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Softly Open Now, Grand Opening on August 15th: Spokane’s Salt King Brewing

The newest addition to the Spokane brewery scene, Salt King Brewing, is now softly open, with a grand opening planned. Here’s who and what is behind the operation.

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Westside Breweries Stepping Up. Immediate Wildfire Assistance: You Can Help!

Devastating wildfires in Eastern Washington and around Spokane have prompted an immediate relief effort from breweries west of the mountains. Here is how you can help.

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Urban Family Brewing is Getting Very Close to Opening on the Waterfront

Urban Family Brewing is now hiring for several positions at its new taproom on Seattle’s waterfront. I share details about and the new location.

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Copperworks Distilling Offers Whiskey Lovers a Truly Hands-On Experience

Copperworks Distilling Co. is inviting whiskey enthusiasts to go behind the scenes at its Seattle waterfront distillery and bottle their own American Single Malt Whiskey straight from the cask.

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Celebrating 14 years! Beach Party at Reuben’s Brews on August 8th

Reuben’s Brews is having an anniversary party on Saturday, August 8th. Along with an anniversary beer release, they’ve planned all sorts of fun stuff for the beach-themed party.

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GRAINMAKER Festival in Spokane Deserves Your Attention and Attendance

GRAINMAKER Festival takes place in Spokane on August 7th. This is a particularly cool brew fest. One that celebrates beer’s unsung hero: the grains that go in your glass.

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The Tradition Lives On: Rooftop Brewing is Ready to Rock the Block

Join Rooftop Brewing at the Jolly Roger taproom in Ballard for an all-day block party on Saturday, August 8th (noon until midnight). It’s been a crazy couple of years for Rooftop, so it’s time to kick back and have a little fun.

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Leotucky Lager: a South Sound Mashup 130 Years in the Making

Triceratops Brewing and Well 80 Artesian Brewing bring the past to life with Leotucky Lager. A beer with a brilliant backstory.

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Drink Beer, Fight ALS: The Ales for ALS Festival Lands at The Lodge 

The Ales for ALS Festival at The Lodge takes place on October 3, 2026. At The Lodge at St Edward State Park in Juanita, WA. I’ve share all the details, including a VIP opportunity.

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