Co-owner, Indian Joe Brewing Native American-owned family business Indian Joe Brewing was a hit in a municipality drenched in craft-beer. Despite capacity issues, the small Vista brewery gained a … [Read more...] about Q&A: Geri Lawson
Wild Barrel Brewing purchased URBN St. system
All around San Diego County, brewing-company owners were biding their time and licking their chops, ready to pounce on used brewery equipment, the leftovers of URBN Restaurant Group’s discontinued El … [Read more...] about Wild Barrel Brewing purchased URBN St. system
Beer of the Week: Societe The Urchin
From the Beer Writer: Each week for the past several years, I’ve made a point of highlighting what I believe are exceptional beers produced by San Diego County breweries. Because I not only write … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Societe The Urchin
Sampler Flight: December Events
The season of good-will and merriment is upon us…also, holiday beers and celebrating. Submitted for your enjoyment are several local events taking place this December. Salt-and-pepper … [Read more...] about Sampler Flight: December Events
Iron Fist Brewing has investor, plans for growth
Over the past seven years, Iron Fist Brewing Company has grown into one of the most steady-running breweries in Vista, second only to Mother Earth Brew Co. in size and visibility. The brewery-rich … [Read more...] about Iron Fist Brewing has investor, plans for growth
Valley Center Brewery shuttered
As any unincorporated entrepreneur will tell you, opening a brewery in a small community on the outskirts of San Diego County is a risky proposition. Some, such as Alpine Beer Company and Nickel Beer … [Read more...] about Valley Center Brewery shuttered
Beer of the Week: Bay City Dubbel
From the Beer Writer: Last week’s featured beer was a double IPA. For most local craft-fans, that’s the only double-referencing beer-style they’re bound to seek out, but I’ve been a long-time fan of … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Bay City Dubbel
Monkey Paw brings on new head brewer
Yesterday, the owner of Monkey Paw Pub & Brewery, Scot Blair, announced that he has selected the replacement for head brewer Cosimo Sorrentino, who will be leaving his post come the end of the … [Read more...] about Monkey Paw brings on new head brewer
Beer of the Week: Monkey Paw Thank You! Double IPA
From the Beer Writer: Many are the fans of the beers at East Village brewpub, Monkey Paw Pub & Brewery. And many are the beers of that divey-but-divine spot. But few are the opportunity for those … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Monkey Paw Thank You! Double IPA
Q&A: Mike Hinkley
Owner, Green Flash Brewing Company Last weekend, Green Flash Brewing Company turned open the doors of its new East Coast brewery and tasting room in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The project took more … [Read more...] about Q&A: Mike Hinkley