The news of great breweries picking up distribution in Hawaii is on fire. I just received confirmation that Akron, Ohio, based Hoppin’ Frog Brewery will begin distributing to the Aloha state sometime in July. Founded in 2006, Hoppin’ Frog has become a consistent winner of medals at GABF and the World Beer Cup. Best known … Continue reading
Portland and for that matter all of Oregon is a craft beer lovers heaven. How do Oregonians even decide what to drink each night with so many awesome choices? Lucky for us in Hawaii we’ll soon be able to savor another one of Oregon’s great breweries right here in the sun and the sand. Portland based … Continue reading
Welcome to the HI Beer Blast, your weekly guide to what’s new at Hawaii’s best craft beer bars, restaurants, brewpubs and more. You’ll also find info on local beer events. New blasts go out every week on Thursdays. 1. Brew’d New Beers: Dieu Du Ciel! Corne Du Diable (Horn of the Devil) IPA Coronado Sock … Continue reading
As far as West Coast breweries that are the most sought after in Hawaii, San Diego based Green Flash Brewing is at the top of the list. Well, you won’t have to bring bottles back from the mainland anymore. Green Flash will begin distributing to Hawaii later this summer with draft and bottles. Details are … Continue reading
Where did you grow up? I grew up in the Pacific NW, specifically Spokane and Portland. In fall 1996 I was managing an independent restaurant chain when Cameron Healy asked if I’d move from Portland to join Kona Brewing Company. They were looking to help grow craft beer awareness in the Islands as well as … Continue reading
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