Northwest Beer News

A recently released report by the Oregon Health Authority regarding an increase to the beer and wine excise tax is stirring things up. If nothing else, it disproves some of the messaging used by proponents of the tax increase.

Bale Breaker Brewing introduces the newest version of Frenz IPA. A collaboration with three other Northwest powerhouse breweries. So which friends did they get involved in this Frenz? We got details in the story.

Every year USA TODAY 10Best conducts a nationwide readers’ choice poll. This year, several PNW beer businesses are on the ballot. We share the list of local nominees and a few thoughts in this story.

No-Li Brewhouse has pledged to help with the relaunch of The Black Lens, Spokane’s only Black newspaper. The brewery encourages others to do the same.

Portland’s Von Ebert Brewing has purchased Ecliptic Brewing’s recently closed brewery/taproom. The plan involves vastly increasing production. Also, reimagining the taproom space.

Tree House Brewing owners find themselves in some hot waters. Makes me wonder about what we expect from the breweries we love.

Recluse Brew Works, a new brewery in Washougal, Washington, just announced that it opens softly this weekend – Sat. Nov. 18.

Ecliptic Brewing of Portland, OR has been sold to Great Frontier Holdings. But what does that mean for beer lovers?

The Best of Craft Beer Awards recently concluded its judging of fresh hop beers. Here is the list of winning beers and breweries.