Beer of the Week: Calicraft Brewing Co. Chez Panisse Farmhouse Ale

By Mario, on May 18th, 2013%

Summer is here in the Bay Area. The air is dry and a cool breeze keeps us at a comfortable temperature, begging for outdoor activities. It’s weather like this that reminds me of my first visit to Berkeley while looking for colleges. While few places do a beautiful day as well as Berkeley, even fewer have districts known as the Gourmet Ghetto. And while our Gourmet Ghetto is waiting for the return of one of their staples, I want to dedicate this week’s feature to my old college town. The Beer of the Week is Calicraft Brewing’s Chez Panisse Farmhouse Ale. Continue reading Beer of the Week: Calicraft Brewing Co. Chez Panisse Farmhouse Ale

Beer of the Week: Oskar Blues Brewery Dale’s Pale Ale

By Mario, on May 11th, 2013%

This coming week, beer lovers will celebrate American Craft Beer Week. While those of us in areas where craft beer is a part of every day life, the celebration can seem a bit forced. When that’s the case, we just put a little twist on it. So help us celebrate AmeriCAN Craft Beer Week with this . . . → Read More: Beer of the Week: Oskar Blues Brewery Dale’s Pale Ale

Beer of the Week: Bison Brewing Hop Cuvée

By Mario, on May 4th, 2013%

It’s a special time of year in Northern California. It’s time for the Legendary Boponville Beer festival. Tucked away in the hills and forests of Mendocino County, Boonville has been the marquee beer event of the Northern California beer scene for some time. Every year when we make the trip north, I find myself camped alongside many of the same friends and sharing a campfire with a familiar group. Part of that group is Bison Brewing. So while we’re roughing it in tents, I wanted to share the beer we’re likely to be drinking. The Beer of the Week is Bison Brewing’s Hop Cuvée. Continue reading Beer of the Week: Bison Brewing Hop Cuvée

Beer of the Week: Avery Brewing Karma Belgian Style Pale ale

By Mario, on April 27th, 2013%

The sun is shining and all I can think of is spending time outdoors. With Boonville one week away, many beer lovers are thinking of some time with the great outdoors. One place that knows how to do the great outdoors is Colorado. The Beer of the Week is Avery’s Karm Belgian-style Pale Ale. Continue reading Beer of the Week: Avery Brewing Karma Belgian Style Pale ale

Beer of the Week: Anchor Brewing California Lager

By Mario, on April 19th, 2013%

So long civilization! Well, sorta. This weekend the family and I are headed for woods for some camping. Conveniently, the Bay Area provides opportunities to camp and enjoy wilderness without having to leave the area. Its a natural beauty that’s unique to California. In that same vein, this week’s featured beer is unique to California, but unlike our lakes and mountains, eventually, this may be available around the country at some point. This week’s beer of the week is Anchor Brewing’s California Lager. Continue reading Beer of the Week: Anchor Brewing California Lager

Beer of the Week: Ninkasi Brewing Company Babylon Double IPA

By Mario, on April 14th, 2013%

The chill has begun to leave the air. Spring is here and with it comes the need for a beer to refresh, provide social lubrication for cookouts and also stand up to all that great BBQ you’ll be eating. At times like these, I need something big and hoppy. The Beer of the Week is Ninkasi’s Babylon Double IPA. Continue reading Beer of the Week: Ninkasi Brewing Company Babylon Double IPA

Beer of the Week: Anderson Valley Brewing Heelch O’ Hops

By Mario, on April 7th, 2013%

This weekend, Santa Rosa saw the Battle of the Brews mark the first festival of the Spring. While there will be a handful of festivals around the Bay Area the next few weeks, the real kick-off of the beer festival season always takes place in Mendocino County. As tickets are on sale and plans being made . . . → Read More: Beer of the Week: Anderson Valley Brewing Heelch O’ Hops

Beer of the Week: Dogfish Head 120 Minute IPA

By Mario, on March 30th, 2013%

As craft beer rises in popularity, people are more and more interested in checking off some of the most rare beers that make up their bucket lists. One of the long standing beers on many people’s lists, this week’s beer is finding its way into more and more locales as the brewery expands. This week’s Beer of the Week is Dogfish Head’s 120 Minute IPA. Continue reading Beer of the Week: Dogfish Head 120 Minute IPA

Beer of the Week: Bear Republic Black Racer IPA

By Mario, on March 23rd, 2013%

Seasoned beer lovers will tell you, the best experiences in the craft beer world are usually found at the actual brewery. Special beers will make an appearance once, maybe twice and only in the brewpubs. Fans of the bottled offerings may never get a chance to try these beers unless they can make it to the brewery. Sometimes, these beers are just too good to keep as a limited offering and make it to bottles and kegs. This week’s beer is one of those special brews that will be making its way to Bear Republic lovers across the country. The Beer of the Week is Bear Republic’s Black Racer IPA. Continue reading Beer of the Week: Bear Republic Black Racer IPA

Beer of the Week: New Belgium Rampant Imperial IPA

By Mario, on March 17th, 2013%

When one of the biggest breweries in craft beer release the biggest year-round beer they have in their portfolio, it tends to be big news within the industry as well as with the fans. With this in mind, I felt obligated to make this selection for Beer of the Week. This week’s Beer of the Week is New Belgium’s Rampant Imperial IPA. Continue reading Beer of the Week: New Belgium Rampant Imperial IPA