Those who’ve taken notice of the notice on the old Mueller building at the corner of Park Boulevard and Madison Avenue in University Heights have attempted to learn more about a work-in-progress … [Read more...] about Long Cloud shape-shifts into Kairoa Brewing
Beer of the Week: Bay City Anniversary IPA
From the Beer Writer: It's been a quick but fruitful two years for Lomaland's Bay City Brewing Company, especially over the past two months. In July, they debuted a beer brewed to represent our … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Bay City Anniversary IPA
Sampler Flight: September Events
September is stocked with a plethora of craft-beer events celebrating just about every type of beer out there. From ales infused with farm-fresh hops to tart tantalizers and, of course, Oktoberfest … [Read more...] about Sampler Flight: September Events
Green Flash competition proves homebrewing IPAs is really hard
Judging brewing competitions can be a reassuring exercise on many levels. If one devotes themselves to the process and takes it seriously, they often gain validation of their powers of evaluation … [Read more...] about Green Flash competition proves homebrewing IPAs is really hard
Oeuvre Artisan Ales contracting with Intergalactic Brewing
The status of Intergalactic Brewing Company remains uncertain at present, but one fact about its future is clear: its tasting room will soon pour beers of a new brand, Oeuvre Artisan Ales. … [Read more...] about Oeuvre Artisan Ales contracting with Intergalactic Brewing
Beer of the Week: Chula Vista Third Avenue Coffee Porter
From the Beer Writer: Growing up in Chula Vista, I spent a great deal of time on Third Avenue. It's where I bought my first guitar, saw many a discount movie at The Vogue theater and ate countless … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Chula Vista Third Avenue Coffee Porter
Q&A: Derek Gallanosa
Head Brewer, Abnormal Beer Company There are movers and shakers in the local beer-brewing and beer-drinking subculture. Then there is Derek Gallanosa, a BMOC among both factions who, while coming … [Read more...] about Q&A: Derek Gallanosa
Opinion: San Diego beer is better than ever
I’ve religiously covered the San Diego brewing industry for a decade. A big part of that has included checking out new breweries. Interviewing so many brewery owners prior to their debut, it’s always … [Read more...] about Opinion: San Diego beer is better than ever
Beer of the Week: White Labs Barrel-Aged Frankenstout
From the Beer Writer: Some see beer as an artistic medium, while others view it as a platform for experimentation. Not surprisingly, the scientific minds at Miramar's White Labs, the foremost … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: White Labs Barrel-Aged Frankenstout
California Wild Ales changes course
Last month I visited Cameron Pryor, one of the founders of California Wild Ales. We met at the under-development all-wild brewery’s Sorrento Valley facility where I took photos of the nearly completed … [Read more...] about California Wild Ales changes course