Tough news today in Seattle. The Pike Pub, which was home to Pike Brewing for so long, announces that it is closing. They'll continue to produce and distribute the beer, but the venerable pub is closing. A lot to this story. washingtonbeerblog.com/after-over-3...

Tough news out of Oregon today. Abruptly, Rogue Brewery has ceased all operations. The brewery and all the pubs. Especially sucky for the employees. $545k in overdue rent, $30k in back taxes. And that’s just what we know about. washingtonbeerblog.com/rogue-brewer...

We've put together a directory of event spaces in WA for private events at breweries, cideries, taprooms, and beer-focused bars. It's still coming together, but is now live. It will grow fast. Got such a space? Looking for one? washingtonbeerblog.com/event-venue-...

It's all about the chili and the chilly. Queen Anne Beerhall invites you to a Brewers Night chili cook-off event and cold-weather essentials drive. Bring blankets, coats, and warm weather essentials to donate. Thursday, November 20th at Queen Anne Beer Hall. washingtonbeerblog.com/queen-anne-b...

Barley POP Brewing celebrates its first anniversary this Saturday at the brewery taproom in Snohomish, WA. The event runs from 1:00 to 9:00. Find out what they've got planned in a blog post. washingtonbeerblog.com/barley-pop-b...

Cheers to No-Li Brewhouse! Already started its 25 Days of Christmas campaign. The season of giving starts early this year, recognizing the immense need in its community. Already donated $20k w/ more to come. They don't want to toot their own horn, so allow me washingtonbeerblog.com/no-li-brewho...

A new law makes it easier for breweries to partner with or contract with food vendors. This creates greater flexibility and more licensing options. The LCB wants to hear from concerned parties as it drafts new rules under the law. washingtonbeerblog.com/attention-br...

When Jolly Roger shows up, you know it's winter beer season around Seattle. Rooftop Brewing releases this year's version of Jolly Roger this Fri. Event at the Jolly Roger Taproom w/ vintage versions of the beer as well as Jolly-inspired foods. washingtonbeerblog.com/the-season-o...

Attention brewers. Brewery auction. Seattle's Bickersons Brewhouse. (Renton location remains open.) Brewery and taproom equipment. No minimums, no reserve, online auction. Learn more here. washingtonbeerblog.com/james-g-murp...

Last night, the Washington Brewers Guild Hall of Fame officially inducted its inaugural class. Some serious legends that helped shape the craft beer industry we all love so much today. Read about it here. washingtonbeerblog.com/the-washingt...

Congrats to all the winners! The 2025 WA Beer Awards winners were announced at a ceremony last night. I share the complete list of winning breweries and beers in this post. washingtonbeerblog.com/2025-washing...

Look for these beers around the Seattle and Portland areas: The Tao of Manny and The Tao of Josh. Two beers that are harmoniously different and also the same. Giving off those yin-yang kind of vibes. @georgetownbrewing.bsky.social @pfriembeer.bsky.social washingtonbeerblog.com/a-gift-from-...

A new brewery recently opened in Woodinville, WA. Lucky for you, fellow Blue Skyer, Toll Bridge Brewing is active here on Blue Sky. I put together and introduction story on the blog. Linked below. @tollbridgebrewing.bsky.social washingtonbeerblog.com/introducing-...

Here's my two cents. My response to a recent guest essay in the New York Times about craft beer. Like some of my peers, I felt it important respond. Those of us with smaller megaphones need to untangle the misinformation. washingtonbeerblog.com/wacky-misinf...

Have you ever even heard of Grodziskie? Chuckanut Brewery just earned a medal for this historic beer style. Read about that, and this uncommon style of beer, in this story. Warning: you might learn something. washingtonbeerblog.com/beyond-a-med...

Things are tough enough, but not being able to come to terms with your landlord? That sucks. Seattle's Lantern Brewing is closing. Unable to extend its lease with the property owner. Looking for a new place to call home. washingtonbeerblog.com/unable-to-ex...

After nearly 30 years in Redmond, Mac & Jack's Brewing announces it is moving production to Bremerton where it will operate jointly with Silver City Brewery. This will upset a lot of people, but from a business perspective... heavy sigh. washingtonbeerblog.com/mac-jacks-br...

