Guitar that was handmade by Timmy Lovold and friends for the fundraiser raffle at Russian River Brewing. (via Facebook) Those itching for a taste of Russian River Brewing’s Framboise for the Cure are out of luck as the Santa Rosa brewery has sold out of its seasonal brew. [...]
In 2010 Jeff Tyler was approximately two years removed from owning a once successful construction business. Feeling the pressure of making a decision on which direction the rest of his life would go, Jeff decided that it was time for change. Jeff told me that one night he was up [...]
Brew Dogs is a show going into its second season on the Esquire Network. The show follows James Watt and Martin Dickie who are the co-owners of the UK’s fastest growing brewery, named BrewDog of course. The second season begins on June 25. Filming is currently under way. James and [...]
With summer just around the corner I wanted to point out a few beer date ideas that you and your beer loving mate should consider over the summer.
The NorCal Beer Geeks is a Facebook group of beer enthusiasts that come together to share about limited release beers, events and beer news. Bottle shares, blind tastings and beer and food pairings are common amongst this group. Official events are held at a place and time disclosed only to [...]
American Craft Beer Week is under way and we have received messages from breweries near and far that want to help you celebrate the occasion. This festive week officially began on Monday May 12 and will conclude on May 18. Local favorite 101 North Brewing Co. will be celebrating throughout the [...]
Bear Republic Brewing Co. will be hosting a Mother’s Day brunch fit for the beer-loving mom and her family, kids included.
Fogbelt offers new DIPA release on Saturday, which also happens to be the day of the 17th annual Battle of the Brews at the fairgrounds.
Seminars highlight potential of pairing cheese with beer or cider.
Joining the St. Patrick's Day fun? A few suggestions.
St. Florian's Brewing marks one milestone with another Thursday.
Fogbelt Brewing gets official debut Thursday night at Heritage Public House.
How do judges talk about intoxicating products? The differences can be surprising.
The annual celebration of suds will include 90+ events.
It's a lager world, we just live in it. Happy National Lager Day.
A resident of Santa Rosa for most of his life, Peter Lopez Jr., 34, has taken over the duties of beer blogger for the Press Democrat. He has been a part of the beer and wine industry for almost his entire adult life and brings a wealth of knowledge. Currently Peter is a partner at the Healdsburg Emporium where he does the beer and wine purchasing. He is also the wine 
buyer at Fircrest Market in Sebastopol and the administrator of the NorCal Beer Geeks group on Facebook.
Beer is a big business in this part of the world, with some of the best and most sought-after brews made right in our own back yard. But too often that beer culture is hidden behind the iconic wine industry that defines the region. The Beer Country blog will bring you news and notes about our local brew scene, and maybe a little about cider while we’re at it. Have news, ideas, or questions that need answering? Drop a line in the comments section of the blog or email us at info@pressdemocrat.com