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San Diego’s craft beer originator continues strategic shift
It’s been three decades since Karl Strauss Brewing opened its doors in downtown San Diego. Being the oldest brewing interest in the county, one might expect stodgy adherence to “the good old days,” … [Read more...] about Karl Strauss: Present & Future (Part 1)
In a blog post today titled "Farewell Stone Brewing Berlin: Too Big, Too Bold, Too Soon" Stone co-founder and executive chairman Greg Koch announced the company will transfer ownership of the Stone … [Read more...] about Stone transferring ownership of Berlin brewpub to BrewDog
Iron Fist Brewing’s revamped lineup delivers brewery’s first NEIPA
From the Beer Writer: Believe it or not, there are still San Diego County breweries that don't produce Northeast-style IPAs. Granted, there aren't all that many of them...and now there's one less … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Hazy Hippie Trail
On May 4, 2019, the San Diego Brewers Guild is bringing fans the perfect pairing of delicious craft beer and live jams from local musicians at the annual Rhythm & Brews Craft Beer and Music … [Read more...] about Rhythm & Brews Craft Beer and Music Festival returns to Historic Vista Village
Founder of Harland Brewing also launches Scout Distribution
Last December, Josh Landan, most famous locally for founding and subsequently selling Saint Archer Brewery, returned to the beer industry by establishing Harland Brewing. But he didn’t stop there. He … [Read more...] about Craft Q&A (Part 2): Josh Landan
Saint Archer’s founder talks about return to brewing industry
In 2013, Josh Landan assembled a team of high-profile investors from the action-sports world to fund Saint Archer Brewery. A little over two years in, Big Beer (MillerCoors) came knocking with a … [Read more...] about Craft Q&A (Part 1): Josh Landan
San Diego Museum of Beer seeks to open in East Village
It’s no secret that San Diego a destination for high-quality craft beer. Local artisans have been working hard for three decades to create and maintain the county’s beer Mecca reputation. And while … [Read more...] about Curating #SDBeer culture
Top-shelf beer festivities taking place the first month of the New Year
Another month, another slew of #SDBeer events as well as the debunking of the myth that 13 is an unlucky number. The proof? There’s even more going on that day of the month than the three epic (and … [Read more...] about Sampler Flight: April #SDBeer Events
Savagewood Brewing’s Berliner weisse inspired by nautical tomfoolery
From the Beer Writer: It’s a day Savagewood Brewing owner Darrel Brown will never forget. And given the large number of cocktails he consumed that’s both surprising and impressive. While on a booze … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Catamaran Booze Cruise
A coffee-beer collab, revised name and food with your kombucha
Two of San Diego’s fastest-growing companies, Modern Times Beer and Consortium Holdings, are teaming to open a coffee-centric venue in the East Village. Located at 631 Ninth Avenue, the “Invigatorium” … [Read more...] about Beer Briefs: Modern Times, Consortium Holdings, Cismontane & JuneShine
