The Northwest Beer Guide

Plumber?

Every year that we attend the Mariner's Media Preview, one of us is usually sporting a 'Sox something. Maybe this year it'll be a low profile pair of socks or a silicone 'Nation band.

Definitely one of the smoother bourbons we've reviewed.
#kentucky #bourbon #elimanning

"opens with bright aromas evoking cherry pie and vanilla bean, layered with tasting notes of honey, toasted marshmallow and candied ginger, culminating in a vibrant finish marked by stone fruit and salted caramel." - Maker's Mark's "The Stewards Release"
#whiskey #bourbon #kentucky

Andrew Scott will always be Moriarty to us.

One of us, every once in a while, at the end of the week, would tell their coworkers - “I just wanna say, it’s been fun working with you all.” - followed by a pregnant pause. Then they state - “Well, cya next week!”.

Hey beverage enjoyers, there is an announcement out there of Fair State releasing their core brands under new labels, and I just want to reiterate that the beer & THC bevs are still fully Union Made! So please keep prioritizing them in your purchasing!

Anyone?
The Cask has our vote for 1-to-many. But, that’s for craft UK support.
Else, there are some solid mushy peas and haddock (yeah, haddock) spots in London.
Edinburgh? Avoid The Mile!

Food at T-Mobile Park | Seattle Mariners T-Mobile Park is proud to boast one of the best dining experiences in all of Major League Baseball.

“Now batting: @theneedling.com”
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Serious question about newsletters: Why do you breweries avoid responding to direct inquiries, but then add that organization to a newsletter?

Gigantic Brewing & Weird Portland United Announce the 2026 Return of Mill Ends Red | BREWPUBLC Lace up your running shoes while joining Gigantic Brewing and Weird Portland United (WPU) for the return of Mill Ends Red alongside the Second Annual Portland

Gigantic Brewing and Weird Portland United return with Mill Ends Red that celebrates Portland's tiniest park, Mill Ends Park, and includes a tiny running race! Details below.

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Math might be hard for some. Drinking Reverse Math isn’t. 🍻 West Coast IPA with berries, tropical citrus, pine, lychee, earth & orange citrus. More thoughts here: https://pixelfed.social/p/Beer/936391038755773840 #photography #beer #westcoastipa #ipa #oregon #pdx #portland #vonebertbrewing

Math might be hard for some. Drinking Reverse Math isn’t. 🍻 West Coast IPA with berries, tropical citrus, pine, lychee, earth & orange citrus.
More thoughts here: pixelfed.social/p/Beer/93639...
#photography #beer #westcoastipa #ipa #oregon #pdx #portland #vonebertbrewing

Sullivans Cove Introduces 17-Year-Old French Oak Ex-Tawny Single Cask Whisky to Its Lineup French Oak ex-Tawny is a storied maturation style for Sullivans Cove, revered for its depth and complexity ever since a Sullivans Cove French Oak single cask made history in 2014 as the first whisky from a distillery outside Scotland and Japan to be named World’s Best Single Malt. Today, these c

"Sullivans Cove Introduces 17-Year-Old French Oak Ex-Tawny Single Cask Whisky to Its Lineup" #Spirits #Distillery #News

Still haven't had the pleasure.

A whisky crafted with such precision and character that it practically reviews itself.
Our full review is live. Dive in, raise a glass, and see why this unpeated Islay gem left such a lasting impression. Cheers!
#photography #islay #whisky #scotch #gifted

No edits. Just enjoying an @georgetownbrewing.bsky.social 18lb. - aged on Armangac barrels. #seattle #beer

LOL!!!!

God, we miss Kernel. There’s a plan to potentially return to the UK but not near there. Mostly N. Ireland and Ireland. And no, we’re not calling Ireland the UK. Just the N. Ireland part.
And, we know! Many would rather we not even say that!

Here’s a fun one for the past two generations. There was a time, you carried mIRC on a floppy.
And ICQ? We can still hear that auditory notification in our mind’s eye.
Finally, who here missing Pine?

Thoughts.
1. If you can make it out, Fair Isle in - Ballard.
2. Post Alley Pizza (for the sandwiches) - Downtown
3. Seconding Machine House & Here Today - Downtown.
4. Jules Mae’s (one of the oldest dives) and a wicked burger - Georgetown
5. Copperworks - Downtown. Pike brewery Founder-owned.

Bellingham Beer Week returns April 10th - 19th 2026 Mark your calendars for a delightful early spring week in Bellingham, April 10th–19th! Bellingham, this is your sign to invite your friends, old college buds, or maybe your brother-in-law to come visit. If you’re reading this from out of town, we want YOU to plan a trip to Bellingham! With events ha

"Bellingham Beer Week returns April 10th - 19th 2026" #Beer #News

Double Moutain Brewery & Cidery celebrates its 19th Anniversary, March 13th - 17th, 2026. From Friday, March 13th through Tuesday, March 17th, guests can enjoy $10 canned six-packs at all locations. The brewery will also offer $5 Black Irish pints along with corned beef sandwich specials and the retrun of the Paddy’s Pie. The $10 six-pack promotion is both a celebration of 19 years in

"Double Moutain Brewery & Cidery celebrates its 19th Anniversary, March 13th - 17th, 2026." #Beer #News

Hinch Single Malt Irish Whiskey called Best Irish Small Batch Single Malt at this year's World Whiskies Awards Ireland 2026. The award represents an important milestone both for Hinch Distillery and for Emma in her new leadership role, highlighting the craft and consistency behind the liquid. The awards were announced at a ceremony held at the InterContinental Dublin on 26 February 2026, bringing together leading fig

"Hinch Single Malt Irish Whiskey called Best Irish Small Batch Single Malt at this year's World Whiskies Awards Ireland 2026." #Spirits #Distillery #News

Woodford Reserve, in cooperation with Chicago-artist Anna Murphy, releases its 2026 Kentucky Derby Bottle VERSAILLES, Ky. … Woodford Reserve®, the Presenting Sponsor of the Kentucky Derby®, continues a tradition more than 25 years in the making with the release of its 2026 commemorative Derby bottle — a celebration of 'The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports®.

"Woodford Reserve, in cooperation with Chicago-artist Anna Murphy, releases its 2026 Kentucky Derby Bottle" #Spirits #Distillery #News

Rye Whiskey you say?

A lot of "Uncle Nearest" in the awards breakdown. #whiskey #bourbon #tennessee #unclenearest. (here's a photo of their single barrel, sourced from their website)

Agreed. Unfortunately.

The sad part is they’re limited. The beer, was last released in November. The other was released last September, the second batch.
However, if you live near Alameda, they might have a bottle available for purchase or to sample from.
Happy Wednesday.