In 2006, when Jim Crute transitioned from a long career as a biochemist to become a brewery owner, the landscape in San Diego County was very different. For one thing, the story of a starry-eyed … [Read more...] about Poway’s Lightning Brewery up for sale
Beer News
Beer of the Week: Finest Made Fruit Cake Brown Ale
From the Beer Writer: Marketing really resonated with me in my youth. Living in an age of cartoon series’ built to market action figures, transforming robots, brands of candy, video games and all … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Finest Made Fruit Cake Brown Ale
Q&A: Geri Lawson
Co-owner, Indian Joe Brewing Native American-owned family business Indian Joe Brewing was a hit in a municipality drenched in craft-beer. Despite capacity issues, the small Vista brewery gained a … [Read more...] about Q&A: Geri Lawson
Wild Barrel Brewing purchased URBN St. system
All around San Diego County, brewing-company owners were biding their time and licking their chops, ready to pounce on used brewery equipment, the leftovers of URBN Restaurant Group’s discontinued El … [Read more...] about Wild Barrel Brewing purchased URBN St. system
Beer of the Week: Societe The Urchin
From the Beer Writer: Each week for the past several years, I’ve made a point of highlighting what I believe are exceptional beers produced by San Diego County breweries. Because I not only write … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Societe The Urchin
Sampler Flight: December Events
The season of good-will and merriment is upon us…also, holiday beers and celebrating. Submitted for your enjoyment are several local events taking place this December. Salt-and-pepper … [Read more...] about Sampler Flight: December Events
Iron Fist Brewing has investor, plans for growth
Over the past seven years, Iron Fist Brewing Company has grown into one of the most steady-running breweries in Vista, second only to Mother Earth Brew Co. in size and visibility. The brewery-rich … [Read more...] about Iron Fist Brewing has investor, plans for growth
Beer of the Week: Bay City Dubbel
From the Beer Writer: Last week’s featured beer was a double IPA. For most local craft-fans, that’s the only double-referencing beer-style they’re bound to seek out, but I’ve been a long-time fan of … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Bay City Dubbel
Monkey Paw brings on new head brewer
Yesterday, the owner of Monkey Paw Pub & Brewery, Scot Blair, announced that he has selected the replacement for head brewer Cosimo Sorrentino, who will be leaving his post come the end of the … [Read more...] about Monkey Paw brings on new head brewer
Beer of the Week: Monkey Paw Thank You! Double IPA
From the Beer Writer: Many are the fans of the beers at East Village brewpub, Monkey Paw Pub & Brewery. And many are the beers of that divey-but-divine spot. But few are the opportunity for those … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Monkey Paw Thank You! Double IPA