From the Beer Writer: What do you call this beer? Hall of Fame Imperial San Diego Pale Ale, Imperial Tony Gwynn San Diego Pale Ale .394 or something else? And once you figure out the name, what do you … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: AleSmith Hall of Fame Imperial San Diego Pale Ale .394
San Diego Beer & Beverage News
Duck Foot Brewing open in Miramar
I’ve interviewed entrepreneur Matt DelVecchio twice in as many years. The first time was on the balcony of his North County condo, where we discussed his celiac diagnosis while drinking beers. Those … [Read more...] about Duck Foot Brewing open in Miramar
West Coaster names Brandon Hernández Editor-at-Large
SAN DIEGO, CA (May 12, 2015)—Nationally recognized beer author and journalist Brandon Hernández (Twitter: @SDBeerNews) has been tapped as Editor-at-Large for monthly brewing publication, West Coaster. … [Read more...] about West Coaster names Brandon Hernández Editor-at-Large
Division 23 set to open in Beeramar
Though the business has been in the works since 2013, Division 23 Brewery has flown under the radar of most beer enthusiasts. That’s been helpful for co-founders Allen Hampton and Kellen Smith as … [Read more...] about Division 23 set to open in Beeramar
Mike Hess to open OB tasting room
Entrepreneurial brewer Mike Hess’ eponymous brewing company has come a long way since its initial days as a nanobrewery tucked away in a labyrinth-like business park. That ever-so-humble starting … [Read more...] about Mike Hess to open OB tasting room
Inside The Confessional
CARDIFF, CA Photos by the author Satellite tasting facilities are a trend on the rise throughout San Diego County. For the most part, brewing companies located in less central communities such as … [Read more...] about Inside The Confessional
SD International Beer Fest Winners
AleSmith Brewing Company took home the Champion Brewery designation at this year's San Diego International Beer Festival competition. AleSmith won four gold medals, receiving the most total combined … [Read more...] about SD International Beer Fest Winners
Satellite Tasting Rooms in San Diego
There are now 13 satellite tasting room operations in San Diego County, with another 2 under construction. The most recent to open was The Lost Abbey's "Confessional" on April 23. Belching … [Read more...] about Satellite Tasting Rooms in San Diego
Finding the Hoppier Side Of Belgian Blondes
Balance is an important concept in every beer style, though it is found in various and sometimes surprising ways. A brewer always has to consider how the various ingredients and techniques used to … [Read more...] about Finding the Hoppier Side Of Belgian Blondes
CityBeat Beer Issue
Weekly San Diego magazine CityBeat published this Beer Issue on Wednesday; check it out! … [Read more...] about CityBeat Beer Issue