Just a friendly reminder folks: tickets are now on sale for the 2013 Boonville Beer Fest. The big day arrives on Saturday, May 4th, from 1 to 5PM.

The 16th annual Boonville Beer Fest made its mark on the quaint Anderson Valley this past weekend. From what I can remember, it was an unparalleled day of epic drinking. As an avowed aficionado of craft brews, I am somewhat ashamed to report that this was my first go-round at the sud-soaked celebration. Needless to say, I will NOT be missing it again… ever. The event kicked-off shortly before 1PM on Saturday, as hordes of beer-lovers from across the state descended upon the green pastures of the Mendocino County Fair. Several large tents were setup throughout the landscape, each one providing countless taps of microbrewed bliss. Taking advantage of my early arrival, I wanted to make sure to enjoy some of my favorite Russian River beers before their lines inevitably swelled to preposterous proportions. After a few swills of the peerless Pliny the Elder Double IPA and their lip-smacking Supplication sour, I [...]

The Legendary Boonville Beer Festival of Northern California is set to return for its 16th annual celebration in the pastoral landscape of Mendocino County.  It all goes down on Saturday, May 12th in Boonville, CA from 1 to 5PM with live music going on until 6.  For $40, you can enjoy unlimited brews from the award-winning Anderson Valley Brewing Company along with tasty food and terrific tunes.  I’m pretty confident that you’ll make it well worth the money. Since 1997 this fest has attracted beer aficionados from all over the region, allured by the promise of copious amounts of craftbrew and an afternoon of frivolity in a serene setting.  You can even stay overnight with a limited amount of camping provided on-sight.  Just remember that you need to be 21 years of age or older to attend, and that there are absolutely NO dogs allowed on the premises.  Designated Drivers are always [...]