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 accesses your camera to snap a photo of the beer list on any … [Read more...] about SipSnapp Guides You Through Beer Lists
News Stories Relating Specifically to Beer
This is about Portland's beer scene, micro-brew central. You'll find an archive of all of our beer news here: brewing, tasting, festivals, equipment and more.
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 the pub opened its doors in 1996 – the remodel will further … [Read more...] about Widmer Pub Temporarily Closing for Remodel
Reader Survey 2013: Best Beer Bar in Portland
The results have shuffled in the 2013 vote for Best Beer Bar in Portland Oregon. When I was in college, a nearby restaurant which went by the unfortunate nickname of "The Refectory" which was immediately renamed "The Rat Factory" by students - for good reason, had a list of 150 beers (I think that was the number). When I turned 21 I managed to make it through the list in six … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2013: Best Beer Bar in Portland
Guide to Portland’s Best Beer Shops
The Portland selection of bottle shops is growing every year! Here is a guide By Lucy Burningham <updated 7.22 - hours, selection, add 2nd John's location, remove Abbey Bottle Shop >Every city should have a few great bottle shops, especially if that city is known for beer. In my opinion, Portland needs more neighborhood bottle shops; there’s something special about … [Read more...] about Guide to Portland’s Best Beer Shops
Oregon Brings Home the Gold, Silver and Bronze at Beer Festival
DENVER - Oregon is still Beervana, at least in the eyes of the judges at the Great American Beer Festival. Over the weekend, 2400 beers from 450 breweries were judged in 69 style categories. Oregon brewers earned 14 of the 207 medals awarded, topping last year's medal take of eight.-----The 25-year-old Great American Beer Festival (GABF) is really two events: a brewing … [Read more...] about Oregon Brings Home the Gold, Silver and Bronze at Beer Festival