Mashing-In News: Narrows opens in Proctor, Urban Family coming to Pier 55
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Thursday, July 3, 2025 — Tom Cruise turns 63 today
Narrows Brewing Opened in Tacoma’s Proctor District
Narrows Brewing officially opened its new Proctor District taproom yesterday at 2620 North Proctor Street in Tacoma, offering 12 house beers, four ciders, and a curated wine list in a 2,800-square-foot, 21+ space with a relaxed coastal vibe, light charcuterie, and rotating local food pop-ups—all designed to bring their “Damn Drinkable” ethos into the heart of the neighborhood. (Washington Beer Blog)
Urban Family Brewing To Open Waterfront Destination Near Pier 55
Urban Family Brewing is expanding beyond its Ballard roots with the upcoming Urban Family Waterfront, a sprawling 8,500-square-foot full-service destination next to Seattle’s Pier 55—just four blocks from the new Reuben’s Brews location—offering not only their signature fruited beers and hazy IPAs, but also craft cocktails, local wines, coffee, and a food menu, all in a welcoming space designed to serve tourists, locals, ferry riders, and sports fans alike. Urban Family Brewing’s new waterfront taproom is set to open in early 2026, with an official launch planned for the first quarter of the year. (The New School)
Chuckanut Alum Chaz Lakip Joins Burke-Gilman Brewing as Head Brewer
Seattle’s Burke-Gilman Brewing Company announces a head brewer transition as Julia Davis steps down to pursue new adventures out of state, with accomplished brewer Chaz Lakip—formerly of Chuckanut Brewery—stepping in to lead the next chapter of the award-winning brewery’s hop-forward and lager-focused innovations. (Washington Beer Blog)
Oregon Brewers Look to July 4th to Reverse Industry Decline
This Fourth of July could serve as a critical barometer for the struggling craft beer industry, as breweries typically see a 25 percent spike in sales during the holiday week—accounting for nearly 5 percent of their annual revenue—but with overall craft beer sales declining 1 percent in 2023 and 4 percent in 2024, this year’s numbers may reveal whether the trend is slowing, stabilizing, or worsening; a reality not lost on Oregon Brewers Guild President and Von Ebert brewmaster Sam Pecoraro, who urges drinkers to support local breweries amid mounting closures and economic pressures, reminding us that Oregon’s 300-plus breweries fuel nearly $9 billion in state economic activity—and they need summer sales now more than ever to weather the storm. (The New School)
Men’s Health Crowns Designated Dale’s NA Pils Best Non-Alcoholic Beer of 2025
For health-conscious beer lovers, the non-alcoholic beer renaissance has arrived, as craft brewers and major players alike are finally delivering full-flavored, satisfying near beers—ranging from crisp pilsners and juicy IPAs to rich stouts and porters—crafted through meticulous brewing processes that replicate the real thing without the buzz, offering drinkers around the world, especially in the U.S. and increasingly the UK, a flavorful way to cut back on alcohol without sacrificing the joy of great beer; topping the list, Men’s Health named Oskar Blues’ Designated Dale’s NA Pils their best overall non-alcoholic beer of 2025. (Men’s Health)
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