The Best Beers of the Year (So Far): Quarter 1, 2026

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The Best Beers of the Year (So Far): Quarter 1, 2026 It’s table time! Please enjoy the below tables. Standard disclaimer: This data comes from Untappd and is not our personal opinions.  Click here to find out more about how this data is gathered. Here are the top beers released in Central Texas from January to March, 2026! Lager: Pilsner: View this post on Instagram Pale Ale: IPA (New England / Hazy): IPA (West Coast […]

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Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events April 3rd

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Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events  Check out Austin craft beer releases and events that are happening around town this week. Austin Area Brewery Map New offerings from breweries that are releasing this week, or offerings that are now returning to the menu after a hiatus. We cannot promise they will still be in stock by the time the weekend comes around. New Releases: View this post on Instagram 3rd Level Brewing The Texas Highlander Wee

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The Tour de Burnet

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The Tour de Burnet   Six stops, ten miles, and one minor crash. For years, a group of friends have kept this informal North Austin tradition alive. The general goal is to bike to Draught House and then drink your way north until you decide to quit.  The stops vary by the year and the mood of the participants, and people can tap out any time they want.  This year, I was invited to participate,

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Austin Beer News | Thirteen Things You Need to Know | April 1st, 2026

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Published 4/1/2026 A number of Central Texas breweries made significant announcements today.  Here is a roundup of what you need to know. Real Ale Brewing Rebrands with New Logo Real Ale Brewing announced today that in honor of their 30th anniversary, they are rebranding with a more youthful logo.  See Instagram post below for the image. View this post on Instagram (512) Brewing Company Changes Name to (737) Brewing Company In additional rebranding news, (512)

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Hop-Water Only Brewery to Open in South Austin

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Hop-Water Only Brewery “Clear Current Brewing Co.” to Open in South Austin Austin, TX – Clear Current Brewing Co. has announced they are planning to open a taproom in the new mixed-use development at the intersection of South Congress and Industrial Blvd.  The brewery will focus solely on non-alcoholic hop-waters, a niche segment of the beverage industry showing recent growth by appealing to health-conscious consumers.  “We’ve seen the trend of better-for-you (BFY) beverages on the

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Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events March 27th

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Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events  Check out Austin craft beer releases and events that are happening around town this week. Austin Area Brewery Map New offerings from breweries that are releasing this week, or offerings that are now returning to the menu after a hiatus. We cannot promise they will still be in stock by the time the weekend comes around. View this post on Instagram New Releases: 5 Stones Brewery Shepherd’s Juice | IPA

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Pinthouse Pizza Expands to San Antonio with New Brewpub Now Open

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Pinthouse Pizza Expands to San Antonio with New Brewpub Now Open Austin brewery brings its signature award-winning beers, handcrafted pizzas, and vibrant beer hall experience to the Landmark North Pad development San Antonio, TX (March 23, 2026) – Pinthouse, the award-winning Texas craft brewery and #1 largest brewpub by annual brewing volume in the United States, has officially expanded beyond Austin for the first time with the opening of Pinthouse Pizza San Antonio, now open at 5534

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Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events March 20th

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Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events  Check out Austin craft beer releases and events that are happening around town this week. Austin Area Brewery Map New offerings from breweries that are releasing this week, or offerings that are now returning to the menu after a hiatus. We cannot promise they will still be in stock by the time the weekend comes around. View this post on Instagram New Releases: 5 Stones Brewery Inklings | Dry Irish

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Celebrate Pierre’s Birthday at Celis Brewery This Weekend

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Celebrate Pierre’s Birthday at Celis Brewery This Weekend Celis Brewery is located at 10001 Metric Blvd, Austin, TX Every year, the brewery celebrates founder and Belgian brewing legend Pierre Celis, who is credited with bringing the Belgian-style witbier to Austin. This year marks what would have been his 101st birthday, and the team is celebrating in style with special beer releases and live music. Making the celebration even more special, Christine Celis, Pierre’s daughter and

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Hold Out Brewing Acquires Turnstile Bar & Restaurant

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Hold Out Brewing Expands to the Domain with Acquisition of Turnstile Bar & Restaurant     The team behind Wright Bros. Brew & Brew, Hold Out Brewing and Better Half Coffee & Cocktails is bringing their proven hospitality formula to north Austin with the acquisition of Turnstile Bar and Restaurant located at 10025 Burnet Road. For Turnstile, a go-to destination for craft beer lovers and Austin FC supporters over the past six years, this is

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What Degree Do You Need To Be a Brewer?

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What Degree Do You Need To Be a Brewer?   Austin has over 80 craft breweries. The Texas craft brewing industry supports more than 30,000 full-time jobs. And if you’re a college student wondering whether there’s a real career path in beer – there is, and you don’t need to abandon your current major to get there. The short answer: brewing doesn’t require one specific degree. But education matters more than ever as the industry

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Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events March 13th

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Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events  Check out Austin craft beer releases and events that are happening around town this week. Austin Area Brewery Map New offerings from breweries that are releasing this week, or offerings that are now returning to the menu after a hiatus. We cannot promise they will still be in stock by the time the weekend comes around.   View this post on Instagram   New Releases: 5 Stones Brewery Norma Jeane

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