Reports of Craft Beer’s Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated
Despite a perfect storm of socioeconomic factors, the craft beer industry remains strong
Rise of the Taproom and Fall of the Festival
A complex distro landscape and taproom successes have impacted the future of beer festivals
Chuckanut Closing Portland Taproom
Nearly three years after opening their P. Nut taproom in Southeast Portland, Chuckanut Brewery will be closing the location, shifting focus to the continued expansion of their Burlington, Washington production … Continue Reading Chuckanut Closing Portland Taproom
Bottle Shares Build Community
Tonight’s bottle share at Living Häus elicits reminiscence about 12 years of craft beer community in Portland.
The BeerMongers & Away Days Release First in Series of 15th Anniversary Collabs
This first of five releases for the SE Taproom’s anniversary highlights the relationship between two like-minded neighbors
The Meaning of Now: Taking Stock of Oregon’s Craft Beer Climate
GABF 2023 really got me thinking about what’s succeeding in craft beer today vs 5 years ago.
Sustaining Craft Beer Community
Last night I made a visit to my favorite watering hole in Portland, The BeerMongers, on the occasion of their 12th anniversary. While my constitution may have restrained how much … Continue Reading Sustaining Craft Beer Community
14 Days Later: Portland Breweries Persist
A little over two weeks ago, knowing very well what was happening around the world, I set out to find a provision I overlooked (hand sanitizer) and to spend what … Continue Reading 14 Days Later: Portland Breweries Persist
Style Series: Cask Conditioned Ale
Ever have this feeling…? You’re perusing the tap list at your local pub or brewpub and get hung up on one or two different beer styles listed that don’t quite … Continue Reading Style Series: Cask Conditioned Ale
The Brut IPA Comes to Portland
Craft beer trends, as with anything in our low-attention span, information driven world these days, seem to come and go. Pumpkin Beers, India Pale Lagers, Black IPAs, Milkshake IPAs, Peanut … Continue Reading The Brut IPA Comes to Portland
Don’t Miss Coalition’s Two Flowers CBD Beer Fest!
Nobody can say they didn’t see this coming. A CBD beer festival in one of the world’s beer capitals, now also one of the largest producers of marijuana in the … Continue Reading Don’t Miss Coalition’s Two Flowers CBD Beer Fest!
HUB Celebrates 10 Years Next Weekend
Known for being the first Certified B Corporation Brewery in the Northwest, Hopworks Urban Brewery is celebrating their 10th anniversary a week from today, at the Mothership on Powell, in … Continue Reading HUB Celebrates 10 Years Next Weekend
We’re Beer Nerds, Not Beer Snobs
For those who closely follow the beer industry, much of the terminology bandied about can be quite technical or downright scientific. After all, there are a multitude of styles, flavors, … Continue Reading We’re Beer Nerds, Not Beer Snobs
Widmer’s Hefe X Released as Part of Portland Pub Series
It’s been intriguing to watch the revamping of Widmer Brothers brand lineup and their operations in general over the past few years. Of particular note, the prioritization of the Innovation … Continue Reading Widmer’s Hefe X Released as Part of Portland Pub Series
Commentary: The Power of the Beer Press
Last night I had the pleasure to sit in on a panel discussion, focusing on how the media covers the brewing industry, specifically within the realm of Portland. Moderated by … Continue Reading Commentary: The Power of the Beer Press
Try 100+ NW Ciders at Cider Rite of Spring
Tomorrow, at the Left Bank Annex in Portland, Oregon, the 5th Annual Cider Rite of Spring will feature three dozen Northwest cideries serving over 100 different ciders. While tickets are … Continue Reading Try 100+ NW Ciders at Cider Rite of Spring
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