SAN DIEGO (MAY 5, 2020) – AleSmith Brewing Company, along with their newly-created nonprofit, Anvil of Hope, have teamed up to create AleSmith for Hope Hazy IPA. This exciting release demonstrates the … [Read more...] about AleSmith brews support for frontline workers
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Small-batch spirits (and large amounts of hand sanitizer!) at Miramar’s Seven Caves Spirits
Supporting local companies is more important now than ever, and it’s especially easy and flavorful with Seven Caves Spirits. Owner Geoff Longenecker, in addition to his role as president of the San … [Read more...] about Small-batch spirits (and large amounts of hand sanitizer!) at Miramar’s Seven Caves Spirits
Five Suits Brewing reshuffles in light of COVID-19
By Nick Corona - Five Suits Brewing Here at Five Suits in Vista, after we worked through the purchase of Barrel Harbor, we had to switch up our business model on the fly to adjust for the new norm … [Read more...] about Five Suits Brewing reshuffles in light of COVID-19
(Tasting) notes from the apocalypse: Savagewood Brewing
I think it was Week 246 of quarantine when Savagewood Brewing Company contacted me for help. Time has lost a lot of meaning of late. They, like so many other breweries, were launching an online store … [Read more...] about (Tasting) notes from the apocalypse: Savagewood Brewing
Escondido Brewing closes amid pandemic
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
SD Distillers Guild creates 10K+ gallons of hand sanitizer
VIA PRESS RELEASE (San Diego, Calif.) April 28, 2020 – In support of its San Diego community and frontline workers near and far during the COVID-19 crisis, the San Diego Distillers Guild announces a … [Read more...] about SD Distillers Guild creates 10K+ gallons of hand sanitizer
California Wild Ales crafts twelve beers for Star Wars-themed May the Fourth event
"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
San Diego beverage makers continue food drive contributions
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
Save on Sol-ti beverages
There's now a code for West Coaster readers to get a discount on purchases from Miramar-based, employee owned-and-operated beverage company Sol-ti, delivered right to your door. At checkout, type … [Read more...] about Save on Sol-ti beverages
Brut Strength: A New Lost Abbey Venture
It wasn't that long ago that I was convinced brut IPAs were definitely going to be a thing. In a category increasingly awash with hazy and lactose-laden takes, it felt equal parts something new and a … [Read more...] about Brut Strength: A New Lost Abbey Venture
