Celebrating the Art and Craft of Beer
Are you a craft beer aficionado yet also a foodie? Then this guide is for you. I have managed to visit nearly every brewery in Orange County and have compiled a list of breweries that offer the best beer and food.
There all kinds of ways to drink the myriad styles, brands, and versions of beer -- in moderation, definitely with laughter, and quite often with second rounds, or at the very least, tasters. "So many beers, so little time!"
The beers featured in the Lazy Dog Beer Club kit are brewed exclusively for the club by local breweries across the country. Lazy Dog, a national brand, is elevating and putting a spotlight on smaller operations – and when massive businesses elevate and uplift small businesses, a huge round of applause is needed.
The beer experience in Monterey was wholly new to me, and I was eager to get to a few taprooms and brewpubs. Below, I report on Dust Bowl Brewing, Alvarado Street, the Salty Seal, and Hops & Frog.
Well, Dear Readers, it's been awhile. Our last post was October 2024. Between then and now, a lot has happened. Which could be an understatement.
We've journeyed all over Orange County to compile a list of craft breweries with the top outdoor patios. We factored in size, quality, beer, food, activities and VIBE.
We should expect a solid variety of beer on tap. Sometimes I have an IPA moment, other times I have a Lager moment, while most of the time I have a Saison moment. When I visit a brewery, I expect to see beers that match the season (e.g., stouts during winter), specialty beers, and “go-to” beer types that match any and all moods I am in.
Pasadena's Cerveceria del Pueblo makes light, refreshing beer with a focus on South American ingredients sourced locally.
Because of its ample beer selection and fun ambiance, Bearded Tang ranks among our top recommended breweries to visit while in Orange County.
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