It starts today. Fresh Hop Fest at Beveridge Place Pub in W. Seattle. I teamed up with the pub to organize this one. 3 days and over 40 freshies on tap. 24 beers on Thrs and Fri (taster tray style). Full on Festival on Sat. w/ 40 beers poured festival-style. washingtonbeerblog.com/fresh-hop-fe...

The Washington Brewers Guild introduces the inaugural class of inductees to the Hall of Fame. These are people who have contributed greatly to the development of the Washington beer scene that we enjoy today. There's a ceremony planned and you are invited. washingtonbeerblog.com/washington-b...

Reuben's Brews is ready to tell you about its non-alcoholic beer program. Introducing Party On Gold and Party On IPA, the first beers in the NA lineup. Getting to this point was not easy or quick. washingtonbeerblog.com/party-on-reu...

Fair Isle Brewing invites you to a special tasting event with 3 Fonteinen on October 19th. This event has sold out in the past. Secure your spot now. washingtonbeerblog.com/tasting-even...

These days, folks often say, "Young people just don't drink beer these days." Blanket statement, but not necessarily untrue. In this article, I take a look at some data and provide some ideas about how the craft beer industry can address the situation. washingtonbeerblog.com/why-gen-z-is...

Best of Craft Beer Awards announced winners of its Fresh Hop Beer (early harvest) competition. I share the list of all the winners, in all of the categories. Some of the usual suspects are on the list, but some newbies too. Late harvest winners TBA washingtonbeerblog.com/best-of-craf...

Cheers to Fiddler's Inn, one of Seattle's venerable, original great beer bars. Celebrating its 30th anniversary next week with events from Tues thru Sat. Detail in the story. washingtonbeerblog.com/fiddlers-inn...

Some of our Pacific Northwest breweries did well at the European Beer Star Awards. I share the winners and some facts about the competition, which is one of the most prestigious beer competitions in Europe. washingtonbeerblog.com/pnw-brewerie...

This Saturday, 30 great years of Boundary Bay Brewery culminates with a big ol' street party in Bellingham. Live music on 2 stages, food & crafts vendors, lots of great beer. Let's bid the folks at Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro a fond farewell. washingtonbeerblog.com/boundary-bay...

A beloved Seattle beer hall (Columbia City Ale House) has closed, but it's getting new life as Rough & Tumble's second location. A sports bar that focuses on gender equity in sports viewing. There's a lot of positive juju in this story. washingtonbeerblog.com/rough-tumble...

I'm usually all about the beer, but hell, I do have a life. Until recently, that life included our beloved little Lucy dog. Her "gotcha" story is pretty amazing. I had to write the story for the story to sink in. Maybe you'll be inspired to open your heart. washingtonbeerblog.com/the-serendip...

And the counting of the number shall be one. Not shall it be 1.5. Nor shall it be two. Three is right out. One is the counting of the number. Go #mariners!

Time flies when you're making beer! Tomorrow, Bainbridge Brewing celebrates its 13th anniversary with a soiree at the brewery and taproom. Some special stuff on tap at the Alehouse as well. Details here washingtonbeerblog.com/bainbridge-b...

Next Thursday at Stoup Brewing in Seattle (Capitol Hill), join the brew crew for an Art & Science of Fresh Hop event. Fresh hop beer is ephemeral and fanciful, but there is science behind the beer and the process. Who better to explain that to you than Stoup? washingtonbeerblog.com/stoup-brewin...

We teamed up with Seattle's Beveridge Place Pub to present a Fresh Hop Beer Fest, Oct 9th - 11th. Forty fresh hop beers on tap at once, served festival-style. Details in the story. Also, I explain why I call it fresh hop and not wet hop. My reasoning is sound! washingtonbeerblog.com/fresh-hop-be...

A scholarship opportunity for aspiring home and professional brewers. The Glen Hay Falconer Foundation is accepting applications for a full-ride scholarship to the American Brewers Guild's upcoming program. Details in the story. washingtonbeerblog.com/apply-now-fo...

