Calidad, Barrel-Aged + Cellador Tautology
One of the hottest non-IPA trends out there has been the rise of the Mexican lager. Corona especially, but also Modelo and Pacifico seem to grow and grow. A new player is entering this style category,...
Benny Boy Brewing, Still Beer + Cider in San Gabriel
I don’t normally write about breweries to be. The plan is almost always different from the reality of running a business, but (you knew that “but” was coming) Benny Boy Brewing has the potential...
L.A. Beer Week Special
Raise a glass to the 10th L.A. Beer Week (#LABW10) with 10 picks for can’t miss events around town between June 16 – 24. 1. June 22 at Mikkeller DTLA North Carolina brewery Fonta...
Best Beers of 2017
Yes, there is still time left to drink in 2017, but it is my self-appointed time to gaze backward at the most memorable beers from this year. Here are the ground rules: I drank...
Thanksgiving Ales, 8th Anniversary + Two Burbank Openings
Thanksgiving is one week away. So what beer should you be popping the cap on with the bird around? Before my suggestions, you need to look at the food that will be on the...
Empire Tavern, Seconds + Beer Wellness
You can see the Burbank Empire Center from the 5 freeway as it winds through Burbank, but next month a new Empire will open. Empire Tavern will be opening in early November (if all...
