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Hop crop grows again in 2017 – acreage doubles in 5 years

  Fueled by the craft brewing industry, the U.S. hop crop continues to grow at an unprecedented rate. In a statement released today by Hop Growers…

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Lagunitas Brewing now owned entirely by Heineken

  Today it was announced that Heineken International is buying the remaining 50 percent stake in Lagunitas Brewing of Petaluma, California. In August 2015, Lagunitas…

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An uncommon collaboration: Counterbalance Brewing and 2bar Spirits

  Counterbalance Brewing in Seattle’s Georgetown neighborhood teamed up with one of its neighbors, 2bar Spirits, to create a barrel-aged beer. Also, 2bar Spirits created a whiskey…

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Redhook announces that the Woodinville brewery is closing

  This comes as no surprise. The writing was on the wall. Still, it makes me kind of sad to hear that it is official. Craft…

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Snoqualmie Falls Brewing Releasing Three New/Seasonal Beers

  Around since 1997, Snoqualmie Falls Brewing is one of the pioneers of the local craft beer scene, so it’s particularly pleasing to see them continue…

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Henry’s Tavern Expanding to SLU and Bellevue

  SoDo’s pre-game meeting spot Henry’s Tavern is expanding to South Lake Union and Bellevue later this summer. The original Henry’s is in Portland’s Pearl District,…

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Beer Week at Naked City Brewery and Taphouse

  Naked City Brewhouse and Taphouse  is a major sponsor of Seattle Beer Weel (May 4 thru 14). Once again, Naked City is at the…

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No-Li Brewhouse recognized as state’s top food, beverage manufacturer

  Seattle Business Magazine recently hosted its annual Seattle Business Awards at the Museum of Flight in Seattle. Of interest to the beer community, Spokane’s…

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Taco Tuesday! Lima Loca Beer Release & Tacos at The Woods

  It’s hard to remember what it feels like, that sunny spring day that’s so warm it has you craving a crisp, light lager. We’ll…

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