Brewery employees to donate week's beer rations to Canadian troops in Afghanistan

TORONTO (CP) - Canadian troops in Afghanistan can expect a little extra holiday cheer under the Christmas tree this season.

Or rather, holiday beer. Employees at Steam Whistle Brewery have decided to donate one week's worth of staff beer rations to soldiers stationed in Afghanistan. The company has vowed to match those donations.

While alcohol is not readily available in the Muslim country, troops are allowed to have liquor on the base three times during the year, including Christmas.

The Toronto brewery gift will include limited edition Steam Whistle pilsner holiday 12-packs wrapped in festive colours and topped with a gift tag.