Collective Arts Brewing is a craft brewery founded in 2013 by co-founders Matt Johnson and Bob Russell in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. The brewery is rooted in a grassroots philosophy built on two core beliefs: that great beer and great art are natural companions, and that creativity in all its forms deserves a platform. Hamilton's industrial heritage provides a fitting backdrop for a brewery that has grown from a local passion project into a nationally and internationally recognized brand with distribution reaching markets such as Boston and Florida. At the heart of Collective Arts is its unique fusion of brewing craft and visual art. Each can and bottle serves as a canvas for emerging artists and musicians, making every release a collectible in its own right. The brewery produces a wide range of beer styles, from hop-forward IPAs and sessionable ales to more adventurous barrel-aged offerings. One of their most celebrated beers is Origin of Darkness, a barrel-aged old fashioned-inspired stout that showcases the brewery's ambition in pushing the boundaries of the craft. Collective Arts has built a strong reputation in the craft beer community, with Origin of Darkness earning recognition as a standout among barrel-aged stouts. The brewery's taproom in Hamilton welcomes visitors into a space where beer culture and artistic expression converge, making it a destination for both beer lovers and art enthusiasts alike.