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These days it feels like we can’t get away from (or maybe get enough of) beer. With March and St. Patrick’s Day and country music festivals coming up, beer seems to be the drink of the season. And it doesn’t stop there. North Park’s 12thannual Festival of Beers will be held on April 6th from 12…

San Diegans have long celebrated the ode to the Irish by participating in St. Paddy’s Day activities. Not only is the holiday an excuse to gather with friends and family; it’s an excuse to drink all the Irish Whiskey and green beer your heart desires. (Did you know what green beer is actually just beer…

If you’ve even remotely kept up with drinking fads in the past couple of years, you will be very familiar with the looks of a copper mug, holding different variations of the ever-so-popular mule. If you have them on your wet bar for cute decoration or have always wanted an excuse to get them –…

The month of February can mean different things to different people. It can mean the end of football season or that warmer weather and spring activities are on the horizon, but most notably, February holds the celebration of love. Even if you don’t have a significant other and you’re living your best life with your…

Football season may be coming to an end, but that only gives us more reason to celebrate! Did you know, 325 million gallons of beer are consumed on Super Bowl Sunday? Whether you’re contributing to that statistic or reaching for something stronger, there’s so much to look forward to in San Diego on February 3rd….

The 2019 San Diego Brew Fest is right around the corner and the $45 general admission ticket includes unlimited beer tastings from over 50 local breweries. Not only do you get to enjoy the brews, you get to enjoy live music and food trucks (not included in ticket price) from hot dogs to pizza to…

Happy New Year from our SD family to yours! We hope your 2019 is filled with fun, laughs, and a little more bubbly! Check out this champagne punch recipe that will make your friends and family very thankful for you this holiday season: 2 bottles champagne 1-cup triple sec 1-cup pineapple rum 2 cups pineapple…

We all look forward to the holidays. Some for the presents, some for the jolly spirit, and some (maybe most) for the booze. Spiked Eggnog is a tradition among numerous generations. Although spirits have started creating their own blended versions of spiked eggnog, we promise this homemade recipe is better, stronger, and more homey than…

Don’t worry about getting your Christmas fix this season, San Diego County has many holiday-themed festivals to choose from. From Encinitas to Little Italy, from tree decorating to gingerbread house making, you can expect to have a Christmas packed day, even in sunny San Diego. But one unique festival sets itself apart from the competition….

One of the most important aspects of winemaking is the aging process. Aging processes have come a long way as wine has almost always been aged in oak barrels, giving the wine the delicate tastes and aromas such as nutmeg, cedar, clove, and other various spices. So, the question is… why might winemakers choose to…

San Diego is quickly becoming one of California’s notable wine regions. There are as many wineries in San Diego County as there are breweries and the wine business is flourishing. What makes San Diego a prime target for winemaking, you may ask? Let’s take a look at the key factors. San Diego’s Microclimates Are Ideal…

November seems to be the month beer and wine lovers have been waiting for as we’re that much closer to San Diego Beer Week (Nov 2 – Nov 11) and San Diego Wine & Food Festival (Nov 12 – Nov 18). Here’s what you can expect from both: San Diego Beer Week encourages patrons to…