North County’s latest brewery, Aztec / Seven Nations Brewing Company, opened their doors for a soft opening on August 27th. Taking over the old Green Flash facilities did not work out for the brewery, … [Read more...] about Brewery Spotlight #4: Aztec Brewing Company
San Diego Beer & Beverage News
First Look: Suds County USA
For over a year, a film crew headed by director and producer Sheldon Kaplan has quietly moved throughout the San Diego brewing industry. Now, the film, titled "Suds County USA", is in post production. … [Read more...] about First Look: Suds County USA
Monkey Business
Monkey Paw, the newest member of the Blair Bar Empire, opened its doors on August 23rd at 5PM. Propietor Scot Blair stood by the entrance shaking hands as the first customers shuffled into the newest … [Read more...] about Monkey Business
Weekly Wednesday Event Post 8/24 – 8/31
We're going to switch up this post. From now on, rather than listing every single event in the next 7 days, we're simply going to list our picks. As always, if you'd like a complete list of upcoming … [Read more...] about Weekly Wednesday Event Post 8/24 – 8/31
Brewery Spotlight #3: Coronado Brewing Co.
Coronado Brewing Co. announced some big expansion news last week, and for that they are our Brewery Spotlight #3. By the end of 2012, CBC's new 30-barrel brew house, tasting room and retail store will … [Read more...] about Brewery Spotlight #3: Coronado Brewing Co.
Encinitas BrewFest Recap
Here at West Coaster, we attend a lot of beer festivals. We love 'em because we get to meet our awesome readers, sling t-shirts, and spread the gospel of San Diego Beer. Last weekend, we attended … [Read more...] about Encinitas BrewFest Recap
5Q with Beer-Con co-organizer Michael Bowen
With Beer-Con just over a week away, we shot a few questions to Michael Bowen, co-organizer of the event. West Coaster: You've been wearing the "Ask me about Beer-Con" shirt around. What's the … [Read more...] about 5Q with Beer-Con co-organizer Michael Bowen
Aztec / Seven Nation Brewing Company Explained
Updated 10:20AM with some revisions. Thanks Jeff! There was some confusion regarding Aztec Brewing Company, so we called and asked a few questions. We spoke with Claudia Faulk, who is one of a … [Read more...] about Aztec / Seven Nation Brewing Company Explained
Weekly Wednesday Event Post 8/17 – 8/24
Happy Birthday Week to Stone! Here's your 7-Day craft beer forecast. Wednesday, August 17 3P - From Main Tap's Facebook: "Hoppy Hand pump day!!! We'll be tapping a cask of BA Dude DIPA from … [Read more...] about Weekly Wednesday Event Post 8/17 – 8/24
Hess Fest: First SD Nano Turns One
The tiny yet professional brewery located in the heart of Miramar, Hess Brewing, celebrated its first year of business on Saturday, August 13, 2011. Amid the festivities, we pulled Mike Hess, owner … [Read more...] about Hess Fest: First SD Nano Turns One