December is a time for jovial gatherings fortified by warming wassail…or craft beer if you prefer. Since you’re a West Coaster reader, we’re going to go ahead that is your preference. In the spirit of … [Read more...] about December Events Sampler Flight
Rough Draft Brewing adds in-house eats
From the beginning, Jeff and Chris Silver put a great deal of effort into making the tasting room at their Rough Draft Brewing Company (8830 Recho Road, Mira Mesa) more than a cold, characterless … [Read more...] about Rough Draft Brewing adds in-house eats
Beer of the Week: Mother Earth Ma’s Kettle Sour
From the Beer Writer: Though located four miles away from its headquarters and brewery, Mother Earth Brew Co.’s “Tap House” bar draws in big crowds on a consistent basis. Roomy, set up for food … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Mother Earth Ma’s Kettle Sour
Green Flash’s Hop Odyssey continues
Business as usual—it’s more than the ubiquitous and fundamentally false battle cry of former craft breweries that have been acquired by Big Beer giants. In the case of current craft breweries like … [Read more...] about Green Flash’s Hop Odyssey continues
Beer of the Week: Bay City Coffee Pale Ale
From the Beer Writer: When people think of coffee beers, they naturally gravitate toward stouts and porters. Roasted malts with a touch of hop bitterness is the closest thing to a bitter, roasty cup … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Bay City Coffee Pale Ale
32 North opening tap room in Liberty Station collective
Miramar’s 32 North Brewing Company recently celebrated its one-year anniversary, and it’s looking like Years Two and Three will be big ones for the young interest. Owner Steve Peterson has accepted … [Read more...] about 32 North opening tap room in Liberty Station collective
Q&A: Ed O’Sullivan
Owner & Brewmaster, O’Sullivan Bros. Brewing Co. Having seen the undeniable impact and growth of the local brewing industry, local colleges have developed craft beer curriculums covering the … [Read more...] about Q&A: Ed O’Sullivan
Fallbrook Brewing partnering to open bar and restaurant
While roaming Broadway Pier’s Port Pavilion during San Diego Beer Week’s inaugural VIP Brewer Takeover, I came across Fallbrook Brewing Company’s table and walked away with even more than the pair of … [Read more...] about Fallbrook Brewing partnering to open bar and restaurant
Beer of the Week: AleSmith District 6 Session Saison
From the Beer Writer: The impact of the local brewing industry is resonating at City Hall, where visionary public servants are seeing the job creation and fiscal boost craft beer brings to America’s … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: AleSmith District 6 Session Saison
Coronado Brewing rolling out revised look
Last month, West Coaster took readers inside Coronado Brewing Company’s fast-expanding Bay Park headquarters, which now includes three buildings taking up nearly an entire half of a cul-de-sac. The … [Read more...] about Coronado Brewing rolling out revised look