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The best brewfest you’ve never been to

Okay, maybe you have been to this one, but last year was my first time and I was totally blown away. Until last year, I…

Anniversary parties abound this weekend

We like this trend. It’s anniversary season. Coming up this weekend there are two anniversary parties for you to consider. Friday, August 13th – The…

At last, a beer festival on the east side of the mountains

The Washington Beer Commission just announced that it will host the inaugural Spokane Oktoberfest, taking place September 24-26 at Riverfront Park in downtown Spokane. This…

Pliny the Elder is the best beer on the planet. Period.

Today it was officially announced that Pliny the Elder is the best beer on the planet. It is not merely a matter of opinion or…

Hello Seattle, it’s time for you to meet Dottie

We first introduced you to Rick Hewitt and the Emerald City Beer Company back in May (read it). Rick’s plan to open a new craft…

60 IPAs in 10 days – the IPA Festival is here

The Tap House Grill IPA Festival is upon us. At both Tap House locations, Seattle and Bellevue, you will find a truly impressive array of…

Redhook, the official craft beer of the UW Huskies

Redhook has just announced a 3 year partnership with the University of Washington to be the Huskies’ exclusive craft brewery. What does that mean? It…

A day to give thanks for great beer – International Beer Day

Happy International Beer Day! Cheers, Salute, Prost, Sláinte and Op uw gezondheid! August 5th is International Beer Day. Big thanks go out to our fellow…

12 new Washington craft breweries. Is one opening near you?

The Brewers Association recently reported that 100 new breweries opened in the U.S. since July 2009. That’s a pretty amazing number. If new craft breweries…

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