Since Google announced to the world in February that they were searching for a community in which to test a new high-speed internet network called Google Fiber that promises to deliver speeds 100x faster than what most Americans currently see, some cities have been trying different tactics to convince Google they are a worthy choice. […]
Entries from March 31st, 2010
Hopworks Brews Gigabit IPA to Lure Google Fiber to Portland
March 31st, 2010 · 1 Comment · General Beer News, Oregon Breweries
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Beveridge Place Pub & Cooper’s Alehouse to Host IPA Festivals in April
March 30th, 2010 · No Comments · Events
Hop-heads rejoice! As if there isn’t enough to keep us hop-heads happy throughout the year, both Beveridge Place Pub and Cooper’s Alehouse will host extended IPA festivals in the month of April. I.P.April is coming to Beveridge Place Pub on April 1st. All month long we’ll be serving up a hopheads delight, with a dozen […]
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New Breweries Shine at Washington Cask Beer Festival
March 29th, 2010 · 13 Comments · Events, Washington Breweries
Cheers to all of the Washington breweries that poured beer at the 2010 Washington Cask Beer Festival this past weekend. For fans of cask beer, this has always been an annual highlight, and this year’s festival was no exception. The winners are listed below, as well as some of my general thoughts from the second […]
Washington Cask Beer Festival Takes Over Seattle Center Tomorrow
March 26th, 2010 · 5 Comments · Events, Washington Breweries
If you don’t already have a ticket to tomorrow’s sold out Washington Cask Beer Festival at Seattle Center, well, I’d suggest you have a good day watching the NCAA tourney. But, for those of you that do have tickets, the excitement is likely building as your session inches closer. With over 90 cask beers available […]
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Upright Brewing Arrives in Seattle
March 26th, 2010 · 2 Comments · Beer Releases, Oregon Breweries
Portland’s Upright Brewing has been making quite a name for themselves since opening in Portland last year. In their own words, Upright Brewing “specializes in farmhouse inspired beers rooted in France and Belgium but made with local ingredients and a Pacific Northwest twist. The name is a reference to Charles Mingus and his primary instrument, […]
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Seattle Beer Week Events Announced on New Website
March 25th, 2010 · 3 Comments · Beer & Food, Beer Travels, California Beer, Events, General Beer News, Oregon Breweries, Washington Breweries
The guys running the show for Seattle Beer Week (May 13 – May 23) have been hard at work putting together a schedule of events for this year, and the week is starting to take shape. They have a shiny new website to show things off, including a preliminary list of events. There is already […]
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Grab A Beer: Oskar Blues Gubna Imperial IPA
March 24th, 2010 · 5 Comments · Beer Reviews
Oskar Blues Gubna Imperial IPA Alcohol by Volume: 10.0% Find this beer and more at Full Throttle Bottles in Georgetown! Intro: A 10.0% ABV Imperial IPA with 100 IBUs isn’t something you expect to find in a can every day. But, it should be no surprise that Gubna is brought to you by the canned […]
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Five Questions With Beaux Bowman of Black Raven Brewing
March 24th, 2010 · 1 Comment · General Beer News, Washington Breweries
It is no secret that I have fallen in love with Black Raven Brewing (don’t worry, Jeanne…). Their entire lineup of beers is top-notch, and they have been breaking out some exciting special releases on a regular basis. In a market already flooded with IPAs, their regular IPA and their Imperial IPA have seriously impressed. For a […]
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Idaho Breweries Continue to Grow in Popularity (Future Road Trip?!)
March 23rd, 2010 · No Comments · Beer Travels
I’ve done my share of travelling for beer in the Northwest, but one place that I haven’t yet visited is Idaho. With so many options in Washington and Oregon, I have quite a bit to still get through close to home. But, this article in the Boise Weekly discusses the growing popularity of Idaho’s breweries, and […]
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