Sierra Nevada Beer Camp - San Francisco 2017

Sierra Nevada Beer Camp - San Francisco 2017

Beer Camp is hitting the road on an eight-city festival tour, and every craft brewer in America is invited to join. San Francisco will be holding their festival on June 3rd! It's a can't miss event with lots of amazing one-off beers and local brewery participation. 

FOBAB 2016 - My Top 5 Barrel-Aged beers

FOBAB 2016 - My Top 5 Barrel-Aged beers

When most people think of barrel-aged beers, the first thing that comes to mind is dark beer. For some it’s a rich, chocolate stout; for others a boozy, sweet quad. While this year’s Festival of Barrel Aged Beers in Chicago had and incredible array of bold dark beers, it also had a plentiful selection of light—and often sour—barrel aged beer. Here of some of my favorites from the lighter side of FOBAB. 

Pinnacle of Beerism, the Firestone Invitational Festival

Pinnacle of Beerism, the Firestone Invitational Festival

The Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest is the pinnacle of beers festivals. An epic yet intimate gathering of 50 leading brewers, whom are personally selected by Firestone brewmaster, Matt Brynildson, showcase their best-of-the-best offerings.

Aloha from Kona Brewer's Festival!

Aloha from Kona Brewer's Festival!

The Kona Brewer's Festival indulges craft beer aficionados from all over the world alongside a variety of island-style cuisine, offering something for adventurers and connoisseurs alike. Top chefs from the islands offer their best pairings ranging from fresh fish and smoked meats to deep fried avocados and tropical sweets.

FOBAB - A Celebration of Barrel Aged Beers

FOBAB - A Celebration of Barrel Aged Beers

#FOBAB is the ultimate haven for beer meets wood where brewers always bring their A-game. Brewing with wood is like playing with fire - you throw consistency out the window in lieu for complexity and flavor.

NOMA v. SOMA showdown - SF Beer Week 2016

NOMA v. SOMA showdown - SF Beer Week 2016

The SF Beer Week is the largest annual gathering of Northern California beer aficionados, breweries, and the craft community. Starting on Pier 35 with the opening Gala night on Friday, we kicked off 100+ events happening this week in San Francisco and greater Bay Area.

California Beer Summit Pt.2 - California's Finest Offerings

California Beer Summit Pt.2 - California's Finest Offerings

Pt.2 on my epic recollections from the inaugural California Beer Summit, where the state's finest local players: brewers, enthusiasts, and industry members in between, came together for an unbelievable 2-day convention at the Sacramento State Center. 

GABF 2015 - Diaries of a Sobering Beer Aficionado pt.2

GABF 2015 - Diaries of a Sobering Beer Aficionado pt.2

The adrenaline rush of GABF 2015 has subsided as we all return to our regular routines. The beers we drank, the people we met, and the experiences we had quietly fall into the recess of our minds, and sometimes memories on a page. My idea is to parse together a series of spontaneous – in the moment – photographs alongside recollections of a sobering GABFer.

Craft Beer Heaven in Ventura County

Craft Beer Heaven in Ventura County

Craft Beer Heaven is exactly what sounds like and a great way to spend a hot Saturday afternoon in Ventura, CA. This is the fourth year of the California Beer Festival, and each Saturday of the travelling festival features this event, a collection of local and national brewers coming together to share beers, new ones and classics.

GABF 2015 - The Greatest American Craft Beer Festival pt.1

GABF 2015 - The Greatest American Craft Beer Festival pt.1

The Great American Beer Festival (GABF) is the premier collection of craft beer competition and tasting in the United States held in Denver, Colorado. Click here to hear me talk more about my personal experiences attending and "tips" for first-timers!