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13 Point Brewing open for business
Lemon Grove’s main drag now sports neighborhood brewery
It’s official. Lemon Grove has its very own craft brewery care of 13 Point Brewing, which soft-opened to the public last Thursday. This leaves the cities of Encinitas and Imperial Beach (each of which … [Read more...] about 13 Point Brewing open for business
Beer to the Rescue closes successful year
Local Lupus Foundation campaign wrap-up and a dose of reality
This year marked the fourth for the charity campaign known as Beer to the Rescue. This year-long effort continues to raise awareness and funds for the Lupus Foundation of Southern California (LFSC) … [Read more...] about Beer to the Rescue closes successful year
2kids Brewing forms The Brainstorm Society
Miramar brewery forms non-profit to support brain tumor research and victims
Though one of San Diego’s smaller breweries, 2kids Brewing is looking to make a big impact through its humanitarian efforts. Owners Rob and Sam Dufau recently founded an official 501(c)(3) non-profit … [Read more...] about 2kids Brewing forms The Brainstorm Society
Benchmark Brewing to remain at its HQ
Grantville brewery hoping to stay at current location, secure funds
As reported last week, Benchmark Brewing was in a precarious situation, facing eviction from the family-run business' Grantville headquarters by the end of this week. That news sounded a rallying cry … [Read more...] about Benchmark Brewing to remain at its HQ
Burning Beard Brewing “deflowers” coolship
El Cajon brewery takes its new copper-lined coolship on a maiden voyage
El Cajon’s Burning Beard Brewing is over two-and-a-half years old. The business has accomplished a lot, realizing a broad portfolio of beers ranging from all-the-rage to seldom-seen, establishing a … [Read more...] about Burning Beard Brewing “deflowers” coolship
The People’s (Drink) Court: Studying for BJCP
As many of you know, I am a complete and utter fraud. Despite my lengthy tenure as a scribe of the Beer World, I am really no more entitled to do this than most other consumers. I might not even have … [Read more...] about The People’s (Drink) Court: Studying for BJCP
First look at Second Chance’s barrel program
Journey #1 debuts December 15
Since opening in 2015, Second Chance Beer Company co-founders Curtis Hawes, Marty Mendiola, and Virginia Morrison have focused on “crafting traditional and innovative beers of the highest quality”. … [Read more...] about First look at Second Chance’s barrel program
Protector Brewery upping production
All-organic Miramar brewery expanding brewing capabilities and more
For the past year-and-a-half, Miramar's all-organic Protector Brewery has been brewing its beers on a two-barrel system and fermenting in four-barrel vessels. Owner Sean Haggerty says this was the … [Read more...] about Protector Brewery upping production
Council Brewing going out of business
Popular Kearny Mesa brewery closing its doors after half a decade
With more breweries operating in San Diego County and throughout the country than ever, the brewing industry is more competitive and challenging than ever. Many independent beer interests are … [Read more...] about Council Brewing going out of business