Dogfish Head’s Festina Peche was one of my favorite beers this summer. It’s a seasonal release (unfortunately!), and is described by the brewery as a “refreshing neo-Berliner Weisse, available in 4-packs and on draft during the sweaty months.” While I’m glad we’re nearing the end of the “sweaty months” here in San Diego, I know I’m going to crave this beer year-round! Berliner Weisse (German for “Berlin […]
San Diego Craft Beer Experts Share Industry Insights
Last week, I had the pleasure of attending a local event featuring a panel of some of the most noteworthy people in San Diego’s craft beer scene. Hosted by 6 Degrees San Diego, “Beer for Breakfast” allowed attendees to hear updates on the craft beer industry straight from those on the front lines. Below are a few of their insights which I found particularly interesting in light of […]
Sipping a Pilsner at Firestone Walker
Earlier this summer, I went on a road trip along the Central Coast of California with my sister and brother-in-law. (Check them out if you want a serious case of wanderlust.) When I discovered we’d be passing through Paso Robles, I knew we’d have to make a pit stop at Firestone Walker Brewing Company. It’s the 16th largest craft brewery in the country! Interestingly enough, news of […]
A Few More Portland Breweries to Visit
I wrote about my top three favorite Portland breweries a few weeks ago, but it was hard to narrow down my list. There are so many fun craft beer spots in that city! So today I’m writing about more worthwhile places to grab a pint in Portland. PROST My boyfriend and I stopped by Prost, a cute bar and restaurant in the Mississippi District centered around all things German, right […]
Thirsty Thursday: Ballast Point’s Calm Before the Storm
I thoroughly enjoy dark beers. Coffee stouts, chocolate porters, nut browns? Give ’em to me. Just not any time after 6 p.m. You see, I have an affliction: dark beers typically make me feel so warm and cozy that I get sleepy. I usually have to drink them while I’m out and about and being social, because if it’s nighttime and I’m having a stout at home, […]