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.
The label artwork for Fremont Brewing Seafair Pilsner

Way Overdue, But Seafair Now Has an Official Local Beer

Seattle’s Seafair celebration finally has an official, locally brewed beer: Seafair Pilsner, by Fremont Brewing.

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A Celebration of Cultural Collaboration: Portland’s MXPDX

MXPDX is a collaborative cultural event involving the cultures of Mexico and the Pacific Northwest. The event revolves around 26 beers and ciders created exclusively for MXPDX, 13 from Mexican producers and 13 from Oregon producers.

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There is a New Hop in Town and Her Name is Vera

The US Department of Agriculture and the Brewers Association recently introduced Vera, a new hop variety. For brewers and beer drinkers, it is described as fruit-forward with tropical, stone fruit, and candy-like citrus notes.

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Portland Craft Beer Festival – Fourth of July Weekend

The 10th Annual Portland Craft Beer Festival is a three-day event on Fourth of July weekend, starting on Friday, July 4th. Here are the event details from the event organizers.

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Beer Junction Celebrates its 15th Anniversary This Weekend

The Beer Junction in West Seattle celebrates its 15th Anniversary this weekend. A special beer release, smash burger pop-ups, and more. Details in the story.

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Brew Five Three, Beer & Music Festival Returns to Tacoma

Brew Five Three returns to downtown Tacoma on August 9th. Dubbed the 253’s Beer and Music Festival, the long-running annual event is a fundraiser for Tacoma Arts Alive.

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Lagerhead Beer Fest is Now Less Than One Month Away

Tickets are on sale now for the Lagerhead Beer Fest. The festival benefits Washington Wild’s Brewshed Alliance and features beers from more than 50 breweries from across the PNW and beyond.

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Rainier Beer’s R Day Returns to with Mudhoney Headlining

On September 6th, R Day returns to Seattle. It’s basically a 21+ party that takes over the streets of the Georgetown neighborhood to celebrate Rainier Beer and Seattle.

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Sippin’ on Summer Beer Releases at Lucky Envelope Brewing

Friday, June 20th marks the longest day of the year. Celebrate the arrival of summer with Lucky Envelope Brewing as it releases four beers to mark the occasion.

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