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.
Group of people in a hop field at harvest time.

Hop acreage is declining in the USA, so let’s talk about why

The size of this year’s hop crop is the smallest it’s been in nearly a decade. I provide some insight as to why. Might not be what you think.

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Poster for the Washington Brewers Festival.

Suggestions for the Washington Brewers Festival this weekend

The Washington Brewers Guild presents the Washington Brewers Festival this weekend at Seattle Center (June 22 and 23).

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In the Shadow Brewing poster for new location.

In The Shadow Brewing – opening a second taproom in Arlington

In The Shadow Brewing is a small brewery in Arlington, Washington that has operated its brewery and taproom at a rural location for the past few years. ITS Brewing just announced it is opening a new location, a second taproom, in downtown Arlington.

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A beer with a beer sold here sign.

A look at sales trends — brewery taprooms and pubs in 2024

Brewers Association release first in a series of articles focusing on beer sales at brewery taprooms. We summarize the info for you.

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A poster for the Party of Choice at Otherlands Beer.

Breweries of Greater Bellingham unite for a Party of Choice

More than a dozen breweries in and around Bellingham, Washington will unite at Otherlands Beer for a Party of Choice on Monday, June 24th. It’s one event and two beers…

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Logos and photos of the brewery's two locations.

Gig Harbor Brewing announces it is for sale, both locations

Gig Harbor Brewing announces that it is for sale. Two locations. One in Tacoma and that other in downtown Gig Harbor.

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Logo for Cascade Brewing.

Cascade Brewing closes down in wake of founder’s passing

Portland-based Cascade Brewing ceases operations just a few weeks after the founder, Art Larrance, passes away.

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The crew from Copperworks Distilling.

Copperworks Distilling is taking over Pike Brewing’s brewhouse

Copperworks Distilling is taking over the Pike Brewing brewhouse near Pike Place Market. A full-circle and a homecoming for Jason Parker.

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Hands putting taps on kegs.

CHEERS Act could help businesses invest in draft beer systems

The CHEERS Act could assist hospitality businesses by extending tax benefits for investments in keg and tap systems.

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