The Washington Beer Blog

Fuji to Hood brings together brewers and other artisans from Japan and Oregon for a celebration of collaboration, goodwill, good beverages, and good vibes. The event includes food, drink, arts, vendors, and performances from Japan and the Pacific Northwest.

Today is opening day for the new version of Bellingham’s beloved Boundary Bay Brewery and Bistro. Smaller, different, but also the same.

I examined the list of over 200 beers that will be poured at this year’s Washington Brewers Festival. The list includes nearly 220 beers. Likely, more beers will be added at festival time.

Pamela and Oliver Brulotte are retiring and have sold a majority stake in Icicle Brewing. The new majority owners are Shelly and Eric Desmarais of CLS Farms, a fifth-generation hop farm in the Yakima Valley.

Rail Hop’n Brewing is closing at the end of June. The owners, Kristi and Billy Jack, say a major force in reaching the decision involved circumstances beyond their control.

On Saturday, July 18th, Lagerhead Beer Fest returns to Snoqualmie for the third year. As the name suggests, the event focuses on lager-style beers, which are especially well-suited for summer.

Single Hill Brewing is turning eight years old, and they are having a party at the brewery’s taproom in Yakima. Also, releasing an anniversary beer.

Our guide to beer touring via the Sound Transit Link Light Rail 2 Line. A speedy transit link between some lovely beer destinations on the Eastside. 

Today, we share news of a Grand Reopening at North Sound Brewing. The soiree on Saturday, June 13th starts at noon and runs until 8 p.m.