Self Care introduces a beer brewed in collab with Crosby Hops; Hasta La Raíz, an Oatmeal Cream IPA. This beer is part of a bigger movement. To get "to the root," read all about the beer and the purpose here. washingtonbeerblog.com/self-care-an...

pFriemtoberfest! pFriem Family Brewers invites you to Hood River, OR for a riverfront Oktoberfest celebration. They're even giving away a hotel & VIP package! Read about it on the blog @pfriembeer.bsky.social washingtonbeerblog.com/experience-p...

Steam Donkey Brewing Company is expanding, adding a new facility at the Port of Grays Harbor to increase capacity and expand the biz. The taproom in downtown Aberdeen will remain open and will get more beer! You'll find details on the Washington Beer Blog washingtonbeerblog.com/steam-donkey...

He was one of the co-founders of Redhook, but that is only part of his story. Gordon Bowker has died at 82 in Seattle. I share some thoughts about what he contributed to the world of craft beer before there even was a world of craft beer. washingtonbeerblog.com/in-memory-of...

The beer thing used to be so much more fun. Yesterday, the Brewers Association issued an alert, or advisory, regarding recent changes to the aluminum tariffs. It's not good news, so the BA offers some advice for breweries as they navigate the turbulent waters. washingtonbeerblog.com/can-ends-and...

Another busy weekend on the Seattle/PNW beer scene. Festivals, anniversaries, and even a putt-putt brewery crawl event in Ballard. Get out there and do something this weekend! washingtonbeerblog.com/wa-beer-even...

Happening now and continuing all next week, The Beer Junction presents its annual celebration of lagers: Lager Junction. At least 15 on tap at a time, a breadth of lager styles. Details in this story. washingtonbeerblog.com/beer-junctio... @thebeerjunction.bsky.social

Spokane's No-Li Brewhouse earned some impressive honors at the 2025 World Beer Awards, including a sweep for its Squatch Series imperial IPA. Details on the blog washingtonbeerblog.com/no-li-brewho...

I do not know how all this consolidation/acquisition stuff on the distributor level ends up trickling down to the consumer level, but it is newsworthy regardless. Columbia Dist, Scout Dist, and Hayden Beverage are the players in today's story. washingtonbeerblog.com/columbia-dis...

This Saturday, Fremont Brewing celebrates its 16th Anniv. They are releasing some very special vintage bottles from the cellar, which is of great interest to folk who love barrel-aged, well-cellared gems. Oh, and $4 pints too. Details on the blog. washingtonbeerblog.com/fremont-brew...

It is always a happy day when an experimental hop graduates and gets an official name. HBC 1019 shall henceforth be known as Dolcita, now commercially available by its new name. I have all the nitty-gritty about this tropical, fruity gem in this story. washingtonbeerblog.com/hbc-1019-get...

This is some happy news. Although it is closing next month, Boundary Bay Brewery announces that its beers will not be discontinued. This is thanks to an agreement with another local brewery. I have all the details in a story on the blog washingtonbeerblog.com/boundary-bay...

What beers would make your list? The American Craft Beer Hall of Fame just introduced its inaugural class of Landmark Craft Beers -- the beers that helped shape the craft beer industry and culture. I have the details in a story on the blog washingtonbeerblog.com/craft-beer-h...

Cheers to Reuben's Brews! Tomorrow, the company celebrates its 13th year, and you are invited to the taproom to help celebrate. New anniversary beer release, a flight of special vintages, live music, food specials, etc. Get all the details on the blog washingtonbeerblog.com/anniversary-...

Portland-based Hopworks Brewery announces that it is closing its Vancouver, WA location. Last call is this Saturday. This does not impact the other two Hopworks locations. washingtonbeerblog.com/hopworks-bre...

Bickerson Brewhouse is closing its Seattle brewery and taproom, while the Renton location remains open. This presents a nice opportunity for the right buyer: a Turnkey brewery/taproom/beergarden in the population-dense, beer-loving Ballard neighborhood. washingtonbeerblog.com/bickersons-b...

Fresh hop beer season is approaching. Single Hill Brewing, a prolific producer of fresh hop beers, offers a pre-order opportunity. Pre-order cases will be available for pickup the first weekend in October. I'd get on it now. Orders may exceed expectations. washingtonbeerblog.com/pre-order-fr...