View/Download the March 2013 issue of West Coaster here, or pick up a print copy at your favorite local beer spot. If you don't see it there, e-mail us at directory@westcoastersd.com and we'll add the … [Read more...] about March 2013 Issue: Out Now
Attention Brewers: ABC Workshop February 12
The California Craft Brewers Association (CCBA) will be holding an ABC (Alcoholic Beverage Control) workshop in San Diego on Tuesday, February 12. This is your chance to get answers to frequently … [Read more...] about Attention Brewers: ABC Workshop February 12
Coming Up: Super Saturday
Just because it's Tuesday doesn't mean it's too early to start planning for the weekend. From what we've gathered on our web calendar, there are several great events just on Saturday: Karl Strauss' … [Read more...] about Coming Up: Super Saturday
Happy 50th Birthday Vista!
On this day in 1963, Vista was born. To mark the milestone, each of the eight Vista Brewers Guild members will create (or has already created) a beer in the city's honor. We've set up a special web … [Read more...] about Happy 50th Birthday Vista!
UC San Diego Extension Set to Launch Pro Brewing Program
UC San Diego Extension, the professional education and public service division of UC San Diego, announces the launch of a professional brewing program, effective summer 2013. The program has been … [Read more...] about UC San Diego Extension Set to Launch Pro Brewing Program
“Bottled & Kegged: San Diego’s Craft Brew Culture”
Matthew Schiff, Marketing Director at the San Diego History Center in Balboa Park, was kind enough to share a walkthrough video of the upcoming beer-focused exhibit "Bottled & Kegged: San Diego's … [Read more...] about “Bottled & Kegged: San Diego’s Craft Brew Culture”
Thirsty Thursday: 10 Web Links
1. Craft Beer Program Director at the Brewers Association Julia Herz's take on a big year for American craft beer. 2. CraftBeer.com's "Tips for Tasting" video series -- craft beer styles, tasting … [Read more...] about Thirsty Thursday: 10 Web Links
Spot Check: Eureka! UTC
San Diego's UTC mall is now home to the seventh site of California burger/beer/whiskey spot Eureka! 40 taps -- 13 rotating -- are divided on the menu by style. Tonight is Steal The Glass Night with … [Read more...] about Spot Check: Eureka! UTC
Photo Issue Deadline: Extended
The deadline for photo submissions to West Coaster's first 'Photo Issue' has been extended to this Friday, January 18 at 5 p.m. The theme is California Craft Beer. Submit your best shots (high … [Read more...] about Photo Issue Deadline: Extended
Butcher’s Buys Manzanita’s Original Brewery
Butcher's Brewing, whose beers are available at many local Whole Foods and Sprouts locations, will no longer be a contract brewer with Bayhawk Ales in Irvine -- the same company that helped craft … [Read more...] about Butcher’s Buys Manzanita’s Original Brewery