Author: Kendall Jones

Freelance writer, freestyle beer drinker, and producer of the Washington Beer Blog. Longtime craft beer enthusiast and recovering homebrewer. Dedicated to helping the craft brewing industry continue to grow and prosper. To learn more about Kendall, CLICK HERE.

Early reports suggests 2019 was another year of slow, spotty growth for craft beer

  “… even if craft isn’t rebounding, overall growth isn’t weakening.” – Bart Watson, Brewers Association. It’s a bit early into 2020 to get a comprehensive…

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Introducing the Seattle Beer Bar Coalition (SBBC) and Boop & Beep IPA

  Seattle’s great beer-focused bars and restaurants are an essential part of the city’s vibrant beer culture.  Fourteen of the city’s best beer bars recently joined forces…

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Lucky Envelope Brewing – a cross-country collaboration marks Chinese New Year

  Join the crew at Lucky Envelope Brewing as they commemorate the Chinese New Year with a two-day celebration at the brewery’s taproom in Seattle. The…

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More craft breweries should produce hard seltzer

  There is no escaping it. Hard seltzer is a thing. Many people have been waiting for the fad to die, but important, informed people…

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Beer Release – Bits and Bobs 2020, Reuben’s Brews

  Each year Reuben’s Brews releases an updated, new version of its Bits and Bobs IPA. Beer Release – Bits and Bobs 2020, Reuben’s Brews…

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Kegger for Koalas – fundraiser in Edmonds on February 13th

  By now, everyone is aware of the disaster unfolding in Australia as wildfires sweep across the country. On Thursday, February 13th, two beer-focused businesses…

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Beer Release – Sumerian Brewing introduces Hysteria Hazy IPA V2 in a can

  Here is the information about this new release straight from the brewery: HYSTERIA HAZY IPA V2: Delicious – Balanced – Aromatic – Hysteria Hazy…

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Counterbalance Brewing 5th Anniversary Party & Beer Releases (Jan. 24, 25)

  Seattle’s Counterbalance Brewing celebrates its 5th anniversary on January 24th and 25th, with special beer releases at the brewery. Here’s the lowdown straight from…

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The first-ever Walla Walla BrewFest – Saturday, February 8th

  Walla Walla, Washington is widely recognized as a top wine destination, but man cannot live on syrah alone. Neither can women. On Saturday, February…

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