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
News Stories Relating Specifically to Beer
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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
McMenamins Opens Bottle Shop on NW 23rd
McMenamins has announced the opening of a new bottle shop on NW 23rd Avenue. The newest venture, the 23rd Avenue Bottle Shop, will carry over 800 bottled craft beers, ciders, wines and spirits. The public opening will be on November 19th, 2015. Here is the official press release - 799 BOTTLES OF CRAFT BEER, … [Read more...] about McMenamins Opens Bottle Shop on NW 23rd
Reader Survey 2015: Best Beer Bar in Portland
Just in time for the 2015 Craft Brewers Conference, the survey results for the Best Beer Bar in Portland are in! This year we see the usual suspects; just the order has changed. I'm glad to see Horse Brass on top, and am happy to see relative newcomer Stammtisch make the list. 1190 votes cast: 1. Horse Brass … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2015: Best Beer Bar in Portland
10 Barrel Brewing Opens PDX Brewpub
I was just looking at this space the other day, wondering when it was going to open, and now comes the announcement. 10 Barrel fans rejoice! It seems there are many of you, as I got quite a few scathing emails a few months back, because I said I'd never heard of them. It seems I was "stupid" and "out of touch". Anyway, … [Read more...] about 10 Barrel Brewing Opens PDX Brewpub
SipSnapp Guides You Through Beer Lists
Beer is not my strong point. I can find my way through a wine or cocktail list without too many problems, but am usually lost when I am craving a beer. Now, a new smart phone application called SipSnapp helps guide you through the process of choosing a beer you will like from the list of available options. The app … [Read more...] about SipSnapp Guides You Through Beer Lists
Widmer Pub Temporarily Closing for Remodel
Widmer Brothers Pub has announced they will be temporarily closing their restaurant located on North Russell Street, March 17th and March 24th through 27th. The remodel is part of a series of initiatives to celebrate the brewery’s 30th Anniversary. Beyond a major cosmetic renovation – one that hasn’t been done since … [Read more...] about Widmer Pub Temporarily Closing for Remodel