WordPress, Blogger, Tumblr and a handful of other blogging platforms provide people with an accessible way to write about anything and be able to share it publicly with the world. If you can think of it, someone is probably blogging about it. Luckily for Pacific Northwesterners who have beer on the mind, the internet is buzzing with locally sourced blogs dedicated to the sudsy stuff. From noteworthy news, fun events, homebrewing tips and more, local beer enthusiasts and experts share their wisdom with readers across the region. Wondering which ones you should be reading? We make it easy for you in the month of November as we round-up of our favorite beverage blogs and find out what makes them blogs we dig.
Washington Beer Blog—This one should go without saying, but if you’re looking for the authority on all things beer in the state of Washington, look no further than our own resident beer expert Kendall Jones, and his wildly popular Washington Beer Blog. A full calendar of Washington beer events, a map of all Washington state breweries, a list of the best beer bars and bottleshops in the region, the latest beer news and more make the Washington Beer Blog a necessary resource for any beer lover living in Washington.
Vancouver Beer Blog—No matter what kind of beer drinker you are, the Vancouver Beer Blog has you covered. A comprehensive blog covering everything from how to cellar your beer and what type of glassware you should be using, to the perfect beers to pair with your holiday feast. Find out what beer-related events are happening in Vancouver, where to buy your favorite craft beer, and more.
BrewPublic—Craft beer lovers of Portland rejoice. BrewPublic is your one stop shop for brewing news, events, a look into the vast culture surrounding craft beer, and more. From BrewPublic’s homepage you can learn about news and events like seasonal releases, McMenamins new passport program, and the Great Tap and Growler Beer Festival. BrewPublic is the collaboration of several serious craft beer drinkers and their commitment to sharing their knowledge and passion with PDX readers.
BeerVana—Jeff Alworth is an author and beer expert living in Portland and when he’s not working on his upcoming book “The Beer Bible,” set for a 2014 release, he is busy writing on his beer blog, BeerVana. BeerVana isn’t just a blog showcasing what beers you should be drinking or events you should attend, but a platform for a much broader range of topics that any aspiring craft beer guru should familiarize him or herself with.
Seattle Beer News—With so many craft breweries and beer bars in Washington state, it’s hard to try them all. However, Seattle Beer News has made it convenient to start your journey through Washington beer with their list of the top 10 beer spots to visit. Also available on the site is a newsfeed with all the latest on Seattle beer, an events page and more.
If you’re a craft beer lover but a beer blog virgin, check out these websites for all the latest on Northwest suds. Another thing I love about these blogs is that most of them link you to their favorite beer blogs, so the list doesn’t end here. Get your bookmarks bar ready and have fun!
