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Council Brewing’s newest canned offering celebrates business’ beginnings
From the Beer Writer: When the Santee brewery and tasting room formerly operated by Finest Made Ales went up for bid earlier this year, a number of brewing companies were interested. In the end, it … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: East County Ale
North Park-based JuneShine brings on Greg Peters to head brewing
Just eight weeks into its existence, local manufacturer of alcoholic kombucha, JuneShine, has brought on an experienced, blue-chip fermentationist to serve as its chief brewing officer. That … [Read more...] about Hard kombucha company hires Saint Archer talent
Eastlake brewery opening brewpub at Otay Ranch Town Center mall
When adding new locations, brewing companies often look to install facilities in neighborhoods a fair distance from their headquarters to expand their customer bases and make their mark in … [Read more...] about Novo Brazil to open second Chula Vista venue
San Diego’s largest brewing operation adding San Francisco brewpub
While the beers of Ballast Point Brewing have been readily available across the country since its days as an independent operation, a key component of current parent company, Constellation Brands, is … [Read more...] about Ballast Point expanding to Northern California
Cocktail culture cross-pollinates Abnormal’s latest canned creation
From the Beer Writer: Tiki drinks are experiencing a fun renaissance. Fruity, rummy, umbrella-accompanied tipples and island-themed dens in which to procure them are popping up like palm trees all … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Tiki Life For Me
Examining a new era for Bay City Brewing under a new head brewer
The team behind Point Loma’s Bay City Brewing met their first head brewer, Chris West, when he was behind the bar at downtown’s Monkey Paw Brewing, where he poured in addition to his assistant-brewer … [Read more...] about Craft Q&A: Austin Pinder
Innovative Bagby Beer program gives civilians a meaningful taste of brewery life
Crafting an ale or lager with a professional brewer is a big deal for any beer nerd. A remarkably small percentage of enthusiasts get a taste of such a brew day, but the opportunity to share one with … [Read more...] about Beerleaders: The chance to brew with a legend
County’s smallest brewery famous locally for its much-adored flagship IPA
From the Beer Writer: When I first visited Escondido Brewing, it exceeded my expectations big-time. Keep in mind, it was billed to me as the smallest brewery in the county. While that may be true from … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Hopcondido
New Carlsbad Brewery Igniter tenant soft-opening to the public
The last time we checked in on the left-hand suite at Carlsbad’s Brewery Igniter campus, it was being vacated by Wiseguy Brewing. That interest lasted less than a year, with its owners citing issues … [Read more...] about Papa Marce’s Cerveceria opens today
Highlighting some of this month’s San Diego beer events
The weather isn’t cooling down, nor is the local beer atmosphere. Plenty of ale- and lager-fueled events are taking place this month. Take a look at the featured goings-on below, then head to our … [Read more...] about August #SDBeer Sampler Flight
