A press release today brings notice of a second closure to hit the Portland beer scene. In late January Widmer Brothers closed their tap room which had been in business since 1996. Now comes news of the complete closure of Bridgeport operations. The last day of service will be March 10th. From the press release … [Read more...] about BridgePort Brewing Closes
News Stories Relating to Alcoholic Beverages
This covers all of our posts about alcohol: wine, beer, cider and spirits. You'll find all sorts of interesting stories here, new businesses, classes and more.
Lompoc Brewing to close Hedge House Pub
Lompoc Brewing has announced the closure of its Hedge House location at 3412 SE Division St. The final day will be Tuesday, Nov. 28. Owner Jerry Fechter gave the following statement. "We’d like to thank our staff, customers, friends, family, and vendors for your support over the last 14 years. We are so proud of our … [Read more...] about Lompoc Brewing to close Hedge House Pub
Oregon Breweries Win 17 Medals at The 2017 Great American Beer Festival
Oregon breweries claimed a total of 17 medals at the 2017 Great American Beer Festival (GABF) held October 5-7, 2017 in Denver, Colorado. From the press release - Oregon Breweries brought home 7 gold medals, 3 silver medals and 7 bronze medals. The Portland Metro area won 8 medals, Central Oregon won 4 medals, the … [Read more...] about Oregon Breweries Win 17 Medals at The 2017 Great American Beer Festival
Reader Survey 2017: Best Cocktail Bar in Portland
The Results for the 2017 Best Cocktail Bar in Portland are surprising. Teardrop Lounge, which has topped this list every year other than 2011 suddenly dropped to number four. In its place, the next top choices all bumped up one. New this year: Mint/820, Laurelhurst Market, The Driftwood Room, and Bible Club. If you … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2017: Best Cocktail Bar in Portland
Great Notion Brewing Building NW Brewery and Restaurant
I don't have anything to say that isn't in this press release, so here you go: Portland, Oregon, January 18, 2017 – Great Notion Brewing (GNB), best known for hazy, juicy IPAs and “culinary-inspired” sours and stouts, has signed a lease with OSB2LAN Management to open a new production brewery, restaurant, and … [Read more...] about Great Notion Brewing Building NW Brewery and Restaurant
Your Guide to Portland Oregon Distilleries
A complete list of distilleries open to the public in the Portland area. Updated 4/19. Portland is a mecca for micro-brews, artisan coffee roasting, chocolatiers, pizza, bread, pastries and more. Oregon also has an established wine industry and an agrarian economy for ingredients that are just meant to be … [Read more...] about Your Guide to Portland Oregon Distilleries
OSU Acquires Archives of Fred Eckhardt
Oregon State University has announced the acquisition of the papers of "the founding father of craft beer", Fred Eckhardt. The collection which dates back to the 1970's should be available by spring. Few in the brewing world had Eckhardt’s influence on the history of beer in Oregon and home brewing nationwide, and his … [Read more...] about OSU Acquires Archives of Fred Eckhardt
Breakside Brewery to Open Slabtown Brewpub
Breakside Brewery has announced that they will be opening a new brewpub in Northwest Portland. According to the press release, the 5,000 square foot space in the historic Slabtown district will open summer of 2016 at the corner of NW 22nd and Raleigh, next to the New Seasons Marketplace. Breakside’s new brewpub will … [Read more...] about Breakside Brewery to Open Slabtown Brewpub