The “South Bay Uprising”—an influx of banded-together breweries and beer-centric venues spanning Chula Vista to Barrio Logan—has been picking up steam for years. Last weekend, the most formidable … [Read more...] about Thr3e Punk Ales open in Chula Vista
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Magnetic Brewing evicted from Kearny Mesa
Opened in August of 2015, Kearny Mesa’s Magnetic Brewing will not be celebrating a second anniversary this month. An eviction noticed was recently posted at the Cabrillo Commerce Center on Magnatron … [Read more...] about Magnetic Brewing evicted from Kearny Mesa
Beer of the Week: Half Door #Buzzwords
From the Beer Writer: One goal of the West Coaster Beer of the Week is to help people discover special, high-quality beers they might not otherwise come across (and in some cases sadly find out about … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Half Door #Buzzwords
1st Annual Indie Invitational: Monday, August 7
Veteran local beer bar TapRoom teams up with Thorn Brewing Co. and more San Diego breweries for an "Indie Invitational" golf event benefiting Keep A Breast this coming Monday at Riverwalk Golf … [Read more...] about 1st Annual Indie Invitational: Monday, August 7
August Events Sampler Flight
There are no official holidays in the month of August. Given that, one might expect it to be a pretty humdrum month from an events standpoint, but local breweries are taking charge of their—and … [Read more...] about August Events Sampler Flight
Karl Strauss launches distributorship
With 28 years under their belt, the folks at Karl Strauss Brewing Company have done a great deal: opening San Diego proper’s first post-Prohibition Era brewery, building the county’s largest network … [Read more...] about Karl Strauss launches distributorship
Beer of the Week: Benchmark Beaten Path
From the Beer Writer: Last year, Benchmark Brewing Company began canning beers in its Parks Collection series. The first to get the cylinder treatment was an extra pale ale (or XPA, acronym purism be … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Benchmark Beaten Path
Tasting room drama in Encinitas
The City of Encinitas has a history of staunch resistance toward beer manufacturers looking to set up shop within its boundaries. It’s where prestigious brewer Jeff Bagby (who has roots in Encinitas) … [Read more...] about Tasting room drama in Encinitas
Alta Brewing opening soon in Barrio Logan
If you miss the good old days, when classic C hops ruled the day, pale ales registered mid-range on the SRM meter and beer menus went from blonde to stout, Brett Stampf can relate. A veteran brewer … [Read more...] about Alta Brewing opening soon in Barrio Logan
Fxck Cancer Fundraiser at La Mesa’s Next Door
On Saturday, August 5th, College Area pub Next Door Craft Beer & Wine Bar will host the charity F C Cancer Foundation. The fundraiser, which runs from 5 to 9 PM, will raise money to purchase a … [Read more...] about Fxck Cancer Fundraiser at La Mesa’s Next Door