Did you know that today, May 9th, is National Moscato Day? Produced from the muscat grape–one of the oldest known varietals–this sweeter wine is typically enjoyed at meal’s end but has more versatility than you think.
Product Review: Barrel Noir from Almanac Beer
If you enjoy full flavored beers, Imperial Stout is a style with your name on it. If your name is Barrel Noir, then Almanac Beer Company’s 10%er literally has your name right on it. You might have an odd name but if it’s any consolation, your beer is nothing short of spectacular.
Angostura Does it Again…the world’s most expensive rum
The famed company that has supplied the little paper-wrapped bottles of bitters to bartenders from around the world is on the map with their incredibly crafted rums…Though Angostura’s rums have been around since the 1940′s, they are getting easier to find state-side. The Trinidadian brand is a staple name for mixologists and a stamp of quality for their entire line of products. We recently met up with Angostura’s distiller, John Georges on his visit to San Francisco to chat with him about Angostura’s newest creation–Angostura Legacy–an incredibly special blend of seven of Angostura’s top rums, making an absolutely stunning product that captures an impeccable craft and a colorful history–and has earned itself the title as the most expensive rum in the world, with a price tag of $25,000. Even if you find yourself itching to grab a bottle, you’ll have to move quickly–they are incredibly limited. Only 20 were produced worldwide, and each comes [...]
SF Vintners Market
Add this to your list of must attend events: SF Vintners Market on April 13th and 14th at the Fort Mason Center in San Francisco, CA.
Almanac Beer Company
One of my favorite beers from the Bay Area is Farmer’s Reserve No. 2, from Almanac Beer Company. The brewery’s only been around for 2 years, but in that short time, co-owners and brewers Jesse Friedman and Damian Fagan have made quite a name for themselves.
The Art Of Pairing At Nombe SF
Matching up a beverage with its ideal, edible counterpart might sound easy enough, or even like a game of chance. The folks over at Nombe Izakaya (2491 Mission St.) in San Francisco’s Mission district beg to differ.
SF Beer Week Release: Salted Caramel Ale
On Tuesday, February 12th, Cerverceria de MateVeza (3801 18th St.) celebrated SF Beer Week with the release of an dessert-inspired collaboration: Salted Caramel Ale. In the world of craft beer, collabs occur all the time. What makes this beer exceptionally unique is that it’s the product of a combined effort between MateVeza and nearby ice cream icon Bi-Rite Creamery.
SF Beer Week: Weekend Roundup
I sure do love being in the Bay Area for SF Beer Week. An oft-overlooked aspect of all the frivolity is that it often spills well outside of San Francisco proper into surrounding areas. This past weekend was a perfect example as the East Bay was clearly the place to be.
On Tap This Week In SF
If you’re lucky enough to find yourself in the Bay Area this week, there’s an embarrassment of riches to enjoy.
SF Beer Week Begins
This Friday marked the kick-off of San Francisco Beer Week. The annual appreciation of all things ale, lager, stout and sour began with a bang at the Concourse Exhibition Center (620 7th Street) where the SF Brewer’s Guild hosted the Opening Celebration with nearly 80 brewers in attendance. Although the list of libations were heavily tilted towards Northern California, there were also assorted selections from up and down the coast.
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