Guest article by James Lipari With the new year approaching, I asked several Austin breweries to gaze into their crystal balls (or planning software, whatever), and tell us what magical things we can expect in 2020. Here’s the inside scoop on what they told us.
Batch Brewery Goes Beyond Kolaches Into Brave Flavor Frontier
Everyone has a home base, a place in town where they feel welcome, comfortable, and relaxed. For me and many of us at The Austinot, that place is Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches. It’s easy to explain why. Not only does Batch produce exquisite baked goods, but the exceptional craft beer tap list, awesome bottle […]
8 Austin Beer Pros Get Us Pumped for Texas Craft Brewers Festival
Guest article by James Lipari On Sept. 28, 2019, at Fiesta Gardens, Austin will once again proudly host the state’s largest beer event, Texas Craft Brewers Festival. If you’ve ever been to a beer festival, you may know what to expect. With over 75 breweries in attendance serving samples of their hard work, you are […]
Lazarus Brewing Cultivates Community Alongside Coffee, Tacos, and Beer
Guest article by Ken Pishna When Christian Cryder left Montana behind to open a brewery on East Sixth Street in Austin, he wanted to build a community around four key ingredients: coffee, beer, tacos, and joy. Lazarus Brewing Company was born on Christmas Eve in 2016. With a talented head brewer, one of Austin’s finest […]
Oz. Tap House Adds Clever Twist to Craft Beer Bar Concept With Self-service Tap Wall
Finding your groove in the Austin restaurant scene is a challenge. With hundreds of amazing eateries slinging booze and food, aspiring businesses need a unique hook to stand out from the crowd. Enter Oz. Tap House, northwest Austin’s newest beer garden. By combining a state-of-the-art self-service tap wall with a rock star menu of pub […]
Family Business Beer Company Defies Expectations With Quality and Vibe
When an actor with a rabid cult following opens a brewery in Central Texas, it’s not just local news. It becomes a national sensation. Within a week of opening the doors, Family Business Beer Company, co-owned by Jensen Ackles of “Supernatural” fame, exploded in popularity. It also drew the ire of a small, but vocal, […]
Tradition and Innovation Meet Head-on at Independence Brewing Co.
These days, it feels like craft beer is ruled by the almighty trend. Be it session IPAs a few years back or the current haze craze, breweries seem to scramble to meet the whims of the drinking public. After all, IPAs that taste like mimosas are the hot new thing. Why not jump on the bandwagon […]
Beer Makes It Better With The ABGB’s Hell Yes Project
“Beer makes it better.” This is the driving philosophy behind The Hell Yes Project. The Austin Beer Garden Brewing Company (The ABGB) supports numerous Austin nonprofit organizations through this initiative, benefitting children, adults, dogs, and the natural environment. Here are a few of the many ways you can drink beer to make life better for […]
South Austin’s Radio Coffee & Beer Adds Cocktails to the Mix
Radio Coffee & Beer has been serving the Austin community since 2014 by providing a hip, yet homey neighborhood hangout. Located in the heart of south Austin, you’ll not only find java and brew here, but also live music and several food trucks. And now, cocktails! It’s easy to understand why this beloved Austin establishment […]
Jester King Brewery Supplies Family Atmosphere in Texas Hill Country
Most Austinites are well aware of the craft beer oasis located 20 minutes south of downtown Austin, known as Jester King Brewery. Founded in 2010 on three acres of Texas Hill Country, Jester King has grown to 61 acres. It now includes a burgeoning vineyard, goat farm, 700 annuals, and a lush melon patch. Simultaneous […]