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The Ales for ALS Festival Lands at The Lodge. Discount Code Available 

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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It’s Not a Trend, but Fort George Brewery Is Jumping Aboard

Today it’s Fort George’s turn to buck a trend: the brewery just added Island Towns IPA, a tropical IPA, to its year-round lineup. 

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Two Experimental Hops Earn Names. Introducing the Terra Alpha Hop Series

Today, Hop Breeding Company (HBC) announced the launch of Terra Alpha Hops. This new series was built specifically for high-alpha performance — that is, performance in both the field and in the brewhouse. The Terra Alpha series currently includes two hop varieties: HBC 1325 and HBC 682.

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Washington Now Has 22 Wine Appellations. Introducing the Columbia Hills AVA

Washington’s wine map just got a little more crowded — in a good way. On August 17, 2026, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau made it official: Columbia Hills is the state’s 22nd American Viticultural Area (AVA)

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Ticket Discount Code – Cider Summit Seattle Returns for a 15th Delicious Year

Cider Summit Seattle returns Friday, September 11, and Saturday, September 12. We have a ticket discount code for you. Use WABB-5 at checkout. This 15th-annual event is going to be good.

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Dead Guy is Not Dead Yet! Rogue Ales & Spirits Shows Signs of Life

As part of bankruptcy proceedings, Rogue Ales & Spirits is entertaining offers for its IP property. One offer, at least, is on the table.

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An Unexpectedly Large Summer Beer Fest at Sound2Summit Brewery

Sound2Summit Brewery invited some folks to send some beer for a summer beer fest, and nobody said no. Dozens of breweries jumped on board for the event on Aug. 22.

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Day One Distribution Presents “Dayapalooza” Tap Takeovers Across Portland

Specialty craft beer distributor Day One Distribution is turning double digits, and they’re throwing a party to mark the milestone. Next week, the company celebrates its 10th anniversary with tap takeovers at all three Loyal Legion Beer Hall locations across Oregon.

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No-Li Set Out to Raise $50,000 for Spokane Fire Relief. The Community Doubled It.

No-Li Brewhouse stepped up to support victims of the recent wildfires around Spokane. The community stepped up with them. More than doubled the original goal.

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