Ryan Lamb

Today is the last day in business for Escondido Brewing, opened in 2017 and well known for their Hopcondido IPA. If you can get there before 5 p.m., growler fills are $15 (but you must bring your … [Read more...] about Escondido Brewing closes amid pandemic

"Being a graphic designer, and trapped in the house, I got a little creative for this year's May 4th event," said Bill DeWitt, California Wild Ales' co-founder. The Sorrento Valley barrel-aged … [Read more...] about California Wild Ales crafts twelve beers for Star Wars-themed May the Fourth event

At least three local San Diego beverage producers -- AleSmith Brewing, Cutwater Spirits, and Highland Valley Vineyards -- are contributing to the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank during the … [Read more...] about San Diego beverage makers continue food drive contributions

Scripps Ranch-based distribution company Scout Distribution has added Longhouse Wines, a local San Diego wine company, to its portfolio. The move helps Longhouse, founded in 2017, continue … [Read more...] about Scout Distribution adds Longhouse Wine to portfolio

Rock Star Beer Festivals has teamed up with Oceanside beer bar Tap That to market a digital beer festival fit for current times. The "San Diego Beer Festival - Virtual Edition" takes place this … [Read more...] about Rock Star beer fest goes digital with assist from Tap That

On April 7, National Beer Day, the Brewers Association (BA) released results from a survey focused on the effects of COVID-19. Out of about 8,150 breweries in the country, 455 breweries responded; … [Read more...] about April 9: San Diego news and info roundup

Updated statement from co-founder Eve Sieminski: "It is with heaviest of hearts that we are making this announcement. After almost 10 years our doors are closing permanently. It has been a pleasure … [Read more...] about Iron Fist closes Vista and Barrio Logan locations

Today we created a Patreon page. If you have enjoyed our local coverage over these 9+ years, please consider supporting us. West Coaster was founded in 2010 by two native San Diegans, Mike … [Read more...] about West Coaster’s new Patreon page

Here's some of the latest in the coronavirus pandemic: The beer industry calls for $5 billion in federal assistance, according to a letter sent to congressional leadership and signed by CEOs from … [Read more...] about Update: COVID-19

The following are local roasters currently fulfilling online shipping orders. If you'd like to be added to this list, please e-mail ryan@westcoastersd.com Achilles: Free local delivery. Free online … [Read more...] about Online shopping options for local coffee