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Outside the City Limits Festival Returns to Vista Brewing October 28th Fall weekends in Central Texas offer a cornucopia of outdoor events. Do you want to go to a concert? A farmer’s market? A brewery? The choices can be overwhelming. Vista Brewing is combining all three options into their Outside the City Limits Festival. OCL, happening Saturday, October 28th from 12-8 pm at the Driftwood brewery, is an alternative and antidote to a hectic Halloween […]
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Austin Breweries and Businesses are Raising Funds for Maui Relief Efforts Originally published 8/18/23 Updated 8/25/23: Kōkua recipe is live, and highlighting new local events Updated 9/18/23: List of participating breweries! Following the devastating wildfires that have affected the lives of many on the Hawaiian island of Maui, Central Texas businesses are planning to offer support through special events and releases, with proceeds going towards disaster relief organizations. In this article, we will present breweries […]
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Austin Restaurant Weeks | Breweries Participating 2023 It is time to celebrate the return of Austin Restaurant Weeks! I personally love it when this time rolls around. It is an added excuse to go to one of Austin’s great restaurants that supports a great cause. The cause is helping support the Central Texas Food Bank. During Austin Restaurant Weeks, a portion of the price of each meal goes directly to the Central Texas Food Bank. […]
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The History of the First Commercial Brewery in Texas Western Brewery, the oldest commercial brewery in Texas, was owned and operated by a woman in the late 1800s, and evidence of her time as the proprietress has recently been made available for purchase. The Menger Hotel Papers Project reveals evidence of Mary Menger as the first woman to own and operate a commercial brewery in Texas through her business records that include brewing supply orders, […]
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Beer for Water Event Happening at Beerburg Brewing Sip & Support at Beerburg Brewing | Wednesday, June 21 |3:00 PM 8:00 PM |Beerburg Brewing 13476 Fitzhugh Road Austin, TX, 78736 (map). The Texas Land Conservancy and Beerburg Brewing are teaming up for a Beer for Water fundraiser, taking place Wednesday, June 21 from 3-8 pm. In addition to hosting the event, Beerburg will be donating $1 of every pint sold to TLC. The family-friendly event boasts […]
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Austin Pride Beer Events 2023 Celebrate Pride Month with These Craft Beer Events and Beer Releases Austin Area Brewery Map It’s officially Pride month and the beer community is celebrating all over the Austin area. Here is a round-up of beer releases and events by local breweries. This list will be updated as events are announced. Circle Brewing Co. Fanny Pack Kolsch | $1 from each pint donated to Equality Texas Black Star Coop Pride Vibes […]
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Barks for Beers Returns for 2023! Popular fundraising event Barks for Beers, operated by local charity Divine Canines is returning for another fun year of dogs and beers! Starting on April 28th, visit any of the 30 breweries listed below to pick up a pint glass and Pawsport for $30+tax. Then, you can use that Pawsport at all 30 breweries throughout the month of May to receive one pour at each. Divine Canines provides free […]
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To Donate to the Pink Boots Society – Click here! Article updated April 2023 Women work in all aspects of the beer industry from brewery owners to packaging, cellaring, sales, and taproom management. The Pink Boots Society was established for female beer professionals to assist, inspire, and encourage women to advance their careers through education. In 2020, Pink Boots Society extended its membership to include all women in the fermented / alcohol beverage industry. Pink Boots […]
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Austin Spring Craft Beer Events Every year, spring brings a volatile weather pattern for Texans with wide swings in temperature and sunshine. However, in Austin, spring also brings a wide variety of craft beer events from festivals to anniversary parties and everything in between. Here is Craft Beer Austin’s comprehensive list of all things craft beer happening around town this spring. Anniversary Parties Saturday, April 22nd | Real Ale Brewing Co. | 27th Anniversary Party | […]
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Hops for Houses for Habitat for Humanity Photo credit to Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County, TX The Hops for Houses Craft Beer Festival supporting Williamson County Habitat for Humanity Date: February 25, 2023, Tickets are on sale NOW! Located at the Williamson County Expo Center, 5350 Bill Pickett Trail, Taylor, TX Hops for Houses Craft Beer Festival fundraiser is back this February to raise funds for Williamson County Habitat for Humanity and raise a […]
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Celis Brewery | Fundraiser to Support Ukraine Celis is hosting a fundraiser for Ukraine. It is a family and pet-friendly event featuring diverse cultures, music, art, and merchandise. They are also having food offered by an excellent Ukrainian. This event will include the local community including an art auction and a specially brewed beer “Liberty Ukraine” Golden Ale, brewed according to Ukrainian Lviv Brewery’s recipe! WHEN: Saturday, October 15th, 1:00 PM–8:00 PM Read below for […]
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4th Annual Beer for Water Event Happening at Live Oak October 2nd While less heralded than hops, grain, or yeast, water is essential to any craft beer. Water is used from beginning to end of the brewing process, and 80 to 90 percent of the final product is water. Breweries also use water to clean, cool, and package beer. As a result, the average brewery uses seven gallons of water for each gallon of beer. […]
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