Fall arrives with the promise of brats and lederhosen, but there’s more to October than its namesake festing period. Don’t believe us, then read on and see for yourself the plethora of ale- and … [Read more...] about October Events Sampler Flight
Beer Events
SD Brewers Kill It at 2015 Great American Beer Festival
After several years in which San Diego County breweries had strong, but annually declining performances at the Great American Beer Festival (GABF), the 2015 edition of the country’s largest and most … [Read more...] about SD Brewers Kill It at 2015 Great American Beer Festival
Best Beer Futures: West
This is the third part of a four-article series exploring some of the more interesting and highly anticipated brewery projects throughout San Diego. Today’s post covers the county’s westerly expanses, … [Read more...] about Best Beer Futures: West
September Event Sampler Flight
Summer is fast coming to a close (but not before some record-breaking mercury spikes). Soon, session ales and lighter golden liquid fare will give way to pumpkin- and spice-laced concoctions of a more … [Read more...] about September Event Sampler Flight
Helix Brewing Co. coming soon to La Mesa
It won’t be La Mesa’s first brewing company (Bolt Brewery nabbed those bragging rights, opening last year after the municipal government removed restrictions on breweries within its geographic … [Read more...] about Helix Brewing Co. coming soon to La Mesa
Beer of the Week: Kilowatt Biere Du Monde
From the Beer Writer: While it’s been an honor to help raise some money for a worthy cause through this year’s Beer to the Rescue campaign, there have been plenty of fun elements as well. Chief among … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Kilowatt Biere Du Monde
Fallbrook’s “Homegrown” collaboration beer
One morning, standing in a green room awaiting a television segment with the owners of Fallbrook Brewing Company and Bolt Brewery, I watched both gentlemen take a shine to each other. It made sense. … [Read more...] about Fallbrook’s “Homegrown” collaboration beer
Mike Hess NOT Merging with Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co.
Should one ever doubt the power of social media, all they need do is reference the maelstrom of mixed-support, outrage, wonderment and disbelief that erupted when Jonathan Buford, the owner of Arizona … [Read more...] about Mike Hess NOT Merging with Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co.
August Events Sampler Flight
Perhaps you never noticed, but August is a month containing zero holidays. In situations like this, it’s up to fun-seeking individuals to come up with their own reasons for a good time. Fortunately, … [Read more...] about August Events Sampler Flight
Green Flash’s Treasure Chest beer and fest return
Over the past half-decade, what started as one woman’s battle has grown to include the support of a diverse militia spanning from one side of this great country to the other. Green Flash Brewing … [Read more...] about Green Flash’s Treasure Chest beer and fest return