Since it is too cruel to ask you to vote for just one, you are allowed to vote for up to three of your favorite IPAs. Consider this “market research”. I apologize in advance for any favorites I’ve left off; please use the “other” choice. Only looking for standard IPAs; no Belgian, dark or fruity […]
Entries from June 26th, 2009
What is Your Favorite Washington IPA (7.5% ABV or less)?
June 26th, 2009 · 34 Comments · Polls, Washington Breweries
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Brews & Bikes Article From Bicycling.com
June 25th, 2009 · 1 Comment · General Beer News
Just recently, I mentioned that I had bought a new bike and was looking forward to using it to pedal around to some beery spots. I also think that many would agree that after a good hike or bike ride, there is nothing quite like a refreshing beer (some researchers even say drinking beer is […]
Oh, How Good We Have It
June 24th, 2009 · 2 Comments · General Beer News
Sometimes, it is easy to forget just how lucky we have it here in Seattle. Posts like this one from the Beeradvocate.com forums remind me of why Seattle is one of the best beer cities in the US: I now worship the foundation Bottleworks was built on. As I staggered, eyes glazed, drooling at the […]
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Beer Geek Campout at Deception Pass State Park on September 19
June 24th, 2009 · 1 Comment · Events
Who is up for some camping with a bunch of good beers? I’ve been wanting to do something like this for a long time now, and I figured it’s about time I get off my lazy butt and plan something. Hopefully some of you will join. Feel free to invite other beer loving friends, homebrewers, […]
Tags: beer geek campout·camping
Beer Fests in Review, a Trip to the Hudson, and the Best Dessert in the World
June 23rd, 2009 · 7 Comments · Beer & Food, Events, Washington Breweries
Good times, good times. Friday night found me heading out to the WA Brewers Festival for the opening 21+ session, and many good beers were to be had. While the night started out with no rain, several downpours were not far behind after the doors opened. I don’t think it drove too many people away, […]
Tags: Collins Pub·hudson public house·Naked City·Tom Douglas·Washington Brewers Festival
Fremont Brewing Featured on King 5
June 18th, 2009 · 1 Comment · Washington Breweries
Here is a video clip featuring the new Fremont Brewing and their use of alternative energy to power their brewery. It’s really pretty cool…their goal is to power their brewery completely through the brewing process. Check it out. http://www.king5.com/video/featured-index.html?nvid=372378&shu=1 You’ll be able to try a test batch of the flagship Universale Pale Ale from Fremont Brewing […]
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Washington Brewers Festival and Lagerfest Coming Up This Weekend
June 17th, 2009 · No Comments · Beer Releases, Events, Washington Breweries
Just a reminder that two great events are coming up this weekend. The Washington Brewers Fest is one of the bigger beer festivals of the year and takes place out at Saint Edward State Park in Kenmore, WA. You can see a preview of the festival here. Also, the Pickled Liver recently pointed out that Elliott […]
Tags: big time·hale's·Naked City·Washington Brewers Festival
Schooner Exact Featured on MSN.com
June 15th, 2009 · No Comments · Washington Breweries
Local brewery Schooner Exact was featured in a story on MSN.com today regarding the rise of nanobreweries. You can see the full story here. Here is an excerpt from the story: Heather McClung, one of the owners of Seattle’s Schooner Exact brewery, grasps the neighborhood aspect of the nanobrew concept. “Historically, people used to brew […]
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Session Beers – Finding Flavor Country in 5% ABV or Less
June 12th, 2009 · 7 Comments · California Beer, General Beer News, Oregon Breweries, Washington Breweries
Living in the city and being a man who enjoys his beer, I do my best to use cabs, public transportation, or my own two feet to get me around. That doesn’t always work, though, and there are plenty of times that we end up driving across town to visit a favorite pub or attend […]
5 Questions from a Lazy Beer Writer – Alejandro Brown from Big Al Brewing
June 9th, 2009 · 1 Comment · Beer & Food, Beer Releases, Washington Breweries
Next up in my “5 Questions from a Lazy Beer Writer” series is Alejandro Brown (Big Al himself) from Big Al Brewing. 1) In a couple of months Big Al Brewing will hit the one year anniversary mark. First off, congrats! Second, what’s been something you’ve really enjoyed during your first year and what has […]
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