In 2014, I was diagnosed with lupus after several years steadily suffering wide-ranging symptoms of this auto-immune disease. Being a chronic condition, I continue to struggle with it, but 2015 … [Read more...] about Beer to the Rescue raises $50,000 for Lupus Foundation
Beer Styles
Beer of the Week: Bolt Donator Doppelbock
From the Beer Writer: There were only two beers to sample when I first visited Bolt Brewery’s La Mesa headquarters 13 months ago. They were nice, but not as nice as the owners. Authentic, all-smiles … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Bolt Donator Doppelbock
Beer of the Week: Mission Holiday Ale
From the Beer Writer: Regardless which of the “happy holidays” you celebrate, ‘tis no style more fitting of current Beer of the Week status than a Christmas ale. This is Christmas after all and one … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Mission Holiday Ale
Beer of the Week: Karl Strauss Six Suits A-Hangin’
From the Beer Writer: I can remember when Karl Strauss Brewing Company went from that loveable but sort of stale company best known for being the longest operating San Diego brewery post-Prohibition, … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Karl Strauss Six Suits A-Hangin’
2015 Recap: Beers Past
This marks the first in a three-part line of year-end posts. Today’s will focus on the most alluring ghosts of new beers past from 2015. Each year, I have the pleasure (the honor, actually) of … [Read more...] about 2015 Recap: Beers Past
Beer of the Week: Stone & Sierra Nevada NxS IPA
From the Beer Writer: Over the past couple of years, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. has initiated a number of high-profile projects involving some of the country’s foremost craft breweries. Most notable in … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Stone & Sierra Nevada NxS IPA
Everyday I’m Trufflin’
Somehow, I’d never heard of Andrea. It’s possible that you haven’t either. But after a San Diego Beer Week campaign that saw her collaborate with such big name venues as Gordon Biersch, Mike Hess … [Read more...] about Everyday I’m Trufflin’
Beer of the Week: Fallbrook Lupus Has Left the Building
From the Beer Writer: When embarking on the year-long Beer to the Rescue campaign, a fundraising effort where local breweries craft specialty beers to support the Lupus Foundation of Southern … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Fallbrook Lupus Has Left the Building
Stone to tap first Berlin-brewed beers December 7
You’ve heard about it for years. Stone Brewing Co. is building a brewery in Berlin, Germany; and in doing so will become the first independent American craft brewing interest to do so. This is a big … [Read more...] about Stone to tap first Berlin-brewed beers December 7
Beer of the Week: Mother Earth Ma’s Kettle Sour
From the Beer Writer: Though located four miles away from its headquarters and brewery, Mother Earth Brew Co.’s “Tap House” bar draws in big crowds on a consistent basis. Roomy, set up for food … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Mother Earth Ma’s Kettle Sour