From the Beer Writer: The first year of Beer to the Rescue (the charity campaign established to raise money for the Lupus Foundation of Southern California) numerous local breweries crafted specialty … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Mason Ale Works Vera Lynn Double IPA
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Reckless Brewing’s new tasting room
Miramar’s Carrol Way is home to a pair of businesses that couldn’t be more different from each other. On one side of the street is the colossal manufacturing headquarters of Ballast Point Brewing, a … [Read more...] about Reckless Brewing’s new tasting room
Best San Diego Beer Futures: North
This is the third in a series of four posts taking a look at some of the most promising brewing venues currently in the works around San Diego County. The first two examined spots in the eastern and … [Read more...] about Best San Diego Beer Futures: North
Beer Touring: Indian Joe Brewing
I would be challenged to remember the last time I saw any business receive as much support while out of business as Indian Joe Brewing (2123 Industrial Court, Vista). The family-run operation abruptly … [Read more...] about Beer Touring: Indian Joe Brewing
Best San Diego Beer Futures: West
Last week, we examined some of the most promising work-in-progress beer projects in the eastern portions of San Diego County. Today, as part of this bi-annual four-part series, I am offering up … [Read more...] about Best San Diego Beer Futures: West
Coronado brewmaster founds SouthNorte Brewing Co.
Many know Ryan Brooks for his work as brewmaster at Coronado Brewing Company. During his tenure, that interest has won numerous awards, including Champion Mid-Size Brewing Company at the 2014 World … [Read more...] about Coronado brewmaster founds SouthNorte Brewing Co.
A Quick How-To on Supporting Local Breweries
Recently, I was interviewed about the state of the local brewing industry in the wake of Big Beer interests—AB InBev-owned 10 Barrel, MillerCoors-owned Saint Archer, and Constellation … [Read more...] about A Quick How-To on Supporting Local Breweries
Beer of the Week: Green Flash Brett Coast IPA
From the Beer Writer: I have been fortunate enough to participate in a number of collaboration brews with San Diego breweries. My participation has ranged from lending elbow-grease on brew-days to … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Green Flash Brett Coast IPA
Best San Diego Beer Futures: East
Every six months, I take a look at the work-in-progress breweries throughout San Diego County and offer opinions on those that show the most promise. My current list has more than 40 upcoming … [Read more...] about Best San Diego Beer Futures: East
Mother Earth Brew Co. opening Mother’s Provisions
Today, Main Street in Vista’s historic village area is home to three brewery-owned businesses, including a production brewery (Wavelength Brewing Company) and brewpub (Belching Beaver Brewing Tavern … [Read more...] about Mother Earth Brew Co. opening Mother’s Provisions