The Brew Site
Here’s a catch-up on beer samples disclosures for a bunch of beers I received at the end of last week. All of these are from Oregon. Worthy Brewing variety of beers Worthy Brewing has a number of interesting beers out right now, particularly the ones visible in this picture: the … Continue reading
A couple of weeks ago, Redmond’s Cascade Lakes Brewing released its 2021 beer calendar, coinciding with a new look and brand refresh. This calendar highlights the core and seasonal canned beer releases, and there will be additional specialty releases throughout the year on a monthly basis. These will include the … Continue reading
Beer news to kick off the weekend! It’s the Friday roundup of Oregon’s beer news for this January 22, on a day when many of us woke up to snow. If you have anywhere to go, stay safe on the roads; otherwise, it’s Friday so open up a beer soon! … Continue reading
Yes it’s been a week since Oregon’s statewide brewery open house took place, but here’s a look back at the Zwickelmania stops we made here in Central Oregon—in pictures. And, I’ve got a review of this year’s official Zwickelmania collaboration beer at the end. Cascade Lakes Brewing (Redmond) This year … Continue reading
My latest print article for The Bulletin is out today: The year ahead in beer. In it I offer up a short overview of the turbulent year that was 2019 in the beer industry, and then look to trends for 2020—as predicted by local brewers and industry pros. In particular, … Continue reading
My latest print article for The Bulletin here in Bend dropped Sunday, in which I examine OG Kush Hoppy Pale Ale from Cascade Lakes Brewing in the context of the “modern” pale ale style: OG Kush pushes pale ale forward. That’s not to say the [pale ale] style has stayed … Continue reading
My print article that came out in The Bulletin last week covered Redmond’s Cascade Lakes Brewing and its 25th anniversary taking place this year. I touch on a bit of the brewery’s history, and highlighted this year’s big news of new ownership and new brewmaster in Ryan Schmiege (formerly of … Continue reading
Happy Monday! This first week of June is getting busy—by this weekend, there will be three different city Beer Weeks running simultaneously, which might make June the busiest beer month of the year for Oregon just based on number of events alone. Here’s the roundup of news and events for … Continue reading
Today is National Mimosa Day, but of course this being a beer post I’ll put a twist and suggest you celebrate with a beermosa instead! A light and easy-drinking ale or lager with orange juice would hit the spot nicely for brunch and to accompany your Oregon beer news for … Continue reading
Here’s the news in Oregon beer for this Wednesday, May 8. As usual I’ll be updating this post throughout the day with the latest news, so check back often. And if you have news to share, please contact me and I can get that updated as well. Portland’s Tin Bucket … Continue reading