Congrats to AleSmith on receiving 1st place in TapHunter.com’s SD Brewery of the Year Awards. Nearly 500 votes were cast and it was no surprise to see the Mira Mesa brewery take top spot. Just like their beers, the celebratory party on Friday night did not disappoint – the tasting room was filled to the brim. Head honcho Peter Zien dropped in to check the scene before retreating to enjoy a celebratory beer away from the masses. Mel and Flash Gordon, TapHunter’s dynamic duo, were excited to see the great turnout.
Just a couple blocks away, the party was already underway as Hess Brewing celebrated their 2nd place finish in the vote. On tap besides some great Hess selections were beers from the 3rd place finishers, Ballast Point and Stone. Tabe BBQ was on hand to provide nourishment to the growing crowd, with many coming straight from the AleSmith festivities. Although a small brewery, Hess is really making waves in the San Diego Craft Beer Scene.
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