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Charleston hosts Coal Country Brewer’s Cup

CHARLESTON, WV—Homebrewers from across the state competed last Saturday in the 2024 Coal Country Brewer’s Cup. This year the annual homebrew competition drew 46 entries from 31 homebrewers. Entrants submitted their beers for evaluation by a panel of judges accredited… Continue Reading…

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New Trail provides new options

New Trail Brewing is not just another new beer line available in West Virginia: It might be the most interesting brewer to enter the state since Jackie O’s Brewery started selling here in 2022. It’s not like West Virginia hasn’t… Continue Reading…

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Weathered Ground looks toward spring

Another spring is fast approaching on the yearly merry-go-round. Most craft breweries find that beer also needs a seasonal refresh. Moving out of the big, dark. and strongly-flavored, higher-alcohol winter ales. Bringing in the lighter colors and fresher tastes of… Continue Reading…

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On news of Dan Wade’s death

We were extremely saddened today to learn of the death of Dan Wade, who was cofounder and director of operations at Wooden Robot Brewery in Charlotte. His death Tuesday resulted from a fall while at work at the brewery. Wade… Continue Reading…

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Beer bombs, wine shines at FeastivALL dinner pairing

On February 24, Charleston, WV, held its annual FeastivALL event, and beer came out on the short end of the stick again. This all-in-fun fundraising dinner for FestivALL pairs one beer and one wine with each of the five food… Continue Reading…

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Historic Hoedown for Hops

Big Timber brews take over Dark & Dusty By Andrea Fleming, Brilliant Stream Field Reporter Last Saturday provided a sudsy spectacle for craft beer enthusiasts in Whitehall, WV. Dark & Dusty Rec. Riders’ Tap House wasn’t just pouring your usual… Continue Reading…

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Barron brews strong at Greenbrier Valley Brewing

Last summer, as Greenbrier Valley Brewing (GVB) returned from its several-month hiatus with a new owner and new thinking, among its best moves was bringing in Dave Barron as its head brewer. That hire is already producing positive and needed… Continue Reading…

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