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Catching up on WV craft brewery history

As West Virginia enters a period of rapidly increasing commercial beer brewing activity, it is worth taking a few minutes to review the state’s contemporary brewing history.

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Oskar Blues news for West Virginia

Last night in Charleston, I ran into John Gartner, Oskar Blues Brewery’s east coast market manager, and came away with a plethora of newsy items from this popular brewery with a base in Appalachia.

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Big Brew 2017 WV Roundup

Homebrewing in West Virginia is going strong these days. West Virginia homebrewing clubs are participating in this year’s national Big Brew Day by hosting activities around the state. If you’ve recently gotten into the craft beer revolution and wondered how good… Continue Reading…

Abolitionist Ale Works, formerly Front Porch brewing

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Front Porch Brewing WV license approved

[UPDATE: Prior to opening, Front Porch Brewing changed its name to Abolitionist Ale Works] Front Porch Brewing Company becomes the 24th West Virginia-company to receive its brewery license. The license was issued this week, however, it will still be a… Continue Reading…

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Art Walk becoming known for beer events

Charleston’s Art Walk evenings are becoming beer event evenings. And they’re drawing a crowd for the brewers’ art. April’s third Thursday Art Walk saw two super beer events downtown: Bridge Brew Works “The Blunt” release and tap-takeover at Boulevard Tavern and… Continue Reading…