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
Beer Styles
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
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
Progress Report: Depot Springs Beer Company
Large-scale hospitality projects tend to be hammered into existence one of two ways—really fast thanks to large capital backing, business savvy and political sway, or slow as molasses due to grand and … [Read more...] about Progress Report: Depot Springs Beer Company
Beer of the Week: White Labs Hansen Hefeweizen (WLP300 Version)
From the Beer Writer: I spent my Election Night taking in a fundraiser for the Beer to the Rescue charity campaign at the Miramar tasting room operated by yeast-production company, White Labs. While … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: White Labs Hansen Hefeweizen (WLP300 Version)
Meet Alta Brewing Company
A quartet that seems well-fitted for erecting and operating a successful brewery is looking to do just that in Barrio Logan. Currently in planning, that business will go by the name Alta Brewing … [Read more...] about Meet Alta Brewing Company
Q&A: “Dr.” Bill Sysak
CEO, Wild Barrel Brewing Company In late-October, while the craft beer community was still processing the news of Stone Brewing’s sizeable layoffs, wondering and worrying about the long-term, … [Read more...] about Q&A: “Dr.” Bill Sysak
The Eleven Best Beers of SDBW Guild Fest 2016
San Diego Beer Week (henceforth known as SDBW because I’m not getting paid by the word) is upon us and I have already passed my first hurdle - the annual Guild Fest at Port Pavilion on Broadway Pier. … [Read more...] about The Eleven Best Beers of SDBW Guild Fest 2016
Beer of the Week: Benchmark Lactic Table Beer
From the Beer Writer: As far as names go, I’m not a fan of referring to beers as “lactic”. To those unfamiliar with the popularity of beers made tart by the presence of lactic acid per Old World beers … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Benchmark Lactic Table Beer