stainless steel festival glass and four beverage tokens (equal to two full pints, or four half-pints, or two curated cocktails) with every ticket, and additional token pairs are available onsite for £2.50. For curious drinkers, booked tour tickets add a 30-minute guided brewery tour that covers the making of beer, the history of brewing in Dundee and the legacy of the Blackness Ironworks.
The Cailleach theme is deliberate: referencing the Divine Hag of Creation, the event spotlights women's technical skill and creativity across the supply chain—from brewers to distillers to cooks and musicians. It's an intentionally trans-inclusive space and an 18+ event; non-alcoholic options are available for drivers. Accessibility is strong: the venue is fully accessible with a lift and accessible washrooms, making it easy for many visitors to join the celebration.
What makes this festival stand out is not just the lineup but the curation. Rather than a scattershot market, organisers have assembled producers who are pushing styles and flavour boundaries while honouring local traditions—cask-forward beers alongside modern mixed-fermentation experiments; small-batch gins beside sustainably minded rums. Live music schedules will pace the day, and the festival's stainless steel glass is a practical keepsake that cuts down single-use waste.
Practical notes: bring ID if you look young, cashless payment is accepted for food and tokens, and wristbands are issued at entry for re-entry. For anyone visiting Dundee, Cailleach is an accessible, celebratory way to taste Scotland's female-led brewing and distilling scene, learn about local brewing history on a short tour, and enjoy thoughtful food and music in a friendly city venue.
easy.
8 hours (11am–7pm).
Minimal physical exertion required; suitable for most visitors who can stand and walk short distances.
Standard tickets include entry, a Cailleach stainless steel festival glass and four beverage tokens (the equivalent of two full pints or two cocktails).
Yes — this is an 18+ event. Attendees should bring valid ID for entry and when buying alcohol.
Yes — non-alcoholic drinks are available and drivers can choose alcohol-free options.
Additional beverage token pairs are sold onsite for £2.50 each or can be purchased in advance; tokens are non-refundable.
Yes — Canvas Dundee at 14 Ure Street, DD15HZ is fully accessible with a lift and accessible washrooms.
Booked tour tickets add a 30-minute guided brewery tour focused on the making of beer, local brewing history and the legacy of the Blackness Ironworks.
Dundee has a long industrial and brewing legacy; the festival's guided brewery tour touches on the history of brewing in Dundee and the area's Blackness Ironworks connection.
The festival reduces single-use waste by issuing stainless steel glasses and highlights small, sustainable producers; attendees are encouraged to use public transport and recycle.
71 Brewing Ltd is a craft brewery in Dundee, Scotland that offers immersive brewery tours and guided tastings. The brewery’s flagship experience, the 71 Brewery Tour, takes visitors through the brewing process from ingredients to tasting. Tours are led by passionate experts who explain brewing techniques, ingredient selection, and flavour development. Each tour includes a guided tasting of four to five beers, giving guests a chance to sample core and seasonal brews while learning how tasting notes, hops, malts, and yeast influence flavour. The 71 Brewery Tour is designed for both curious newcomers and experienced beer drinkers. On the tour, visitors see production areas, learn about brewing equipment and steps in beer production, and gain practical insight into recipe decisions and quality control. The tasting segment focuses on sensory evaluation and the characteristics of each beer served. Tours are presented in a structured format and emphasize hands-on explanation rather than theoretical detail. 71 Brewing’s location in Dundee provides accessible local experiences for residents and visitors to the city. The brewery positions itself as a place for education and enjoyment, combining behind-the-scenes access with curated tastings. Information about tour length, availability, and booking can be obtained directly from 71 Brewing Ltd or its listings. This factual summary reflects the brewery’s public offering and core experience as described in the 71 Brewery Tour description. The tour balances informative commentary with approachable presentation, making the brewery visit suitable for groups, solo travellers, and anyone interested in Dundee's contemporary beer scene and local visitors.
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