I love getting news that some new and exciting beers are making their way to Hawaii. We all know it’s not easy getting certain brands or specialty beers to the state, so when we do get them, it’s a little extra special. Here are a few brand new beers and some returning favorites that are … Continue reading
Got plans for this Thursday evening? If not then you should plan to make your way down to Murphy’s Bar & Grill for the 5th Annual Pau Hana Block Party. This is a benefit for Hawaii Literacy, an organization that is dedicated to helping thousands of people learn to read, write and better their lives. … Continue reading
UPDATE (11/12/13): The winners have been announced. Congratulations to Real A Gastropub for taking GOLD! Check out all of the Hale Aina Award winners here. You know we got a growing beer scene when local food awards add a Best Beer Program to their ballot. Honolulu Magazine’s annual Hale Aina Awards are back for the 30th … Continue reading
Kona Brewing Company is looking for your best summer picture and it could win you a trip to the Big Island. The Kona Brewing Summer Bucket List sweepstakes is all about capturing your most exciting summer events in photographs. Each week, for the next 10 weeks, there will be a new summer bucket list topic. … Continue reading
The Real Beer Festival is quickly approaching and it’s going to be big. Have you got your tickets yet? Well if you haven’t then this list of breweries might get you moving faster. As promised by Real owner Troy Terorortua, there are some great craft breweries lined up, many of which are not currently distributed … Continue reading
Oahu get ready for the Real Beer Festival. Hosted by Real A Gastropub the festival will be held on Saturday, July 27th, in the parking lot across of Ward 16 Theatres. The Real Festival will feature 50 plus craft beers from Hawaii, mainland U.S., and international breweries as well as live entertainment from those classic … Continue reading
A stunning view of Waikiki Beach, Diamond Head and a half priced craft beer. Sound like an ideal situation? Well, it’s real and happens every Wednesday at Lulu’s Waikiki. The scenic bar and restaurant recently launched craft beer Wednesdays, offering up all of their craft beers, bottle and draft, for half price…all day. Yup, from … Continue reading
The craft beer community in Hawaii has experienced a lot of change and growth in the last year. Tons of great new breweries have gained distribution, new local breweries opened for business and we’ve seen more beer focused bars open their doors. A year ago this month Troy Terorotua opened Real A Gastropub and the … Continue reading
If you’re headed to Maui next weekend for the Maui Brewers Festival and haven’t bought your tickets, here is a look at the beers available to VIP ticket holders. VIP tickets grant you access to the Rare Beer tasting area and early entry at 2:30. More info on VIP tickets here. Caldera Brewing Company – … Continue reading
With 3 Brew Festivals taking place over the next month in Hawaii, it is officially Beer Festival season! Joining the Oahu Brewfest and Maui Brewfest is the inaugural Hilo Brewfest on Saturday, June 1, 2013. The season kicked off with the Kona Brewers Festival back in March. The Hilo Brewfest will take place at the … Continue reading
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