Twice a year, I assess the work-in-progress brewing-company-owned projects throughout San Diego County and offer my thoughts on those that appear to have the most promise. This is the first post in a … [Read more...] about Brightest Beer Futures: South San Diego County
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City of San Diego issues proclamation to Brewers Guild
Earlier today, the City of San Diego invited local brewers to take part in a ceremony honoring them and their organizational backbone, the San Diego Brewers Guild, when District 6 Councilmember Chris … [Read more...] about City of San Diego issues proclamation to Brewers Guild
North County’s Craft Brew Industry: A Closer Look
Recently, I released a new report on North County’s craft beer industry, updating 2013 research I conducted for the North County Economic Development Council. From analyzing survey responses, economic … [Read more...] about North County’s Craft Brew Industry: A Closer Look
Beer of the Week: Capital of Craft IPA
From the Beer Writer: Today marks the start of the ninth annual San Diego Beer Week. Taking place from November 3-12 throughout the county, it's a little idea that's grown to gargantuan status. I … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Capital of Craft IPA
Sampler Flight: Best of San Diego Beer Week 2017
Each month, we present several best-bet local beer-related events for the following 28 to 31 days, but as we all know, November isn’t any normal month in America’s Finest City. It’s the month that … [Read more...] about Sampler Flight: Best of San Diego Beer Week 2017
SDBW Highlights: Editor’s Edition
Tomorrow, Brandon Hernández breaks down his best bets for SD Beer Week. Today, I wanted to point out some events that caught my eye. For more than 260 SDBW events, check out our web … [Read more...] about SDBW Highlights: Editor’s Edition
Latchkey Brewing taking over Acoustic Ales’ Mission Brewery Plaza facility
Many are the local entrepreneurs who have fallen in love with the idea of brewing at the historic Mission Brewery Plaza. Located in the City of San Diego’s Five Points neighborhood, it is easily … [Read more...] about Latchkey Brewing taking over Acoustic Ales’ Mission Brewery Plaza facility
This Weekend: Hard Core Cider Tour
Publisher's Note: this is a crosspost from our affiliate magazine San Diego Beverage Times. There, we cover all of the tasty liquids made in San Diego - including cider! New for San Diegans and … [Read more...] about This Weekend: Hard Core Cider Tour
Former Abnormal brewer headed north to Moksa Brewing
When it comes to local personalities, few were as ingrained in the multi-tiered fabric of San Diego’s beer scene as Derek Gallanosa. After years spent at Karl Strauss Brewing Company, he went on to be … [Read more...] about Former Abnormal brewer headed north to Moksa Brewing
Beer of the Week: Bagby Herd of Turtles
From the Beer Writer: There are magic moments where you take a first sip of a beer and are instantly aware of its flawlessness care of a perfect blend of flavors, aroma, body and balance. I … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Bagby Herd of Turtles