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All aboard! Here are links to the Trolley and Train schedules. See you on the tour! Trolley Schedule [pdf] Pacific Surfliner Schedule [pdf] Coaster Schedule [pdf]

Fall is here with cooler weather and a reason to kick back and relax. There’s no better excuse than on a day like National Red Wine Day to pair your favorite varieties with delicious chocolate desserts. The world may never know if the myth holds true that red wine is good for the heart, but we choose to believe. Here are our favorite wine and chocolate pairings to make the start of your week a little more enjoyable. – Cabernet Sauvignon’s savory notes taste great with chocolate cake – Syrah’s punch pairs well with peanut butter cups – Malbec’s earthy tones go with caramel based candy bars – Merlot’s fruitiness pairs with milk chocolate – Pinot Noir’s sweet flavors compliment white chocolate – Port’s spice is amazing with dark chocolate You can always try out gourmet wines on our San…

Prost to all! Oktoberfest is in full swing and although we might not be in Germany where the festival was created, it seems as though Americans have joined in on all the celebrations the festival has to offer. California seems to be one of the major states that celebrates Oktoberfest, with festivities in over 45 different cities. Celebrate Oktoberfest with San Diego Beer, Wine and Spirits Tours aboard the Beer Train Trolley Tour! The Beer Train Trolley Tour visits four breweries and boasts about 16 different tasters of local, craft beer. A light lunch and beer appreciation presentation are included in this tasty adventure!

It might be a coincidence that National Drink a Beer Day falls on a Friday, but we aren’t complaining! Luckily, San Diego Beer, Wine & Spirits Tours has a Beer Train Trolley Tour running daily! Come get hoppy with us this weekend as we tour Downtown San Diego in search of the perfect beer! Our current favorites are Mission Brewery’s Dark Seas, a Russian Imperial Stout, and Resident Brewing Co.’s Chasing Mosaic, a Hazy IPA. Hop aboard our Beer Train Trolley Tour and let us know what your favorite is!

Our September Sips series continues with a cocktail of the month! Since Fall is quickly approaching and it seems that pumpkin spice is back everywhere, we thought we’d put a spin on a fall classic. Pumpkin Spice Martini: 1.5 oz cake vodka (Try 619 Spirits Distillery’s Vodka) 1.5 oz pumpkin liqueur 1.5 oz irish cream liqueur 1 pinch pumpkin pie spice 1 pinch ground cinnamon 1 cup ice Shake and serve, makes 1 serving.

Searching for new wines to spark your fancy? Look no further. We’ve made it a mission to cater to all of your wine desires aboard our Chauffeured San Diego Wine Country Tour. Here’s a sneak peek at some of our favorite selections from a few of our featured vendors: WHITES 2016 Chardonnay from Bernardo Winery ~ “Fruity yet savory, lightly buttery yet crisp. Citrus and hints of oak throughout.” 2015 California Sauvignon Blanc from Cordiano Winery ~ “Light & unoaked, apple & passion fruit aromas & flavors” 2017 Estate Sauvignon Blanc from Hungry Hawk Vineyards & Winery – “The vanilla and caramel follow through with a dominating smooth, fresh citrus and guava in a long, full, satin finish.” REDS 2014 MERLOT from Bernardo Winery ~ “Aromas of blackberry and spice with ripe, jam flavors of plum and black currant.” 2016…

September means… FOOTBALL IS BACK​! Whether it’s college or NFL, a sports bar or a spot on the couch with your friends, chances are you’re reaching for a cold one this weekend. To give your taste buds a kick, we recommend pairing your favorite game day snacks with beer that can keep up with flavors. – Chili is a football favorite for those chilly weekends and best paired with rich and smoky beers. You can never go wrong pairing spice with stouts. Have you tried Belching Beaver’s Peanut Butter Milk Stout? – Wings are a football tradition no matter what climate you’re in, and you can pair just about any lager with them. A refreshing, light beer will cool down the spice and cleanse your palate for more taste! We suggest trying out Mission Brewery’s Blonde, a kolsch-style ale with…

Salud! Prost! Salute! Santé! Proost! Wherever you are in this beer-loving world, cheers to you! San Diego is not only the finest city, it’s also the Craft Beer Capital of the United States. Let it be known that here at SDBWST, we love our beer. Our Beer Train Trolley Tour gives you the chance to taste about 16 local craft beers, great for connoisseurs and novices alike. DID YOU KNOW: The strongest beer in the world has 67.5 percent alcohol by volume content, trademarked with the name Snake Venom. The fear of an empty beer glass is known as Cenosillicaphoia. The silicon content in beer helps strengthen bones. (Who ever said beer wasn’t good for you?) Europe has the most beer connoisseurs as the Czech Republic, Austria, and Germany drink the most beer of any nation in the world. The…

If sweet wines aren’t your favorite and you felt a little left out on International White Wine Day, have no fear because it’s National Red Wine Day! Red wine lovers unite as we give you some delicious meals to prepare while enjoying a glass (or two) of wine.   CABERNET SAUVIGNON Pair this full-bodied red wine with simply prepared red meat to bring out its rich, savory flavors.   MALBEC This wine pairs great with bold flavors like blue cheese. It’s also known to be fantastic Portobello stuffed mushrooms and cumin spice.   PINOT NOIR Because this wine is light enough to enjoy with pieces of fish, we recommend pairing this red with grilled salmon with asparagus.   ZINFANDEL Zinfandel is best paired with pasta, pizza and barbecued dishes so we’d suggest a barbecue chicken pizza to be paired with…

Did you know, rations of rum and lime juice were given to Royal Navy sailors because it was said to fight off scurvy? Well San Diegans, time to soak up some Vitamin C like the sailors would and celebrate another sunny San Diego day with this flavor-packed twist on a margarita. Frozen Lime Daiquiri ½ cup lime juice (fresh squeezed) 1 cup simple syrup 4 cups water 12 oz. light rum Shake or blend to perfection. Want to learn more about rum and other spirits? Book a Chauffeured Distillery Tour today!

Happy Father’s Day! We love our dads! But we think that when it comes to holidays, they don’t get a fair shake. After all, we just had Mother’s Day and all the stress that goes into trying to find the perfect gift for the moms in our life, and now here comes Father’s Day, less than two months later! What’s an offspring to do? Well, around here, we’re all about “fun” equality. We thought that you should bring the moms in your life on our tours for Mother’s Day, and now, we think that the best thing to do with the dads in your life this Father’s Day is, of course, bring them on one of our tours. You could just take them to dinner. But that’s so low key! Why not do something different and bring them on our…

We’re super thrilled, excited, humbled, and all-around jazzed to be ranked as the #2 Best Wine Train Tour IN THE WORLD!! If you haven’t joined us on our Winery Train Tour, what are you waiting for? Read all about it here: https://www.supercall.com/culture/best-wine-trains-world