Pam Catoe

Like most people, my love for craft beer started in college when most craft consisted of imports. Austin has come a long way since then and I love being a part of the Austin beer culture and consistantly expanding my beer knowledge. Follow Me on Twitter @PamCraftBeerATX

What the New Stay at Home Order Means for Austin Area Breweries

By / / Austin Breweries, CBA, Craft Beer News

As of today, both Travis and Williamson counties have implemented “Stay home – Work Safe” orders in effect until Monday, April 13. Under the order, restaurants are considered essential businesses and can continue to provide food for pick up or delivery, including food trucks. Liquor stores and grocery stores also will remain open, all while maintaining social distancing. The City of Austin order Section 6.f.ii outlines details for food manufacturers and liquor stores: Stores that […]

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BREAKING NEWS | Hops and Grain San Marcos Permanently Closed

By / / Austin Breweries, Craft Beer News

  Hops and Grain San Marcos Permanently Closed Announced on social media this morning, the San Marcos location of east side favorite Hops and Grain is permanently closed. They opened the taproom almost one year ago and started production last summer. Funds were raised for the project early on through a Wefunder campaign, where the founder Josh Hare was able to raise one million dollars for the second production facility. In the beginning, the project

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Women in Beer | Karen Killough

By / / Austin Breweries, CBA, Pink Boots Society, Women in Beer

Women in Beer | Karen Killough When I started writing for Craft Beer Austin back in 2015, my first series of articles was about Women in Beer. I am happy to announce that thanks to the ladies of the Austin chapter of the Pink Boots Society, I am bringing back the Women in Beer series. This edition features Karen Killough, Co-Founder of Vista Brewing. Describe your average week. What are you responsible for? Marketing &

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Altstadt Brewery Launches Core Beer Line-Up Available in Cans

By / / Craft Beer News

Altstadt Brewery out of Fredericksburg, Texas just announced they are releasing their core beers in cans including their Kolsch, Lager, Amber, and Hefeweizen, previously only available in bottles or on draft. Altstadt recently made news when they won double gold medals at this years Great American Beer Festival for their German style Kolsch and Munich Style Helles Lager, both first time entries. Other notable awards include the 2019 US Open Beer Championships for German Style

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Independence Brewing Company Partners with TRACE for a New Monthly Dinner Series

By / / Austin Breweries, CBA

W Austin’s TRACE restaurant has created a new monthly dinner series featuring Austin’s breweries, vineyards and distilleries. Independence Brewing Company is launching the series this Friday featuring a one-of-a-kind beer paring dinner. Friday’s dinner will includes a welcome cocktail and 3-course menu, as well as presentations from TRACE Chef de Cuisine Tim Crittenden, Executive Pastry Chef Wade Greenwood and  Independence Brewing Co.’s Amy Cartwright will be on-hand. Upon Arrival:  Welcome Cocktail and passed oysters on the

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Breweries Giving Back | Upcoming Austin Area Charity Events

By / / Austin Breweries, Charity, Pink Boots Society

Photo courtesy of Habitat for Humanity Williamson County Breweries Giving Back | Upcoming Austin Area Charity Events Austin breweries have a long history of giving back to the community. As local businesses, breweries around town understand the importance of supporting the community that supports them. And it’s not just about support, these breweries are passionate about the work they do to give back and they go the extra mile. So if you love the local

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Women in Beer | Clare Hulama

By / / Austin Breweries, CBA, Pink Boots Society, Women in Beer

When I started writing for CraftBeerAustin.com back in 2015, my first series of articles was about Women in Beer. I am happy to announce that thanks to the ladies of the Austin chapter of the Pink Boots Society, I am bringing back the Women in Beer series. This edition features Clare Hulama, Owner/Assistant Brewer/Director of Everything Else for Bluebonnet Beer Company. Describe your average week. What are you responsible for? I am responsible for all

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Austin Beer News | Six Things You Need to Know

By / / CBA, Craft Beer News

We are fortunate to have a vibrant craft beer scene in and around the Austin area and there is always something interesting going on from week to week. With that in mind, we are launching a new feature: Six Things You Need to Know. Zymurgy® Magazine Announces the Best Beers in America for 2020 Zymurgy® Magazine is the publication of the American Homebrewers Association® announced the winners of the 18th annual Best Beers in America

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Austin Craft Beer Events New Year Edition 2020

By / / Austin Breweries, Charity, Event Listings and New Releases

Austin Craft Beer Events New Year Edition Howdy Austin! Check out Austin Craft Beer Events and special tappings that are happening around town this week. Austin Area Brewery Hours and Map   Monday, Dec. 30th: Southern Heights + Real Ale Throat Punch Pint Night | 600 Degrees Pizzeria & Drafthouse | 6:00 New Years Eve-Eve Party w/ Aura Zora | Middelton Brewing | 6:00 Friends Trivia NYE “The One with the Routine” | Growler USA |

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Women in Beer | Kiki Whatley

By / / Austin Breweries, CBA, Women in Beer

At a recent Pink Boots meeting, hosted by Kiki at Flix Brewhouse Round Rock, she brought up an excellent point, why aren’t more women represented in beer media? When I started writing for Craft Beer Austin back in 2015, my first series of articles was about women in beer. I am happy to announce that thanks to Kiki and the Austin chapter of the Pink Boots Society, I am bringing back the Women in Beer

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Altstadt Brewery Brings Home Double Gold from GABF 2019

By / / Austin Breweries, GABF

Altstadt Brewery Brings Home Double Gold from GABF 2019 Texas had another stellar showing at the Great American Beer Festival (GABF) this year bringing home a total of 16 awards: eight gold, three silver, and five bronze medals. A stand-out this year was the double gold win by Altstadt Brewing Company of Fredricksburg, Texas for their Altstadt Kolsch (German-Style Koelsch) and Altstadt Lager (Munich-style Helles). GABF is one of the toughest and beer competitions, representing

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Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches Grand Opening Weekend Celebration Nov. 8-10, 2019

By / / Austin Breweries, Brewery Profile, The People of Craft Beer

Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches Grand Opening Weekend to Feature Six Beers on Tap, Kolache Specials, Brewery Tours, and More Nov. 8-10th, 2019 Located at 220 Manor Road, Austin, TX, 78723 Family-owned Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches, a popular destination for craft beer lovers and foodies alike, is opening a brewery next door to their original location. The two properties are not directly connected; however, the new brewhouse and barrel room are located adjacent to

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