It’s been a long road for one of local beer’s elder statesmen, but Vince Marsaglia (co-founder of Pizza Port and Port Brewing/The Lost Abbey) is just about ready to open the doors to Julian Beer Co. … [Read more...] about Julian Beer Co. to debut Independence Day
Tom Nickel
Beer of the Week: Isomerizer IPA
From the Beer Writer: First came Mosaic Session Ale. I had my first pint at the debut of Karl Strauss Brewing's revamped Brewery Gardens in Sorrento Mesa and instantly loved it. Enough that I pulled … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Isomerizer IPA
Beer of the Week: O Brother, Where Tart Thou?
From the Beer Writer: Beer dinners take place all the time in San Diego. Not to sound completely jaded, but after going to dozens of them, it's easy to take some for granted, even when the food and … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: O Brother, Where Tart Thou?
2017 Recap: Beers of the Week
Each week, I feature a locally produced beer that is special from one of numerous standpoints. Sometimes it’s an anniversary beer, other times I go with collaborations. The draw of something unique … [Read more...] about 2017 Recap: Beers of the Week
Julian Brewing Company v2.0
On Memorial Day weekend of 2016, downtown Julian’s The Bailey Wood-Fired BBQ closed its doors. That move shut down its on-site fermentation component, Julian Brewing Company. The business was taken … [Read more...] about Julian Brewing Company v2.0
Ballast Point holding Family Reunion brews
Before Ballast Point Brewing was a company capable of commanding decuple figures, before it grew into San Diego County’s largest brewery and one of the biggest beer-producers in the country, before … [Read more...] about Ballast Point holding Family Reunion brews
Sampler Flight: July Events
Summer’s in full swing and so is San Diego’s beer-drinking public. Rather than beat the heat, get right out in it and combat it with local ales and lagers at any of the featured events below. Still … [Read more...] about Sampler Flight: July Events
Beer of the Week: Nickel Grapefruit Bighorn IPA
From the Beer Writer: Every time I find myself strolling the beer aisle of a local grocery store, I marvel at the amount of fruit-flavored beers in the mainstream market, many of which are … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Nickel Grapefruit Bighorn IPA
Beer of the Week: Nickel Larry’s Place IPA
From the Beer Writer: When beloved individuals pass on, people pay their respects in a variety of ways ranging from heartfelt eulogies, lasting dedications and artistic gestures. In the brewing … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Nickel Larry’s Place IPA
Beer of the Week: Nickel Lion’s Blood Triple IPA
From the Beer Writer: If it weren’t for good friends and a great excuse to spend time with them, getting old would really suck. While I’m far from ancient, this weekend I will reach the milestone age … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Nickel Lion’s Blood Triple IPA