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‘Our Hearts Are Full of Gratitude’: Western Red Brewing Closing at Month’s End
For the past nine years, Western Red Brewing has served the Poulsbo community. More than that, the brewery built its own community within the larger community. The company recently announced via social media that June 30th will be its last day of operation.
Mini Fest, Postdoc Brewing’s Version of a Father’s Day Beer Festival
On Sunday, June 21st, Postdoc Brewing will serve up at least 25 different beers festival-style. The Mini Beer Fest takes place at both of the company’s locations.
Volatility West Coast Pils, a Collaborative Riff on a Beloved IPA
Two esteemed Northwest breweries collaborate to create an exciting new West Coast pilsner: Volatility WC Pils, from Chuckanut Brewery and Von Ebert Brewing.
De La Solstice Celebration this Saturday at Copperworks Distilling
Summer returns to Copperworks Kenmore as De La Soil hosts its annual De La Solstice Celebration on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
Fuji to Hood: A Very Pacific Beer Festival, But Also a Lot More
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.
The New Version of Boundary Bay Brewery Reopens Today in Bellingham
Today is opening day for the new version of Bellingham’s beloved Boundary Bay Brewery and Bistro. Smaller, different, but also the same.
Washington Brewers Festival – The List of Beers, Recommendations, and Observations
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.
Icicle Brewing Changes Hands, but Keeps it in the Family
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.
“Circumstances Beyond Our Control.” Auburn’s Rail Hop’n Brewing is Closing
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.
